Frederick Schiller Cozzens Auction Prices and Value Guide

Frederick Schiller Cozzens auction prices are tracked in Appraisily's artist market index, with source-directory coverage of 375 records. Use this page to review sold-lot activity, market context, and valuation factors before requesting a formal appraisal.

Frederick Schiller Cozzens auction prices: quick answer

Frederick Schiller Cozzens auction prices depend on medium, size, date, condition, provenance, edition details, attribution confidence, and recent comparable auction sales.

Artist
Frederick Schiller Cozzens
Source records
375
Market update
2026-02-06

Artist context

About Frederick Schiller Cozzens

Frederick Schiller Cozzens (1846–1928) was a German-American marine painter and illustrator whose work centers on sailing vessels, harbor scenes, and maritime life. Born in Germany, Cozzens settled in the United States and spent his later years on Staten Island, New York. He is recognized for his detailed depictions of ships at sea and in port, reflecting the旺盛 19th-century interest in nautical subjects and the American maritime tradition. Cozzens's marine paintings and illustrations appear regularly at auction, and his work is documented in major art-historical references including Bénézit, the Witt Checklist of Painters, and Peter Falk's Who Was Who in American Art. His paintings are held in institutional collections and are catalogued by the RKD – Netherlands Institute for Art History and the Getty Union List of Artist Names.

Oil paintingWatercolorMarine and maritime scenesShips and sailing vessels

Common works and media

Cozzens commonly produced oil paintings and watercolors of sailing ships, yachts, harbor views, and coastal maritime scenes. Works on paper, including drawings and illustrations, also appear in auction records. Collectors may encounter both original paintings and printed reproductions of his marine compositions. Attribution should be verified, as works by other period marine artists can sometimes be confused with his output.

Market and appraisal context

Cozzens's auction market is anchored in marine and American paintings categories. With over 375 recorded auction lots attributed to him, his work appears frequently at sale. Collectors should consider medium (oil on canvas versus watercolor or works on paper), dimensions, condition, the specificity of the vessel or scene depicted, and strength of attribution. Provenance history and inclusion in recognized catalogues can further influence appraisal values. Comparable lots at major and regional auction houses provide the most reliable pricing benchmarks.

Auction categories and appraisal factors

Value drivers

  1. Cozzens is best known for marine subjects, particularly paintings and illustrations of sailing vessels and maritime scenes, which form the core of his auction market.
  2. With 375 recorded auction appearances, Cozzens has a well-established secondary market presence.
  3. Medium, dimensions, condition, attribution confidence, and the specific vessel or scene depicted can all affect realized prices.

Appraisal caveats

  • The source pack does not include specific realized auction prices; Appraisily auction records should be consulted for comparable lots.
  • Some sources list an alternate birth year of 1856; the more commonly cited date is 1846-10-11.

Evidence

Sources for artist context

This source-grounded artist context passed Appraisily's promotion threshold: high confidence, strong sources.

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Data basis

This page is built from Appraisily's public auction market index. Private transactions, incomplete sale feeds, and attribution changes may not be fully represented.

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Artist value FAQ

How much is Frederick Schiller Cozzens worth?

Comparable public auction sales are the best starting point, but final value depends on the specific artwork, condition, size, medium, provenance, and attribution confidence.

Can Appraisily value my Frederick Schiller Cozzens artwork?

Yes. Appraisily can review photos, dimensions, signatures, condition, provenance, and comparable market data to prepare a current valuation.