January 2008
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The World’s Most Expensive Paintings…
1. JACKSON POLLOCK: “Number 5, 1948″, 1948 = $140 million Private sale, 2006. Seller: David Geffen. Buyer: possibly David Martínez As of January 2008 this is the most expensive painting ever sold. A wonderful “drip” painting by Jackson Pollock broke all records when purchased by David Martinez.
2. WILLEM DE KOONING: “Woman III”, 1952-53 = $137.5 million
Private sale, 2006. Seller: David Geffen....