Len Chmiel (b. 1942)
What is Len Chmiel’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 19 auction results for Len Chmiel at 7 houses since 2005. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,420 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,237–$4,009, n=6). The auction record is $25,875 for Indications of Spring (2008, Coeur d'Alene Art Auction). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indications of Spring | Oil on canvas laid on board | $25,875 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2008 |
| 2 | Thin Air, 2005 | Oil on board | $22,400 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2005 |
| 3 | Not a Creature Was Stirring | Oil on canvas laid on board | $21,280 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2006 |
| 4 | Desert Wellspring with Watercress, 2007 | Oil on canvas laid on board | $17,920 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2007 |
| 5 | Soft and Fuzzy | Oil on canvas | $9,775 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2009 |
| 6 | The Big Rock, Wowona, 2000 | Oil on canvas laid on board | $9,075 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2024 |
| 7 | "Early", 2010 | Oil on board | $7,500 | John Moran Auctioneers | Nov 2022 |
| 8 | Frying Pan, Sizzling, 1992 | Oil on canvas laid on board | $7,260 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2026 |
| 9 | Left Hand Creek, Colorado, 1992 | Oil on canvas laid on board | $4,538 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2026 |
| 10 | Amigas, 2003 | Oil on canvas laid on board | $2,420 | Coeur d'Alene Art Auction | Jul 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 16 | $5,899 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 15 | $7,260 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 19 results from 7 houses · How we compute these figures
Len Chmiel is an American artist with 18 auction lots recorded since 2005, median price $2,420. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Len Chmiel sold in 2026 for $4,538, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Len Chmiel on OpeningBid →What is a Len Chmiel work worth?
Across 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Len Chmiel work is $2,420.
The median Len Chmiel painting sells for $2,420 across 15 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 | 16 | $2,420† | $22,400 | 93.8% | 2026-08-14 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 14 | $1,126–$8,681† | $3,479† | $22,400 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2005 | $22,400 |
| Paintings | 2006 | $21,280 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Len Chmiel worth?
Across 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Len Chmiel work is $2,420. The median Len Chmiel painting sells for $2,420 across 15 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Len Chmiel painting?
Based on 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Len Chmiel painting is $2,420. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Len Chmiel's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Len Chmiel painting is $22,400.
What is the average price of a small Len Chmiel painting?
Based on 14 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Len Chmiel painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $3,479, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Len Chmiel's auction record?
Len Chmiel's auction record is $25,875, set in 2008.
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