Today is a unique event hosted by Sotheby’s, the famous British auction house with a history of 280 years. The Digital Art Day auction will feature unique NFTs, including works by Beeple and CryptoPunk. The event starts at 14:00 ET and runs until August 22nd.
The sale explores generative art, a creative process that combines art and technology through algorithms. The event also aims to recognize female pioneers who have made a significant impact on the world of digital art through their innovative work.
Highlighted CryptoPunk NFTs for Sale
CryptoPunk NFT named Punk491.png It is one of the important bidding projects. It is a digital collector’s product from Larva Labs, consisting of 10,000 different algorithm-generated characters. Located as an NFT on the Ethereum blockchain, each CryptoPunk is a 24×24 pixel image depicting various characters such as humans, zombies, apes or aliens.
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Launched in 2017, CryptoPunks was one of the first NFTs to demonstrate ownership of original digital content on the blockchain. For sale at Sotheby’s 2021 Cryptopunk #7523 $11.8 million. This cryptopunk is an alien type known for his blue-green skin color.
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Another important item in the auction is a work by Beeple, whose real name is Mike Winkelmann. Beeple is known for its important work in the NFT space. He is a digital artist and graphic designer. Beeple’s NFT titled “Everydays: The First 5000 Days” was sold at Christie’s in March 2021 for $69.3 million.
Beeple’s continuing influence on digital art
Beeple’s works continue to push the limits of digital art and NFTs. His work often explores how technology and creativity come together, making him an important figure in the digital art world. The sale of his work at Sotheby’s highlights his influence in the field.
Sotheby’s sees the Digital Art Day sale as a critical moment in the development of the art market. This auction connects traditional art collecting with the future of digital art. This event is more than just selling art; it’s also a celebration of innovation and new opportunities offered by digital formats.
