Sotheby’s ‘Digital Art Day Auction’ Goes Live

Sotheby’s is all set to launch its ‘Digital Art Day Auction,’ an online auction featuring unique digital artworks and NFTs from some of the top digital artists and NFT collections in the space. The event kicks off Tuesday Sept. 10 at 2:00 PM EST and will last until October 2nd.

The sale aims to showcase the interplay between artistic creativity and technological novelty, with a wide array of digital artworks being offered. Some of the most important works and collections that will go on auction include:

• GRAILS: Starry Night
• GRAILS: Property from an Iconic Collection
• Fidenzas #373 and #762 (Tyler Hobbs)
• CryptoPunks #4993 and #976
• Chromie Squiggles #3992 and #2289 (Snowfro)
• Frammenti #448 (Stefano Contiero)

There will also be artwork from Jeff Davis, Kevin Abosch, Justin Aversano, ACK, Dmitri Cherniak, and other notable digital artists. Some of the top pieces are expected to sell between $80,000 and $120,000. According to a press release shared with Rarity Sniper, the sale will occur in three chapters:

• 1: Showcases rare and sought-after works.
• 2: Features generative artwork driven by computer algorithms, including work by Larva Labs, Tyler Hobbs, and others.
• 3: Features exceptional, unique artworks that express individuality and tell a distinct story.

The online auction from Sotheby’s is aimed at attracting both novice and experienced NFT and digital art collectors.

“We are thrilled to continue showcasing works by some of the most sought-after digital artists, who have played a pivotal role in pushing the boundaries of both the generative and crypto art movements,” Michael Bouhanna, Head of Digital Art and NFTs at Sotheby’s, told Rarity Sniper. “Our Digital Art Day auction is evolving into a monthly series, featuring exceptional works from the secondary market. Despite broader market trends, we continue to witness strong and growing demand at the higher end, particularly for pieces of outstanding quality.”

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