The State exercises its right of first refusal on a Gothic carving of Saint Barbara auctioned in Barcelona for €10,000
31 Jul 2026Effective: 31 Jul 20261 views
Who is affected:
Templum auction house (Barcelona) and original buyer of lot 701
Summary
The Ministry of Culture acquires a polychrome wooden sculpture from the Gothic period auctioned in Barcelona. The work will be allocated to the National Museum of Sculpture.
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The Ministry of Culture exercises the right of first refusal recognized in article 38 of Law 16/1985 on Spanish Historical Heritage over lot 701 from the Templum auction house in Barcelona: a carving of Saint Barbara with tower in polychrome and gilded wood measuring 85x30x20 cm. The acquisition price is €10,000 plus V…
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