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Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,715 including buyer’s premium (middle half $921–$2,508, n=6). The auction record is $22,705 for 4 Tier Bookshelf (2002, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.","title":"Kevin Appel value: auction records & prices (updated Nov 2026)"}}