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Over the last 24 months the median price was $990 including buyer’s premium (middle half $333–$1,778, n=5). The auction record is $18,780 for Untitled (Hand Towels with Bulbs) (2014, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.","title":"Paul Lee value: auction records & prices (updated Nov 2026)"}}