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Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,200 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,290–$3,400, n=23). The auction record is $60,000 for Yujo (Courtesan) (2021, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.","title":"Ito Shinsui value: auction records & prices (updated Nov 2026)"}}