Charles Wheeler (1881–1977)
What is Charles Wheeler’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 37 auction results for Charles Wheeler at 8 houses since 2004. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,357 including buyer’s premium (middle half $700–$1,528, n=5). The auction record is $7,678 for GIRL ON A BEACH (2011, Deutscher and Hackett). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GIRL ON A BEACH | Oil on compressed card | $7,678 | Deutscher and Hackett | Apr 2011 |
| 2 | LA VIE CHAMPÊTRE, c.1925 | Oil on canvas | $6,461 | Deutscher and Hackett | May 2016 |
| 3 | Portrait of Max Meldrum, Mosman, 1881 | Oil paint | $4,780 | Christie's | Nov 2004 |
| 4 | COASTAL SCENE WITH INLET AND FIGURES | Oil on canvas | $4,549 | Deutscher and Hackett | Apr 2022 |
| 5 | The Sun Bather | Oil on board | $2,396 | Menzies Art Brands | Jun 2009 |
| 6 | Autumn (Melbourne) | Oil on board | $1,594 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Feb 2026 |
| 7 | Untitled (Shoreline) | Oil on board | $1,528 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Aug 2025 |
| 8 | Pastoral Scene | Oil on board | $1,357 | Lawsons Auctioneers | May 2026 |
| 9 | CANE FIELDS, INNISFALL | Oil on cardboard | $1,290 | Deutscher and Hackett | Aug 2022 |
| 10 | View of Portsea, Victoria | Oil on board | $1,241 | Lawsons Auctioneers | Mar 2024 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 9 | $1,528 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 13 | $1,241 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 37 results from 8 houses · How we compute these figures
Charles Wheeler is an Australian artist with 54 auction lots recorded since 2004, median price $1,594. 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 Charles Wheeler sold in 2026 for $1,594, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Charles Wheeler on OpeningBid →What is a Charles Wheeler work worth?
Across 35 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Charles Wheeler work is $1,594.
The median Charles Wheeler painting sells for $1,538 across 25 lots.
The median Charles Wheeler sculpture sells for $2,034 across 4 lots.
The median Charles Wheeler work on paper sells for $190 across 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 41 | $1,538†‡ | $7,890‡ | 61% | 2026-05-13 |
| Works on Paper | 6 | $190† | $339 | 66.7% | 2026-06-17 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 8 | $2,034‡ | $3,784‡ | 50% | 2021-10-13 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 15 | $869–$1,566†‡ | $1,305†‡ | $7,890‡ |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 10 | $1,858–$4,481†‡ | $2,838†‡ | $6,461 |
† 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2011 | $7,890‡ |
| Paintings | 2011 | $7,678 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2013 | $3,784‡ |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2013 | $2,271‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $339 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $327 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Charles Wheeler worth?
Across 35 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Charles Wheeler work is $1,594. The median Charles Wheeler painting sells for $1,538 across 25 lots. The median Charles Wheeler sculpture sells for $2,034 across 4 lots. The median Charles Wheeler work on paper sells for $190 across 4 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 Charles Wheeler painting?
Based on 25 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Charles Wheeler painting is $1,538. 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 Charles Wheeler's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Charles Wheeler painting is $7,890. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a small Charles Wheeler painting?
Based on 15 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Charles Wheeler painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,305, 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 the average price of a medium Charles Wheeler painting?
Based on 10 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Charles Wheeler painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $2,838, 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 Charles Wheeler's auction record?
Charles Wheeler's auction record is $7,890, set in 2011. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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