James Bearden (b. 1964)
What is James Bearden’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 68 auction results for James Bearden at 5 houses since 2016. Over the last 24 months the median price was $4,445 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,540–$5,760, n=33). The auction record is $21,760 for Cabinet (2026, Wright). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cabinet, 2026 | Plasma-carved steel with metallic polywash finish | $21,760 | Wright | Aug 2026 |
| 2 | Outdoor Cathedral sculpture, 2023 | Stainless steel | $16,510 | Wright | Dec 2025 |
| 3 | Cathedral figure, 2026 | Torch-cut steel with metallic wash | $15,360 | Wright | Aug 2026 |
| 4 | Cathedral figure, 2024 | Stainless steel | $12,700 | Wright | Feb 2025 |
| 5 | Custom Cubist cabinet, 2021 | Enamel | $12,700 | Wright | Oct 2025 |
| 6 | Walking Totem, 1964 | Bronze | $12,350 | Toomey & Co. | Feb 2022 |
| 7 | Faceted cabinet, 1964 | Bronze | $11,250 | Rago Arts | May 2019 |
| 8 | Cathedral Form, 2023 | Bronze | $10,080 | Rago Arts | May 2024 |
| 9 | Corinthian cabinet, 2023 | Stainless steel | $10,080 | Rago Arts | May 2024 |
| 10 | Moon Shelter, 1964 | Chrome | $9,750 | Toomey & Co. | Feb 2022 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 23 | $4,410 |
| Sculpture | 44 | $2,897 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 28 | $5,439 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 22 | $4,064 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 17 | $1,300 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 68 results from 5 houses · How we compute these figures
James Bearden is an American artist with 76 auction lots recorded since 2016, median price $4,063. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by James Bearden sold in 2026 for $15,360, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View James Bearden on OpeningBid →What is a James Bearden work worth?
Across 68 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Bearden work is $4,063.
The median James Bearden sculpture sells for $4,063 across 59 lots.
Large (over 120 cm) James Bearden sculptures typically sell for $4,318–$10,665 (the middle half of 23 sold 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 63 | $4,063 | $21,760 | 93.7% | 2026-08-13 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $15,360 | $21,760 | — | 2026-08-13 |
Price by size
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 17 | $882–$2,176 | $1,300 | $5,120 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 19 | $2,570–$4,788 | $4,063 | $8,750 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 23 | $4,318–$10,665 | $5,544 | $21,760 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $21,760 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2025 | $16,510 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a James Bearden worth?
Across 68 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Bearden work is $4,063. The median James Bearden sculpture sells for $4,063 across 59 lots. Large (over 120 cm) James Bearden sculptures typically sell for $4,318–$10,665 (the middle half of 23 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a James Bearden sculpture?
Based on 59 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a James Bearden sculpture is $4,063.
What is James Bearden's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a James Bearden sculpture is $21,760.
What is the average price of a large James Bearden sculpture?
Based on 23 sold lots, the median auction price of a large James Bearden sculpture (large (over 120 cm)) is $5,544, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a medium James Bearden sculpture?
Based on 19 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium James Bearden sculpture (medium (50–120 cm)) is $4,063, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is James Bearden's auction record?
James Bearden's auction record is $21,760, set in 2026.
See the full James Bearden record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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