James Cowie (1886–1956)
James Cowie is a British (modern) artist with 14 auction lots recorded since 2002, median price $1,052. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by James Cowie sold in 2023 for $2,216, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View James Cowie on OpeningBid →What is a James Cowie work worth?
Across 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Cowie work is $1,052.
The median James Cowie work on paper sells for $957 across 8 lots.
The median James Cowie painting sells for $1,005 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 | 1 | $1,005 | $1,005 | — | 2024-10-02 |
| Works on Paper | 8 | $957‡ | $4,923‡ | — | 2026-02-11 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 8 | $522–$2,498‡ | $957‡ | $4,923‡ |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2013 | $4,923‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $3,343 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $1,005 |
‡ 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 James Cowie worth?
Across 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Cowie work is $1,052. The median James Cowie work on paper sells for $957 across 8 lots. The median James Cowie painting sells for $1,005 across 1 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is James Cowie's auction record?
James Cowie's auction record is $10,637, set in 2022.
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