Cady Noland (b. 1956)
What is Cady Noland’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 45 auction results for Cady Noland at 7 houses since 2001. Over the last 24 months the median price was $57,600 including buyer’s premium (middle half $34,230–$266,100, n=8). The auction record is $2,207,501 for Tower of Terror (2018, Phillips). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tower of Terror, 1993 | Cast aluminum stockade, bench, link chain, padlocks, key | $2,207,501 | Phillips | May 2018 |
| 2 | Gibbet | Aluminum, wood and fabric in two parts | $1,762,500 | Sotheby's | Nov 2010 |
| 3 | Beltway Terror, 1993 | Photographs | $746,000 | Sotheby's | Dec 2021 |
| 4 | Percussion and Cartridge Revolvers, 1984 | Mixed media installation | $509,000 | Christie's | May 2014 |
| 5 | Bloody Mess | Carpet, rubber mats, wire basket, headlamp, shock absorber, handcuffs, beer cans, headlight bulbs, chains and police equipment | $422,500 | Sotheby's | Nov 2011 |
| 6 | The Mirror Device, 1987 | Chrome plated metal, steel handcuffs, flare gun and vanity mirror | $337,211 | Christie's | Jun 2013 |
| 7 | Chicken in a Basket, 1989 | Twenty-seven elements, wire basket, rubber chicken, boxes, bottle, flags, baster, bungee and beer cans | $305,000 | Christie's | May 2016 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cowboy Eating with Shoulder Hole, 1990 | Silkscreen | $2,002,000 | Sotheby's | Nov 2025 |
| 2 | Managing Rabble, 1994 | Silkscreen on aluminum | $762,000 | Sotheby's | Sep 2023 |
| 3 | SLA Group Shot With Floating Head, 1991 | Silkscreen on aluminum | $762,000 | Sotheby's | May 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Prints | 11 | $200,494 |
| Other | 13 | $164,279 |
| Sculpture | 7 | $55,880 |
| Works on paper | 5 | $28,800 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 9 | $70,400 |
| Large (over 120 cm) | 21 | $61,000 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 9 | $55,000 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 45 results from 7 houses · How we compute these figures
Cady Noland is an American artist with 51 auction lots recorded since 2001, median price $66,000. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Cady Noland sold in 2026 for $70,400, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 45 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Cady Noland work is $66,000.
The median Cady Noland sculpture sells for $61,000 across 13 lots.
The median Cady Noland photograph sells for $68,750 across 7 lots.
The median Cady Noland print sells for $41,900 across 6 lots.
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 7 | $41,900 | $2M | 85.7% | 2025-11-19 |
| Paintings | 2 | $40,520 | $50,800 | — | 2025-02-27 |
| Works on Paper | 3 | $110,000 | $6.6M | — | 2025-05-15 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 15 | $61,000 | $2.2M | 86.7% | 2026-07-07 |
| Photography | 8 | $68,750 | $762,000 | 87.5% | 2024-08-20 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 17 | $422,500 | $6.6M | — | 2025-11-19 |
Cady Noland's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (7 lots) median $41,900 with 85.7% sell-through. Paintings (2 lots) median $40,520, record $50,800. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 17 lots) the median is $422,500.
Price by size
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| large (over 120 cm) | 9 | $44,800–$66,000 | $57,600 | $2.2M |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2011 | $6.6M |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2018 | $2.2M |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $2M |
| Photography | 2023 | $762,000 |
| Photography | 2021 | $746,000 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2013 | $337,211 |
| Prints & Editions | 2008 | $200,494 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $110,000 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Cady Noland worth?
Across 45 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Cady Noland work is $66,000. The median Cady Noland sculpture sells for $61,000 across 13 lots. The median Cady Noland photograph sells for $68,750 across 7 lots. The median Cady Noland print sells for $41,900 across 6 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Cady Noland sculpture?
Based on 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Cady Noland sculpture is $61,000.
What is Cady Noland's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Cady Noland sculpture is $2,207,501.
What is Cady Noland's auction record?
Cady Noland's auction record is $6,578,500, set in 2011.
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