At 87, Alain Delon has decided to anticipate what might happen after his death and will therefore bet on the sale of some of the works he has been able to acquire during his life. The actor thus separates from around 80 collector’s items dating from the 19th century, including master paintings, sculptures, but also sketches. “Over the years, I have acquired drawings, paintings and sculptures that have moved me, spoken to me and even sometimes consoled me. These works have accompanied me for many years and have been part of my life. “ explained Alain Delon.
A boon for collectors around the world who will be able to obtain beautiful pieces that belonged to the actor, during a sale which will be organized on June 22 in Paris. In total, this sale could earn between 4 and 5 million euros for Alain Delon.
His daughter Anouchka Delon, who has supported him on a daily basis for several years, has also spoken on the subject: “Being a witness to this great sale is a lot of emotions, continues the actress. For him, but it’s also very exciting. He always told me: ‘When people leave, there is a sale afterwards. They are the only ones who do not see what is happening.’ He is lucky to see what he going to happen around”. And to add with immense pride: “The fact of traveling to the United States and then to Asia, we realize the aura of our father. People knew him as an actor, but also know him as a collector there. It was a bit of a shock, we realize the influence he has internationally.”
Anouchka Delon gives news of her father
But this sale seems to have caused serious concern among public opinion. Would Alain Delon be at the end of his life to the point of wanting to sell his collection of objects? Anouchka Delon took the floor and was quick to make an important point about her famous dad.
“I assure you: my father is in good shape! He simply refused to have a posthumous sale. He is happy to share his collection and to circulate it through this sale” she declared, her remarks having been relayed by journalist Jean-François Guyot.
“I assure you: my father is in good shape! He simply refused a posthumous sale. He is happy to share his collection and circulate it through this sale” (Anouchka #Delon). Among the masterpieces #auction on 6/22, this #Dufy estimated 600,000 – 800,000€ pic.twitter.com/6dDlCAb0r9
— Jean-Francois Guyot (@JFGuyot) June 19, 2023
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