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Gustav Klimt Painting Sells for $236.4M as Most Expensive Modern Art

E! Online•Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 9:53:33 PM
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Gustav Klimt Painting Sells for $236.4M as Most Expensive Modern Art
  • Gustav Klimt's 'Bildnis Elisabeth Lederer' was auctioned for $236.4 million, setting a record as the most expensive modern artwork sold. This significant sale occurred in New York, reflecting the artist's enduring legacy and the high demand for his works.
  • The record-breaking sale underscores the rising interest in Klimt's art, which has become a focal point for collectors and investors alike, indicating a robust market for high-value pieces.
  • This event is part of a broader trend in the art world, where auction prices for significant artworks continue to soar, reflecting a shift in collector priorities and the increasing valuation of cultural assets.
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A full-length portrait by Austrian painter Gustav Klimt was sold for $236.4 million at an auction in New York, making it the second most expensive artwork ever sold. The sale reflects a growing demand for high-value art pieces, particularly those of museum quality. Sotheby’s, the auction house responsible for the sale, is set to present a significant work by Frida Kahlo later this week, indicating a robust interest in iconic artists and their works.
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