Bernd Becher ( 1931 - ) is a German painter. Bernd Becher s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 13145 USD for Wassertürme (set of 2) in 2003 to 150000 USD for HOCHÖFEN (BLAST FURNACES) in 2004 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.