Olin Dows (1904–1981)
Olin Dows is an American artist with 6 auction lots recorded since 2010, median price $794. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Olin Dows sold in 2025 for $7,260, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Olin Dows on OpeningBid →What is a Olin Dows work worth?
Across 6 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Olin Dows work is $794.
The median Olin Dows painting sells for $400 across 5 lots.
The median Olin Dows work on paper sells for $1,187 across 1 lots.
Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 5 | $400† | $7,260 | — | 2025-10-02 |
| Works on Paper | 1 | $1,187 | $1,187 | — | 2014-06-12 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2025 | $7,260 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $6,250 |
| Works on Paper | 2014 | $1,187 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Olin Dows worth?
Across 6 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Olin Dows work is $794. The median Olin Dows painting sells for $400 across 5 lots. The median Olin Dows work on paper sells for $1,187 across 1 lots. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Olin Dows's auction record?
Olin Dows's auction record is $7,260, set in 2025.
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