Tag: Christie's
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Kanye West sneakers sell for record $1.8 million
A pair of Nikes that rapper Kanye West wore while performing at the Grammy Awards sold for $1.8 million, the highest amount ever for sneakers. The previous record was $615,000 for sneakers worn by basketball star Michael Jordan. The Associated Press has the story: Nike Air Yeezy 1 sneakers worn by Kanye West smash record…
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Chinese painting should fetch $45 million despite pandemic
The “Slave and Lion” painting by Chinese modern artist Xu Beihong is going up for sale at an auction on May 24 in Hong Kong. It is expected to be sold for $45 million to $58 million despite the economic uncertainty caused by the pandemic. The Associated Press has the story: ‘Slave and Lion’ modern…