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# Robert J. Flaherty (1884–1951)

Robert J. Flaherty is an American artist with 8 auction lots recorded since 1991, median price $1,109.

A work by Robert J. Flaherty sold in 2018 for $1,298, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

## What is a Robert J. Flaherty work worth?

Across 4 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert J. Flaherty work is $1,109.

The median Robert J. Flaherty photograph sells for $1,109 across 4 lots.

## Price breakdown by category

| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Photography | 5 | $1,109 | $8,295 | 80% | 2018-06-21 |

## Notable results

| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Photography | 2011 | $8,295 |
| Photography | 2018 | $1,298 |

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 Robert J. Flaherty worth?

Across 4 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Robert J. Flaherty work is $1,109. The median Robert J. Flaherty photograph sells for $1,109 across 4 lots.

### What is Robert J. Flaherty's auction record?

Robert J. Flaherty's auction record is $8,295, set in 2011.

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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.