Maija Grotell (1899–1973)
What is Maija Grotell’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 43 auction results for Maija Grotell at 8 houses since 1993. Over the last 24 months the median price was $3,072 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,294–$8,513, n=11). The auction record is $50,400 for Exceptional and Tall vase (2024, Rago Arts). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Exceptional and Tall vase, 1950 | Terracotta | $50,400 | Rago Arts | Oct 2024 |
| 2 | Vase, 1940 | Glazed earthenware | $25,600 | Rago Arts | Oct 2026 |
| 3 | Fine and Large vase, 1950 | Terracotta | $18,900 | Rago Arts | Oct 2024 |
| 4 | Vase | Glazed earthenware | $13,750 | Sotheby's | Jun 2010 |
| 5 | Large bowl, 1950 | Glazed stoneware | $9,525 | Los Angeles Modern Auctions | Feb 2026 |
| 6 | Large bowl, 1950 | Terracotta | $9,525 | Rago Arts | Feb 2026 |
| 7 | Large bowl, 1950 | Glazed stoneware | $7,500 | Wright | Feb 2026 |
| 8 | Vase, 1940 | Glazed stoneware | $5,376 | Wright | Aug 2026 |
| 9 | vase, 1945 | Terracotta | $5,000 | Wright | Mar 2020 |
| 10 | Vase, 1950 | Terracotta | $4,128 | Rago Arts | Oct 2024 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 12 | $2,560 |
| Sculpture | 31 | $2,124 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 39 | $2,032 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 43 results from 8 houses · How we compute these figures
Maija Grotell is an American artist with 60 auction lots recorded since 1993, median price $2,124.
A work by Maija Grotell sold in 2026 for $25,600, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 43 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Maija Grotell work is $2,124.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $22,250 | $50,400 | — | 2026-10-07 |
Frequently asked questions
What is a Maija Grotell worth?
Across 43 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Maija Grotell work is $2,124.
What is Maija Grotell's auction record?
Maija Grotell's auction record is $50,400, set in 2024.
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