William Louis Otte (1871–1957)
William Louis Otte is an American artist with 33 auction lots recorded since 1994, median price $3,900.
A work by William Louis Otte sold in 2025 for $6,985, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View William Louis Otte on OpeningBid →What is a William Louis Otte work worth?
Across 19 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Louis Otte work is $3,900.
The median William Louis Otte painting sells for $4,500 across 11 lots.
The median William Louis Otte work on paper sells for $3,235 across 6 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Paintings | 18 | $4,500 | $14,400 | 61.1% | 2025-11-18 |
| Works on Paper | 10 | $3,235 | $9,375 | 60% | 2022-05-10 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $9,375 | $14,400 | — | 2017-11-21 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $3,019–$4,350 | $3,675 | $6,985 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $6,600–$9,375 | $6,600 | $14,400 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2014 | $14,400 |
| Paintings | 2017 | $9,375 |
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $9,375 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $5,000 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a William Louis Otte worth?
Across 19 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a William Louis Otte work is $3,900. The median William Louis Otte painting sells for $4,500 across 11 lots. The median William Louis Otte work on paper sells for $3,235 across 6 lots.
What is the average price of a William Louis Otte painting?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a William Louis Otte painting is $4,500.
What is William Louis Otte's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a William Louis Otte painting is $14,400.
What is William Louis Otte's auction record?
William Louis Otte's auction record is $14,400, set in 2014.
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