Betty Woodman (1930–2018)
What is Betty Woodman’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 221 auction results for Betty Woodman at 20 houses since 2004. Over the last 24 months the median price was $13,000 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,350–$19,685, n=67). The auction record is $112,500 for Tables and Vases (2021, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tables and Vases, 2006 | Acrylic paint | $112,500 | Christie's | May 2021 |
| 2 | Triptych (Tulips), 1991 | Glazed ceramic in three parts | $107,885 | Christie's | Oct 2019 |
| 3 | The Bathers Revisited, 2004 | Glazed earthenware, epoxy resin, lacquer and paint, in 3 parts | $78,000 | Sotheby's | Nov 2024 |
| 4 | Pillow Pitcher, 1983 | Architectural terracotta | $69,300 | Rago Arts | Apr 2023 |
| 5 | Pillow Pitcher, 1983 | Glazed earthenware | $69,300 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Apr 2023 |
| 6 | Pillow Pitcher, 1983 | Glazed earthenware | $69,300 | Wright | Apr 2023 |
| 7 | Muscle Boys (Triptych), 1984 | Architectural terracotta | $69,062 | Bonhams | Jan 2021 |
| 8 | Autumn Pillow Pitcher, 1998 | Architectural terracotta | $68,750 | Rago Arts | Sep 2022 |
| 9 | Dining Room Triptych (A), 1997 | Glazed earthenware | $64,000 | Wright | Sep 2026 |
| 10 | Balustrade Relief Vase 07-4, 2007 | Architectural terracotta | $61,990 | Phillips | Oct 2018 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture | 109 | $11,875 |
| Other | 82 | $9,800 |
| Prints | 13 | $1,200 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 12 | $17,145 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 100 | $10,965 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 68 | $4,471 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 221 results from 20 houses · How we compute these figures
Betty Woodman is an American artist with 282 auction lots recorded since 2004, median price $8,320. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Betty Woodman sold in 2026 for $13,338, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Betty Woodman on OpeningBid →What is a Betty Woodman work worth?
Across 221 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Betty Woodman work is $8,320.
The median Betty Woodman print sells for $1,071 across 15 lots.
The median Betty Woodman sculpture sells for $45,150 across 3 lots.
The median Betty Woodman work on paper sells for $2,594 across 3 lots.
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 18 | $1,071†‡ | $8,125 | 83.3% | 2026-10-17 |
| Paintings | 1 | $2,794 | $2,794 | — | 2025-02-19 |
| Works on Paper | 3 | $2,594 | $4,064 | — | 2025-02-19 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 4 | $45,150 | $61,990 | 75% | 2025-12-13 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 11 | $69,300 | $112,500 | — | 2026-09-15 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Betty Woodman's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (18 lots) median $1,071 with 83.3% sell-through. Paintings (1 lots) median $2,794, record $2,794. A typical Betty Woodman painting sells for around 2.6× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 11 lots) the median is $69,300.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 13 | $900–$1,500†‡ | $1,200†‡ | $8,125 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2018 | $61,990 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2025 | $45,150 |
| Prints & Editions | 2018 | $8,125 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $4,064 |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $4,032 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $2,794 |
| Works on Paper | 2019 | $1,125 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Betty Woodman worth?
Across 221 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Betty Woodman work is $8,320. The median Betty Woodman print sells for $1,071 across 15 lots. The median Betty Woodman sculpture sells for $45,150 across 3 lots. The median Betty Woodman work on paper sells for $2,594 across 3 lots. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a Betty Woodman print?
Based on 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Betty Woodman print is $1,071. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Betty Woodman's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Betty Woodman print is $8,125.
What is the average price of a medium Betty Woodman print?
Based on 13 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Betty Woodman print (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,200, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Betty Woodman's auction record?
Betty Woodman's auction record is $112,500, set in 2021.
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