Donald Putnam (1926–2007)
Donald Putnam is an American artist with 9 auction lots recorded since 2013, median price $1,688.
A work by Donald Putnam sold in 2019 for $8,750, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Donald Putnam on OpeningBid →What is a Donald Putnam work worth?
Across 8 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Donald Putnam work is $1,688.
The median Donald Putnam painting sells for $1,875 across 5 lots.
The median Donald Putnam work on paper sells for $605 across 2 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 6 | $1,875 | $8,750 | 83.3% | 2019-07-26 |
| Works on Paper | 2 | $605 | $1,089 | — | 2024-11-09 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $1,625–$2,125 | $1,875 | $8,750 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2019 | $8,750 |
| Paintings | 2019 | $2,125 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $1,089 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $121 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Donald Putnam worth?
Across 8 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Donald Putnam work is $1,688. The median Donald Putnam painting sells for $1,875 across 5 lots. The median Donald Putnam work on paper sells for $605 across 2 lots.
What is Donald Putnam's auction record?
Donald Putnam's auction record is $8,750, set in 2019.
See the full Donald Putnam record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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