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# Albert R. Valentien for Rookwood Pottery (1862–1925)

## What is Albert R. Valentien for Rookwood Pottery’s work worth? {#value}

As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 71 auction results for Albert R. Valentien for Rookwood Pottery at 2 houses since 2018. Over the last 24 months the median price was $614 including buyer’s premium (middle half $477–$1,212, n=6). The auction record is $16,510 for Painted Mat vase with lady's slipper orchids (2026, Rago Arts). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.

**Top auction records: paintings, drawings & sculpture**

| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Painted Mat vase with lady's slipper orchids, 1900 | Architectural terracotta | $16,510 | Rago Arts | Feb 2026 |
| 2 | Iris Glaze vase with flying geese, 1904 | Architectural terracotta | $13,500 | Rago Arts | Jan 2020 |
| 3 | Untitled painting (Matilija Poppies), 1900 | Watercolor | $5,625 | Rago Arts | Sep 2018 |
| 4 | Fine and Rare Decorated Bailey's Red vase with dragon, 1894 | Architectural terracotta | $4,788 | Toomey & Co. | Jun 2023 |
| 5 | Iris glaze vase, 1902 | Ceramics | $4,063 | Toomey & Co. | Jun 2022 |
| 6 | Fine and Tall Dull Finish vase with wild roses, 1886 | Architectural terracotta | $3,528 | Toomey & Co. | Jun 2024 |
| 7 | Fine and Large Light Standard Glaze vase with sunflowers, 1890 | Architectural terracotta | $3,500 | Toomey & Co. | Nov 2022 |
| 8 | all earthenware Iris glaze vase, 1902 | Ceramics | $3,125 | Toomey & Co. | Jun 2022 |
| 9 | Rare and Monumental Limoges style vase with storks and trees, 1883 | Architectural terracotta | $3,024 | Toomey & Co. | Jun 2023 |
| 10 | Iris Glaze vase with lilacs, 1904 | Architectural terracotta | $3,000 | Rago Arts | Jan 2020 |


**Median price by medium (last 24 months, n ≥ 5)**

| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture | 70 | $782 |

**Median price by size (last 24 months, n ≥ 5)**

| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 5 | $3,024 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 66 | $703 |

Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 71 results from 2 houses · [How we compute these figures](https://www.openingbid.art/methodology/price-data)


Albert R. Valentien for Rookwood Pottery is an artist with 79 auction lots recorded since 2018, median price $813.

A work by Albert R. Valentien for Rookwood Pottery sold in 2026 for $16,510, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

## What is a Albert R. Valentien for Rookwood Pottery work worth?

Across 71 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Albert R. Valentien for Rookwood Pottery work is $813.

The median Albert R. Valentien for Rookwood Pottery painting sells for $5,625 across 1 lots.

## Price breakdown by category

| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 1 | $5,625 | $5,625 | — | 2018-09-22 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $9,562 | $16,510 | — | 2026-02-05 |

## Notable results

| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2018 | $5,625 |

The highest recorded result in each medium. The full sale history is in the OpeningBid app (free sign-up).

## Frequently asked questions

### What is a Albert R. Valentien for Rookwood Pottery worth?

Across 71 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Albert R. Valentien for Rookwood Pottery work is $813. The median Albert R. Valentien for Rookwood Pottery painting sells for $5,625 across 1 lots.

### What is Albert R. Valentien for Rookwood Pottery's auction record?

Albert R. Valentien for Rookwood Pottery's auction record is $16,510, set in 2026.

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Data last updated 2026-11-01. OpeningBid tracks 15,222,099 auction lots from 571 auction houses, refreshed nightly.

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Historical auction data, not investment advice. Prices are premium-inclusive USD where the buyer's premium is recorded. Figures marked † are hammer prices (buyer's premium not included); ‡ marks a price whose basis is not yet verified. Non-USD results are converted at the sale month's rate.