Emerson Bell (1932–2006)
Emerson Bell is an American artist with 13 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $384. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Emerson Bell sold in 2026 for $422, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Emerson Bell on OpeningBid →What is a Emerson Bell work worth?
Across 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Emerson Bell work is $384.
The median Emerson Bell work on paper sells for $366 across 3 lots.
The median Emerson Bell sculpture sells for $384 across 3 lots.
The median Emerson Bell painting sells for $384 across 3 lots.
Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 3 | $384 | $976 | — | 2021-04-18 |
| Works on Paper | 4 | $366 | $671 | 75% | 2016-12-04 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 4 | $384 | $1,476 | 75% | 2016-07-17 |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2011 | $1,476 |
| Paintings | 2021 | $976 |
| Works on Paper | 2016 | $671 |
| Paintings | 2021 | $384 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2016 | $384 |
| Works on Paper | 2016 | $366 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Emerson Bell worth?
Across 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Emerson Bell work is $384. The median Emerson Bell work on paper sells for $366 across 3 lots. The median Emerson Bell sculpture sells for $384 across 3 lots. The median Emerson Bell painting sells for $384 across 3 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Emerson Bell's auction record?
Emerson Bell's auction record is $1,476, set in 2011.
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