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# Truman Capote

Truman Capote is an artist with 29 auction lots recorded since 1995, median price $437. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.

A work by Truman Capote is recorded as sold in 2026 for $575; whether the price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

## What is a Truman Capote work worth?

Across 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Truman Capote work is $437.

Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).

## Price breakdown by category

| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $1,560 | $25,141 | — | 2019-05-14 |

## Frequently asked questions

### What is a Truman Capote worth?

Across 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Truman Capote work is $437. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).

### What is Truman Capote's auction record?

Truman Capote's auction record is $25,141, set in 2017.

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Data last updated 2026-11-01. OpeningBid tracks 15,222,099 auction lots from 571 auction houses, refreshed nightly.

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Historical auction data, not investment advice. Prices are premium-inclusive USD where the buyer's premium is recorded. Figures marked † are hammer prices (buyer's premium not included); ‡ marks a price whose basis is not yet verified. Non-USD results are converted at the sale month's rate.