Why Buy a Dinosaur Skeleton?
Eleanor Biggs explores the motivations behind purchasing dinosaur skeletons following the sale of a T-Rex for over $50 million at Sotheby's. The article questions the appeal of owning such prehistoric remains, delving into the intersection of paleontology, wealth, and collecting culture.
Key facts
- A T-Rex skeleton sold for more than $50 million.
- The sale took place at Sotheby's.
- Eleanor Biggs wrote an opinion piece on the topic.
- The article is published on Ocula Magazine.
Entities
Artists
- Eleanor Biggs
Institutions
- Sotheby's
- Ocula Magazine