Nell Walker Warner (1891–1970)
What is Nell Walker Warner’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 73 auction results for Nell Walker Warner at 7 houses since 1993. Over the last 24 months the median price was $889 including buyer’s premium (middle half $599–$2,223, n=7). The auction record is $12,650 for Untitled lot (2008, John Moran Auctioneers). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Untitled lot | Oil on canvas | $12,650 | John Moran Auctioneers | Feb 2008 |
| 2 | Nell Walker Warner (1891-1970 Carmel, CA) | Oil on canvas | $11,500 | John Moran Auctioneers | Feb 2007 |
| 3 | House in a mountain landscape | Oil on canvas | $5,312 | John Moran Auctioneers | Oct 2018 |
| 4 | Nell Walker Warner (1905-1997 Santa Barbara, CA) | Oil on canvas | $3,997 | John Moran Auctioneers | Oct 2013 |
| 5 | STILL LIFE - IRIS | — | $3,575 | John Moran Auctioneers | Mar 1994 |
| 6 | Nell Walker Warner (1891-1970 Carmel, CA) | Oil on canvas | $3,300 | John Moran Auctioneers | Feb 2011 |
| 7 | Alstroemeria, 1891 | Painting | $3,168 | Toomey & Co. | Feb 2026 |
| 8 | Floral still life | Oil on canvas | $3,000 | John Moran Auctioneers | Aug 2017 |
| 9 | Nell Walker Warner (1891-1970 Carmel, CA) | Oil on board | $2,875 | John Moran Auctioneers | Oct 2007 |
| 10 | Nell Walker Warner (1891-1970 Carmel, CA) | Oil on board | $2,875 | John Moran Auctioneers | Oct 2007 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 8 | $1,640 |
| Paintings | 63 | $1,250 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 48 | $1,590 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 20 | $785 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 73 results from 7 houses · How we compute these figures
Nell Walker Warner is an American artist with 95 auction lots recorded since 1993, median price $1,315.
A work by Nell Walker Warner sold in 2026 for $2,413, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Nell Walker Warner on OpeningBid →What is a Nell Walker Warner work worth?
Across 72 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Nell Walker Warner work is $1,315.
The median Nell Walker Warner painting sells for $1,405 across 66 lots.
The median Nell Walker Warner work on paper sells for $627 across 1 lots.
The median Nell Walker Warner print sells for $50 across 1 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Nell Walker Warner paintings typically sell for $1,052–$2,712 (the middle half of 44 sold lots).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 1 | $50 | $50 | — | 2024-05-18 |
| Paintings | 79 | $1,405 | $12,650 | 83.5% | 2026-03-10 |
| Works on Paper | 2 | $627 | $627 | 50% | 2025-12-16 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $8,406 | $12,650 | — | 2018-10-23 |
Nell Walker Warner's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (1 lots) median $50. Paintings (79 lots) median $1,405, record $12,650. A typical Nell Walker Warner painting sells for around 28× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 4 lots) the median is $8,406.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 18 | $652–$1,552 | $822 | $2,875 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 44 | $1,052–$2,712 | $1,590 | $12,650 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2008 | $12,650 |
| Paintings | 2007 | $11,500 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $627 |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $50 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Nell Walker Warner worth?
Across 72 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Nell Walker Warner work is $1,315. The median Nell Walker Warner painting sells for $1,405 across 66 lots. The median Nell Walker Warner work on paper sells for $627 across 1 lots. The median Nell Walker Warner print sells for $50 across 1 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Nell Walker Warner paintings typically sell for $1,052–$2,712 (the middle half of 44 sold lots).
What is the average price of a Nell Walker Warner painting?
Based on 66 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Nell Walker Warner painting is $1,405.
What is Nell Walker Warner's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Nell Walker Warner painting is $12,650.
What is the average price of a medium Nell Walker Warner painting?
Based on 44 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Nell Walker Warner painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,590, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a small Nell Walker Warner painting?
Based on 18 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Nell Walker Warner painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $822, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Nell Walker Warner's auction record?
Nell Walker Warner's auction record is $12,650, set in 2008.
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