Royal Opera House sells Hockney for $16.7 million

This David Hockney painting

fetched $16.7 million

Location: London, England

The Royal Opera House sold the painting

amid efforts to survive the effects of lockdown

The 1971 portrait of Sir David Webster

features the former general administrator of the Royal Opera House

“Proceeds from the sale will contribute towards vital funding required by the world-renowned arts venue.” - Christie's