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Portugal Will Keep, Not Sell, 85 Mirós Repossessed From Failed Bank

“The paintings, estimated to be worth around 35 million euros ($39 million), came under state ownership in 2008 when the government nationalised the failed bank BNP … They were originally set for the auction block at Christie’s but withdrawn after public protest.”
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