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How is art valued?

Art valuation is complex, considering factors like the artist's fame, the artwork's rarity, condition, and historical significance, as well as its provenance (ownership history). The stolen Renoir artworks were valued at 9 million euros, or about £7.7 million, reflecting their high demand and importance in the art market.

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Four Renoir artworks worth £7.7 million stolen from French museum

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