VOICED: Warhol leads the way as money returns to art world

VOICED: Warhol leads the way as money returns to art world

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Interactive Video

Arts, Business, History

11th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The video discusses a high-profile art auction featuring Warhol pieces, highlighting the sale of a silkscreen for over $43 million and a hidden self-portrait. It reflects on the art market's recovery post-recession, with significant sums exchanged, indicating a resurgence of serious money in the international art world. Collectors are willing to pay premium prices for unique artworks, showcasing a renewed interest and confidence in art investments.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the final selling price of the Warhol silkscreen at the auction?

$201 million

$134 million

$12 million

$43 million

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many works were sold during the auction?

43

201

134

52

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was notable about the Warhol piece that sold for $5.4 million?

It was the most expensive piece

It was previously unseen

It was a new creation

It was a collaboration

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the auction's success suggest about the art market?

It is stable

It is unpredictable

It is declining

It is recovering

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What trend is observed in the international art world according to the final section?

Collectors are hesitant to spend

Collectors are spending more

Art prices are dropping

Art is becoming less unique