Samuel Root (1819–1889)
Samuel Root is an artist with 9 auction lots recorded since 1993, median price $828. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Samuel Root sold in 2021 for $916, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Samuel Root on OpeningBid →What is a Samuel Root work worth?
Across 8 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Samuel Root work is $828.
The median Samuel Root photograph sells for $828 across 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Photography | 9 | $828‡ | $14,000‡ | 88.9% | 2025-06-26 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Photography | 2020 | $14,000‡ |
| Photography | 1998 | $3,220 |
‡ 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 Samuel Root worth?
Across 8 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Samuel Root work is $828. The median Samuel Root photograph sells for $828 across 8 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Samuel Root's auction record?
Samuel Root's auction record is $14,000, set in 2020. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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