Mason Wells (1906–1984)
What is Mason Wells’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 13 auction results for Mason Wells at 3 houses since 2019. Over the last 24 months the median price was $300 including buyer’s premium (middle half $200–$675, n=11). The auction record is $3,750 for Famo (2021, Freeman's Hindman). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Famo | Acrylic on canvas | $3,750 | Freeman's Hindman | Aug 2021 |
| 2 | Good Friday, 1960 | Oil on canvas | $1,300 | Clars Auction Gallery | Dec 2024 |
| 3 | Red Hill #2, 1961 | Oil on canvas | $1,200 | Clars Auction Gallery | Dec 2024 |
| 4 | Tide Pool, 1958 | Oil on canvas | $750 | Clars Auction Gallery | Dec 2024 |
| 5 | Untitled (mixed media on paper), 1965 | Mixed media on paper | $600 | Clars Auction Gallery | Jan 2025 |
| 6 | Man Reading | Oil on canvas | $450 | Clars Auction Gallery | Jan 2025 |
| 7 | Fog-Night | Watercolor | $300 | Clars Auction Gallery | Jan 2025 |
| 8 | Untitled (from the 'Haven Series'), 1970 | Oil on linen | $300 | Clars Auction Gallery | Oct 2026 |
| 9 | Untitled | Oil on canvas | $281 | Capsule Gallery Auction | Jun 2019 |
| 10 | Study for a Mural, 1968 | Watercolor and gouache on paper | $250 | Clars Auction Gallery | Jan 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 7 | $750 |
| Works on paper | 6 | $200 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 6 | $200 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 13 results from 3 houses · How we compute these figures
Mason Wells is an American artist with 16 auction lots recorded since 2019, median price $375.
A work by Mason Wells sold in 2025 for $600, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Mason Wells on OpeningBid →What is a Mason Wells work worth?
Across 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Mason Wells work is $375.
The median Mason Wells painting sells for $600 across 6 lots.
The median Mason Wells work on paper sells for $200 across 6 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 6 | $600 | $1,300 | — | 2026-10-16 |
| Works on Paper | 6 | $200 | $600 | — | 2025-07-19 |
Price by size
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $50–$250 | $150 | $600 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2024 | $1,300 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $1,200 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $600 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $300 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Mason Wells worth?
Across 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Mason Wells work is $375. The median Mason Wells painting sells for $600 across 6 lots. The median Mason Wells work on paper sells for $200 across 6 lots.
What is Mason Wells's auction record?
Mason Wells's auction record is $3,750, set in 2021.
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