James Gleeson (b. 1871)
What is James Gleeson’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 445 auction results for James Gleeson at 11 houses since 2002. Over the last 24 months the median price was $3,714 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,428–$6,667, n=60). The auction record is $155,313 for TRISTAN (2010, Deutscher and Hackett). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TRISTAN, 1952 | Oil on canvas (triptych) | $155,313 | Deutscher and Hackett | Nov 2010 |
| 2 | Filigree, 1935 | Oil on canvas | $104,211 | Deutscher and Hackett | Apr 2018 |
| 3 | Spain II, 1959 - 61 | Oil on canvas and oil on composition boardtriptych | $99,662 | Deutscher and Hackett | Nov 2025 |
| 4 | FILIGREE, 1939 | Oil on canvas | $94,764 | Deutscher and Hackett | Apr 2018 |
| 5 | Spain II, 1959 - 61 | Oil on canvas and oil on composition board triptych | $91,701 | Deutscher and Hackett | Nov 2025 |
| 6 | Spain II, 1950 | Oil on canvas | $91,628 | Deutscher and Hackett | Nov 2025 |
| 7 | Invented Memories of Tomorrow, 1987 | Oil on canvas | $84,737 | Deutscher and Hackett | Jun 2026 |
| 8 | NIGHTFALL ON A TENTATIVE YESTERDAY, 1989 | Oil on canvas | $61,153 | Deutscher and Hackett | Nov 2011 |
| 9 | NIGHTFALL ON A TENTATIVE YESTERDAY, 1989 | Oil on canvas | $61,153 | Deutscher and Hackett | Nov 2011 |
| 10 | BIRTH OF APHRODITE, c.1956 | Oil on composition board | $49,316 | Deutscher and Hackett | Apr 2013 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 138 | $5,312 |
| Other | 24 | $4,004 |
| Works on paper | 24 | $2,558 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 32 | $25,667 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 28 | $4,320 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 127 | $3,569 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 445 results from 11 houses · How we compute these figures
James Gleeson is an American artist with 578 auction lots recorded since 2002, median price $3,180. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by James Gleeson sold in 2026 for $5,341, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View James Gleeson on OpeningBid →What is a James Gleeson work worth?
Across 429 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Gleeson work is $3,180.
The median James Gleeson painting sells for $3,685 across 329 lots.
The median James Gleeson work on paper sells for $1,406 across 60 lots.
The median James Gleeson print sells for $164 across 8 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) James Gleeson paintings typically sell for $1,846–$5,083 (the middle half of 253 sold lots).
Large (over 120 cm) James Gleeson paintings typically sell for $20,799–$34,665 (the middle half of 53 sold lots).
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 15 | $164† | $818† | 53.3% | 2026-04-15 |
| Paintings | 394 | $3,685†‡ | $155,313 | 83.5% | 2026-09-22 |
| Works on Paper | 83 | $1,406†‡ | $6,260† | 72.3% | 2026-08-31 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $265† | $265† | — | 2020-11-04 |
| Photography | 6 | $1,055‡ | $1,120 | 33.3% | 2016-09-13 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 21 | $49,605†‡ | $155,313 | — | 2026-06-17 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
James Gleeson's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (15 lots) median $164 with 53.3% sell-through. Paintings (394 lots) median $3,685, record $155,313. A typical James Gleeson painting sells for around 22× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 21 lots) the median is $49,605.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $113–$746† | $344† | $982 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 253 | $1,846–$5,083†‡ | $2,735†‡ | $40,769† |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 20 | $6,646–$25,578†‡ | $13,592†‡ | $155,313 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 53 | $20,799–$34,665†‡ | $24,400†‡ | $99,662 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 26 | $491–$1,591† | $1,007† | $4,585 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 33 | $1,155–$2,820†‡ | $2,045†‡ | $6,260† |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2010 | $155,313 |
| Paintings | 2010 | $152,018‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $6,260† |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $5,674 |
| Photography | 2016 | $1,120 |
| Photography | 2016 | $990‡ |
| Prints & Editions | 2010 | $982 |
| Prints & Editions | 2008 | $804† |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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 Gleeson worth?
Across 429 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Gleeson work is $3,180. The median James Gleeson painting sells for $3,685 across 329 lots. The median James Gleeson work on paper sells for $1,406 across 60 lots. The median James Gleeson print sells for $164 across 8 lots. Small (under 50 cm) James Gleeson paintings typically sell for $1,846–$5,083 (the middle half of 253 sold lots). Large (over 120 cm) James Gleeson paintings typically sell for $20,799–$34,665 (the middle half of 53 sold lots). Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a James Gleeson painting?
Based on 329 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a James Gleeson painting is $3,685. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is James Gleeson's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a James Gleeson painting is $155,313.
What is the average price of a James Gleeson work on paper?
Based on 60 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a James Gleeson work on paper is $1,406. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is James Gleeson's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a James Gleeson work on paper is $6,260. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $6,260 (buyer's premium not included).
What is the average price of a James Gleeson print?
Based on 8 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a James Gleeson print is $164. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is James Gleeson's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a James Gleeson print is $818. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $818 (buyer's premium not included).
What is the average price of a small James Gleeson painting?
Based on 253 sold lots, the median auction price of a small James Gleeson painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $2,735, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a large James Gleeson painting?
Based on 53 sold lots, the median auction price of a large James Gleeson painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $24,400, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is James Gleeson's auction record?
James Gleeson's auction record is $155,313, set in 2010.
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