Duct-taped banana sells for $6.2 million at art auction

SunStar Publishing Inc.

A PIECE of conceptual art consisting of a simple banana, duct-taped to a wall, sold for $6.2 million at an auction in New York on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, with the winning bid coming from a prominent cryptocurrency entrepreneur.

2 million, which didn't include the about $1 million in auction house fees, paid by the buyer.In a statement, Sun said the piece “represents a cultural phenomenon that bridges the worlds of art, memes, and the cryptocurrency community.” But he said the latest version of “Comedian' won't last long.“Additionally, in the coming days, I will personally eat the banana as part of this unique artistic experience, honoring its place in both art history and popular culture,” Sun said.

We have summarized this news so that you can read it quickly. If you are interested in the news, you can read the full text here. Read more:

sunstaronline /  🏆 18. in PH

Philippines Latest News, Philippines Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

DILG assures preparedness of government amid threats of 'Kristine'SunStar Publishing Inc.
Read more »

P150,000 reward offered for abducted US national’s rescueSunStar Publishing Inc.
Read more »

Baste nagsaway kang SAP Lagdameo sa pagpanghilabot sa politika sa MindanaoSunStar Publishing Inc.
Read more »

City dad lauds TCPI for sponsoring college scholarsSunStar Publishing Inc.
Read more »

Gov’t launches free learning support programSunStar Publishing Inc.
Read more »

Zamcelco, Cepalco to build new power substationSunStar Publishing Inc.
Read more »