Sotheby’s is holding a special auction today. This famous British auctioneer has been in business for 280 years. Digital Art Day Sale features unique NFTs including artworks by Beeple, CryptoPunk and more. This event began at 14:00 and will continue until 22 August.
The auction explores the concept of generative arts, which is a form of art that uses algorithms to combine art and technology. The event will also recognize pioneering female artists who have made a significant impact on the world of digital art with their work.
CryptoPunk NFT Highlighted for Sale
A CryptoPunk NFT called Punk491.png This is one of many important items that are up for auction. Larva Labs’ digital collectible product is composed of 10,000 different figures generated by algorithms. Located on the Ethereum blockchain as an NFT, each CryptoPunk is a 24×24 pixel image that depicts various characters such as people, zombies, apes, or aliens.
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CryptoPunks was launched in 2017 and is the first NFT to allow the ownership of digital content. Sotheby’s is expected to sell approximately 50,000 pieces of art in 2021. CryptoPunk #7523 This CryptoPunk was worth $11.8 Million. It was a CryptoPunk Alien, with a blue-green skin color.
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One of the most important items in this sale was a painting by Beeple. His real name is Mike Winkelmann. Beeple has a reputation for producing significant works in the NFT field. He’s a digital designer and artist. Beeple’s NFT is titled “Everydays: The First 5000 Days” Christie’s, in March 2021, sold it for $69.3 millions. The sale was a digital art record.
Beeple’s influence on digital art continues to grow
Beeple’s works continue to push the boundaries of digital and non-traditional art. He is a key figure in digital art because his pieces often explore the intersection of technology and creativity. His work was auctioned at Sotheby’s, which highlights his influence in the digital art scene.
Sotheby’s marks the Digital Art Day Sale a pivotal moment in the development of the art market. The auction links traditional art collections with digital art’s future. The event celebrates innovation as well as the opportunities offered by digital formats.
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