Eliot Furness Porter (1901–1990)
What is Eliot Furness Porter’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 30 auction results for Eliot Furness Porter at 5 houses since 1998. Over the last 24 months the median price was $6,120 including buyer’s premium (middle half $956–$7,013, n=11). The auction record is $46,600 for Trees (2008, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Trees, 1901 | Pencil | $46,600 | Christie's | Apr 2008 |
| 2 | Untitled (from Intimate Landscapes Portfolio) (9), 1979 | Cartes-de-visite | $10,000 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Oct 2016 |
| 3 | Intimate Landscapes, 1956-1977, 1901 | Leather | $9,760 | Bonhams | Nov 2010 |
| 4 | Intimate Landscapes, 1956 | Leather | $8,288 | Bonhams | Apr 2025 |
| 5 | Selected Images of New Mexico (comprising 'Chama River', 'Storm Over Sangre de Christo', and 'Pojoaque Valley'), 1940 | Gelatin silver prints | $7,013 | Bonhams | Jul 2025 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | In Wildness, 1901 | Pencil | $9,375 | Christie's | Feb 2008 |
| 2 | Glen Canyon, 1901 | Leather | $8,540 | Bonhams | Nov 2010 |
| 3 | Portfolio One: The Seasons, 1963 | 12 dye-transfer prints | $8,365 | Christie's | Oct 2002 |
| 4 | Western Landscapes, 1988 | Pencil | $7,500 | Bonhams | Jun 2018 |
| 5 | Glen Canyon, 1961 | Leather | $7,013 | Bonhams | Jul 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 15 | $7,013 |
| Photographs | 11 | $1,386 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 5 | $7,013 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 21 | $4,788 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 30 results from 5 houses · How we compute these figures
Eliot Furness Porter is an American artist with 83 auction lots recorded since 1998, median price $6,120.
A work by Eliot Furness Porter sold in 2025 for $7,012, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Eliot Furness Porter on OpeningBid →What is a Eliot Furness Porter work worth?
Across 29 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Eliot Furness Porter work is $6,120.
The median Eliot Furness Porter photograph sells for $3,044 across 12 lots.
The median Eliot Furness Porter work on paper sells for $6,060 across 8 lots.
The median Eliot Furness Porter print sells for $8,288 across 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 9 | $8,288 | $13,800 | — | 2025-07-17 |
| Works on Paper | 11 | $6,060 | $46,600 | 72.7% | 2025-09-11 |
| Photography | 15 | $3,044 | $10,000 | 80% | 2026-01-22 |
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 8 | $6,454–$8,849 | $8,326 | $13,800 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $1,967–$7,125 | $5,500 | $9,375 |
Photography
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 9 | $1,024–$4,788 | $2,040 | $9,760 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2008 | $46,600 |
| Prints & Editions | 1998 | $13,800 |
| Photography | 2016 | $10,000 |
| Prints & Editions | 1998 | $9,775 |
| Photography | 2010 | $9,760 |
| Works on Paper | 2008 | $9,375 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Eliot Furness Porter worth?
Across 29 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Eliot Furness Porter work is $6,120. The median Eliot Furness Porter photograph sells for $3,044 across 12 lots. The median Eliot Furness Porter work on paper sells for $6,060 across 8 lots. The median Eliot Furness Porter print sells for $8,288 across 9 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Eliot Furness Porter photograph?
Based on 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Eliot Furness Porter photograph is $3,044.
What is Eliot Furness Porter's most expensive photograph?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Eliot Furness Porter photograph is $10,000.
What is the average price of a Eliot Furness Porter work on paper?
Based on 8 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Eliot Furness Porter work on paper is $6,060.
What is Eliot Furness Porter's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Eliot Furness Porter work on paper is $46,600.
What is Eliot Furness Porter's auction record?
Eliot Furness Porter's auction record is $46,600, set in 2008.
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