> Source: https://www.openingbid.art/artist/james-houston-for-steuben · updated 2026-11-02

# James Houston for Steuben (1921–2005)

## What is James Houston for Steuben’s work worth? {#value}

As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 32 auction results for James Houston for Steuben at 4 houses since 2023. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,112 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,716–$3,008, n=27). The auction record is $8,820 for Ice Bear (2024, Toomey & Co.). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.

**Top auction records: paintings, drawings & sculpture**

| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ice Bear, 1970 | Silver | $8,820 | Toomey & Co. | Feb 2024 |
| 2 | Ice Hunter, 1972 | Silver | $8,190 | Toomey & Co. | Feb 2024 |
| 3 | Arctic Fisherman, 1970 | Silver | $6,550 | Toomey & Co. | Feb 2024 |
| 4 | Excalibur paperweight and letter opener, 1964 | Glass with sterling 18KT gold | $6,350 | Toomey & Co. | Jan 2026 |
| 5 | Excalibur paperweight and letter opener, 1964 | Silver | $6,350 | Wright | Jan 2026 |
| 6 | Excalibur paperweight and letter opener, 1964 | Silver | $5,080 | Wright | Jul 2025 |
| 7 | Excalibur paperweight and letter opener, 1964 | Glass | $5,080 | Toomey & Co. | Jul 2025 |
| 8 | Excalibur paperweight and letter opener, 1964 | Silver | $4,064 | Toomey & Co. | Apr 2025 |
| 9 | Ice Bear, 1970 | Silver | $3,696 | Toomey & Co. | Apr 2025 |
| 10 | Excalibur paperweight and letter opener, 1964 | Lead glass, sterling silver, 18k yellow gold | $3,200 | Wright | Apr 2025 |


**Median price by medium (last 24 months, n ≥ 5)**

| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 17 | $2,794 |
| Sculpture | 15 | $1,980 |

**Median price by size (last 24 months, n ≥ 5)**

| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 27 | $2,112 |

Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 32 results from 4 houses · [How we compute these figures](https://www.openingbid.art/methodology/price-data)


James Houston for Steuben is an artist with 18 auction lots recorded since 2023, median price $2,794.

A work by James Houston for Steuben sold in 2026 for $2,816, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

## What is a James Houston for Steuben work worth?

Across 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Houston for Steuben work is $2,794.

The median James Houston for Steuben sculpture sells for $1,071 across 1 lots.

## Price breakdown by category

| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $1,071 | $1,071 | — | 2023-10-24 |

## Notable results

| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2023 | $1,071 |

The highest recorded result in each medium. The full sale history is in the OpeningBid app (free sign-up).

## Frequently asked questions

### What is a James Houston for Steuben worth?

Across 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Houston for Steuben work is $2,794. The median James Houston for Steuben sculpture sells for $1,071 across 1 lots.

### What is James Houston for Steuben's auction record?

James Houston for Steuben's auction record is $8,820, set in 2024.

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Data last updated 2026-11-02. OpeningBid tracks 15,390,829 auction lots from 577 auction houses, refreshed nightly.

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Historical auction data, not investment advice. Prices are premium-inclusive USD where the buyer's premium is recorded. Figures marked † are hammer prices (buyer's premium not included); ‡ marks a price whose basis is not yet verified. Non-USD results are converted at the sale month's rate.