Michael Heizer (b. 1944)
What is Michael Heizer’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 74 auction results for Michael Heizer at 13 houses since 2004. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,130 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,127–$4,350, n=8). The auction record is $137,500 for Perforated Object 11 (2016, Phillips). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Perforated Object 11, 1990 | Stainless steel | $137,500 | Phillips | Sep 2016 |
| 2 | Untitled (cast pigmented concrete with steel base), 1992 | Steel | $127,000 | Sotheby's | Feb 2023 |
| 3 | Sandblasted Etched Glass Window, 1944 | Etched glass | $87,575 | Bonhams | May 2019 |
| 4 | Untitled No. 8 | Polyvinal and latex on canvas | $49,500 | Sotheby's | Jun 2009 |
| 5 | Study for Displaced Mass I, 1969 | Graphite | $38,536 | Sotheby's | Apr 2022 |
| 6 | Untitled (seven works), 1967 | Graphite | $23,750 | Rago Arts | May 2020 |
| 7 | X-Ray Tendency, 1968 | Ink | $22,800 | Wright | Nov 2006 |
| 8 | Tool #9 (AWL) | Modified concrete | $22,500 | Freeman's Hindman | Dec 2021 |
| 9 | Dragged Mass Geometric/Section | — | $17,500 | Sotheby's | Sep 2007 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Untitled, 1976-1979 | Six unique collages of cut and torn lithographs, screenprints and monotypes in colors, on Rives BFK paper mounted to rag board (as issued), the full sheets | $19,530 | Phillips | Feb 2023 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 11 | $17,031 |
| Works on paper | 11 | $6,250 |
| Prints | 18 | $2,910 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 10 | $18,172 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 28 | $3,594 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 74 results from 13 houses · How we compute these figures
Michael Heizer is an American artist with 112 auction lots recorded since 2004, median price $1,738. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Michael Heizer sold in 2026 for $8,320, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Michael Heizer on OpeningBid →What is a Michael Heizer work worth?
Across 74 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Michael Heizer work is $1,738.
The median Michael Heizer print sells for $960 across 48 lots.
The median Michael Heizer work on paper sells for $5,525 across 11 lots.
The median Michael Heizer painting sells for $7,285 across 4 lots.
Large (over 120 cm) Michael Heizer prints typically sell for $475–$1,002 (the middle half of 30 sold lots).
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 58 | $960‡ | $19,530 | 82.8% | 2026-06-03 |
| Paintings | 4 | $7,285 | $49,500 | — | 2026-08-18 |
| Works on Paper | 13 | $5,525 | $38,536 | 84.6% | 2026-08-18 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 3 | $127,000 | $137,500 | — | 2023-02-23 |
| Photography | 1 | $2,772 | $2,772 | — | 2010-06-10 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $107,288 | $137,500 | — | 2023-02-23 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Michael Heizer's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (58 lots) median $960 with 82.8% sell-through. Paintings (4 lots) median $7,285, record $49,500. A typical Michael Heizer painting sells for around 7.6× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 4 lots) the median is $107,288.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 16 | $990–$3,098 | $1,274 | $19,530 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 30 | $475–$1,002‡ | $636‡ | $13,844 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 9 | $3,633–$12,500 | $5,525 | $38,536 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2016 | $137,500 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2023 | $127,000 |
| Paintings | 2009 | $49,500 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $38,536 |
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $23,750 |
| Prints & Editions | 2023 | $19,530 |
| Prints & Editions | 2021 | $17,031 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $8,320 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Michael Heizer worth?
Across 74 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Michael Heizer work is $1,738. The median Michael Heizer print sells for $960 across 48 lots. The median Michael Heizer work on paper sells for $5,525 across 11 lots. The median Michael Heizer painting sells for $7,285 across 4 lots. Large (over 120 cm) Michael Heizer prints typically sell for $475–$1,002 (the middle half of 30 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Michael Heizer print?
Based on 48 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Michael Heizer print is $960. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Michael Heizer's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Michael Heizer print is $19,530.
What is the average price of a Michael Heizer work on paper?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Michael Heizer work on paper is $5,525.
What is Michael Heizer's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Michael Heizer work on paper is $38,536.
What is the average price of a large Michael Heizer print?
Based on 30 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Michael Heizer print (large (over 120 cm)) is $636, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a medium Michael Heizer print?
Based on 16 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Michael Heizer print (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,274, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Michael Heizer's auction record?
Michael Heizer's auction record is $137,500, set in 2016.
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