Beauford Delaney Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Beauford Delaney Art Value Price Guide

Aug. 13, 2026
Beauford Delaney, Untitled (Portrait). Circa 1940.
Est: $5,000 - $7,500
Beauford Delaney (1901-1979) Untitled (Portrait). Color pastels and charcoal on pale gray wove paper, circa 1931. Signed (indistinctly) and dated "31" in white pastel, lower right recto. With an unfinished charcoal sketch on the verso.
Swann Auction Galleries
Jun. 25, 2026
BEAUFORD DELANEY (1901-1979). Portrait of a Young Man. oil on canvas25 5/8
Est: £60,000 - £80,000
BEAUFORD DELANEY (1901-1979). Portrait of a Young Man. oil on canvas25 5/8 x 21 3/8in. (65 x 54.2cm.).
Christie's
May. 16, 2026
Beauford Delaney, 1901-1979, No. 8 Portrait of JKL
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Beauford Delaney 1901-1979 No. 8 Portrait of JKL 1963 pastel on paper 15 x 13 inches signed and dated; titled verso
Black Art Auction
May. 16, 2026
Beauford Delaney, 1901-1979, Lisa
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Beauford Delaney 1901-1979 Lisa 1970 charcoal on paper 16 x 12-1/2 inches signed and dated Provenance: private collection, Detroit, MI.
Black Art Auction
May. 16, 2026
Beauford Delaney, 1901-1979, Portrait of a Woman
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
Beauford Delaney 1901-1979 Portrait of a Woman c. 1956 pastel on brown paper 18-1/2 x 12-1/2 inches signed Provenance: private collection, Los Angeles, CA
Black Art Auction
May. 15, 2026
Still Life with Idol
Est: $60,000 - $80,000
Collection of Jean & Terry de Gunzburg Beauford Delaney 1901 - 1979 Still Life with Idol signed (lower center) oil on Masonite in artist's chosen frame 36 by 21 in. 91.4 by 53.3 cm. Executed in 1945.
Sotheby's
Apr. 16, 2026
Signed Original Pastel Drawing Attributed to Beauford Delaney
Est: $400 - $600
Original pastel on paper portrait of a woman. Attributed to Beauford Delaney (1901-1979), a key figure in the Harlem Renaissance known for his focus on portraits during that time. Signed and dated 1959 on bottom left. Measures 22 1/2" x 20 1/2", 14" x 12" site. *notes- some scratching on frame, paper appears to have tape residue along edge.
Embassy Auctions International
Apr. 02, 2026
Beauford Delaney (1901-1979), Untitled (Portrait of A Young Man), circa 1937-40.
Est: $7,000 - $10,000
Beauford Delaney (1901-1979) Untitled (Portrait of A Young Man). Color pastels on pale green wove paper, circa 1937-40.
Swann Auction Galleries
Apr. 02, 2026
Beauford Delaney (1901-1979), Untitled (Portrait of a Young Man in Suit and Tie), circa 1940.
Est: $7,000 - $10,000
Beauford Delaney (1901-1979) Untitled (Portrait of a Young Man in Suit and Tie). Color pastels on pale gray wove paper, circa 1940.
Swann Auction Galleries
Apr. 02, 2026
Beauford Delaney (1901-1979), Ibiza,1956.
Est: $30,000 - $40,000
Beauford Delaney (1901-1979) Ibiza. Watercolor on heavy wove paper, 1956. Signed, titled and dated ‘56 in ball point pen and ink, lower right.
Swann Auction Galleries
Apr. 02, 2026
Beauford Delaney (1901-1979), Untitled (Abstract Composition), 1963.
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
Beauford Delaney (1901-1979) Untitled (Abstract Composition). Watercolor on cream laid paper, 1963. Signed, dated and inscribed "Paris" in graphite, lower right.
Swann Auction Galleries
Feb. 21, 2026
Attributed to Beauford Delaney (American 1901-1979) Abstract Composition in Red Oil on paper Marked lower right Beauford Delaney 24" x 17 1/2" sheet
Est: $800 - $1,200
Attributed to Beauford Delaney (American 1901-1979) Abstract Composition in Red Oil on paper Marked lower right Beauford Delaney 24" x 17 1/2" sheet
Nadeau's Auction Gallery
Feb. 12, 2026
Sans titre
Est: €8,000 - €12,000
Beauford Delaney 1901 - 1979 Sans titre signed and dated 61 (lower right) gouache on paper 63,9 x 50 cm; 25 x 19 ½ in. Executed in 1961. ______________________ Beauford Delaney 1901 - 1979 Sans titre signé et daté 61 (en bas à droite) gouache sur papier 63,9 x 50 cm; 25 x 19 ½ in. Exécuté en 1961.
Sotheby's
Dec. 13, 2025
Beauford Delaney, 1901-1979, untitled
Est: $10,000 - $20,000
Beauford Delaney 1901-1979 untitled 1961 oil on canvas 5-1/2 x 7-1/8 inches signed and dated stretcher verso Provenance : - Ancienne collection Jacques and Solange du Closel - Thence by descent - Private collection, Brussels
Black Art Auction
Dec. 13, 2025
Beauford Delaney, 1901-1979, untitled
Est: $15,000 - $25,000
Beauford Delaney 1901-1979 untitled 1964 gouache on paper 26 x 19-1/2 inches signed and dated, inscribed, Paris Provenance: Collection Jean Grenier, by descent. Jean Grenier was a philosopher and art critic whose claim to fame was that he taught Albert Camus when Camus was a high school student. The two men became friends thereafter. He was a friend and supporter of Delaney.
Black Art Auction
Dec. 13, 2025
Beauford Delaney, 1901-1979, untitled
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
Beauford Delaney 1901-1979 untitled 1959 oil on canvas 16 x 12 inches signed and dated Provenance: private collection, New York
Black Art Auction
Dec. 07, 2025
Beauford DELANEY (1901-1979) Sans titre, 1961
Est: €3,000 - €4,000
Beauford DELANEY (1901-1979) Sans titre, 1961 Aquarelle Signé et daté au crayon en bas à droite (Trou d’épingle en bas à droite, au-dessus de la signature) 75 x 53 cm ; avec cadre 90 x 76 cm
Osenat
Nov. 22, 2025
Beauford Delaney (1901-1979) Oil/Paper
Est: $100 - $1,000
Attributed to: Beauford Delaney, American (1901-1979) oil on paper "Abstract". Signed lower left. Well framed, matted and in good condition. Frame measures 43" x 35 1/8" (sight) Work measures 29 7/8" x 22" 16A
Joshua Kodner
Nov. 17, 2025
BEAUFORD DELANEY (1901-1979). The Sage Black. oil on canvas35 ½ x 33 in. (9
Est: $500,000 - $700,000
BEAUFORD DELANEY (1901-1979). The Sage Black. oil on canvas35 ½ x 33 in. (90.2 x 83.8 cm.).
Christie's
Oct. 16, 2025
x Beauford Delaney (1901-1979) Untitled, Paris, 1967
Est: €100,000 - €150,000
x Beauford Delaney (1901-1979) Untitled, Paris, 1967 Oil on panel Signed lower left Counter-signed, dated and located on the reverse 94.5×70.5cm Provenance: - Acquired directly from the artist - Private collection, Paris - Passed down through the family to the current owner - Private collection, Norway x Beauford Delaney (1901-1979) Sans titre, Paris, 1967 Huile sur panneau Signé en bas à gauche Contresigné, daté et situé au dos 94,5×70,5cm Provenance : - Acquis directement auprès de l'artiste - Collection particulière, Paris - Transmis par descendance familiale à l'actuel propriétaire - Collection particulière, Norvège
Piasa
Sep. 12, 2025
Beauford Delaney (American, 1901-1979) Pastel on Paper, 1956, 'Portrait of a Woman', H 18.5" W 12.5" Frame Size: H 26" W 20"
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Signed in pencil and dated in the lower left. Matted and framed under glass. Dimensions: 1 PC x H 18.5" W 12.5" Frame Size: H 26" W 20"
DuMouchelles
Aug. 21, 2025
Beauford Delaney Portrait of a Bearded Young Man Reading, oil on canvas. 1971-72.
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
Beauford Delaney 1901-1979 Portrait of a Bearded Young Man Reading. 1971-72. Oil on linen canvas Signed and dated in pencil, lower edge (twice).
Swann Auction Galleries
Jul. 18, 2025
BEAUFORD DELANEY (1901-1979). Untitled (Composition in Blue). gouache on pa
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
BEAUFORD DELANEY (1901-1979). Untitled (Composition in Blue). gouache on paper25 ½ x 20 1/8 in. (64.8 x 51.1 cm.).
Christie's
Jul. 17, 2025
Beauford Delaney (1901 - 1979), Oil on Board
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
An untitled multicolored oil on board by listed African - American artist Beauford Delaney (1901 -1979). Site 19 1/2" x 23 1/2". Framed 26" x 30".
Embassy Auctions International
Jun. 18, 2025
BEAUFORD DELANEY (1901-1979)
Est: €4,000 - €6,000
BEAUFORD DELANEY (1901-1979) PORTRAIT DE JEUNE HOMME, 1968 Fusain sur toile Signée et datée en bas à droite Charcoal on canvas; signed and dated lower right 55 X 46 CM - 21 5/8 X 18 1/8 IN.
Tajan
May. 16, 2025
Anita Berliawsky Weinstein
Est: $150,000 - $200,000
Beauford Delaney 1901 - 1979 Anita Berliawsky Weinstein signed and dated ’51 (lower right) oil on canvas 24 by 30 in. 61 by 76.2 cm. Executed in 1951.
Sotheby's
Apr. 03, 2025
BEAUFORD DELANEY (1901 - 1979) John Koenig.
Est: $40,000 - $60,000
BEAUFORD DELANEY (1901 - 1979) John Koenig. Oil on linen canvas, 1968. 647x552 mm; 25½x21¼ inches. Signed and dated, lower right recto. Signed and dated in graphite, verso. Signed and titled in ink, the crossbar. Provenance Acquired directly from the artist by John-Franklin Koenig. By descent to private collection. Sotheby's, New York, March 9, 2011, lot 315. Private collection, New York.
Swann Auction Galleries
Mar. 16, 2025
ATTR TO BEAUFORD DELANEY AMERICAN RURAL OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Beauford Delaney, American, French, 1901 to 1979, oil painting on board depicting a village scene. Signed lower left. Framed. Beauford Delaney was an American modernist painter. He is remembered for his work with the Harlem Renaissance in the 1930s and 1940s, as well as his later works in abstract expressionism following his move to Paris in the 1950s. Beaufords younger brother, Joseph, was also a noted painter. Modern and Contemporary American Fine Art, Female Portrait Paintings, Wall Art, and Collectibles. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Mar. 16, 2025
BEAUFORD DELANEY MANNER PORTRAIT PASTEL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
A pastel painting on paper depicting a portrait of a woman, 1959, in the manner of Beauford Delaney, American, French, 1901 to 1979. Signed, Beauford Delaney, and dated 1959, lower left. Framed. Beauford Delaney was an American modernist painter. He is remembered for his work with the Harlem Renaissance in the 1930s and 1940s, as well as his later works in abstract expressionism following his move to Paris in the 1950s. Beaufords younger brother, Joseph, was also a noted painter. Modern and Contemporary American Fine Art, Female Portrait Paintings, Wall Art, and Collectibles. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Mar. 15, 2025
Beauford Delaney, 1901-1979, untitled
Est: $8,000 - $10,000
Beauford Delaney 1901-1979 untitled 1961 watercolor on paper 17 x 11-1/2 inches signed and dated Bears a drawing in red pencil and a dedication on verso: âPour Rolland, Paris 1971â. Provenance: private collection, Paris; Pierre Berge & Associes (auction), Art Moderne & Contemporain; private collection, Illinois
Black Art Auction
Mar. 15, 2025
Beauford Delaney, 1901-1979, untitled
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
Beauford Delaney 1901-1979 untitled 1961 watercolor on wove paper 26 x 19-3/4 inches signed and dated Provenance: private collection, San Clemente, CA
Black Art Auction
Mar. 15, 2025
BEAUFORD DELANEY MANNER PORTRAIT MIXED MEDIA PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
A mixed media painting on paper depicting a portrait of a seated woman, 1965, in the manner of Beauford Delaney, American, French, 1901 to 1979. Signed, Beauford Delaney, and dated 65 lower left. Framed. Beauford Delaney was an American modernist painter. He is remembered for his work with the Harlem Renaissance in the 1930s and 1940s, as well as his later works in abstract expressionism following his move to Paris in the 1950s. Beaufords younger brother, Joseph, was also a noted painter. Modern and Contemporary American Fine Art, Female Portrait Paintings, Wall Art, and Collectibles. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Feb. 23, 2025
Beauford Delaney (1901 - 1979) Antique American Modernist Abstract Seascape Original Oil Painting
Est: $3,000 - $30,000
Antique American modernist seascape painting strongly attributed to Beauford Delaney (1901 - 1979). The painting was bought from an East Hampton estate sale in the early 2000s and has been in our consignors hands since. The signature is original to the painting. We do not have a history on the painting beyond that sale. Oil on board. Signed. Framed. Measuring 16 by 18 inches overall and 9 by 12 painting alone. Please see all images for condition. Size is measured and written on the back of the painting. The first size is the overall size, the second size is the image size. For detailed condition questions please email hello@curatedgallery.com
Curated Gallery Auctions
Feb. 08, 2025
BEAUFORD DELANEY MANNER WOMAN PORTRAIT OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
An oil painting on canvas depicting a portrait of a woman, 1961, in the manner of Beauford Delaney, American, French, 1901 to 1979. Signed, Beauford Delaney, and dated 61 lower left. Framed. Beauford Delaney was an American modernist painter. He is remembered for his work with the Harlem Renaissance in the 1930s and 1940s, as well as his later works in abstract expressionism following his move to Paris in the 1950s. Beaufords younger brother, Joseph, was also a noted painter. Modern and Contemporary American Fine Art, Female Portrait Paintings, Wall Art, and Collectibles. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Feb. 06, 2025
BEAUFORD DELANEY (1901 - 1979) Untitled (Abstraction in Yellow, Blue and Red).
Est: $30,000 - $40,000
BEAUFORD DELANEY (1901 - 1979) Untitled (Abstraction in Yellow, Blue and Red). Watercolor on wove paper, 1961. 655x503 mm; 25⅞x19⅞ inches. Signed and dated in ink, lower right. Provenance Mme. Du Cosel Collection, Paris. Merton D. Simpson Gallery, New York, 2006 (label). Estate of Patricia Scipio-Brim, New York.
Swann Auction Galleries
Feb. 06, 2025
BEAUFORD DELANEY (1901 - 1979) Untitled (Clamart, Seine).
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
BEAUFORD DELANEY (1901 - 1979) Untitled (Clamart, Seine). Watercolor and gouache on wove paper, 1958. 654x508 mm; 25¾x20 inches. Signed, dated and inscribed "Clamart Seine" in ink, lower left. Provenance The collection of Gloria Jones, New York. Gifted to the Studio Museum in Harlem (label). Swann Galleries, New York, December 15, 2015, lot 71. Estate of Patricia Scipio-Brim, New York.
Swann Auction Galleries
Jan. 25, 2025
STYLE OF BEAUFORD DELANEY AMERICAN PORTRAIT PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
An oil painting on canvas depicting a male portrait in the style of Beauford Delaney, American, 1901 to 1979. Signed lower left and dated 1965. Framed. Beauford Delaney is remembered for his work with the Harlem Renaissance in the 1930s and 1940s, as well as his later works in abstract expressionism following his move to Paris in the 1950s. Modern American Paintings And Art Collectibles.
Antique Arena Inc
Jan. 19, 2025
ATTR TO BEAUFORD DELANEY AMERICAN RURAL OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Beauford Delaney, American, French, 1901 to 1979, oil painting on board depicting a village scene. Signed lower left. Framed. Beauford Delaney was an American modernist painter. He is remembered for his work with the Harlem Renaissance in the 1930s and 1940s, as well as his later works in abstract expressionism following his move to Paris in the 1950s. Beaufords younger brother, Joseph, was also a noted painter. Modern and Contemporary American Fine Art, Female Portrait Paintings, Wall Art, and Collectibles. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Jan. 09, 2025
Beauford Delaney (1901 - 1979), Oil on Board
Est: $10,000 - $20,000
An untitled multicolored oil on board by listed African - American artist Beauford Delaney (1901 -1979). Site 19 1/2" x 23 1/2". Framed 26" x 30".
Embassy Auctions International
Dec. 28, 2024
AFTER BEAUFORD DELANEY AMERICAN ABSTRACT PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Acrylics on canvas painting. In the manner of Beauford Delaney, 1901 to 1979, an African-American artist associated with the Harlem Renaissance. The artwork depicts an abstract composition in red, brown, and white color tones. Signed and dated 1960 in the upper left. Golden frame. Collectible American Modernist Fine Art.
Antique Arena Inc
Dec. 14, 2024
Beauford Delaney, 1901-1979, untitled
Est: $30,000 - $50,000
Beauford Delaney 1901-1979 untitled 1961 watercolor on wove paper 26 x 19-3/4 inches signed and dated Provenance: private collection, San Clemente, CA
Black Art Auction
Dec. 14, 2024
BEAUFORD DELANEY AMERICAN PORTRAIT OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Oil on canvas painting by Beauford Delaney, 1901 to 1979, an African-American artist associated with the Harlem Renaissance. The artwork depicts a portrait of a young black woman. Expressive pictorial manner. Signed by the artist and dated 1964 in the lower right. Black mat, black frame. Collectible American Modernist Fine Art, Portraiture.
Antique Arena Inc
Dec. 14, 2024
BEAUFORD DELANEY AMERICAN FIGURATIVE OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Oil on canvas painting by Beauford Delaney, 1901 to 1979, an African-American artist associated with the Harlem Renaissance. The artwork depicts a young couple sitting on the floor. Expressive pictorial manner. Signed by the artist and dated 1964 in the lower right. Golden frame. Collectible American Modernist Fine Art.
Antique Arena Inc
Nov. 21, 2024
BEAUFORD DELANEY (1901-1979) Untitled (Composition in Yellow, Orange and Red) 52 5/8 x 37 7/8 in (133.5 x 96 cm) (Painted circa 1958)
Est: $120,000 - $180,000
BEAUFORD DELANEY (1901-1979) Untitled (Composition in Yellow, Orange and Red) stamped by the artist's estate (on the reverse) oil on paper laid on linen 52 5/8 x 37 7/8 in (133.5 x 96 cm) Painted circa 1958
Bonhams
Nov. 16, 2024
ATTR TO BEAUFORD DELANEY AMERICAN GOUACHE PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Beauford Delaney, American, French, 1901 to 1979, gouache painting on paper depicting a portrait of a woman, 1965. Signed and dated lower right. Framed. Beauford Delaney was an American modernist painter. He is remembered for his work with the Harlem Renaissance in the 1930s and 1940s, as well as his later works in abstract expressionism following his move to Paris in the 1950s. Beaufords younger brother, Joseph, was also a noted painter. Modern and Contemporary American Fine Art, Female Portrait Paintings, Wall Art, and Collectibles. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Nov. 16, 2024
ATTR TO BEAUFORD DELANEY AMERICAN RURAL OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Beauford Delaney, American, French, 1901 to 1979, oil painting on board depicting a village scene. Signed lower left. Framed. Beauford Delaney was an American modernist painter. He is remembered for his work with the Harlem Renaissance in the 1930s and 1940s, as well as his later works in abstract expressionism following his move to Paris in the 1950s. Beaufords younger brother, Joseph, was also a noted painter. Modern and Contemporary American Fine Art, Female Portrait Paintings, Wall Art, and Collectibles. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Nov. 13, 2024
Beauford Delaney, Untitled
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
Beauford Delaney Untitled 1962 gouache and watercolor on Arches 22.125 h x 14.375 w in (56 x 37 cm) Signed, dated and inscribed to lower edge 'Beauford Delaney 1962 Paris'. Provenance: Estate of Molly Turner, Florida This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Oct. 27, 2024
ATTR BEAUFORD DELANEY AMERICAN ABSTRACT OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Beauford Delaney, American, French, 1901 to 1979, oil painting on board depicting an abstract expressionist composition. Signed upper left. Stamped, To Louis Berger Paris, on the backside. Beauford Delaney was an American modernist painter. He is remembered for his work with the Harlem Renaissance in the 1930s and 1940s, as well as his later works in abstract expressionism following his move to Paris in the 1950s. Beaufords younger brother, Joseph, was also a noted painter. American Fine Art, Abstract Expressionist Oil Paintings, Wall Art, and Collectibles. One of a kind artwork.
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