Sun Yucheng announced on Twitter:

I am pleased to announce that I have bought the banana.

!!! @SpaceX @Sothebys I am Sun Yucheng, and I am pleased to announce that I have successfully acquired Maurizio Cattelan's iconic work (Comedian) for 6.2 million dollars. This is not just a piece of art; it represents a cultural phenomenon that connects the worlds of art, memes, and the cryptocurrency community. I believe this work will inspire more thoughts and discussions in the future and will become a part of history. I am honored to be the proud owner of the banana and look forward to it bringing more inspiration and impact to art lovers around the world.



In addition, in the coming days, I will personally eat this banana.

As part of this unique art experience, to commemorate its place in art history and popular culture. Stay tuned!

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Maurizio Cattelan

Maurizio Cattelan

Year of Birth b. 1960

Comedian

banana and duct tape

7 ⅞ by 7 ⅞ by 2 in.

20 by 20 by 5 cm.

(installation dimensions variable)

(installation dimensions variable)

Executed in 2019, this work is number 2 from an edition of 3 plus 2 artist’s proofs.

Executed in 2019, this work is number 2 from an edition of 3 plus 2 artist's proofs.

This work is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed by the artist.

This work is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed by the artist.