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Over the last 24 months the median price was $3,024 including buyer’s premium (middle half $2,704–$6,901, n=7). The auction record is $562,500 for Metal Box (2015, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.","title":"Jim Lambie value: auction records & prices (updated Nov 2026)"}}