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Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,530 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,104–$1,721, n=7). The auction record is $31,250 for Ranchos Church (2020, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.","title":"Laura Gilpin value: auction records & prices (updated Nov 2026)"}}