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# Edgar S. Paxson (1852–1919)

Edgar S. Paxson is an artist with 69 auction lots recorded since 2005, median price $15,470.

A work by Edgar S. Paxson sold in 2026 for $21,780, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

**1 Edgar S. Paxson work is coming to auction** (as of 2026-11-03).

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## What is a Edgar S. Paxson work worth?

Across 68 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Edgar S. Paxson work is $15,470.

The median Edgar S. Paxson work on paper sells for $11,900 across 33 lots.

The median Edgar S. Paxson painting sells for $19,040 across 21 lots.

Small (under 50 cm) Edgar S. Paxson work on papers typically sell for $7,200–$17,550 (the middle half of 33 sold lots).

Small (under 50 cm) Edgar S. Paxson paintings typically sell for $16,088–$55,025 (the middle half of 20 sold 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 | 21 | $19,040 | $163,800 | — | 2024-07-27 |
| Works on Paper | 33 | $11,900 | $74,750 | — | 2026-07-25 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $116,800 | $163,800 | — | 2022-07-23 |

## Price by size

### Paintings

| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 20 | $16,088–$55,025 | $20,160 | $163,800 |

### Works on Paper

| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 33 | $7,200–$17,550 | $11,900 | $74,750 |

Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.

## Notable results

| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2010 | $163,800 |
| Paintings | 2020 | $107,100 |
| Works on Paper | 2009 | $74,750 |
| Works on Paper | 2011 | $52,650 |

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 Edgar S. Paxson worth?

Across 68 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Edgar S. Paxson work is $15,470. The median Edgar S. Paxson work on paper sells for $11,900 across 33 lots. The median Edgar S. Paxson painting sells for $19,040 across 21 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Edgar S. Paxson work on papers typically sell for $7,200–$17,550 (the middle half of 33 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Edgar S. Paxson paintings typically sell for $16,088–$55,025 (the middle half of 20 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.

### What is the average price of a Edgar S. Paxson work on paper?

Based on 33 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Edgar S. Paxson work on paper is $11,900.

### What is Edgar S. Paxson's most expensive work on paper?

The highest price recorded at auction for a Edgar S. Paxson work on paper is $74,750.

### What is the average price of a Edgar S. Paxson painting?

Based on 21 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Edgar S. Paxson painting is $19,040.

### What is Edgar S. Paxson's most expensive painting?

The highest price recorded at auction for a Edgar S. Paxson painting is $163,800.

### What is the average price of a small Edgar S. Paxson work on paper?

Based on 33 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Edgar S. Paxson work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $11,900, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

### What is the average price of a small Edgar S. Paxson painting?

Based on 20 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Edgar S. Paxson painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $20,160, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

### What is Edgar S. Paxson's auction record?

Edgar S. Paxson's auction record is $163,800, set in 2010.

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Data last updated 2026-11-03. OpeningBid tracks 15,596,131 auction lots from 579 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.