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Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,128 including buyer’s premium (middle half $889–$1,606, n=21). The auction record is $16,250 for The Dream Collection portfolio (2023, Swann Auction Galleries). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.","title":"Arthur Tress value: auction records & prices (updated Nov 2026)"}}