Portrait of Elisabeth Lederer, a Klimt masterpiece, sold for a record-breaking $236.4 million, making it the most expensive modern art piece ever. The vibrant portrait, depicting a wealthy Viennese family member, survived the Holocaust due to its too Jewish classification and Elisabeths fabricated story. The sale, part of Lauders collection, underscores the enduring value and historical significance of certain artworks.

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