The New York Post reports a work by pop artist Roy Lichtenstein missing for more than four decades has been found in a New York warehouse. The $4 million work known as Electric Cord was last seen in 1970 when it was stolen. According to the report, it appears the work had recently been on display at a museum … Continue reading Lost Lichtenstein Uncovered in NY Warehouse
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Lichtenstein Drawing Acquired in a 1965 Lottery for $10 Expected to Realize $1,000,000 or More
In a tale that could inspire anyone to collect art no matter the budget, Christie’s is pleased to announce the auction of an exquisite drawing by the American Pop Art master Roy Lichtenstein to be offered at the Post-War and Contemporary Evening Sale at Christie’s New York on May 11, 2011. The drawing was acquired … Continue reading Lichtenstein Drawing Acquired in a 1965 Lottery for $10 Expected to Realize $1,000,000 or More
Lichtenstein painting purchased for $27.50 sells 45 years later for $128,700
A 1951 painting by purchased for $27.50 and kept out of the public eye for nearly 50 years sold for $128,700 on Dec. 4 at Quinn’s Auction Galleries in Falls Church, Virginia. Titled The Statesman, the 18 by 28 inch oil-on-canvas portrait was consigned by D.C.-area resident Enid Liess, a retired schoolteacher who, as a young … Continue reading Lichtenstein painting purchased for $27.50 sells 45 years later for $128,700
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