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Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,112 including buyer’s premium (middle half $928–$5,480, n=11). The auction record is $18,900 for 'Sled' Lounge Chairs (2010, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.","title":"Ward Bennett value: auction records & prices (updated Nov 2026)"}}