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251% of estimate for a bronze figure of a priest. Sotheby's, Master Sculpture from Four Millennia, London, July 1 2026. An Umbro Etruscan figure became the anchor of a session defined by specific buyer preferences. While ancient bronzes and Gothic woodcarvings drew intense competition, other high value categories met significant resistance. The middle market tier proved to be the primary engine of the sale. Results across four millennia of work suggest a sharp divide between rare discoveries and decorative pieces that struggled to meet specialist expectations. Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/ehrb2i6Y Get free weekly auction intelligence — subscribe here: https://lnkd.in/ephm6KSX #ArtMarket #AuctionResults #ArtCollector #OldMasters #FineArt