Joe Beeler (1931–2006)
What is Joe Beeler’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 61 auction results for Joe Beeler at 13 houses since 2010. Over the last 24 months the median price was $952 including buyer’s premium (middle half $508–$4,620, n=13). The auction record is $26,775 for The Trail Boss (2018, Coeur d'Alene Art Auction). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Trail Boss | Oil on canvas | $26,775 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2018 |
| 2 | Thanks for the Rain | Bronze | $25,740 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2010 |
| 3 | It Goes with the Job | Oil on board | $19,360 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2021 |
| 4 | Apache Moon | Oil on canvas | $15,730 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2024 |
| 5 | Nature of a Cow Horse | Oil on canvas | $14,280 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2018 |
| 6 | Dawn Attack, 1967 | Oil on board | $12,870 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2013 |
| 7 | Pony Raid | Oil on board | $12,000 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2020 |
| 8 | Starting the Day | Oil on canvas | $11,700 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2012 |
| 9 | Great Plains Buffalo | Bronze | $9,680 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2026 |
| 10 | The Survivor | Patinated bronze | $9,600 | Toomey & Co. | Jun 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 17 | $7,015 |
| Sculpture | 13 | $6,545 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 7 | $7,040 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 30 | $5,194 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 61 results from 13 houses · How we compute these figures
Joe Beeler is an American artist with 63 auction lots recorded since 2010, median price $4,538. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Joe Beeler sold in 2026 for $9,680, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Joe Beeler on OpeningBid →What is a Joe Beeler work worth?
Across 44 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Joe Beeler work is $4,538.
The median Joe Beeler painting sells for $7,015 across 17 lots.
The median Joe Beeler sculpture sells for $5,582 across 12 lots.
The median Joe Beeler work on paper sells for $600 across 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2 | $218 | $218 | 50% | 2023-04-03 |
| Paintings | 18 | $7,015 | $19,360 | 94.4% | 2026-03-20 |
| Works on Paper | 5 | $600† | $1,452 | — | 2025-06-03 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 13 | $5,582 | $9,680 | 92.3% | 2026-07-25 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $26,775‡ | $50,000‡ | — | 2025-09-13 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Joe Beeler's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (2 lots) median $218 with 50% sell-through. Paintings (18 lots) median $7,015, record $19,360. A typical Joe Beeler painting sells for around 32× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 3 lots) the median is $26,775.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 16 | $4,311–$11,775 | $7,018 | $19,360 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $508–$635† | $600† | $1,452 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $625–$3,125 | $952 | $9,680 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $5,225–$7,140 | $7,090 | $9,600 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2021 | $19,360 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $15,730 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $9,680 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $9,600 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $1,452 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $635 |
| Prints & Editions | 2023 | $218 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Joe Beeler worth?
Across 44 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Joe Beeler work is $4,538. The median Joe Beeler painting sells for $7,015 across 17 lots. The median Joe Beeler sculpture sells for $5,582 across 12 lots. The median Joe Beeler work on paper sells for $600 across 5 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 Joe Beeler painting?
Based on 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Joe Beeler painting is $7,015.
What is Joe Beeler's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Joe Beeler painting is $19,360.
What is the average price of a Joe Beeler sculpture?
Based on 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Joe Beeler sculpture is $5,582.
What is Joe Beeler's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Joe Beeler sculpture is $9,680.
What is the average price of a small Joe Beeler painting?
Based on 16 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Joe Beeler painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $7,018, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Joe Beeler's auction record?
Joe Beeler's auction record is $26,775, set in 2018.
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