Bill Hammond painting sells for $1.7m
An artwork by the late Christchurch artist Bill Hammond has been sold with a huge million-dollar price tag overnight. Melting Moments 1 sold for $1...
Source: odt.co.nz
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Artwork by Bill Hammond expected to be one of the most expensive ever sold in New Zealand
The director of auction house Webb's says he expects a painting from late Christchurch artist Bill Hammond to become one of the most expensive paintings ever sold in New Zealand. Melting Moments I will be sold in Auckland tonight for between $1.5 million and $2.5 million dollars. Webb's director of art, Charles Ninow, says it's one of the most significant pieces to come up for sale in a long time. Ninow spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Source: rnz.co.nz
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Bill Hammond painting, Melting Moments 1, sells for $1.7 million
Critics say this sale as cemented Bill Hammond's place as one of the greats in Kiwi art.
Source: nzherald.co.nz
Do prized artworks need more protection?
In private hands, iconic New Zealand treasures can be sold off, hidden away, or even destroyed.
Source: rnz.co.nz
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Source: moneyweb.co.za