James McKenna (1933–2000)
James McKenna is an Irish artist with 21 auction lots recorded since 2004, median price $3,532. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by James McKenna sold in 2024 for a hammer price of $3,532 (buyer's premium not included), according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View James McKenna on OpeningBid →What is a James McKenna work worth?
Across 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James McKenna work is $3,532.
The median James McKenna sculpture sells for $2,104 across 10 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 | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Sculpture & Installation | 16 | $2,104 | $16,621 | 62.5% | 2025-05-28 |
Price by size
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $1,748–$3,439 | $2,054 | $7,503 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2009 | $16,621 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2010 | $7,503 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a James McKenna worth?
Across 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James McKenna work is $3,532. The median James McKenna sculpture sells for $2,104 across 10 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a James McKenna sculpture?
Based on 10 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a James McKenna sculpture is $2,104.
What is James McKenna's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a James McKenna sculpture is $16,621.
What is James McKenna's auction record?
James McKenna's auction record is $16,621, set in 2009.
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