Ernest Major (1864–1950)
Ernest Major is an American artist with 15 auction lots recorded since 1993, median price $1,675. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Ernest Major sold in 2005 for $3,819, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Ernest Major on OpeningBid →What is a Ernest Major work worth?
Across 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ernest Major work is $1,675.
The median Ernest Major painting sells for $2,200 across 11 lots.
The median Ernest Major work on paper sells for $1,150 across 1 lots.
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 13 | $2,200‡ | $8,050 | 84.6% | 2024-11-02 |
| Works on Paper | 3 | $1,150 | $1,150 | 33.3% | 2001-09-07 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $822–$6,141‡ | $3,025‡ | $8,050 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2000 | $8,050 |
| Paintings | 2004 | $6,463 |
| Works on Paper | 2001 | $1,150 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Ernest Major worth?
Across 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ernest Major work is $1,675. The median Ernest Major painting sells for $2,200 across 11 lots. The median Ernest Major work on paper sells for $1,150 across 1 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Ernest Major painting?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Ernest Major painting is $2,200. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Ernest Major's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Ernest Major painting is $8,050.
What is Ernest Major's auction record?
Ernest Major's auction record is $8,050, set in 2000.
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