George Michael's art collection unveiled at auction
Sir Michael Craig-Martin was commissioned to create an ever-changing computerised image of the singer
The best-known YBAs included Damien Hirst and Tracey Emin. Their names became familiar to the general public to a degree which hadn't been seen in British art for years.Cristian Albu of auctioneers Christie's says Michael became a truly serious collector from 2004 onwards."I think his finesse as an artist in music made it very easy for George Michael to make the journey into visual art. And it all started with Tracey Emin.
In addition, an online auction is already underway for the 100 or so other works described by Christie's as"more accessibly priced". Craig-Martin was also commissioned by the singer in 2007 to create a computerised portrait of him which features in the sale. It's set up so that the colours on the screen change constantly
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