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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.","title":"Albert R. Valentien for Rookwood Pottery value: auction records & prices (updated Nov 2026)"}}