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Over the last 24 months the median price was $7,900 including buyer’s premium (middle half $4,064–$10,868, n=6). The auction record is $30,240 for Judas Kissing Jesus (2023, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.","title":"Elijah Pierce value: auction records & prices (updated Nov 2026)"}}