James Valentine (1815–1879)
James Valentine is a British artist with 20 auction lots recorded since 1993, median price $531. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by James Valentine is recorded as sold in 2026 for $582; whether the price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View James Valentine on OpeningBid →What is a James Valentine work worth?
Across 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Valentine work is $531.
The median James Valentine photograph sells for $531 across 12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Photography | 16 | $531‡ | $8,625 | 75% | 2026-05-06 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Photography
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 8 | $294–$1,408‡ | $531‡ | $8,625 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Photography | 1999 | $8,625 |
| Photography | 2024 | $3,117‡ |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a James Valentine worth?
Across 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Valentine work is $531. The median James Valentine photograph sells for $531 across 12 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a James Valentine photograph?
Based on 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a James Valentine photograph is $531. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is James Valentine's most expensive photograph?
The highest price recorded at auction for a James Valentine photograph is $8,625.
What is James Valentine's auction record?
James Valentine's auction record is $8,625, set in 1999.
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