Charles Sheeler (1883–1965)
What is Charles Sheeler’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 109 auction results for Charles Sheeler at 14 houses since 1988. Over the last 24 months the median price was $17,990 including buyer’s premium (middle half $9,030–$33,540, n=16). The auction record is $2,232,500 for White Sentinels (2018, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | White Sentinels, 1942 | Tempera | $2,232,500 | Christie's | May 2018 |
| 2 | Windows, 1951 | Oil and pencil on canvas | $2,048,000 | Sotheby's | May 2026 |
| 3 | Cat-walk, 1947 | Oil paint | $1,332,500 | Christie's | Nov 2018 |
| 4 | View of Central Park, 1932 | Drawing | $1,332,500 | Christie's | May 2018 |
| 5 | Still Life, 1938 | Oil paint | $588,500 | Christie's | Nov 2018 |
| 6 | Interior, 1919 | Oil paint | $567,000 | Christie's | Apr 2023 |
| 7 | Tulips, 1925 | Oil paint | $422,500 | Christie's | May 2012 |
| 8 | Bucks County Barn, 1883 | Cartes-de-visite | $386,500 | Christie's | Apr 2010 |
| 9 | Home, Sweet Home, 1931 | Mixed media | $327,600 | Christie's | Apr 2023 |
| 10 | Farm Buildings, Connecticut, 1941 | Tempera | $315,000 | Sotheby's | Sep 2019 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 18 | $135,300 |
| Works on paper | 13 | $21,350 |
| Photographs | 18 | $14,755 |
| Other | 23 | $8,000 |
| Prints | 33 | $7,500 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 9 | $422,500 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 90 | $13,950 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 109 results from 14 houses · How we compute these figures
Charles Sheeler is an American artist with 142 auction lots recorded since 1988, median price $16,510. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Charles Sheeler sold in 2026 for $28,380, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Charles Sheeler on OpeningBid →What is a Charles Sheeler work worth?
Across 109 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Charles Sheeler work is $16,510.
The median Charles Sheeler photograph sells for $9,790 across 28 lots.
The median Charles Sheeler print sells for $7,500 across 33 lots.
The median Charles Sheeler painting sells for $150,000 across 21 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Charles Sheeler prints typically sell for $4,780–$19,720 (the middle half of 31 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Charles Sheeler photographs typically sell for $6,608–$18,542 (the middle half of 26 sold lots).
Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 36 | $7,500† | $163,800 | 91.7% | 2026-04-22 |
| Paintings | 22 | $150,000 | $2.2M | 95.5% | 2026-05-21 |
| Works on Paper | 13 | $41,825 | $1.3M | 92.3% | 2026-04-22 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 8 | $439 | $1,375 | — | 2024-04-17 |
| Photography | 39 | $9,790 | $386,500 | 71.8% | 2026-10-08 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 21 | $315,000 | $2.2M | — | 2026-05-11 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Charles Sheeler's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (36 lots) median $7,500 with 91.7% sell-through. Paintings (22 lots) median $150,000, record $2,232,500. A typical Charles Sheeler painting sells for around 20× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 21 lots) the median is $315,000.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 31 | $4,780–$19,720 | $8,750 | $163,800 |
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 12 | $20,828–$190,250 | $43,215 | $588,500 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 9 | $217,000–$1.3M | $422,500 | $2.2M |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 12 | $18,125–$106,500 | $41,825 | $1.3M |
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 8 | $299–$880 | $439 | $1,375 |
Photography
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 26 | $6,608–$18,542 | $10,080 | $386,500 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2018 | $2.2M |
| Paintings | 2026 | $2M |
| Works on Paper | 2018 | $1.3M |
| Photography | 2010 | $386,500 |
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $315,000 |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $163,800 |
| Photography | 2006 | $109,250 |
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $49,020 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Charles Sheeler worth?
Across 109 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Charles Sheeler work is $16,510. The median Charles Sheeler photograph sells for $9,790 across 28 lots. The median Charles Sheeler print sells for $7,500 across 33 lots. The median Charles Sheeler painting sells for $150,000 across 21 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Charles Sheeler prints typically sell for $4,780–$19,720 (the middle half of 31 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Charles Sheeler photographs typically sell for $6,608–$18,542 (the middle half of 26 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Charles Sheeler photograph?
Based on 28 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Charles Sheeler photograph is $9,790.
What is Charles Sheeler's most expensive photograph?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Charles Sheeler photograph is $386,500.
What is the average price of a Charles Sheeler print?
Based on 33 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Charles Sheeler print is $7,500. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Charles Sheeler's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Charles Sheeler print is $163,800.
What is the average price of a Charles Sheeler painting?
Based on 21 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Charles Sheeler painting is $150,000.
What is Charles Sheeler's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Charles Sheeler painting is $2,232,500.
What is the average price of a small Charles Sheeler print?
Based on 31 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Charles Sheeler print (small (under 50 cm)) is $8,750, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a small Charles Sheeler photograph?
Based on 26 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Charles Sheeler photograph (small (under 50 cm)) is $10,080, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Charles Sheeler's auction record?
Charles Sheeler's auction record is $2,232,500, set in 2018.
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