CandleFocus Tron’s Justin Sun Wins $6.2M Banana Auction, Reminds Us That Art Is Subjective (and Edible)
2024-11-23
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Crypto entrepreneur Justin Sun recently purchased Maurizio Cattelan's viral artwork, "Comedian," for $6.2 million at an auction. The artwork consists of a banana duct-taped to a wall. Sun plans to eat the banana, stating that it represents a cultural phenomenon bridging art, memes, and the crypto community. The auction started at $800,000 and quickly escalated. Sun emerged as the winner with a $5.2 million bid, plus $1 million in fees. This banana artwork previously sold for $120,000 in 2019 and sparked debates about the value of art. Sun's decision to eat the banana may secure its place in art history but questions remain about its $6.2 million price tag.
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