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Over the last 24 months the median price was $898 including buyer’s premium (middle half $443–$1,303, n=16). The auction record is $12,023 for The Old Schooner (Mary-Ann) (2009, Menzies Art Brands). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.","title":"Robert Johnson value: auction records & prices (updated Nov 2026)"}}