Robert Bechtle (1932–2020)
What is Robert Bechtle’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 58 auction results for Robert Bechtle at 15 houses since 2006. Over the last 24 months the median price was $4,655 including buyer’s premium (middle half $953–$20,480, n=27). The auction record is $458,500 for '64 Chrysler (2010, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | '64 Chrysler, 1971 | Oil paint | $458,500 | Christie's | Nov 2010 |
| 2 | '67 Chrysler, 1973 | Oil paint | $381,000 | Christie's | Nov 2025 |
| 3 | 20th and Texas, Early Evening, 2004 | Painting | $229,100 | Bonhams | Nov 2023 |
| 4 | Zenith, 1968 | Oil paint | $205,000 | Christie's | May 2008 |
| 5 | View of North Adams, 2006 | Oil paint | $126,000 | Christie's | Nov 2024 |
| 6 | Towel dispenser | Oil on canvas | $103,000 | Sotheby's | May 2008 |
| 7 | French Doors I, 1965 | Oil paint | $95,000 | Christie's | Sep 2025 |
| 8 | Jetta, 2003 | Oil paint | $95,000 | Christie's | Sep 2025 |
| 9 | At the Golden Nugget, 1972 | Oil on canvas | $89,600 | Sotheby's | Jun 2026 |
| 10 | Bolinas Garage, 1977 | Gouache | $88,200 | Christie's | Sep 2022 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 11 | $103,000 |
| Works on paper | 14 | $14,670 |
| Prints | 22 | $1,166 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 7 | $95,000 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 21 | $8,960 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 19 | $1,848 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 58 results from 15 houses · How we compute these figures
Robert Bechtle is an American artist with 63 auction lots recorded since 2006, median price $6,300. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Robert Bechtle sold in 2026 for $16,640, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 55 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Bechtle work is $6,300.
The median Robert Bechtle print sells for $1,143 across 21 lots.
The median Robert Bechtle work on paper sells for $16,640 across 15 lots.
The median Robert Bechtle painting sells for $126,000 across 11 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 | 22 | $1,143‡ | $5,313 | 95.5% | 2026-08-14 |
| Paintings | 12 | $126,000 | $458,500 | 91.7% | 2026-06-09 |
| Works on Paper | 16 | $16,640 | $88,200 | 93.8% | 2026-06-24 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 6 | $217,050 | $458,500 | — | 2025-11-20 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Robert Bechtle's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (22 lots) median $1,143 with 95.5% sell-through. Paintings (12 lots) median $126,000, record $458,500. A typical Robert Bechtle painting sells for around 110× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 6 lots) the median is $217,050.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 10 | $953–$1,693 | $1,386 | $3,556 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 10 | $531–$1,411‡ | $694‡ | $4,655 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $95,000–$317,250 | $110,500 | $458,500 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $8,150–$56,885 | $29,728 | $88,200 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 8 | $12,266–$22,018 | $16,640 | $30,480 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2010 | $458,500 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $381,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $88,200 |
| Works on Paper | 2018 | $65,891 |
| Prints & Editions | 2010 | $5,313 |
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $4,655 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Robert Bechtle worth?
Across 55 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert Bechtle work is $6,300. The median Robert Bechtle print sells for $1,143 across 21 lots. The median Robert Bechtle work on paper sells for $16,640 across 15 lots. The median Robert Bechtle painting sells for $126,000 across 11 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Robert Bechtle print?
Based on 21 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Robert Bechtle print is $1,143. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Robert Bechtle's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Robert Bechtle print is $5,313.
What is the average price of a Robert Bechtle work on paper?
Based on 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Robert Bechtle work on paper is $16,640.
What is Robert Bechtle's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Robert Bechtle work on paper is $88,200.
What is the average price of a Robert Bechtle painting?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Robert Bechtle painting is $126,000.
What is Robert Bechtle's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Robert Bechtle painting is $458,500.
What is the average price of a small Robert Bechtle print?
Based on 10 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Robert Bechtle print (small (under 50 cm)) is $1,386, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a medium Robert Bechtle print?
Based on 10 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Robert Bechtle print (medium (50–120 cm)) is $694, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Robert Bechtle's auction record?
Robert Bechtle's auction record is $458,500, set in 2010.
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