William Claxton Paintings & Artwork for Sale | William Claxton Art Value Price Guide

Jul. 30, 2026
William Claxton, Chet Baker and Lili, Hollywood (from the Year of Tibet Portfolio II)
Est: $800 - $1,200
William Claxton Chet Baker and Lili, Hollywood (from the Year of Tibet Portfolio II) 1955 / printed later platinum palladium print image: 10.125 h x 10.375 w in (26 x 26 cm) sheet: 16 h x 13 w in (41 x 33 cm) This lot is being sold to benefit the Inglewood Photography Festival (IPF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring the next generation of photographers. Through year-round programming, exhibitions, mentorship, workshops, and artist grants, IPF creates opportunities for people to explore the possibility of a life in photography. Signed and numbered to lower edge '22/100 William Claxton'. This work is number 22 from the edition of 100. This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Apr. 14, 2026
William CLAXTON (1927-2008) - Chet Baker Sings, Hollywood, 1954
Est: €1,200 - €1,800
Chet Baker Sings, Hollywood, 1954 William CLAXTON Taken in Hollywood in 1954, this photograph depicts jazz musician Chet Baker during a recording session at the Pacific Jazz Records studios. The image relates to the making of Chet Baker Sings, his first vocal album, which would become a defining work of the cool jazz era. Photographed by William Claxton, a close observer of the West Coast jazz scene, the image captures Baker in a quiet, introspective moment. Claxton’s sensitive, understated style emphasizes the intimacy of the recording process and reflects the lyrical vulnerability that characterized Baker’s music during this formative period.
Hessink's
Jan. 25, 2026
William Claxton (1927-2008): Halina and Chet Baker, 1955
Est: $3,500 - $4,500
William Claxton (1927-2008) Halina and Chet Baker, 1955 Gelatin Silver Print Signed on verso with photographer's stamp Image: 13.125 x 9.125 in; Framed: 20.375 x 16.5 in
Santa Monica Auctions
Dec. 06, 2025
WILLIAM CLAXTON (American 1927-2008) "Jazz Life," 2006, Box: 26 x 21 1/2 x 8 in. (66 x 54.6 x 20.3 cm.)
Est: $800 - $1,200
WILLIAM CLAXTON (American 1927-2008) "Jazz Life," 2006, the XXL Collector's Edition, from the edition of 1000, this is number 106, together with four signed and numbered ultrachrome prints and a remastered CD of jazz recordings, published by Taschen, Cologne, Germany. *Photo courtesy of https://www.taschen.com
Simpson Galleries, LLC
Nov. 20, 2025
William Claxton: Photographic Memory
Est: $20 - $40
William Claxton: Photographic Memory
Lawsons
Oct. 23, 2025
William Claxton (1927-2008)
Est: €1,500 - €2,500
William Claxton (1927-2008)Chet Baker (at the piano), Hollywood Gelatin silver print, verso signed, titled, numbered and stamped, 6/25, 48 x 48,5 cm. [1]
Veilinggebouw de Zwaan
Oct. 16, 2025
William Claxton, 1927-2008, Lenny Bruce in a Wheelchair
Est: $400 - $600
William Claxton 1927-2008 Lenny Bruce in a Wheelchair photograph signed lower right; Richard talks about this photo at the 19:56 mark in the House of a Lifetime YouTube documentary: https://youtu.be/qvlpUGYd-YU?si=qAxjdUGu9EjvGN7U
Abell Auction
Mar. 04, 2025
William Claxton, Chet Baker, Dreaming, Hollywood
Est: $800 - $1,200
William Claxton Chet Baker, Dreaming, Hollywood 1954 / printed 1997 gelatin silver print image: 10.625 h x 10.500 w in (27 x 27 cm) sheet: 14.000 h x 11.000 w in (36 x 28 cm) Signed, titled, dated and numbered to artist's stamp verso 'William Claxton Chet Baker Dreaming Hollywood, 1954 / 1997 number 12'. This work is number 12 from the edition of 25. Provenance: The Jim Carrey Collection This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Jan. 08, 2025
After William Claxton (American 1927-2008), Art Pepper, Los Angeles, 2008, from the 1956 Negative, Silver Gelatin Print, Numbered 13/25, Frame: 26 x 23 1/4 in. (66 x 59.1 cm.)
Est: $300 - $500
After William Claxton (American 1927-2008), Art Pepper, Los Angeles, 2008, from the 1956 Negative, Silver Gelatin Print, Numbered 13/25,
Weschler's
Dec. 12, 2024
William Claxton, Chet Baker, Dreaming, Hollywood
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
William Claxton Chet Baker, Dreaming, Hollywood 1954 vintage gelatin silver print image: 12.5 h x 10.5 w in (32 x 27 cm) sheet: 14 h x 11 w in (36 x 28 cm) Artist's stamp to verso 'William Claxton photographer A.S.M.P. Member 201 Lasky Drive, Suite 104 Beverly Hills, California.'. Provenance: Acquired directly from the artist, Collection of Susan and G. Ray Hawkins, Beverly Hills This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Nov. 23, 2024
WILLIAM CLAXTON "Jazz Life. On the trail of jazz around 1960. A journey through America"
Est: €15 - €100
WILLIAM CLAXTON ‘Jazz Life. On the trail of jazz around 1960. A journey through America’ Joachim E. Berendt Verlag: Cologne, Taschen, 2005, 695 pages, with numerous documentary illustrations, h: 42 cm. Min. signs of wear, bonus CD missing.
Auktionshaus Eppli
Aug. 06, 2024
William Claxton (after)
Est: CHF180 - CHF280
Peggy Moffitt XI, Photo William Claxton by Peggy Moffitt, muse of Andy Warhol. Print on fine arts paper. Unsigned. Size: 50 cm x 70 cm Peggy Moffitt XI, Photo William Claxton de Peggy Moffitt, égérie d'Andy Warhol. Print sur papier Beaux-arts. Sans signature. Taille : 50 cm x 70 cm
TGP Auction
Aug. 06, 2024
William Claxton (after)
Est: CHF180 - CHF280
Peggy Moffitt X, Photo William Claxton by Peggy Moffitt, muse of Andy Warhol. Print on fine arts paper. Unsigned. Size: 50 cm x 70 cm Peggy Moffitt X, Photo William Claxton de Peggy Moffitt, égérie d'Andy Warhol. Print sur papier Beaux-arts. Sans signature. Taille : 50 cm x 70 cm
TGP Auction
Aug. 06, 2024
William Claxton (after)
Est: CHF180 - CHF280
Peggy Moffitt IX, Photo William Claxton by Peggy Moffitt, muse of Andy Warhol. Print on fine arts paper. Unsigned. Size: 50 cm x 70 cm Peggy Moffitt IX, Photo William Claxton de Peggy Moffitt, égérie d'Andy Warhol. Print sur papier Beaux-arts. Sans signature. Taille : 50 cm x 70 cm
TGP Auction
Aug. 06, 2024
William Claxton (after)
Est: CHF180 - CHF280
Peggy Moffitt VIII, Photo William Claxton by Peggy Moffitt, muse of Andy Warhol. Print on fine arts paper. Unsigned. Size: 50 cm x 70 cm Peggy Moffitt VIII, Photo William Claxton de Peggy Moffitt, égérie d'Andy Warhol. Print sur papier Beaux-arts. Sans signature. Taille : 50 cm x 70 cm
TGP Auction
Aug. 06, 2024
William Claxton (after)
Est: CHF180 - CHF280
Peggy Moffitt VII, Photo William Claxton by Peggy Moffitt, muse of Andy Warhol. Print on fine arts paper. Unsigned. Size: 50 cm x 70 cm Peggy Moffitt VII, Photo William Claxton de Peggy Moffitt, égérie d'Andy Warhol. Print sur papier Beaux-arts. Sans signature. Taille : 50 cm x 70 cm
TGP Auction
Aug. 06, 2024
William Claxton (after)
Est: CHF180 - CHF280
Peggy Moffitt VI, Photo William Claxton by Peggy Moffitt, muse of Andy Warhol. Print on fine arts paper. Unsigned. Size: 50 cm x 70 cm Peggy Moffitt VI, Photo William Claxton de Peggy Moffitt, égérie d'Andy Warhol. Print sur papier Beaux-arts. Sans signature. Taille : 50 cm x 70 cm
TGP Auction
Aug. 06, 2024
William Claxton (after)
Est: CHF180 - CHF280
Peggy Moffitt V, Photo William Claxton by Peggy Moffitt, muse of Andy Warhol. Print on fine arts paper. Unsigned. Size: 50 cm x 70 cm Peggy Moffitt V, Photo William Claxton de Peggy Moffitt, égérie d'Andy Warhol. Print sur papier Beaux-arts. Sans signature. Taille : 50 cm x 70 cm
TGP Auction
Aug. 06, 2024
William Claxton (after)
Est: CHF180 - CHF280
Peggy Moffitt IV, Photo William Claxton by Peggy Moffitt, muse of Andy Warhol. Print on fine arts paper. Unsigned. Size: 50 cm x 70 cm Peggy Moffitt IV, Photo William Claxton de Peggy Moffitt, égérie d'Andy Warhol. Print sur papier Beaux-arts. Sans signature. Taille : 50 cm x 70 cm
TGP Auction
Aug. 06, 2024
William Claxton (after)
Est: CHF180 - CHF280
Peggy Moffitt III, Photo William Claxton by Peggy Moffitt, muse of Andy Warhol. Print on fine arts paper. Unsigned. Size: 50 cm x 70 cm Peggy Moffitt III, Photo William Claxton de Peggy Moffitt, égérie d'Andy Warhol. Print sur papier Beaux-arts. Sans signature. Taille : 50 cm x 70 cm
TGP Auction
Aug. 06, 2024
William Claxton (after)
Est: CHF180 - CHF280
Peggy Moffitt II, Photo William Claxton by Peggy Moffitt, muse of Andy Warhol. Print on fine arts paper. Unsigned. Size: 50 cm x 70 cm Peggy Moffitt II, Photo William Claxton de Peggy Moffitt, égérie d'Andy Warhol. Print sur papier Beaux-arts. Sans signature. Taille : 50 cm x 70 cm
TGP Auction
Aug. 06, 2024
William Claxton (after)
Est: CHF180 - CHF280
Peggy Moffitt I, Photo William Claxton by Peggy Moffitt, muse of Andy Warhol. Print on fine arts paper. Unsigned. Size: 50 cm x 70 cm Peggy Moffitt I, Photo William Claxton de Peggy Moffitt, égérie d'Andy Warhol. Print sur papier Beaux-arts. Sans signature. Taille : 50 cm x 70 cm
TGP Auction
Jul. 23, 2024
WILLIAM CLAXTON - A GEOFFREY BEENE WINTER 1993-94 COLLECTION PRINTER'S PROOF
Est: $100 - $200
Lot 189 William Claxton American (1927-2008) A Geoffrey Beene Winter 1993-94 Collection Printer's Proof chromogenic print 25 x 17 3/4 inches frame dimensions: 35 1/4 x 23 1/4 x 1 inches, wood frame with glazing Provenance: Property From the Estate of Geoffrey Beene. Proceeds from this item to benefit the Geoffrey Beene Cancer Research Center at Memorial Sloan Kettering.
Capsule Gallery Auction
Jul. 10, 2024
William Claxton, Chet Baker (Piano), Hollywood
Est: $800 - $1,200
William Claxton Chet Baker (Piano), Hollywood 1954 / printed 1997 gelatin silver print image: 10.625 h x 10.5 w in (27 x 27 cm) sheet: 14 h x 11 w in (36 x 28 cm) Signed, titled, dated and numbered to artist's stamp on verso 'William Claxton Chet Baker Dreaming Hollywood, 1954 / 1997 number 12'. This work is number 12 from the edition of 25. Provenance: The Jim Carrey Collection This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Jul. 10, 2024
William Claxton, Chet Baker, Dreaming, Hollywood
Est: $800 - $1,200
William Claxton Chet Baker, Dreaming, Hollywood 1954 / printed 1997 gelatin silver print image: 10.5 h x 10.5 w in (27 x 27 cm) sheet: 14 h x 11 w in (36 x 28 cm) Signed, titled, dated and numbered to artist's stamp on verso 'William Claxton Chet Baker Dreaming Hollywood, 1954 / 1997 number 8'. This work is number 8 from the edition of 25. Provenance: The Jim Carrey Collection This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Jun. 25, 2024
William Claxton (1927-2008), "Shadow of the Sauter-Finegan Orchestra," 1953
Est: $500 - $700
William Claxton (1927-2008) "Shadow of the Sauter-Finegan Orchestra," 1953 Selenium toned gelatin silver print on paper From the edition of unknown size; printed in 1999 Signed verso, according to the sheet affixed to the frame's backing paper; titled on the frame plaque
John Moran Auctioneers
Jun. 17, 2024
William Claxton (1927-2008) - Chet Baker (At the mirror), 1950s
Est: €300 - €400
Gelatin silver print, printed in 1987 cm 25,5 x 20,4 (cm 24 x 18 picture) | 10 x 8 in. (9.4 x 7 in. picture) Photographer's credit stamp on the verso
Finarte
Jun. 17, 2024
William Claxton (1927-2008) - Chet Baker, Jam Session, Pasadena, 1950s
Est: €300 - €400
Gelatin silver print, printed in 1987 cm 25,5 x 20 (cm 19,5 x 18,7 picture) | 10 x 7.8 in. (7.6 x 7.3 in. picture) Photographer's credit stamp on the verso William Claxton was an interpreter of jazz, and it is his proximity to one of the most brilliant trumpet players like Chet Baker that confirms it. In these two images he captures the musician in an intimate moment during a jam session, he does so with a simple but intense immediacy.
Finarte
Jun. 12, 2024
William Claxton (1927 - 2008), Portrait of Steve McQueen in Bullitt
Est: £300 - £500
William Claxton (1927 - 2008) Portrait of Steve McQueen in Bullitt Silver gelatin print on paper Dimensions: (Frame) 29 in. (H) x 24 in. (W) (Image) 15 in. (H) x 12 in. (W)
Sloane Street Auctions
Feb. 28, 2024
WILLIAM CLAXTON (1927-2008) Peggy Moffitt in Rudi Gernreich's “Little Boy”
Est: $7,000 - $9,000
WILLIAM CLAXTON (1927-2008) Peggy Moffitt in Rudi Gernreich's “Little Boy” Suit Queen... signed, titled, dated and numbered '3⁄12' in pencil on artists affixed copyright credit label (verso); credited, titled, dated on affixed Sir Elton John Photography collection label (frame backing board) image: 29 ½ x 19 ½ in. (74.9 x 49.5 cm.) sheet: 30 x 20 in. ( 76.2 x 50.8 cm.)
Christie's
Feb. 27, 2024
William Claxton (1927-2008), "Ray Charles," 1962, Gelatin silver print on paper, Image: 20.25" H x 13.75" W; Sight: 21" H x 14.5" W
Est: $600 - $800
William Claxton (1927-2008) "Ray Charles," 1962 Gelatin silver print on paper From an edition of unknown size; printed later Unsigned; attributed, titled, and dated on the frame plaque
John Moran Auctioneers
Jan. 30, 2024
WILLIAM CLAXTON - FASHION PHOTOGRAPH
Est: $200 - $400
Lot 256 William Claxton American (1927-2008) Fashion Photograph chromogenic print A framed editorial photograph by William Claxton for Geoffrey Beene. Mr. Beene had this photograph framed and hung in his office and home. Coloured photography print in a light, brown frame. sheet: 16 x 12 1/2 inches unframed Provenance: Property From the Estate of Geoffrey Beene. Proceeds from this item to benefit the Geoffrey Beene Cancer Research Center at Memorial Sloan Kettering.
Capsule Gallery Auction
Jan. 30, 2024
WILLIAM CLAXTON - FASHION PHOTOGRAPH
Est: $200 - $400
Lot 255 William Claxton American (1927-2008) Fashion Photograph chromogenic print sheet: 16 x 13 inches unframed Provenance: Property From the Estate of Geoffrey Beene. Proceeds from this item to benefit the Geoffrey Beene Cancer Research Center at Memorial Sloan Kettering.
Capsule Gallery Auction
Dec. 12, 2023
William Claxton (1927-2008) - Chet Baker (at the mirror), 1950s
Est: €400 - €600
Gelatin silver print, printed in 1980s cm 26,2 x 20,5 (cm 24 x 18 picture) | 10.3 x 8 in. (9.4 x 7 in. picture) Photographer's credit stamp on the verso The friendship that bound him to Chet Baker allowed William Claxton to create images that are not only those taken during the great trumpeter's concerts, but above all to capture him in his everyday life when he casts off his star's clothes and appears for what he really is. And this is where Claxton's ability as a portraitist comes to the fore, as does the passion for jazz that made him one of its great interpreters.
Finarte
Dec. 12, 2023
William Claxton (1927-2008) - Chet Baker (at the piano), Hollywood, 1954
Est: €400 - €600
Gelatin silver print, printed in 1980s cm 25,8 x 20,5 (cm 18,8 x 19 picture) | 10.1 x 8 in. (7.4 x 7.5 in. picture) Photographer's credit stamp on the verso The friendship that bound him to Chet Baker allowed William Claxton to create images that are not only those taken during the great trumpeter's concerts, but above all to capture him in his everyday life when he casts off his star's clothes and appears for what he really is. And this is where Claxton's ability as a portraitist comes to the fore, as does the passion for jazz that made him one of its great interpreters.
Finarte
Dec. 01, 2023
William Claxton, Marlene Dietrich
Est: $800 - $1,200
William Claxton Marlene Dietrich 1966 vintage gelatin silver print 13.5 h x 9.25 w in (34 x 23 cm) Artist's stamp and copyright to verso 'Private Copy - All reproduction rights reserved by William Claxton, Photographer / Credit Photograph: William Claxton Photographer A.S.M.P. Member American Society of Magazine Photographers PO Box 1581 Hollywood Station Los Angeles 28 California, USA Telephone: Normandy 1-3243'. Provenance: Acquired directly from Marlene Dietrich c. 1985, Collection of Susan and G. Ray Hawkins, Beverly Hills This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Nov. 28, 2023
William Claxton (1927-2008) Times Square, NYC, 1960
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
William Claxton (1927-2008) Times Square, NYC, 1960 Gelatin silver print, printed 1999, signed, titled, dated, numbered '10/25' in pencil, copyright credit reproduction limitation and date stamps on the verso. image: 9 x 13 1/4in. (22.9 x 33.7cm.) sheet: 11 x 14in. (28 x 35.5cm.) A Private Collection of Jazz Photographs
Hindman
Sep. 13, 2023
William Claxton (American, 1927-2008), Halima and Chet Baker, Redondo Beach 1955, photographic reproduction on paper, 34 x 24in (86 x 64cm)
Est: $600 - $800
William Claxton (American, 1927-2008) Halima and Chet Baker, Redondo Beach 1955 photographic reproduction on paper numbered, signed, and dated 85 / 250 William Claxton 11/94
Andrew Jones Auctions
Jun. 27, 2023
WILLIAM CLAXTON
Est: CHF500 - CHF700
Peggy Moffitt XI, Photo William Claxton de Peggy Moffitt, égérie d'Andy Warhol, Finition Dibond avec attache murale, Dimension 80 x 60 cm, édité en 10 exemplaires Peggy Moffitt XI, Photo of Peggy Moffitt, muse of Andy Warhol, taken by William Claxton, Dibond finish with wall clip, Dimension 80 x 60 cm, edited in 10 copies
TGP Auction
Jun. 27, 2023
WILLIAM CLAXTON
Est: CHF500 - CHF700
Peggy Moffitt X, Photo William Claxton de Peggy Moffitt, égérie d'Andy Warhol, Finition Dibond avec attache murale, Dimension 80 x 60 cm, édité en 10 exemplaires Peggy Moffitt X, Photo of Peggy Moffitt, muse of Andy Warhol, taken by William Claxton, Dibond finish with wall clip, Dimension 80 x 60 cm, edited in 10 copies
TGP Auction
Jun. 27, 2023
WILLIAM CLAXTON
Est: CHF500 - CHF700
Peggy Moffitt IX, Photo William Claxton de Peggy Moffitt, égérie d'Andy Warhol, Finition Dibond avec attache murale, Dimension 80 x 60 cm, édité en 10 exemplaires Peggy Moffitt IX, Photo of Peggy Moffitt, muse of Andy Warhol, taken by William Claxton, Dibond finish with wall clip, Dimension 80 x 60 cm, edited in 10 copies
TGP Auction
Jun. 27, 2023
WILLIAM CLAXTON
Est: CHF500 - CHF700
Peggy Moffitt VIII, Photo William Claxton de Peggy Moffitt, égérie d'Andy Warhol, Finition Dibond avec attache murale, Dimension 80 x 60 cm, édité en 10 exemplaires Peggy Moffitt VIII, Photo of Peggy Moffitt, muse of Andy Warhol, taken by William Claxton, Dibond finish with wall clip, Dimension 80 x 60 cm, edited in 10 copies
TGP Auction
Jun. 27, 2023
WILLIAM CLAXTON
Est: CHF500 - CHF700
Peggy Moffitt VII, Photo William Claxton de Peggy Moffitt, égérie d'Andy Warhol, Finition Dibond avec attache murale, Dimension 80 x 60 cm, édité en 10 exemplaires Peggy Moffitt VII, Photo of Peggy Moffitt, muse of Andy Warhol, taken by William Claxton, Dibond finish with wall clip, Dimension 80 x 60 cm, edited in 10 copies
TGP Auction
Jun. 27, 2023
WILLIAM CLAXTON
Est: CHF500 - CHF700
Peggy Moffitt VI, Photo William Claxton de Peggy Moffitt, égérie d'Andy Warhol, Finition Dibond avec attache murale, Dimension 80 x 60 cm, édité en 10 exemplaires Peggy Moffitt VI, Photo of Peggy Moffitt, muse of Andy Warhol, taken by William Claxton, Dibond finish with wall clip, Dimension 80 x 60 cm, edited in 10 copies
TGP Auction
Jun. 27, 2023
WILLIAM CLAXTON
Est: CHF500 - CHF700
Peggy Moffitt V, Photo William Claxton de Peggy Moffitt, égérie d'Andy Warhol, Finition Dibond avec attache murale, Dimension 80 x 60 cm, édité en 10 exemplaires Peggy Moffitt V, Photo of Peggy Moffitt, muse of Andy Warhol, taken by William Claxton, Dibond finish with wall clip, Dimension 80 x 60 cm, edited in 10 copies
TGP Auction
Jun. 27, 2023
WILLIAM CLAXTON
Est: CHF500 - CHF700
Peggy Moffitt IV, Photo William Claxton de Peggy Moffitt, égérie d'Andy Warhol, Finition Dibond avec attache murale, Dimension 80 x 60 cm, édité en 10 exemplaires Peggy Moffitt IV, Photo of Peggy Moffitt, muse of Andy Warhol, taken by William Claxton, Dibond finish with wall clip, Dimension 80 x 60 cm, edited in 10 copies
TGP Auction
Jun. 27, 2023
WILLIAM CLAXTON
Est: CHF500 - CHF700
Peggy Moffitt III, Photo William Claxton de Peggy Moffitt, égérie d'Andy Warhol, Finition Dibond avec attache murale, Dimension 80 x 60 cm, édité en 10 exemplaires Peggy Moffitt III, Photo of Peggy Moffitt, muse of Andy Warhol, taken by William Claxton, Dibond finish with wall clip, Dimension 80 x 60 cm, edited in 10 copies
TGP Auction
Jun. 27, 2023
WILLIAM CLAXTON
Est: CHF500 - CHF700
Peggy Moffitt II, Photo William Claxton de Peggy Moffitt, égérie d'Andy Warhol, Finition Dibond avec attache murale, Dimension 80 x 60 cm, édité en 10 exemplaires Peggy Moffitt II, Photo of Peggy Moffitt, muse of Andy Warhol, taken by William Claxton, Dibond finish with wall clip, Dimension 80 x 60 cm, edited in 10 copies
TGP Auction