It has been revealed that unseen artwork will be put on display for the general public in London. The paintings have been valued at more than £130 million and will be put to auction next week and will be displayed at Christie’s until then.
The artworks include a Gauguin painting which hasn’t been seen for 15 years. There are paintings by Magritte and Picasso and a pastel piece by Degas.
The most valuable piece of artwork is Gauguin’s Nature Morte A L’Esperance which was painted in 1901. It has the highest estimate and is expected to be sold between £7 million and £10 million.
Another piece includes Sur L’Imperiale Traversant La Seine by Picasso which was also from 1901. This piece is expected to be sold for over £3 million.
Together they are estimated to make up a value of £130.9 million are a must see. So book yourself in at a
London Hotels and take a look at this rare artwork that has been hidden for so many years.
Published on 07/02/2011.
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