James Weeks (1922–1998)
What is James Weeks’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 37 auction results for James Weeks at 6 houses since 2006. Over the last 24 months the median price was $6,705 including buyer’s premium (middle half $863–$10,351, n=10). The auction record is $75,600 for Boating in the Park (2025, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boating in the Park, 1983 | Acrylic on canvas | $75,600 | Christie's | Feb 2025 |
| 2 | Large Park Landscape, 1966 | Acrylic | $47,500 | Bonhams | Oct 2014 |
| 3 | Bay Excursion #2, 1984 | Acrylic paint | $43,750 | Christie's | Nov 2019 |
| 4 | Berkshire Landscape, Boat Landing, 1972 | Acrylic on canvas | $31,250 | Christie's | Nov 2016 |
| 5 | Still Life with Bottle, 1953 | Painting | $30,000 | Bonhams | Oct 2017 |
| 6 | Pacific Ocean #3, 1962 | Oil on canvas | $22,500 | Christie's | Nov 2016 |
| 7 | Pacific Ocean, Rocks and Surf, 1962 | Painting | $12,750 | Bonhams | Jun 2025 |
| 8 | Portrait of a Musician, 1950, 1922 | Oil on board | $12,000 | Bonhams | May 2018 |
| 9 | Pacific Ocean with Stormy Sky, 1961 | Painting | $10,838 | Bonhams | Jun 2025 |
| 10 | Portrait (Yellow Shirt with Vest), 1949 | Portrait | $10,625 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Feb 2014 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 24 | $8,540 |
| Works on paper | 7 | $1,500 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 10 | $19,688 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 15 | $3,556 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 37 results from 6 houses · How we compute these figures
James Weeks is an American artist with 55 auction lots recorded since 2005, median price $7,825.
A work by James Weeks sold in 2025 for $12,750, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View James Weeks on OpeningBid →What is a James Weeks work worth?
Across 37 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Weeks work is $7,825.
The median James Weeks painting sells for $9,132 across 23 lots.
The median James Weeks work on paper sells for $962 across 6 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 30 | $9,132 | $75,600 | 76.7% | 2026-06-10 |
| Works on Paper | 12 | $962 | $3,250 | 50% | 2025-06-20 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 8 | $3,480–$8,709 | $5,005 | $22,500 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 10 | $8,365–$40,625 | $19,688 | $75,600 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2025 | $75,600 |
| Paintings | 2014 | $47,500 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $3,250 |
| Works on Paper | 2015 | $1,750 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a James Weeks worth?
Across 37 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a James Weeks work is $7,825. The median James Weeks painting sells for $9,132 across 23 lots. The median James Weeks work on paper sells for $962 across 6 lots.
What is the average price of a James Weeks painting?
Based on 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a James Weeks painting is $9,132.
What is James Weeks's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a James Weeks painting is $75,600.
What is the average price of a James Weeks work on paper?
Based on 6 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a James Weeks work on paper is $962.
What is James Weeks's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a James Weeks work on paper is $3,250.
What is the average price of a large James Weeks painting?
Based on 10 sold lots, the median auction price of a large James Weeks painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $19,688, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is James Weeks's auction record?
James Weeks's auction record is $75,600, set in 2025.
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