Artnet News · Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:56:05 +0000
Frank Gehry’s Seven-Ton Desk Crushes Estimates, Sets Auction Record
Frank Gehry's monumental "Icehenge" desk, an emerald glass installation weighing seven tons, recently shattered auction estimates, setting a new record. This sale underscores the immense value placed on visionary design and ambitious scale, even in functional art. For emerging women artists, Gehry’s success with such a distinctive, large-scale piece is a powerful reminder to embrace boldness in your practice. Don't shy away from grand ideas or unconventional materials. Your unique artistic vision, when executed with conviction, holds significant long-term potential and can ultimately command extraordinary market recognition. — Source: Artnet News
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