Duct-Taped Banana Fetches $6.2 Million at Sotheby's Auction
A banana artwork titled "Comedian" by Maurizio Cattelan sold for $6.2 million at a Sotheby's auction in New York. The piece, originally displayed at Art Basel in 2019, was purchased by entrepreneur Justin Sun, known for his extravagant purchases and involvement in the cryptocurrency community. The artwork includes a certificate of authenticity and instructions for replacing the banana as it decays. The sale highlights the intersection of art, memes, and global trade symbolism.