Rafael Medina Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Rafael Medina Art Value Price Guide

Jul. 29, 2026
Rafael Medina 1929-1998 Ceremonial Dancer Painting
Est: $100 - $1,000
Rafael Medina (American, 1929-1998), gouache on paper depicting a Native American ceremonial dancer wearing an eagle headdress and stylized winged costume within a symbolic landscape. Executed in the artist's distinctive flat planar style with vibrant coloration and precise linework, the composition incorporates Indigenous ceremonial imagery, geometric forms, avian motifs, and Southwestern design elements. Signed and dated lower right Rafael Medina 71. Presented under glass in a decorative frame with dark brown matting. Approximate sight size 18 x 12 inches. Dimensions: 24.25 X 18.25 X 1 in. Condition: Good overall condition with typical age-related surface wear and toning. Visible foxing and scattered discoloration are present, most notably in the lower right quadrant and lower center area of the composition. The frame exhibits normal storage wear, including minor abrasions and wear along the edges and corners, consistent with age. The work has not been examined outside of the frame. Note: This condition statement is provided as a courtesy and reflects an opinion, not a statement of fact. Bidders are encouraged to inspect items in person or through an agent to assess condition. Estate fresh to the market. Shipping Information: Hill Auction Gallery does not offer in-house packing or shipping services. As a courtesy, we are pleased to refer trusted third-party shipping providers for buyer convenience. Buyers are encouraged to contact shippers directly to obtain packing quotes, shipping rates, insurance options, and estimated transit times. Additional local, domestic, and international shipper referrals may be available upon request. Parcel Shipping Providers: First Class Shipping Center, 11700 NW 41st Street, Coral Springs, FL. Phone (754) 800-7674. Email 1shippingcenter@gmail.com. Mr. Ship Pro, 7838 NW 44th St, Sunrise, FL 33351. Phone (305) 783-9504. Email roberto@mrshippro.com. The UPS Store #2881, 11110 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise, FL 33351. Phone (954) 572-4004. Email store2881@theupsstore.com. Freight & Large Item Shipping / Local Florida Delivery: Available through independent providers. Please contact info@hillauctiongallery.com for referrals based on item size, location, and delivery requirements.
Hill Auction Gallery
Apr. 10, 2026
Rafael and Sophia Medina (Zia, 1929-1998 / 1932-2010) Koshares Praying to the Rain God
Est: $600 - $800
Rafael and Sophia Medina (Zia, 1929-1998 / 1932-2010) Koshares Praying to the Rain God titled and signed near base height 11 inches x diameter 13-1/4 inches This lot is located in Chicago.
Freeman’s
Aug. 28, 2025
A Sofia and Rafael Medina polychrome pottery jar, 'Crow Antelope Dancers Blessing Corn Field,' 1972
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Sofia and Rafael Medina Zia Pueblo, (1932-2010) and (1929-1998), 'Crow Antelope Dancers Blessing Corn Field,' 1972, a polychrome painted pottery jar with dancers, corn plants, and additional elements, titled, dated, inscribed and signed along the lower portion of the jar. height 11 3/4in, diameter 13 1/4in
Bonhams
Aug. 28, 2025
A Sofia Medina and Rafael Medina polychrome pottery jar, 'Deer Ka-Su-Na Dance'
Est: $600 - $900
Sofia Medina and Rafael Medina Zia, (1932-2010 & 1929-1998), 'Deer Ka-Su-Na Dance,' a pictorial pottery jar painted with deer dancer over a ground of black hachured Zia designs on a white ground, titled, inscribed and signed along the base: Medina / Potter Sofia P. Medina / Decorator Rafael Medina. height 11in, diameter 12in
Bonhams
Aug. 12, 2025
Rafael [Tee-ya-cha-na] Medina, Untitled (Buffalo Dancer), 1947
Est: $600 - $900
Rafael [Tee-ya-cha-na] Medina Zia, 1929 - 1998 Untitled (Buffalo Dancer), 1947 gouache on paper signed right of lower center: R. MEDINA 1947
Santa Fe Art Auction
Aug. 12, 2025
Rafael [Tee-ya-cha-na] Medina, Untitled (Corn Dancer)
Est: $800 - $1,200
Rafael [Tee-ya-cha-na] Medina Zia, 1929 - 1998 Untitled (Corn Dancer) gouache on paper signed lower right: [artist's cipher] / RAFAEL / MEDINA
Santa Fe Art Auction
Aug. 12, 2025
Rafael [Tee-ya-cha-na] Medina, Untitled (Deer Dancer)
Est: $600 - $900
Rafael [Tee-ya-cha-na] Medina Zia, 1929 - 1998 Untitled (Deer Dancer) mixed media on board signed lower right: [artist's cipher] R.MEDINA
Santa Fe Art Auction
Aug. 12, 2025
Rafael [Tee-ya-cha-na] Medina + Beatien Yazz, Group of Three Gouaches
Est: $700 - $1,000
Rafael [Tee-ya-cha-na] Medina + Beatien Yazz Zia + Diné (Navajo), 1929 - 1988 + 1928 - 2012 Group of Three Gouaches gouache on paper Rafael [Tee-ya-cha-na] Medina Zia 1929 - 1988 Corn Dancer 10 3/4 x 6 1/4 in. (27.3 x 15.9 cm.) Rafael [Tee-ya-cha-na] Medina Zia 1929 - 1988 Dancer signed lower right: R. MEDINA 12 x 9 1/2 in. (30.5 x 24.1 cm.) Beatien Yazz Diné (Navajo) 1928 - 2012 Buffalo Hunt signed lower right: B. Yazz 7 1/8 x 11 in. (18.1 x 27.9 cm.)
Santa Fe Art Auction
Aug. 12, 2025
Rafael [Tee-ya-cha-na] Medina, Diptych (Buffalo Dancers), 1971
Est: $500 - $700
Rafael [Tee-ya-cha-na] Medina Zia, 1929 - 1988 Diptych (Buffalo Dancers), 1971 gouache on paper each signed lower right: [artist's cipher] RAFAEL / 71 / MEDINA
Santa Fe Art Auction
Jun. 30, 2025
RAFAEL MEDINA (ZIA PUEBLO, 1929-1998) TEMPERA ON BOARD OF NATIVE AMERICAN DANCER.
Est: $100 - $300
RAFAEL MEDINA (ZIA PUEBLO, 1929-1998) TEMPERA ON BOARD OF NATIVE AMERICAN DANCER. Native American, Zia Pueblo, dated 1974. Tempera on board. Depicting a dancer in traditional dance garb and filled with Native American symbolism. Signed at bottom. In a silvered wood frame behind glass, 27.5"h. 22"w.
Amelia Jeffers
Jun. 30, 2025
RAFAEL MEDINA (ZIA PUEBLO, 1929-1998) "THE ZIA PUEBLO DEER DANCE" AND "THE EAGLE DANCER" GOUACHE ON PAPER.
Est: $150 - $350
RAFAEL MEDINA (ZIA PUEBLO, 1929-1998) "THE ZIA PUEBLO DEER DANCE" AND "THE EAGLE DANCER" GOUACHE ON PAPER. Rafael Medina (Zia Pueblo, 1929-1998). Gouache on paper. "The Zia Pueblo Deer Dance" and "The Eagle Dancer". Both depicting dancers in traditional dance garb and filled with Native American symbolism. In wood frames behind glass, 16.25"h. 13.25"w.
Amelia Jeffers
Aug. 13, 2024
Rafael [Tee-ya-cha-na] Medina, Buffalo Dance, 1956
Est: $400 - $800
Rafael [Tee-ya-cha-na] Medina (Zia, 1929 - 1998) Buffalo Dance, 1956 acrylic on paper signed and dated lower right: R. MEDINA / "56"
Santa Fe Art Auction
Dec. 10, 2023
RAPHAEL MEDINA (1929-1998) TEMPERA ON ARTIST'S BOARD
Est: $200 - $300
Rafael Medina (1929-1998) The image of a pueblo dancer in landscape is accompanied by Acoma pottery in the foreground and depiction of a horno on one side with adobe wall on the other, signed lower right. Sight size measures 19.5 x 14.5 with a framed size of 26.25 x 21 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.
Dirk Soulis Auctions
Dec. 10, 2023
RAPHAEL MEDINA (1929-1998) TEMPERA ON ARTIST'S BOARD
Est: $200 - $300
Rafael Medina (1929-1998) The image of a pueblo dancer in landscape with traditional motifs and an Acoma olla is signed lower right. Sight size measures 19.5 x 14.5 with a framed size of 26 x 21 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.
Dirk Soulis Auctions
Jul. 21, 2023
Raphael Medina, Untitled (Gold Finch), 1996
Est: $400 - $600
Raphael Medina (Zia, 1929 - 1998) Untitled (Gold Finch), 1996 gouache on paper signed and dated lower right: 1966 / R. MEDINA
Santa Fe Art Auction
Nov. 03, 2022
RAPHAEL MEDINA (America, 20th Century), Native American dancers., Gouache on paper, 13.5" x 19.5" sight. Framed 21.75" x 26.5".
Est: $300 - $500
RAPHAEL MEDINA America, 20th Century Native American dancers. Signed and dated lower right "R. Medina 56".
Eldred's
Aug. 13, 2022
Raphael Medina, Untitled (Eagle Dancer)
Est: $400 - $600
Raphael Medina (Zia,1929-1998) Untitled (Eagle Dancer) gouache on paper signed lower right: [NM cipher] / R. Medina
Santa Fe Art Auction
Aug. 13, 2022
Raphael Medina, Untitled (Deer Dancer), 1956
Est: $600 - $900
Raphael Medina (Zia,1929-1998) Untitled (Deer Dancer), 1956 gouache on textured paper signed and dated lower right: R. MediNa / "56"
Santa Fe Art Auction
Feb. 19, 2022
Watercolor, Raphael Medina
Est: $300 - $500
Rafael Medina (American, 20th century) "Zia Koshare Dance," watercolor and gouache on paper, signed lower right, overall (with frame): 21.75"h x 17.5"w
Clars Auctions
Nov. 04, 2021
Rafael Medina (Zia, 1929-1998) Untitled (Buffalo Dancer)
Est: $500 - $700
Rafael Medina (Zia, 1929-1998) Untitled (Buffalo Dancer) signed lower right 14 1/2 inches x 10 1/2 inches The Mark and Linda Miller Collection Please Note: This lot is located in and ships from our Cincinnati, Ohio office.
Hindman
Aug. 14, 2021
Rafael Medina, Gaan Dancer, 1969
Est: $600 - $1,200
Rafael Medina (Zia, 1929 - 1998) Gaan Dancer, 1969 tempera and ink signed lower right: RAFAEL / MEDINA
Santa Fe Art Auction
Mar. 20, 2021
Rafael Medina, Girl's Initiation: A Corn Grinding Rite, 1977
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
Rafael Medina (Zia, 1929 - 1998) Girl's Initiation: A Corn Grinding Rite, 1977 gouache on paper on illustration board signed and dated lower right: Rafael / 77 / Medina inscribed verso: "Girls initiation a corn grinding rite" / By Raphael Medina / Zia pueblo / San Ysidro, New Mexico / 87053 29 1/2 x 23 1/2 in. (74.93 x 59.69 cm.), Frame: 32 1/4 x 26 1/4 x 1 in. (81.92 x 66.68 x 2.54 cm.)
Santa Fe Art Auction
Aug. 22, 2020
Raphael Medina, Untitled (Deer Dancer), 1971
Est: $400 - $600
Raphael Medina (Zia, b. 1929) Untitled (Deer Dancer), 1971 gouache on paper signed and dated lower right: RAFAEL / 71 / MEDINA 19 7/8 x 13 5/8 in. (50.48 x 34.61 cm.), Frame: 31 1/2 x 22 5/8 x 1 in. (80.01 x 57.47 x 2.54 cm.)
Santa Fe Art Auction
Nov. 24, 2019
Rafael Medina, Untitled, 1977
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Rafael Medina (1929 - 1998) Untitled gouache on paper 1977 signed and dated lower right: Rafael / 77 / Medina Dimensions: 29 1/2 x 23 1/2 inches Framed Dimensions: 32 1/4 x 26 1/4 x 1 inches Provenance: Private Collection, New Mexico
Santa Fe Art Auction
Aug. 10, 2019
Work ono paper, Rafael Medina
Est: $100 - $200
Rafael Medina (American b. 1929), Chickadee with Cherries, colored pencil on paper, signed lower left, overall (with mat): 10"h x 8"w
Clars Auctions
Jul. 13, 2019
Work ono paper, Rafael Medina
Est: $200 - $400
Rafael Medina (American b.1929), Chikadee with cherries, colored pencil on paper, signed lower left, overall (with mat): 10"h x 8"w
Clars Auctions
Apr. 20, 2019
Rafael Medina (Teeyacheena), Zia, Eagle Dance,1971
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Rafael Medina (Teeyacheena, (Zia, 1929-1998), signed lower right : RAFAEL / 71 / MEDINA (within zia cipher), 20TH CENTURY; AMERICAN INDIAN
Santa Fe Art Auction
Apr. 20, 2019
Rafael Medina (Teeyacheena), Zia, Deer Dance,1973
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Rafael Medina (Teeyacheena), (Zia, 1929-1998), signed and dated lower right: RAFAEL / 73 / MEDINA (within artist's cipher), 20TH CENTURY; AMERICAN INDIAN
Santa Fe Art Auction
Sep. 23, 2018
RAFAEL MEDINA (AMERICAN, B. 1929) HARVEST DANCER, 1976 GOUACHE ON PAPER 14-1/2 X
Est: $500 - $700
Rafael Medina (American, b. 1929) Harvest Dancer, 1976 Gouache on paper 14-1/2 x 9-1/2 inches (36.8 x 24.1 cm) Signed and dated lower right: Rafael / 76 / Medina PROPERTY FROM THE ESTATE OF GILES C. AND LOUISE McCRARY, POST, TEXAS HID04901242017
Heritage Auctions
Feb. 11, 2018
Rafael & Sofia Medina "Blessing The Corn" Pottery
Est: -
Artist Sofia Medina was born in 1932. Sofia's grandmother, Rosalia Medina Toribio, was considered one of the best Zia potters of her time. It wasn't until after Sofia had married Rafael Medina in 1948 that she began to learn to make pottery in earnest. Featured here is a signed Rafael and Sofia Medina piece of pottery. Beautiful in design and detail it is titled 'Blessing The Corn'. This item is in great condition, signed on bottom with no visible damage. Approx. Measurements: 12" x 11" x 11" Approx. Ship Weight: 6lbs. Keywords: China/Porcelain/Pottery This item lovingly donated by a private estate with proceeds going to benefit the Mayo Clinic.; Ref: JE13351
J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC
Nov. 12, 2016
RAFAEL MEDINA (Native American, b. 1929). TWO NATIVE AMERICAN DANCERS: TWO WORKS FRAMED AS ONE, signed lower right. Watercolor.
Est: $250 - $350
RAFAEL MEDINA (Native American, b. 1929). TWO NATIVE AMERICAN DANCERS: TWO WORKS FRAMED AS ONE, signed lower right. Watercolor - Framed, sight: 9 1/2 in. x 6 1/2 in., each
Sloans & Kenyon
Apr. 18, 2016
Rafael Medina (born 1929) Native American Pottery Vase
Est: $200 - $300
Hand painted with figures, titled "Deer and Antelope Dance", signed and dated for 1982.
Locati LLC
Jul. 13, 2013
A Group of American School Works on Paper
Est: $800 - $1,200
A Group of American School Works on Paper, including: Rafael Medina (b. 1929), "Zia Buffalo Dance", watercolor, sight 9 in. x 6 in.; Lorence Bjorklund (1911-1978), "Untitled (Mountain Man)", pencil drawing, sheet 14 in. x 11 in.; Burnham, "Untitled (Pasture with Three Horses)", watercolor, sheet 4 1/4 in. x 8 in., all signed; together with eleven engravings of the American West including: Charles Bodmer, "Indians Hunting the Bison", "Blackfoot Indian on Horseback" and "Punka Indians Encamped on the Banks of the Missouri", and others. (14 pcs.)?
Neal Auction Company
Sep. 10, 2010
Quah Ah/Tanita Peña (American, 1895-1949), Rafael Medina (American, b. 1929),
Est: $400 - $600
Quah Ah/Tanita Peña (American, 1895-1949), Rafael Medina (American, b. 1929), Lot of 3 Two by Quah Ah/Tanita Peña Portrait gouache on paper signed l.r. and as Cochita Artist on verso 7.25 x 5.75 in. One by Rafael Medina Portrait gouache on paper signed and dated 56 l.r. 7 x 4.75 in.
Cowan's Auctions
Aug. 13, 2005
Rafael Medina
Est: $750 - $1,500
Exquisite Zia watercolor with extra fine detail titled "Deer Dancer". 15" x 11" (20" x 16" framed)
Allard Auctions
Nov. 09, 2001
Raphael Medina
Est: $50 - $1,000
Large, fantastic, Zia pottery olla with dancers painted all around - a very rare piece. 10-1/2" X 10-1/4"
Allard Auctions
Aug. 11, 2001
Rafael Medina
Est: $375 - $750
Fantastic, signed, original gouache on paper - "Zia Pueblo Deer Dance". 12" X 9"
Allard Auctions
Aug. 11, 2000
Rafael Medina
Est: $250 - $500
Three original watercolors: "Pueblo Drum", "Pueblo Woman", & "Wood Pecker". 12" X 16"
Allard Auctions