Mary Ogden Abbott (1894–1981)
What is Mary Ogden Abbott’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 18 auction results for Mary Ogden Abbott at 4 houses since 1995. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,950 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,905–$2,500, n=5). The auction record is $52,500 for Untitled (2022, Swann Auction Galleries). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Untitled, 2010 | Oil on canvas | $52,500 | Swann Auction Galleries | May 2022 |
| 2 | Untitled, circa 1950 | Oil and pastel on paper | $9,854 | Tajan | Mar 2013 |
| 3 | Untitled, 1950s | Oil on canvas | $9,100 | Swann Auction Galleries | Jun 2023 |
| 4 | Untitled, 1955 | Collage with ink and gouache | $7,500 | Swann Auction Galleries | Jun 2023 |
| 5 | Untitled, 1960 | Oil and watercolor on Strathmore paper (double-sided) | $7,366 | Swann Auction Galleries | Nov 2025 |
| 6 | Untitled, 1950s | Oil on canvas | $5,400 | Swann Auction Galleries | May 2022 |
| 7 | Spring, 1960 | Color pastels on white laid paper | $5,250 | Swann Auction Galleries | Jun 2023 |
| 8 | , Mary Ogden Abbott (1894-1981) Wall Sculpture, Relief-carved stained and burnished giltwood panel, Shaped low-relief carved wood panel | Relief-carved stained and burnished giltwood panel, Shaped low-relief carved wood panel | $5,036 | Skinner (Bonhams Skinner) | Dec 2010 |
| 9 | Mary Ogden Abbott (1894-1981) Wall Sculpture | Relief-carved stained and burnished giltwood panel | $5,036 | Skinner (Bonhams Skinner) | Dec 2010 |
| 10 | Untitled (Landscape) | Oil stick on white wove paper | $4,500 | Swann Auction Galleries | May 2022 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 6 | $7,250 |
| Works on paper | 10 | $2,313 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 6 | $5,143 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 10 | $2,313 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 18 results from 4 houses · How we compute these figures
Mary Ogden Abbott is an American artist with 20 auction lots recorded since 1995, median price $4,768.
A work by Mary Ogden Abbott sold in 2025 for $7,366, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Mary Ogden Abbott on OpeningBid →What is a Mary Ogden Abbott work worth?
Across 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Mary Ogden Abbott work is $4,768.
The median Mary Ogden Abbott work on paper sells for $2,312 across 10 lots.
The median Mary Ogden Abbott painting sells for $9,477 across 4 lots.
The median Mary Ogden Abbott sculpture sells for $5,036 across 3 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 4 | $9,477 | $52,500 | — | 2023-06-08 |
| Works on Paper | 11 | $2,312 | $7,500 | 90.9% | 2025-11-13 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 3 | $5,036 | $5,036 | — | 2021-06-09 |
Price by size
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $1,425–$2,406 | $2,038 | $4,500 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2022 | $52,500 |
| Paintings | 2013 | $9,854 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $7,500 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $7,366 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2010 | $5,036 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2010 | $5,036 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Mary Ogden Abbott worth?
Across 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Mary Ogden Abbott work is $4,768. The median Mary Ogden Abbott work on paper sells for $2,312 across 10 lots. The median Mary Ogden Abbott painting sells for $9,477 across 4 lots. The median Mary Ogden Abbott sculpture sells for $5,036 across 3 lots.
What is the average price of a Mary Ogden Abbott work on paper?
Based on 10 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Mary Ogden Abbott work on paper is $2,312.
What is Mary Ogden Abbott's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Mary Ogden Abbott work on paper is $7,500.
What is Mary Ogden Abbott's auction record?
Mary Ogden Abbott's auction record is $52,500, set in 2022.
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