About the Coeur d’Alene Art Auction
Reno is home to the nation’s biggest and most successful auction of Western art.”
– The Wall Street Journal
For the past 40 years the Coeur d’Alene Art Auction has specialized in the finest classical Western and American art representing past masters and outstanding contemporary artists.
The auction principals have over 125 years of combined experience in selling fine art and have netted their clients over $400 million in the past twenty years alone.
With scores of world record prices, let us assist you with a free evaluation of artwork. If you are considering selling contact us and discuss the benefits of the Coeur d’Alene Art Auction.
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Selling with the Coeur d’Alene Art Auction
Results We are the largest auction house in the country specializing in Western and American artwork. We hold over 290 world record prices, the highest of any auction in the field, and achieve the most consistent sales for our consignors.
Sales Rate 96% of all lots are sold on average, the best in the industry.
Client Base Over the past 40 years we have compiled the largest mailing list in the country of major private and institutional collectors. On average 500 attend in person each year with hundreds more bidding by phone, Internet, and absentee.
Marketing Our extensive national print and Internet advertising campaigns along with direct marketing to top collectors ensures we reach the most active buyers.
Transparency There are absolutely no hidden fees when you consign with us. We pay all insurance, cataloging, and marketing costs.
Convenience We are readily available to assist with the shipping, restoration and framing of artwork. All costs for these services are fronted by the Coeur d’Alene Art Auction, so there are no upfront costs to you.
Catalogs Our catalogs are the finest and most extensively researched in the industry. We furnish the highest quality photography and descriptions for your items.
Reputation We are the auction house of choice for major museums, corporations, and notable private collections. Whether you have an extensive collection, or individual painting, you may rest assured your consignment will be handled in a professional manner to maximize its value.
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Contact the Coeur d’Alene Art Auction
Mike OverbyCoeur d’Alene Art Auction
Hayden, Idaho
tel 208-772-9009
mike@cdaartauction.com
Stuart JohnsonSettlers West Galleries
Tucson, Arizona
tel 520-299-2607
stuart@cdaartauction.com
Peter StremmelStremmel Gallery
Reno, Nevada
tel 775-786-0558
peter@cdaartauction.com
2024 Live Online Auction – November 9
➠ Online Auction Results
The Coeur d’Alene Art Auction concluded its 2024 Western and American art calendar with its blockbuster live online auction, realizing over $3.8 million in sales with a 99.6% sales rate for the 241-lot auction held November 9. The mark represents the highest-grossing total for a Western and American art online auction and brings Coeur d’Alene’s total sales to over $24.6 million in 2024 with works by Charles M. Russell, Thomas Hart Benton, Edgar Payne, William R. Leigh, Joseph Henry Sharp, and Maynard Dixon leading the way.
Coeur d’Alene continued its industry-best performance with Russell’s work as The Rattlesnake (1897) was the highlight of the auction – shattering its presale estimate of $250,000-350,000 – selling for $1,028,500 after a fierce round of bidding. This action-packed painting realized the highest sum for an online sale in the Auction’s illustrious history, confirming Coeur d’Alene as the preeminent auction house for works by Russell. The masterpiece by the famed “cowboy artist” was part of the Robert D. Reed Collection, which grossed over $2.6 million during the sale.
• View the Final Prices Sheet• View the Hammer Prices Sheet
• View the Post Sale Press Release
• View the 2024 Live Online Auction catalog of works
Charles M. Russell (1864 – 1926)
The Rattlesnake (1897)
oil on board, 12.25 × 18.75 inches
Estimate: $250,000 – 350,000
Sold at the 2024 Live Online Auction: $1,028,500
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Best in the West – 2024 Auction Results
The Coeur d’Alene Art Auction Realized Over $24.6 Million in 2024 Auction Sales with 95% of All Lots Sold.
The Coeur d’Alene Art Auction set the Western art market standard in 2024 with over $24.6 million in auction sales, while setting numerous world records. The largest auction house in the classic Western and American art field saw 48 lots eclipse the $100,000 mark this year.
• View the 2024 Auction Catalog & Final Sale Results
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