James Turrell (b. 1943)
James Turrell is an American artist with 20 auction lots recorded since 2000, median price $17,380. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by James Turrell sold in 2020 for $45,522, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View James Turrell on OpeningBid →What is a James Turrell work worth?
Across 20 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Turrell work is $17,380.
The median James Turrell print sells for $4,837 across 9 lots.
The median James Turrell work on paper sells for $9,759 across 1 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 | 9 | $4,837‡ | $41,328 | — | 2017-04-30 |
| Works on Paper | 1 | $9,759 | $9,759 | — | 2015-07-22 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $25,001–$39,515 | $31,906 | $41,328 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2007 | $41,328 |
| Prints & Editions | 2004 | $39,515 |
| Works on Paper | 2015 | $9,759 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a James Turrell worth?
Across 20 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Turrell work is $17,380. The median James Turrell print sells for $4,837 across 9 lots. The median James Turrell work on paper sells for $9,759 across 1 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is James Turrell's auction record?
James Turrell's auction record is $137,271, set in 2015.
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