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Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,270 including buyer’s premium (middle half $915–$4,570, n=7). The auction record is $59,500 for Grand Canyon (2019, Coeur d'Alene Art Auction). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.","title":"Gardner George Symons value: auction records & prices (updated Nov 2026)"}}