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Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,263 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,113–$2,776, n=9). The auction record is $48,896 for Einstein chair (Elément de décor pour l'opéra Einstein on the Beach) (2018, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.","title":"Bob Wilson value: auction records & prices (updated Nov 2026)"}}