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Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,186 including buyer’s premium (middle half $917–$2,030, n=128). The auction record is $13,750 for Six works: Kussharo Lake Tree; Incense Holders; Dusk Island Shrine; Island Shrine; Hashikui Rocks; Tree and Mountain (2005, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.","title":"Michael Kenna value: auction records & prices (updated Nov 2026)"}}