$34.3 Million Marble Torso Sets Roman Antiquity Record at Sotheby’s

A Roman marble torso recently shattered records at Sotheby's, selling for an astonishing $34.3 million—nearly triple its estimate. While an ancient antiquity, this landmark sale powerfully affirms art's enduring value and its capacity for significant market appreciation across centuries. For emerging women artists, this serves as a compelling reminder: your unique creative contributions hold inherent and lasting worth. Trust in your vision and the power of your art; history shows that true artistry is an enduring investment, both culturally and financially. Your work today could be tomorrow's revered masterpiece. — Source: Artforum

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