#1 Salvator Mundi
Artist: Leonardo da Vinci
Painted: c.1500
Price: $450.3 million
Sold: 2017
A rare depiction of Christ as “Savior of the World,” holding a crystal orb and offering a blessing. One of fewer than 15 paintings definitively attributed to da Vinci.
Why It’s So Expensive
• Attributed to Leonardo da Vinci (extremely rare works)
• Massive media attention and controversy
• Unique religious subject
Artist: Leonardo da Vinci
Painted: c.1500
Price: $450.3 million
Sold: 2017
A rare depiction of Christ as “Savior of the World,” holding a crystal orb and offering a blessing. One of fewer than 15 paintings definitively attributed to da Vinci.
Why It’s So Expensive
• Attributed to Leonardo da Vinci (extremely rare works)
• Massive media attention and controversy
• Unique religious subject
