James Strombotne (b. 1934)
James Strombotne is an American artist with 16 auction lots recorded since 2014, median price $1,500.
A work by James Strombotne sold in 2024 for $1,524, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View James Strombotne on OpeningBid →What is a James Strombotne work worth?
Across 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Strombotne work is $1,500.
The median James Strombotne painting sells for $1,512 across 8 lots.
The median James Strombotne print sells for $289 across 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2 | $289 | $528 | — | 2026-04-18 |
| Paintings | 9 | $1,512 | $4,375 | 88.9% | 2024-10-15 |
| Works on Paper | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
James Strombotne's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (2 lots) median $289. Paintings (9 lots) median $1,512, record $4,375. A typical James Strombotne painting sells for around 5.2× the price of a typical print.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 6 | $1,500–$2,771 | $1,512 | $4,375 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2016 | $4,375 |
| Paintings | 2023 | $3,187 |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $528 |
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $50 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a James Strombotne worth?
Across 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Strombotne work is $1,500. The median James Strombotne painting sells for $1,512 across 8 lots. The median James Strombotne print sells for $289 across 2 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is James Strombotne's auction record?
James Strombotne's auction record is $4,375, set in 2016.
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