According to Bloomberg, the famous American lover of art masterpieces Larry Gagosian became the owner. Why is he really lucky – we tell
Portrait of Marilyn Monroe sold for $195 million at Christie’s in New York / Photo: BBC
At Christie’s auction in New York Marilyn Monroe portrait sold for $195 million, drawn by Andy Warhol. After the acquisition, the picture became even more popular due to the record price. It is reported by the BBC.
Andy Warhol’s 1964 painting Shot Sage Blue Marilyn fetched a record $195 million. Portrait of Marilyn Monroe called the most expensive work of art of the twentieth century and the most expensive in history American art in general.
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Auction house Christie’s told the audience ahead of the auction that the Shot Sage Blue Marilyn portrait is one of the rarest and most outstanding works of art that exists today. Also voiced estimated cost is $200 million.
The painting was sold for $170 million but the final price was $195 million including taxes and fees. According to Bloomberg, the masterpiece was bought by American art-lover Larry Gagosianwhich owns a network of art galleries around the world.
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Source: Segodnya
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