Nov 22, 2023

Why an Andy Warhol sculpture bombed at auction

Andy Warhol's Bomb. Courtesy Bonhams

Why didn't Andy Warhol's Bomb sculpture fetch a higher price? We take the opportunity to peek into the world of high-end art.

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Why Andy Warhol’s "Bomb" sculpture bombed at auction

by Sabri Ben-Achour and Meredith Garretson

Nov 22, 2023

A closer look at the economics and psychology behind high art prices.

"[Andy Warhol's 'Bomb'] is not a pretty object, which is why I think it should have sold for tens of millions of dollars," said art critic and author Blake Gopnik.

Courtesy Bonhams

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David Brancaccio Host

Leanna Byrne Host, BBC

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Alex Schroeder Producer

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