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Freeman s Modern and Contemporary Art auction achieves $1.8 million in sale led by women artists Barbara Hepworth, Torso II (Torcello) sold for $642,600. Auction highlight more than doubles its $250,000 pre-sale high estimate. PHILADELPHIA, PA .-Freeman’s announced the results of its May 11 Modern and Contemporary Art auction, which clearly demonstrates Freeman’s strength in the sale of Modern and Contemporary works by significant artists across multiple media. The 54-lot auction achieved over $1.8m, selling all but one lot and eliciting competitive bidding from phone and online buyers. “There was a strong showing throughout the sale, with interest in paintings, sculpture, prints, and works on paper,” said David Weiss, Head of Sale. “It shows the strength of the market for Modern and Contemporary art, and interest in fine examples by well-known, established artists, with the majority of works being fresh-to-market with strong provenance.”

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