Maurizio Cattelan's Duct-Taped Banana to Auction for Up to $1.5 Million

The controversial artwork 'Comedian' will be sold at Sotheby's, challenging perceptions of art's value.

The artwork 'Comedian,' featuring a banana duct-taped to a wall, is expected to sell for between $1 million and $1.5 million at Sotheby's auction in New York on November 20.
Originally sold for $120,000 in 2019, the piece sparked global debate about the nature and value of contemporary art.
The auction includes a certificate of authenticity and instructions for displaying a fresh banana and duct tape, as neither the original banana nor tape will be used.
The artwork has been part of various performances, including being eaten by a performance artist, emphasizing its conceptual nature.
Cattelan's work continues to provoke discussions on art's definition, drawing comparisons to Marcel Duchamp's iconic 'Fountain.'