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Monet auctioned for 50 million euros beats record

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Briefings

A public auction record was shattered by a 50 million euro bid for a Monet painting titled 'Iris', which had previously held the record. The painting belonged to the Schlumberger collection and was painted in the final years of Monet's life.

Key points

• The auction record was set at 50 million euros, surpassing the previous record held by a Modigliani sculpture.
• The painting 'Iris' was part of the Schlumberger collection and was painted by Monet in the last years of his life.

Context

This event occurred in 2026, marking a significant shift in art market valuations where Monet's work surpassed a modern artist's previous record.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to the auction result and the painting's provenance; no further details about the bidding process, other artworks, or market trends are provided.

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