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# JAMES WILLIAM SHORTT (1926–1989)

JAMES WILLIAM SHORTT is a Canadian artist with 5 auction lots recorded since 2023, median price $74.

A work by JAMES WILLIAM SHORTT sold in 2024 for $74, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

## What is a JAMES WILLIAM SHORTT work worth?

Across 5 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a JAMES WILLIAM SHORTT work is $74.

The median JAMES WILLIAM SHORTT painting sells for $74 across 5 lots.

## Price breakdown by category

| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 5 | $74 | $188 | — | 2024-10-03 |

## Notable results

| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2024 | $188 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $74 |

The highest recorded result in each medium. The full sale history is in the OpeningBid app (free sign-up).

## Frequently asked questions

### What is a JAMES WILLIAM SHORTT worth?

Across 5 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a JAMES WILLIAM SHORTT work is $74. The median JAMES WILLIAM SHORTT painting sells for $74 across 5 lots.

### What is JAMES WILLIAM SHORTT's auction record?

JAMES WILLIAM SHORTT's auction record is $188, set in 2024.

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Data last updated 2026-11-01. OpeningBid tracks 15,222,099 auction lots from 571 auction houses, refreshed nightly.

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Historical auction data, not investment advice. Prices are premium-inclusive USD where the buyer's premium is recorded. Figures marked † are hammer prices (buyer's premium not included); ‡ marks a price whose basis is not yet verified. Non-USD results are converted at the sale month's rate.