Janice Biala (1903–2000)
What is Janice Biala’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 22 auction results for Janice Biala at 11 houses since 2008. Over the last 24 months the median price was $20,415 including buyer’s premium (middle half $5,504–$29,986, n=6). The auction record is $38,250 for Hillside (Provincetown) (2025, Bonhams). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hillside (Provincetown), 1958 | Painting | $38,250 | Bonhams | May 2025 |
| 2 | Paysage avec Cypres, 1966 | Painting | $31,875 | Bonhams | Nov 2025 |
| 3 | Untitled (Coucou, Monsieur Ingres), 1903 | Oil on canvas | $24,320 | Bonhams | May 2026 |
| 4 | Untitled, (Interior with Blue Kettle), 1903 | Oil on canvas | $21,250 | Swann Auction Galleries | May 2024 |
| 5 | Untitled (Black Interior), 1954 | Oil on canvas | $19,050 | Sotheby's | Mar 2024 |
| 6 | White Venice, 1982 | Oil on canvas | $18,750 | Swann Auction Galleries | May 2023 |
| 7 | Deux tulipes, 1991 | Oil paint | $16,510 | Phillips | Jul 2023 |
| 8 | Untitled (oil on paper laid to board), 1971 | Painting | $16,510 | Rago Arts | Mar 2025 |
| 9 | Untitled (Landscape) | Oil on canvas | $16,250 | Capsule Gallery Auction | Nov 2022 |
| 10 | Owl | Gouache on paper | $12,500 | Swann Auction Galleries | Sep 2023 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 15 | $16,250 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 7 | $19,050 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 8 | $3,006 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 22 results from 11 houses · How we compute these figures
Janice Biala is an American artist with 26 auction lots recorded since 2008, median price $12,500. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Janice Biala sold in 2026 for $24,320, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Janice Biala on OpeningBid →What is a Janice Biala work worth?
Across 21 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Janice Biala work is $12,500.
The median Janice Biala painting sells for $16,250 across 17 lots.
The median Janice Biala work on paper sells for $1,835 across 3 lots.
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 18 | $16,250 | $38,250 | 94.4% | 2026-05-21 |
| Works on Paper | 3 | $1,835 | $12,500 | — | 2026-05-22 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $2,366–$13,982 | $5,288 | $24,320 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $16,950–$29,219 | $20,150 | $38,250 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2025 | $38,250 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $31,875 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $12,500 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $1,835 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Janice Biala worth?
Across 21 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Janice Biala work is $12,500. The median Janice Biala painting sells for $16,250 across 17 lots. The median Janice Biala work on paper sells for $1,835 across 3 lots. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a Janice Biala painting?
Based on 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Janice Biala painting is $16,250.
What is Janice Biala's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Janice Biala painting is $38,250.
What is Janice Biala's auction record?
Janice Biala's auction record is $38,250, set in 2025.
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