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Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,218 including buyer’s premium (middle half $975–$5,171, n=8). The auction record is $11,079 for Rubbing Colours (2016, Phillips). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.","title":"Polly Apfelbaum value: auction records & prices (updated Nov 2026)"}}