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Johnson at 10 houses since 2000. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,112 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,397–$6,375, n=5). The auction record is $18,750 for Cityscape #1 (2013, Bonhams). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.","title":"Lester F. Johnson value: auction records & prices (updated Nov 2026)"}}