On This Day: June 29 1987 – Van Gogh Painting Sells for 20.4 Million Dollars at Auction

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Pete

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Pete has published a news story:

On This Day: June 29 1987 – Van Gogh Painting Sells for 20.4 Million Dollars at Auction.

On this day June 29 1987, Vincent van Gogh’s painting Le Pont de Trinquetaille was sold at auction in London for 20.4 million dollars. The sale set a new record for one of his works at the time and highlighted the 1980s surge in interest and investment in fine art.

Painted in 1888 during his stay in Arles, the painting features bold brushwork and vivid color, showcasing the style that would later make Van Gogh one of the most celebrated artists in history. This auction brought his name back...
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