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Recession-Defying Art Auctions

Zhang Xiaogang Sells Painting for $10.1 Million at Sotheby's

— April 11, 2011 — Art & Design
A painting by Chinese artist Zhang Xiaogang called Forever Lasting Love has been sold for the recordbreaking amount of $10.1 million by the Sotheby's auction house. (What recession?) The sale of the painting makes Xiaogang the world's richest living Chinese artist. The painting is in three panels and is a mixture of Buddhist and surrealist work that depicts life and death; the piece is considered avant-garde by art experts.

The auction was comprised of 105 contemporary and modern works owned by Belgian collector Guy Ullens. Ullens first started collecting major Chinese works in these two categories in the early 1980s. The total take from sales of Ullens' items was over $54 million on the day of the auction.

Forever Lasting Love was sold to an anonymous bidder. Was it you?
Trend Themes
1. Art Auction Record-breakers - An opportunity exists for auction houses and art collectors to capitalize on the growing demand for rare and valuable artworks.
2. Burgeoning Chinese Art Market - The thriving Chinese art scene presents a lucrative opportunity for artists, galleries, and investors looking to tap into a rapidly growing market.
3. Rise of Avant-garde Art - There is a disruptive innovation opportunity for artists and curators to push the boundaries of traditional art and embrace avant-garde styles and themes.
Industry Implications
1. Auction Houses - Auction houses can take advantage of the surge in art sales by curating exclusive auctions and leveraging the demand for rare and valuable pieces.
2. Art Collectors and Investors - Art collectors and investors have the opportunity to capitalize on the rising prices of Chinese contemporary and modern artworks by strategically acquiring and selling pieces.
3. Art Galleries and Museums - Art galleries and museums can embrace the avant-garde movement by hosting exhibitions and showcasing innovative artists, attracting a new audience and generating buzz.
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