Dale Chihuly (b. 1941)
What is Dale Chihuly’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 1,046 auction results for Dale Chihuly at 41 houses since 2004. Over the last 24 months the median price was $7,260 including buyer’s premium (middle half $5,115–$12,700, n=208). The auction record is $200,000 for Persian Ceiling Installation (2022, Rago Arts). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Persian Ceiling Installation, 2000 | Glass | $200,000 | Rago Arts | Jan 2022 |
| 2 | Clear with Gold Leaf Chandelier, 2000 | Hand-blown glass | $166,400 | Rago Arts | May 2026 |
| 3 | Prussian Blue Chandelier with Silver Leaf, 1941 | Blown glass | $138,975 | Bonhams | Jul 2022 |
| 4 | Persian and Horn Chandelier, 2006 | Glass | $125,000 | Rago Arts | May 2021 |
| 5 | Postrio Persian Installation, 1941 | Blown glass | $87,500 | Bonhams | Oct 2014 |
| 6 | Gilded Opal and Deep Garnet Chandelier, 2004 | Glass | $84,375 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Dec 2011 |
| 7 | Massive Chandelier / Suspended Sculpture | Blown glass, steel installation hardware | $81,250 | Freeman's Hindman | May 2019 |
| 8 | Clear and Gold Chandelier, 1998 | Glass | $77,400 | Rago Arts | Sep 2024 |
| 9 | Massive Pacific Haven Chandelier, 1941 | Cartes-de-visite | $75,000 | Rago Arts | Jan 2018 |
| 10 | Star Sapphire Chandelier, 1999 | Glass | $69,300 | Rago Arts | Jan 2023 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 591 | $6,875 |
| Sculpture | 257 | $6,875 |
| Paintings | 16 | $4,688 |
| Works on paper | 18 | $3,515 |
| Prints | 30 | $1,275 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 48 | $19,935 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 249 | $10,080 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 563 | $5,398 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 1,046 results from 41 houses · How we compute these figures
Dale Chihuly is an American artist with 1,161 auction lots recorded since 1998, median price $6,120. 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 Dale Chihuly sold in 2026 for a hammer price of $8,000 (buyer's premium not included), according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 1,024 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Dale Chihuly work is $6,120.
The median Dale Chihuly print sells for $1,280 across 33 lots.
The median Dale Chihuly painting sells for $4,445 across 35 lots.
The median Dale Chihuly work on paper sells for $3,021 across 30 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Dale Chihuly prints typically sell for $814–$1,696 (the middle half of 32 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) Dale Chihuly work on papers typically sell for $1,800–$4,096 (the middle half of 24 sold 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 | 38 | $1,280†‡ | $4,700† | 86.8% | 2026-02-27 |
| Paintings | 37 | $4,445† | $12,065 | 94.6% | 2025-09-19 |
| Works on Paper | 33 | $3,021† | $21,120 | 90.9% | 2026-09-17 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 7 | $4,500†‡ | $10,080 | — | 2024-02-22 |
| Photography | 1 | $75,000 | $75,000 | — | 2018-01-21 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 56 | $44,100† | $200,000 | — | 2026-09-17 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Dale Chihuly's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (38 lots) median $1,280 with 86.8% sell-through. Paintings (37 lots) median $4,445, record $12,065. A typical Dale Chihuly painting sells for around 3.5× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 56 lots) the median is $44,100.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 32 | $814–$1,696† | $1,344† | $4,700† |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 21 | $3,302–$5,080† | $3,900† | $12,065 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 11 | $4,875–$6,262† | $5,895† | $8,125 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 24 | $1,800–$4,096† | $2,888† | $9,600 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $3,594–$4,641†‡ | $4,282†‡ | $10,080 |
† 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Photography | 2018 | $75,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $21,120 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $14,080 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $12,065 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $10,160 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2022 | $10,080 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2024 | $5,715 |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $4,700† |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Dale Chihuly worth?
Across 1,024 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Dale Chihuly work is $6,120. The median Dale Chihuly print sells for $1,280 across 33 lots. The median Dale Chihuly painting sells for $4,445 across 35 lots. The median Dale Chihuly work on paper sells for $3,021 across 30 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Dale Chihuly prints typically sell for $814–$1,696 (the middle half of 32 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) Dale Chihuly work on papers typically sell for $1,800–$4,096 (the middle half of 24 sold 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 Dale Chihuly print?
Based on 33 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Dale Chihuly print is $1,280. 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 Dale Chihuly's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Dale Chihuly print is $4,700. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $4,700 (buyer's premium not included).
What is the average price of a Dale Chihuly painting?
Based on 35 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Dale Chihuly painting is $4,445. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Dale Chihuly's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Dale Chihuly painting is $12,065.
What is the average price of a Dale Chihuly work on paper?
Based on 30 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Dale Chihuly work on paper is $3,021. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Dale Chihuly's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Dale Chihuly work on paper is $21,120.
What is the average price of a medium Dale Chihuly print?
Based on 32 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Dale Chihuly print (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,344, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a medium Dale Chihuly work on paper?
Based on 24 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Dale Chihuly work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $2,888, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Dale Chihuly's auction record?
Dale Chihuly's auction record is $200,000, set in 2022.
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