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The “legendary collection” of Sotheby’s haunted by Nazism and crimes in Argentina

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Briefings

A Sotheby's auction in November 2026 is expected to reach €400 million, featuring the Blaquier-Arrieta collection and its alleged ties to Argentine dictatorship crimes, including a Van Gogh sold under Nazi pressure. The event marks a significant financial milestone for the auction house, though specific details about the crimes and the Van Gogh's circumstances remain unverified.

Key points

• The Sotheby's auction is projected to generate €400 million in revenue.
• The Blaquier-Arrieta collection is the primary subject of the auction.

Context

This auction represents a major financial event for Sotheby's, with the Blaquier-Arrieta collection serving as the central focus. The auction's success depends on the verification of the alleged crimes and the specific details surrounding the Van Gogh sale.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to the expected revenue figure and the collection's name. Specific details about the crimes, the Van Gogh's circumstances, and the auction's historical context are not provided in the source.

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