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Basquiat’s Stretcher-Bar Painting Expected to Fetch $30m in New York Spring Auctions

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Next month, a significant artwork by Jean-Michel Basquiat, titled “The Italian Version of Popeye has no Pork in his Diet,” will be up for auction at Christie’s in New York. Executed in 1982 during the artist’s peak year, the painting features Basquiat’s iconic imagery, including a crown, a wide-eyed face, and cascades of text, on […]

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Yayoi Kusama Emerges as Top-Selling Contemporary Artist of 2023

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Introduction Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama made headlines in 2023 as she surpassed David Hockney to become the top-selling contemporary artist of the year. With her kaleidoscopic paintings and installations captivating audiences worldwide, Kusama’s auction sales reached an impressive $80.9 million, according to the latest Hiscox Artist Top 100 report. Rise to the Top Despite being

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Christie’s ‘Goodbye Peachtree Road’ Auction: Elton John’s Collection Shines, Surpasses Expectations

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Since its opening on February 9th, Christie’s ‘Goodbye Peachtree Road’ auction has captured the attention of collectors and enthusiasts alike with a variety of gems from music great Elton John’s collection. Online bidding is open through February 28th, and this is a unique chance to own a piece of Elton John’s legendary heritage. Auction Origins

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Bacon and Monet Landscapes Steal the Show at Christie’s London Auction

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Christie’s upcoming 20th and 21st-century art sales in London are set to feature two captivating landscapes, each holding a unique historical significance and artistic allure. Leading the auction lineup are a vibrant Francis Bacon piece and a nostalgic Monet masterpiece, both making their highly anticipated return to the auction block after years of absence. Francis

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Espionage, Art, and Intrigue: Mr. & Mrs. Smith Takes on Warhol’s Silver Car Crash

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In 2013, Andy Warhol‘s iconic painting “Silver Car Crash (Double Disaster)” made headlines when it sold at Sotheby’s for a staggering $104.5 million, marking a pinnacle in the Pop artist’s auction history. However, in an alternate reality portrayed in the new Amazon television series, “Mr. & Mrs. Smith,” the painting fetches an even higher price

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Iconic Painting by The Beatles Fetches $1.7 Million at Christie’s Auction

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In a surprising turn of events, a painting created and signed by all four members of The Beatles recently took the spotlight at Christie’s auction house, shining a new light on the band’s artistic talents. Titled “Images of a Woman (1966),” this collaborative piece fetched an impressive $1.7 million, nearly tripling its high estimate of

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Did Van Gogh’s ‘Woman Sewing’ Borrow More Than Threads? Estimated at up to £3m

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Within the world of Van Gogh’s creative oeuvre, an upcoming masterwork is in the spotlight: “Woman Sewing,” an enthralling watercolour and gouache painting that will be the focus of Christie’s London auction on March 7. Written by Martin Bailey for his weekly blog, “Adventures with Van Gogh,” the piece explores the complexities of this work

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Banksy’s Iconic Shredded Painting Undergoes Second Renaming and Date Change

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Banksy’s renowned artwork, “Girl with Balloon,” which famously self-destructed during a live auction at Sotheby’s in 2018, has undergone a second renaming and received a new date. The piece, now titled “Girl Without Balloon,” has once again raised questions about the artist’s intentions and the evolving narrative surrounding this unconventional masterpiece. The Shredding Spectacle In

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AstaGuru’s “International Iconic” Auction Showcases Masterpieces by Global Modernists

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In a bold departure from the norm, AstaGuru, a prominent auction house known for its emphasis on Indian art, is set to host a groundbreaking event titled “International Iconic” on November 23-24. This auction will feature an impressive collection of works by renowned international modernists, challenging the perceived partiality of the Indian art market. The

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Cimabue’s ‘Christ Mocked’ Finds Home at Louvre After Auction Drama

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Introduction A remarkable turn of events has seen the Louvre triumph in acquiring Cimabue’s painting, “Christ Mocked,” three years after losing it to a rival bidder. The artwork, discovered above a kitchen stove in France, had initially been underestimated and set aside for disposal by its elderly owner. Now valued at €24 million ($26 million),

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