James Rielly (b. 1956)
What is James Rielly’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 19 auction results for James Rielly at 8 houses since 1998. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,510 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,510–$1,988, n=5). The auction record is $30,726 for Random Acts of Kindness (2002, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Random Acts of Kindness, 1996 | Oil paint | $30,726 | Christie's | Feb 2002 |
| 2 | Sensible Ways, 1996-97 | Oil paint | $29,938 | Christie's | Jun 2001 |
| 3 | Sensible Ways, 1996 | Oil on canvas, in sixty parts | $20,361 | Christie's | Sep 2014 |
| 4 | Casual, 1998 | Oil paint | $14,166 | Christie's | Apr 2007 |
| 5 | Time Stands Still, 1996 | Oil paint | $8,009 | Christie's | Oct 2001 |
| 6 | Hole Through Which Everything Will Pass, 2004 | Painting | $7,800 | Wright | May 2008 |
| 7 | Open Mind, 1999 | Oil paint | $6,971 | Christie's | Jun 2002 |
| 8 | Nude with Knife, 1996 | Oil paint | $6,420 | Christie's | Jun 2002 |
| 9 | Dark thoughts, 2003 | Oil paint | $4,621 | Artcurial | Dec 2025 |
| 10 | Untitled | Gouache sur papier | $3,940 | Sotheby's | May 2008 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 15 | $4,621 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 9 | $6,971 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 5 | $3,478 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 19 results from 8 houses · How we compute these figures
James Rielly is a British (modern) artist with 26 auction lots recorded since 1998, median price $4,281. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by James Rielly sold in 2025 for $4,621, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 19 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Rielly work is $4,281.
The median James Rielly painting sells for $4,621 across 18 lots.
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 24 | $4,621‡ | $30,726 | 75% | 2026-01-23 |
| Works on Paper | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $1,510–$5,684‡ | $2,494‡ | $7,800 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 9 | $1,749–$14,166 | $6,971 | $29,938 |
‡ 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 | 2002 | $30,726 |
| Paintings | 2001 | $29,938 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a James Rielly worth?
Across 19 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Rielly work is $4,281. The median James Rielly painting sells for $4,621 across 18 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a James Rielly painting?
Based on 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a James Rielly painting is $4,621. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is James Rielly's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a James Rielly painting is $30,726.
What is James Rielly's auction record?
James Rielly's auction record is $30,726, set in 2002.
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