George Ames Aldrich (1872–1941)
What is George Ames Aldrich’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 27 auction results for George Ames Aldrich at 12 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,540 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,286–$6,096, n=9). The auction record is $23,900 for River in Winter (2003, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | River in Winter, 1872 | Oil paint | $23,900 | Christie's | Oct 2003 |
| 2 | Chicago Skyline, 1872 | Wool | $11,430 | Wright | Dec 2025 |
| 3 | Chicago Skyline | Oil on board | $11,430 | Toomey & Co. | Dec 2025 |
| 4 | Cottages by a Canal, 1872 | Oil paint | $10,800 | Christie's | Mar 2006 |
| 5 | The River Elaune, Bellengreville, 1924 | Oil on canvas | $7,800 | John Moran Auctioneers | Nov 2021 |
| 6 | The Mill, 1872 | Oil paint | $7,500 | Christie's | Mar 2011 |
| 7 | La plage de Dieppe, 1921 | Painting | $6,096 | Toomey & Co. | Feb 2026 |
| 8 | Mill in Winter | Oil on canvas | $5,625 | Freeman's Hindman | Sep 2021 |
| 9 | The Days End, River Elaune, Normandie, 1919 | Oil on canvas | $5,525 | John Moran Auctioneers | Nov 2022 |
| 10 | Untitled lot | Oil on canvas | $4,887 | John Moran Auctioneers | Jun 2009 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 22 | $4,191 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 17 | $5,525 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $2,331 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 27 results from 12 houses · How we compute these figures
George Ames Aldrich is an American artist with 32 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $4,191. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by George Ames Aldrich sold in 2026 for $6,096, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 26 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a George Ames Aldrich work is $4,191.
The median George Ames Aldrich painting sells for $4,600 across 23 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 | 23 | $4,600† | $23,900 | — | 2026-02-27 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $11,430 | $23,900 | — | 2025-12-11 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $2,286–$2,540 | $2,376 | $3,000 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 18 | $3,289–$7,149† | $5,125† | $23,900 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2003 | $23,900 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $11,430 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a George Ames Aldrich worth?
Across 26 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a George Ames Aldrich work is $4,191. The median George Ames Aldrich painting sells for $4,600 across 23 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a George Ames Aldrich painting?
Based on 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a George Ames Aldrich painting is $4,600. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is George Ames Aldrich's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a George Ames Aldrich painting is $23,900.
What is the average price of a medium George Ames Aldrich painting?
Based on 18 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium George Ames Aldrich painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $5,125, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is George Ames Aldrich's auction record?
George Ames Aldrich's auction record is $23,900, set in 2003.
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