# $35 Million Paintings The 'Finding of Moses' is a Lavish Piece of Artwork By Amanda Chang | Published 2010-11-05 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/finding-of-moses References: [luxist](http://www.luxist.com/2010/11/05/finding-of-moses-sells-for-seven-times-estimate-sets-new-reco/) & [vivrearia.blogspot](http://vivrearia.blogspot.com/2010/11/sothebys-sells-finding-of-moses-for.html) This 'Finding of Moses' painting is undeniably inspirational. A beautiful 19th century Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema painting, this artistic piece of work was [sold November 4, 2010 to an unknown bidder](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joopiter) for a lavish $35,922,500! The painting had an original pre-estimated selling price of $3 million to $5 million, so it's no doubt why the $35 million price tag has shocked and awed many in the art world. The 'Finding of Moses' will mark a new world record for the coveted artist, as his last painting only sold for $2.8 million. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Ultra Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/ultraluxury) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Art Market Explosion:** The skyrocketing prices of luxury art pieces represent a disruptive innovation opportunity for art investors and galleries to capitalize on the growing demand for high-value artworks. - **Record-breaking Auctions:** The increasing frequency of record-breaking auctions provides an opportunity for auction houses and art dealers to attract wealthy buyers and strengthen their position in the art market. - **Investment in Fine Art:** The surge in the value of fine art offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for financial institutions to create specialized art investment funds that cater to the growing interest of high-net-worth individuals. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art Market:** The booming art market presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for artists, collectors, and art platforms to leverage the increased value of artworks and explore new revenue streams. - **Auction Houses:** The rise of record-breaking auctions presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for auction houses to attract top-tier collectors, diversify their offerings, and generate substantial revenue. - **Financial Services:** The growing investment potential in fine art provides a disruptive innovation opportunity for banks, wealth management firms, and alternative asset managers to establish art investment divisions and cater to the financial needs of upscale clients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rediscovered Iconic Masterpieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gustav-klimt1.md) - [Charitable Low-Cost Art Raffles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1-picasso-for-100-euros.md) - [Unseen Artist Masterpieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michelangelos-untold-works.md) - [Martian Meteorite Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sothebys-nwa.md) - [Classic Painting-Inspired Luxe Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bee-bottle.md) - [Artist-Designed Wallpaper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallpaper-collection1.md) - [Painter-Themed Charm Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-at-the-museum.md) - [Modern Art Design Auctions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-auction.md) - [Snack Artwork Auctions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mischief-by-chester.md)