Howardena Pindell (b. 1943)
What is Howardena Pindell’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 43 auction results for Howardena Pindell at 8 houses since 2008. Over the last 24 months the median price was $7,680 including buyer’s premium (middle half $3,250–$81,250, n=9). The auction record is $1,633,000 for Untitled (acrylic on canvas) (2023, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Untitled (acrylic on canvas), 1971 | Acrylic on canvas | $1,633,000 | Sotheby's | May 2023 |
| 2 | Untitled (acrylic on canvas), 1971 | Acrylic paint | $1,502,000 | Christie's | Nov 2023 |
| 3 | Untitled (acrylic on canvas), 1971 | Acrylic on canvas | $1,391,000 | Sotheby's | May 2024 |
| 4 | Untitled #24, 1978 | Acrylic, paper, powder, sequins and glitter on sewn canvas squares | $1,134,000 | Christie's | May 2022 |
| 5 | Untitled (acrylic on canvas), 1971 | Acrylic paint | $1,071,000 | Christie's | Nov 2022 |
| 6 | Manhattan is Sinking, 2023 | Acrylic paint | $428,400 | Christie's | May 2025 |
| 7 | Webb, 2023 | Acrylic on canvas | $300,846 | Christie's | Jun 2026 |
| 8 | Untitled #57, 1943 | Acrylic | $137,000 | Swann Auction Galleries | Oct 2021 |
| 9 | Untitled (#72), 1943 | Acrylic | $106,250 | Swann Auction Galleries | Apr 2024 |
| 10 | Oval Memory Series: (Rhinoceros) Heaven, 1980 | Tempera, gouache, postcards, punched paper, nails, fluorescent paint, glitter and thread on board | $100,000 | Swann Auction Galleries | Apr 2021 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 7 | $1,134,000 |
| Other | 5 | $87,500 |
| Works on paper | 11 | $45,000 |
| Prints | 18 | $4,125 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 7 | $1,134,000 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 20 | $9,063 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 15 | $6,048 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 43 results from 8 houses · How we compute these figures
Howardena Pindell is an American artist with 49 auction lots recorded since 2008, median price $10,938.
A work by Howardena Pindell sold in 2026 for $63,500, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Howardena Pindell on OpeningBid →What is a Howardena Pindell work worth?
Across 42 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Howardena Pindell work is $10,938.
The median Howardena Pindell print sells for $4,125 across 18 lots.
The median Howardena Pindell painting sells for $1,102,500 across 8 lots.
The median Howardena Pindell work on paper sells for $47,500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 20 | $4,125 | $43,750 | 90% | 2026-09-10 |
| Paintings | 8 | $1.1M | $1.6M | — | 2026-06-25 |
| Works on Paper | 4 | $47,500 | $81,250 | 75% | 2025-04-03 |
| Photography | 2 | $6,512 | $10,625 | — | 2018-10-04 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 10 | $749,700 | $1.6M | — | 2026-06-25 |
Howardena Pindell's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (20 lots) median $4,125 with 90% sell-through. Paintings (8 lots) median $1,102,500, record $1,633,000. A typical Howardena Pindell painting sells for around 267× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 10 lots) the median is $749,700.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $2,794–$4,125 | $4,000 | $43,750 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 11 | $3,764–$6,174 | $5,500 | $11,250 |
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| large (over 120 cm) | 7 | $749,700–$1.4M | $1.1M | $1.6M |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2023 | $1.6M |
| Paintings | 2023 | $1.5M |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $81,250 |
| Works on Paper | 2019 | $47,500 |
| Prints & Editions | 2013 | $43,750 |
| Prints & Editions | 2021 | $11,250 |
| Photography | 2018 | $10,625 |
| Photography | 2008 | $2,400 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Howardena Pindell worth?
Across 42 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Howardena Pindell work is $10,938. The median Howardena Pindell print sells for $4,125 across 18 lots. The median Howardena Pindell painting sells for $1,102,500 across 8 lots. The median Howardena Pindell work on paper sells for $47,500 across 3 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Howardena Pindell print?
Based on 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Howardena Pindell print is $4,125.
What is Howardena Pindell's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Howardena Pindell print is $43,750.
What is the average price of a medium Howardena Pindell print?
Based on 11 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Howardena Pindell print (medium (50–120 cm)) is $5,500, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Howardena Pindell's auction record?
Howardena Pindell's auction record is $1,633,000, set in 2023.
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