James E. Allen Auction Prices and Value Guide
James E. Allen auction prices are tracked in Appraisily's artist market index, with source-directory coverage of 162 records. Use this page to review sold-lot activity, market context, and valuation factors before requesting a formal appraisal.
James E. Allen auction prices: quick answer
James E. Allen auction prices depend on medium, size, date, condition, provenance, edition details, attribution confidence, and recent comparable auction sales.
- Artist
- James E. Allen
- Source records
- 162
- Market update
- 2026-02-06
James E. Allen market snapshot
James E. Allen shows solid auction liquidity with 71 tracked lots. Median realized sale is around $1,000. Category concentration is still broad or sparse. Last 12 months recorded 2 sales. Latest recorded sale: 2025-09-26.
Realized price distribution
- Under $1,000 (48.5% · 33 sales)
- $1,000 to $10,000 (51.5% · 35 sales)
- $10,000+ (0.0% · 0 sales)
- Median sale (last 12 months)
- $687
- Sales recorded (last 12 months)
- 2
- Median shift vs prior year
- 0.0%
- Latest recorded sale
- 2025-09-26
James E. Allen appraisal factors
James E. Allen auction prices should be read against comparable works with similar medium, size, date, condition, provenance, and attribution confidence.
Common auction categories
- Fine art and paintings
- Works on paper and prints
- Sculpture and mixed media
- Decorative art and editions
Value drivers
- Medium, size, date, and period within the artist career
- Condition, restoration history, and surface quality
- Signature, inscriptions, edition details, and attribution confidence
- Provenance, exhibition history, and catalogue references
- Recent comparable auction sales for similar works
- Subject matter, rarity, and demand in the current market
Appraisal caveats
- Public auction records are a starting point, not a final appraisal.
- Private sales, incomplete feeds, and attribution changes may not be fully represented.
- Authentication and condition can materially change value.
Recent sale records
Selected public auction records currently in the Appraisily lot index. Use them as market context, then request a formal appraisal before you sell, insure, or donate.

james e allen the plowman lithograph · R & R Auction INC · 2026-07-12 james e allen the plowman lithograph R & R Auction INC · 2026-07-12

james e allen american 1894 1964 the builders big bend and pipe and brawn three works 1932 38 · Freeman’s | Hindman · 2025-09-26 james e allen american 1894 1964 the builders big bend and pipe and brawn three works 1932 38 Freeman’s | Hindman · 2025-09-26

james e allen 1894 1964 kill creek · Swann Auction Galleries · 2025-04-15 james e allen 1894 1964 kill creek Swann Auction Galleries · 2025-04-15

james e allen 1894 1964 pencil signed lithograph · Dirk Soulis Auctions · 2024-02-24 james e allen 1894 1964 pencil signed lithograph Dirk Soulis Auctions · 2024-02-24

james e allen 1894 1964 two prints by the artist largest sheet 15 x 1 · Christie's · 2023-08-18 james e allen 1894 1964 two prints by the artist largest sheet 15 x 1 Christie's · 2023-08-18

james e allen american 1894 1964 · Butterscotch Auction Gallery LLC · 2022-12-04 james e allen american 1894 1964 Butterscotch Auction Gallery LLC · 2022-12-04
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.
Artist value FAQ
How much is James E. Allen 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 James E. Allen artwork?
Yes. Appraisily can review photos, dimensions, signatures, condition, provenance, and comparable market data to prepare a current valuation.