De Wain Valentine (1936–2022)
De Wain Valentine is an American artist with 22 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $24,062.
A work by De Wain Valentine sold in 2026 for $88,900, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View De Wain Valentine on OpeningBid →What is a De Wain Valentine work worth?
Across 16 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a De Wain Valentine work is $24,062.
The median De Wain Valentine sculpture sells for $33,020 across 9 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Sculpture & Installation | 13 | $33,020 | $81,250 | 69.2% | 2026-09-24 |
Price by size
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $25,000–$52,500 | $37,500 | $81,250 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2003 | $81,250 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2023 | $69,850 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a De Wain Valentine worth?
Across 16 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a De Wain Valentine work is $24,062. The median De Wain Valentine sculpture sells for $33,020 across 9 lots.
What is the average price of a De Wain Valentine sculpture?
Based on 9 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a De Wain Valentine sculpture is $33,020.
What is De Wain Valentine's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a De Wain Valentine sculpture is $81,250.
What is De Wain Valentine's auction record?
De Wain Valentine's auction record is $88,900, set in 2026.
See the full De Wain Valentine record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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