John Thomas James (1785–1851)
John Thomas James is an American artist with 5 auction lots recorded since 2016, median price $4,375. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by John Thomas James sold in 2025 for $7,500, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View John Thomas James on OpeningBid →What is a John Thomas James work worth?
Across 5 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a John Thomas James work is $4,375.
The median John Thomas James print sells for $4,312 across 6 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 | 6 | $4,312‡ | $7,500 | — | 2025-11-20 |
‡ 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 | $450–$4,800‡ | $4,375‡ | $7,500 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $7,500 |
| Prints & Editions | 2016 | $4,800‡ |
‡ 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 John Thomas James worth?
Across 5 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a John Thomas James work is $4,375. The median John Thomas James print sells for $4,312 across 6 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is John Thomas James's auction record?
John Thomas James's auction record is $7,500, set in 2025.
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