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# James M. Preston (1873–1962)

James M. Preston is an American artist with 5 auction lots recorded since 1988, median price $380.

A work by James M. Preston sold in 2013 for $525, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

## What is a James M. Preston work worth?

Across 4 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James M. Preston work is $380.

The median James M. Preston work on paper sells for $235 across 3 lots.

The median James M. Preston painting sells for $525 across 1 lots.

## Price breakdown by category

| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 1 | $525 | $525 | — | 2013-06-30 |
| Works on Paper | 4 | $235 | $605 | 75% | 2006-05-19 |

## Notable results

| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 1988 | $605 |
| Paintings | 2013 | $525 |
| Works on Paper | 2001 | $235 |

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 M. Preston worth?

Across 4 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James M. Preston work is $380. The median James M. Preston work on paper sells for $235 across 3 lots. The median James M. Preston painting sells for $525 across 1 lots.

### What is James M. Preston's auction record?

James M. Preston's auction record is $605, set in 1988.

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Data last updated 2026-11-01. OpeningBid tracks 15,222,099 auction lots from 571 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.