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Over the last 24 months the median price was $950 including buyer’s premium (middle half $750–$1,683, n=19). The auction record is $3,500 for Painted Black & White Self Portrait Series (2026, Cottone Auctions). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.","title":"Ellen Carey value: auction records & prices (updated Nov 2026)"}}