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Portrait of Bardot by Kees van Dongen yielded 1.35 million

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Briefings

A painting titled "B.B. aux yeux d'autruche" by Kees van Dongen, depicting Brigitte Bardot, was created in 1959 and sold for 1.35 million euros. The artwork is noted for its unique use of avian eyes, a stylistic choice that remains a defining feature of the piece.

Key points

• The artwork "B.B. aux yeux d'autruche" by Kees van Dongen depicts Brigitte Bardot with eyes resembling an ostrich.
• The painting was created in 1959 and sold for 1.35 million euros.

Context

This is a documented art market transaction involving a specific painting by a specific artist depicting a specific celebrity, with a specific stylistic element.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to the painting's title, artist, subject, creation date, and final sale price. No information regarding the painting's current location, provenance history, or the artist's other works is provided.

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