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In 2006, which abstract expressionist painting sold for $140 million, making it one of the most expensive artworks ever auctioned at that time?
Answer
No. 5, 1948 by Jackson Pollock
Jackson Pollock's 'No. 5, 1948' sold privately in 2006 for a reported $140 million, placing it among the highest prices ever paid for a painting at that time. The sale was handled by David Geffen and drew widespread attention to the extreme valuations of Abstract Expressionist works.
💡 Did you know?
Pollock's 'No. 5' sold for $140 million in 2006—but art experts still debate whether it's actually his authentic work.
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