James Ormsbee Chapin (1887–1975)
James Ormsbee Chapin is an American artist with 6 auction lots recorded since 1989, median price $303.
A work by James Ormsbee Chapin sold in 2025 for $1,524, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View James Ormsbee Chapin on OpeningBid →What is a James Ormsbee Chapin work worth?
Across 5 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Ormsbee Chapin work is $303.
The median James Ormsbee Chapin print sells for $89 across 3 lots.
The median James Ormsbee Chapin painting sells for $1,387 across 2 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 3 | $89 | $303 | — | 2010-07-21 |
| Paintings | 3 | $1,387 | $1,524 | 66.7% | 2025-02-04 |
James Ormsbee Chapin's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (3 lots) median $89. Paintings (3 lots) median $1,387, record $1,524. A typical James Ormsbee Chapin painting sells for around 16× the price of a typical print.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2025 | $1,524 |
| Paintings | 2008 | $1,250 |
| Prints & Editions | 1989 | $303 |
| Prints & Editions | 2010 | $89 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a James Ormsbee Chapin worth?
Across 5 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Ormsbee Chapin work is $303. The median James Ormsbee Chapin print sells for $89 across 3 lots. The median James Ormsbee Chapin painting sells for $1,387 across 2 lots.
What is James Ormsbee Chapin's auction record?
James Ormsbee Chapin's auction record is $1,524, set in 2025.
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