A Monet painting sold for 50 million euros in Paris, a record for art auctions in France

Claude Monet's monumental painting "Iris" was auctioned for €50 million in Paris, setting a record for the highest auction price in France. Previously housed in the Schlumberger family's private collection, it was displayed publicly for the first time. The painting was estimated between €22 and €30 million before the auction. Additionally, three Cézanne paintings were withdrawn from auction for potential acquisition by Aix-en-Provence. Christie’s also held an auction, selling 26 artworks, including two Monet paintings for a total of €41.6 million.