Woodie Long (1942–2009)
What is Woodie Long’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 46 auction results for Woodie Long at 9 houses since 2013. Over the last 24 months the median price was $601 including buyer’s premium (middle half $362–$859, n=22). The auction record is $4,062 for Jumping on Grandma's Bed (2021, Freeman's Hindman). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jumping on Grandma's Bed | Acrylic on board | $4,062 | Freeman's Hindman | Apr 2021 |
| 2 | Dancing Women, 1942 | Paint on board | $1,625 | Neal Auction Company | Sep 2025 |
| 3 | Flag composition, 1996 | Acrylic on canvas | $1,500 | John Moran Auctioneers | May 2026 |
| 4 | Crowded Street, 1942 | Oil on found car door | $1,375 | Neal Auction Company | Sep 2025 |
| 5 | Women with Watermelons, 1942 | 2 paint on found license plates | $1,062 | Neal Auction Company | Nov 2025 |
| 6 | Sharecroppers Carrying Cotton, 1942 | Paint on paper | $1,024 | Neal Auction Company | Mar 2024 |
| 7 | Dancing Women, 1942 | Oil on found car door | $937 | Neal Auction Company | Oct 2025 |
| 8 | Cane Pole Fishing from Boat, 1942 | Paint on panel | $875 | Neal Auction Company | Dec 2025 |
| 9 | Church Ladies, 1942 | Paint on found metal | $812 | Neal Auction Company | Oct 2025 |
| 10 | Block Party, 1942 | Oil on wood assemblage | $768 | Neal Auction Company | Feb 2023 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 24 | $601 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 12 | $621 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 12 | $387 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 46 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
Woodie Long is an American artist with 44 auction lots recorded since 2010, median price $462. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Woodie Long sold in 2026 for $1,500, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Woodie Long on OpeningBid →What is a Woodie Long work worth?
Across 38 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Woodie Long work is $462.
The median Woodie Long painting sells for $475 across 37 lots.
The median Woodie Long work on paper sells for $200 across 1 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) Woodie Long paintings typically sell for $250–$585 (the middle half of 21 sold lots).
Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 42 | $475† | $1,625 | 88.1% | 2026-05-19 |
| Works on Paper | 1 | $200† | $200† | — | 2022-05-19 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $1,562† | $4,062 | — | 2026-05-19 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 21 | $250–$585† | $357† | $1,062 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 13 | $384–$812† | $617† | $1,625 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2025 | $1,625 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $1,500† |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $200† |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Woodie Long worth?
Across 38 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Woodie Long work is $462. The median Woodie Long painting sells for $475 across 37 lots. The median Woodie Long work on paper sells for $200 across 1 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Woodie Long paintings typically sell for $250–$585 (the middle half of 21 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Woodie Long painting?
Based on 37 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Woodie Long painting is $475. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Woodie Long's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Woodie Long painting is $1,625.
What is the average price of a small Woodie Long painting?
Based on 21 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Woodie Long painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $357, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a medium Woodie Long painting?
Based on 13 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Woodie Long painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $617, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Woodie Long's auction record?
Woodie Long's auction record is $4,062, set in 2021.
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