James Cook (1728–1779)
James Cook is a British (modern) artist with 18 auction lots recorded since 2004, median price $1,285. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by James Cook sold in 2019 for $3,213, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View James Cook on OpeningBid →What is a James Cook work worth?
Across 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Cook work is $1,285.
The median James Cook work on paper sells for $1,054 across 4 lots.
The median James Cook photograph sells for $781 across 3 lots.
The median James Cook sculpture sells for $3,220 across 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 5 | $1,054† | $25,000 | 80% | 2022-04-11 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2 | $3,220 | $6,354 | — | 2014-06-18 |
| Photography | 4 | $781 | $4,886 | 75% | 2011-11-29 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $25,000 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2014 | $6,354 |
| Photography | 2011 | $4,886 |
| Works on Paper | 2019 | $1,928 |
| Photography | 2011 | $781 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2013 | $87 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a James Cook worth?
Across 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Cook work is $1,285. The median James Cook work on paper sells for $1,054 across 4 lots. The median James Cook photograph sells for $781 across 3 lots. The median James Cook sculpture sells for $3,220 across 2 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is James Cook's auction record?
James Cook's auction record is $38,103, set in 2019.
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