Painting found in attic could fetch €150 million

This painting of Judith and Holofernes — believed to be a long-lost work by Caravaggio — will come under the hammer next Thursday in Toulouse with an estimate of €100-€150 million.

Painting found in attic could fetch €150 million

Update, June 26: The painting of Judith and Holofornes featured here, believed to be a long-lost work by Caravaggio, sold two days prior to auction in Toulouse this week. The work changed hands for an undisclosed sum. It went to a foreign buyer described as "close to a major museum".

This painting of Judith and Holofernes — believed to be a long-lost work by Caravaggio — will come under the hammer next Thursday in Toulouse with an estimate of €100-€150 million.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €120 €60

Best value

Monthly €10€5 / month

More in this section

Revoiced

Newsletter

Sign up to the best reads of the week from irishexaminer.com selected just for you.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited