Warhol portrait fetches €12m

AN Andy Warhol self-portrait, hidden from view for much of its life, has sold for £10.8 million (€11.8m) — double the expected price.

The 6ft square work, with the artist’s face in half-shadow, was part of a series of works dating back to 1967 when he had found international renown.

It sold at auction at Christie’s in London days after going on show.