Watch: Hong Kong crowds queue to see Van Gogh painting unveiled for first time in 60 years
Summary
A Van Gogh painting not shown to the public for over 60 years is now displayed in Hong Kong. The artwork, created shortly before the artist died, will be auctioned in New York, with an estimated price of $180 million.Key Facts
- The painting is called "Chestnut Trees in Blossom."
- It was painted in the French village of Auvers-sur-Oise about two months before Van Gogh’s death in 1890.
- This artwork had not been publicly seen for more than 60 years before this display.
- The painting is currently shown in Hong Kong, attracting large crowds.
- Sotheby’s auction house estimates its sale price to be around $180 million.
- If sold at this price, it would be the highest auction price ever for a Van Gogh painting.
- The auction will take place in New York.
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