Sam Maloof (1916–2009)
What is Sam Maloof’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 233 auction results for Sam Maloof at 13 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $13,437 including buyer’s premium (middle half $9,025–$22,860, n=35). The auction record is $144,000 for Dining table and 8 chairs (2007, Los Angeles Modern Auctions). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dining table and 8 chairs, 1963 | Dining set | $144,000 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Oct 2007 |
| 2 | Dining table and chairs (9), 1965 | Walnut | $81,250 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Feb 2014 |
| 3 | Settee, 1991 | Ebony | $74,400 | Sotheby's | Dec 2024 |
| 4 | Horn back chairs, 1990 | Walnut | $65,500 | Rago Arts | May 2023 |
| 5 | Rocking chair, 2007 | Ebony | $62,500 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | May 2014 |
| 6 | Rocking chair, 1982 | Partridgewood | $61,250 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Feb 2014 |
| 7 | Important dining chairs, 1979 | Walnut | $60,480 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Sep 2024 |
| 8 | Important Rocking Chair, 1983 | Partridgewood | $50,000 | Wright | May 2017 |
| 9 | Rocking chair, 1995 | Walnut | $49,200 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Feb 2008 |
| 10 | Armoire, 2008 | Walnut, ebony | $44,800 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Jul 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 223 | $11,875 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 60 | $11,653 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 153 | $10,880 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 233 results from 13 houses · How we compute these figures
Sam Maloof is an American artist with 297 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $11,875. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Sam Maloof sold in 2026 for $14,300, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Sam Maloof on OpeningBid →What is a Sam Maloof work worth?
Across 233 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Sam Maloof work is $11,875.
The median Sam Maloof sculpture sells for $8,750 across 2 lots.
The median Sam Maloof work on paper sells for $1,638 across 1 lots.
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 1 | $1,638 | $1,638 | — | 2024-02-28 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 3 | $8,750 | $10,000 | 66.7% | 2014-06-12 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 13 | $60,480 | $144,000 | — | 2026-07-15 |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2009 | $10,000 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2014 | $7,500 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $1,638 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Sam Maloof worth?
Across 233 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Sam Maloof work is $11,875. The median Sam Maloof sculpture sells for $8,750 across 2 lots. The median Sam Maloof work on paper sells for $1,638 across 1 lots. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Sam Maloof's auction record?
Sam Maloof's auction record is $144,000, set in 2007.
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