The record-breaking sum is the highest ever paid for either an American or 20th Century work of art.
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- The record-breaking sum is the highest ever paid for either an American or 20th Century work of art.
- “Marilyn the woman is gone; the terrible circumstances of her life and death are forgotten,” Mr Frei said.
- “All that remains is the enigmatic smile that links her to another mysterious smile of a distinguished lady, the Mona Lisa,” he said.
- The record breaking sum is the highest paid for a 20th century American or an American work of work by artist or artist.