The 10 Most Expensive Works Of Art Ever Sold



Bangalore: A painting, which looks normal, can sometimes be sold for millions and not all are exhibited in the famous museums of the world. It is mostly sold out to some people, who keep it as a part of their expensive and extraordinary hobby.

Have a look at the list of most expensive paintings by old masters, impressionist, modern and contemporary artists, who’s estimated price is based on the facts and the sale history.

#10 Portrait of Joseph Roulin

Price: $110+ million

The Artist: Vincent van Gogh

Buyer/ Seller: Sold by a private collector in Zurich to the Museum of modern Art New York

Abstract of the painting: It is a painting of the Dutch Post-Impressionist movement measuring about 25*22 inch made of oil on canvas. The artist painted the entire Roulin family outside Arles, France near the mental asylum.

 

#9 Nude, Green Leaves And Bust

Price: $118.2 million

The Artist: Pablo Picasso

Buyer/ seller: Sold by Frances Lasker Brody

Abstract of the painting: It is 1932 painting of the cubist movement featuring Picasso’s mistress Marie-Thérèse Walter. It measures about 64*51 inch made of oil on canvas. The vibrant blue and lilac canvas is more than five feet tall. Picaso was a communist from 1944 until his death in 1973

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