Albert Ernest Backus (1906–1990)
Albert Ernest Backus is an American artist with 4 auction lots recorded since 2023, median price $24,590. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Albert Ernest Backus sold in 2024 for a hammer price of $26,000 (buyer's premium not included), according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Albert Ernest Backus on OpeningBid →What is a Albert Ernest Backus work worth?
Across 4 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Albert Ernest Backus work is $24,590.
The median Albert Ernest Backus painting sells for $24,590 across 4 lots.
Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 4 | $24,590† | $41,480 | — | 2024-01-31 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2023 | $41,480 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $26,000† |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Albert Ernest Backus worth?
Across 4 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Albert Ernest Backus work is $24,590. The median Albert Ernest Backus painting sells for $24,590 across 4 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Albert Ernest Backus's auction record?
Albert Ernest Backus's auction record is $41,480, set in 2023.
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