Claude Monet: 'Iris' becomes most expensive artwork sold at auction in France
"Iris," a monumental painting by Impressionist Claude Monet, sold for 50 million euros ($56 million) in Paris on Thursday, becoming the most expensive…
France 24 reports: "Iris," a monumental painting by Impressionist Claude Monet, sold for 50 million euros ($56 million) in Paris on Thursday, becoming the most expensive artwork ever sold at auction in France.
This world story centres on France. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Claude Monet, Iris' and Impressionist Claude Monet.
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