DeWain Valentine (1936–2022)
What is DeWain Valentine’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 73 auction results for DeWain Valentine at 7 houses since 2011. Over the last 24 months the median price was $4,588 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,858–$10,319, n=18). The auction record is $175,000 for Blue Slab (2015, Los Angeles Modern Auctions). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blue Slab, 1970 | Wax | $175,000 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Mar 2015 |
| 2 | Untitled (Circle), 1975 | Wax | $105,000 | Wright | Feb 2018 |
| 3 | Concave Crystal, 1986 | Resin | $101,175 | Bonhams | Feb 2023 |
| 4 | Untitled (Ring), 1972 | Acrylic paint | $100,000 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | May 2019 |
| 5 | Blue Circle, 1970 | Wax | $81,250 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Jun 2022 |
| 6 | Curved Waterwall, 1990 | Glass | $81,250 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Oct 2012 |
| 7 | Quadruple Diamond, 1936 | Fiberglass | $75,000 | Wright | Apr 2017 |
| 8 | Column, 1970 | Wax | $68,750 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Feb 2019 |
| 9 | Column Mauve, 1968 | Resin | $57,150 | Sotheby's | Nov 2023 |
| 10 | Five-Sided Diamond Column Gray, 1975 | Diamond | $56,700 | Sotheby's | Nov 2022 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture | 56 | $25,625 |
| Other | 10 | $18,125 |
| Works on paper | 6 | $3,272 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $34,600 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 32 | $26,875 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 33 | $6,875 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 73 results from 7 houses · How we compute these figures
DeWain Valentine is an American artist with 93 auction lots recorded since 2006, median price $20,625. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by DeWain Valentine sold in 2025 for $38,250, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
See the full DeWain Valentine record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
View DeWain Valentine on OpeningBid →What is a DeWain Valentine work worth?
Across 73 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a DeWain Valentine work is $20,625.
The median DeWain Valentine sculpture sells for $31,250 across 39 lots.
The median DeWain Valentine painting sells for $3,750 across 7 lots.
The median DeWain Valentine work on paper sells for $2,022 across 2 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) DeWain Valentine sculptures typically sell for $23,125–$37,125 (the middle half of 22 sold lots).
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Paintings | 8 | $3,750 | $100,000 | 87.5% | 2025-10-21 |
| Works on Paper | 3 | $2,022 | $2,794 | 66.7% | 2025-10-21 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 51 | $31,250 | $175,000 | 76.5% | 2025-05-15 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $103,088 | $175,000 | — | 2023-02-17 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $3,750–$6,250 | $3,780 | $100,000 |
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 22 | $23,125–$37,125 | $29,062 | $101,175 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 13 | $17,640–$52,500 | $34,375 | $175,000 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2015 | $175,000 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2018 | $105,000 |
| Paintings | 2019 | $100,000 |
| Paintings | 2015 | $6,250 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $2,794 |
| Works on Paper | 2016 | $1,250 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a DeWain Valentine worth?
Across 73 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a DeWain Valentine work is $20,625. The median DeWain Valentine sculpture sells for $31,250 across 39 lots. The median DeWain Valentine painting sells for $3,750 across 7 lots. The median DeWain Valentine work on paper sells for $2,022 across 2 lots. Small (under 50 cm) DeWain Valentine sculptures typically sell for $23,125–$37,125 (the middle half of 22 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a DeWain Valentine sculpture?
Based on 39 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a DeWain Valentine sculpture is $31,250.
What is DeWain Valentine's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a DeWain Valentine sculpture is $175,000.
What is the average price of a small DeWain Valentine sculpture?
Based on 22 sold lots, the median auction price of a small DeWain Valentine sculpture (small (under 50 cm)) is $29,062, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a medium DeWain Valentine sculpture?
Based on 13 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium DeWain Valentine sculpture (medium (50–120 cm)) is $34,375, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is DeWain Valentine's auction record?
DeWain Valentine's auction record is $175,000, set in 2015.
See the full DeWain Valentine record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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