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Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,403 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,395–$5,452, n=5). The auction record is $9,421 for Little dancer in leotard (2014, Bonhams). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.","title":"James Butler value: auction records & prices (updated Nov 2026)"}}