Since it was sold, the painting has remained hidden from the public eye. But that may not be the case for long. Bernard Haykel, a close associate of C

Saudi prince MBS likely to use world's most expensive painting to 'attract people, just like Mona Lisa does'

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2024-09-25 16:30:05

Since it was sold, the painting has remained hidden from the public eye. But that may not be the case for long. Bernard Haykel, a close associate of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said MBS wants the painting as the anchor of a grand museum that is yet to be built in Riyadh read more

Salvator Mundi, which translates to “Saviour of the World”, is a painting attributed to Leonardo da Vinci. It was purchased at an auction for a staggering $450 million, making it the most expensive artwork ever sold.

When Salvator Mundi went under the hammer at Christie’s in New York, the identity of the buyer remained anonymous, fuelling speculation and intrigue.

Then, N_ew York Times_ uncovered the truth: the buyer was a Saudi prince acting on behalf of the crown prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman, who is known better by his initials, MBS.

After disappearing from public view, there was widespread speculation that the painting might be adorning the walls of MBS’s palatial homes or his luxurious yacht.