Art: Claude Monet's 'Iris' fetches 50M euros at Paris auction
Summary
A painting called "Iris" by the artist Claude Monet sold for 50 million euros (about 56 million dollars) at an auction in Paris. This sale is the highest price ever for an artwork sold in France at an auction.Key Facts
- The painting is titled "Iris" and was made by Claude Monet, a famous Impressionist artist.
- It was sold in Paris, France, on a Thursday.
- The final price was 50 million euros, including buyer fees.
- The price equals approximately 56 million US dollars.
- This is the most expensive artwork ever sold at auction in France.
- Impressionism is an art style known for visible brush strokes and light effects.
- The auction took place in 2026.
- Monet is known for nature scenes and flowers, like the irises in this painting.
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