Jacob Riis (1849–1914)
Jacob Riis is an artist with 27 auction lots recorded since 1993, median price $900.
A work by Jacob Riis sold in 2026 for $1,143, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Jacob Riis on OpeningBid →What is a Jacob Riis work worth?
Across 20 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Jacob Riis work is $900.
The median Jacob Riis photograph sells for $900 across 18 lots.
The median Jacob Riis print sells for $1,143 across 1 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 1 | $1,143 | $1,143 | — | 2026-09-24 |
| Photography | 20 | $900 | $3,000 | 90% | 2025-10-16 |
Price by size
Photography
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 9 | $770–$1,062 | $1,000 | $1,397 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Photography | 2014 | $3,000 |
| Photography | 2018 | $2,750 |
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $1,143 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Jacob Riis worth?
Across 20 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Jacob Riis work is $900. The median Jacob Riis photograph sells for $900 across 18 lots. The median Jacob Riis print sells for $1,143 across 1 lots.
What is the average price of a Jacob Riis photograph?
Based on 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Jacob Riis photograph is $900.
What is Jacob Riis's most expensive photograph?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Jacob Riis photograph is $3,000.
What is Jacob Riis's auction record?
Jacob Riis's auction record is $3,000, set in 2014.
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