Jacob Alt (1789–1872)
Jacob Alt is a German artist with 76 auction lots recorded since 2000, median price $2,678. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Jacob Alt sold in 2026 for $5,827, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Jacob Alt on OpeningBid →What is a Jacob Alt work worth?
Across 40 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Jacob Alt work is $2,678.
The median Jacob Alt painting sells for $6,697 across 6 lots.
The median Jacob Alt work on paper sells for $1,225 across 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Paintings | 6 | $6,697‡ | $52,439 | — | 2026-10-22 |
| Works on Paper | 4 | $1,225‡ | $3,335 | — | 2026-09-30 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $52,439 | $96,151 | — | 2026-10-22 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2026 | $52,439 |
| Paintings | 2019 | $20,740 |
| Works on Paper | 2000 | $3,335 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $1,363‡ |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Jacob Alt worth?
Across 40 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Jacob Alt work is $2,678. The median Jacob Alt painting sells for $6,697 across 6 lots. The median Jacob Alt work on paper sells for $1,225 across 4 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Jacob Alt's auction record?
Jacob Alt's auction record is $96,151, set in 2017.
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