James Lechay Auction Prices and Value Guide
James Lechay auction prices are tracked in Appraisily's artist market index, with source-directory coverage of 152 records. Use this page to review sold-lot activity, market context, and valuation factors before requesting a formal appraisal.
James Lechay auction prices: quick answer
James Lechay auction prices depend on medium, size, date, condition, provenance, edition details, attribution confidence, and recent comparable auction sales.
- Artist
- James Lechay
- Source records
- 152
- Market update
- 2026-02-06
James Lechay market snapshot
James Lechay shows solid auction liquidity with 131 tracked lots. Median realized sale is around $750. Category concentration is still broad or sparse. Last 12 months recorded 4 sales. Latest recorded sale: 2026-01-11.
Realized price distribution
- Under $1,000 (65.5% · 78 sales)
- $1,000 to $10,000 (32.8% · 39 sales)
- $10,000+ (1.7% · 2 sales)
- Median sale (last 12 months)
- $350
- Sales recorded (last 12 months)
- 4
- Median shift vs prior year
- 0.0%
- Latest recorded sale
- 2026-01-11
James Lechay appraisal factors
James Lechay 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 lechay american 1907 2001 · Selkirk Auctioneers & Appraisers · 2026-06-27 james lechay american 1907 2001 Selkirk Auctioneers & Appraisers · 2026-06-27
james lechay 1904 2001 head iowa city oil on canvas mounted on panel 14 x 10 1 2 14 1 2 x 11 framed · Bakker Auctions · 2026-06-06 james lechay 1904 2001 head iowa city oil on canvas mounted on panel 14 x 10 1 2 14 1 2 x 11 framed Bakker Auctions · 2026-06-06
james lechay massachusetts iowa 1907 2001 green and gray 1 undated casein on paper 14 x 11 framed 21 x 17 · Eldred's · 2026-05-16 james lechay massachusetts iowa 1907 2001 green and gray 1 undated casein on paper 14 x 11 framed 21 x 17 Eldred's · 2026-05-16
james lechay 1907 2001 head 2 ink 13 x 10 sheet 17 x 21 framed · Bakker Auctions · 2026-04-11 james lechay 1907 2001 head 2 ink 13 x 10 sheet 17 x 21 framed Bakker Auctions · 2026-04-11
james lechay american 1907 2001 2 works · Clarke Auction Gallery · 2026-01-11 james lechay american 1907 2001 2 works Clarke Auction Gallery · 2026-01-11
james lechay standing figure mixed media · Auctions at Showplace · 2025-04-17 james lechay standing figure mixed media Auctions at Showplace · 2025-04-17
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 Lechay 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 Lechay artwork?
Yes. Appraisily can review photos, dimensions, signatures, condition, provenance, and comparable market data to prepare a current valuation.