Calvin And Ruby Black (1903–1972)
What is Calvin And Ruby Black’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 10 auction results for Calvin And Ruby Black at 1 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $8,890 including buyer’s premium (middle half $8,890–$13,970, n=5). The auction record is $15,240 for Mae, Possum Trot Figure (2026, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mae, Possum Trot Figure, 1950 | Fabric, paint, acrylic hair, fishnet and necklace on carved wood | $15,240 | Christie's | Feb 2026 |
| 2 | Gail, Possum Trot Figure, 1950 | Fabric, paint, acrylic hair and bracelet on carved wood | $13,970 | Christie's | Feb 2026 |
| 3 | Untitled: Possum Trot Figure | Figure | $13,145 | Christie's | Jan 2003 |
| 4 | Nancy, Possum Trot Figure, 1903 | Fabric, paint, acrylic hair and leather purse on carved wood | $8,890 | Christie's | Feb 2026 |
| 5 | Untitled, Possum Trot Figure, 1950 | Fabric and paint on carved wood | $8,890 | Christie's | Feb 2026 |
| 6 | Possum Trot Figures with Spider, 1952 | Figures | $8,365 | Christie's | Jan 2003 |
| 7 | Lottac, a Possum Trot Figure, 1903 | Mixed media including hair, fabric, buttons and jewelry on carved and painted wood | $7,500 | Christie's | Jan 2019 |
| 8 | Hand Carved Dolls; Crying Room; Ideiot Box: Possum Trot Signs, 1903 | Hand carved dolls | $3,824 | Christie's | Jan 2003 |
| 9 | Helen G.; Lola Spider Girl; Mrs. Helen Rose Keck; In God We Trust; Charlotte: Possum Trot Portraits, 1903 | The first, third, fourth, and fifth: paint on panel; the second: paint on paper mounted on panel | $3,585 | Christie's | Jan 2003 |
| 10 | The Bird Cage and Doll Fantasy Theatre, 1950 | Paint on wood | $1,905 | Christie's | Feb 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 8 | $8,890 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 7 | $8,890 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 10 results from 1 houses · How we compute these figures
Calvin And Ruby Black is an artist with 10 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $8,628.
A work by Calvin And Ruby Black sold in 2026 for $15,240, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Calvin And Ruby Black on OpeningBid →What is a Calvin And Ruby Black work worth?
Across 10 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Calvin And Ruby Black work is $8,628.
The median Calvin And Ruby Black sculpture sells for $8,890 across 4 lots.
The median Calvin And Ruby Black painting sells for $3,704 across 2 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2 | $3,704 | $3,824 | — | 2003-01-27 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 4 | $8,890 | $13,145 | — | 2026-02-27 |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2003 | $13,145 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $8,890 |
| Paintings | 2003 | $3,824 |
| Paintings | 2003 | $3,585 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Calvin And Ruby Black worth?
Across 10 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Calvin And Ruby Black work is $8,628. The median Calvin And Ruby Black sculpture sells for $8,890 across 4 lots. The median Calvin And Ruby Black painting sells for $3,704 across 2 lots.
What is Calvin And Ruby Black's auction record?
Calvin And Ruby Black's auction record is $15,240, set in 2026.
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