Ripley’s Believe It or Not! has acquired Maurizio Cattelan’s infamous solid gold toilet sculpture, America, for $12.1 million at Sotheby’s. The 18-karat artwork, known for its satirical edge and high-profile history—including a Guggenheim debut and unsolved theft from Blenheim Palace—now joins Ripley’s collection of eccentric artifacts. The toilet is fully functional and may be made available for public use, aligning with Ripley’s mission to showcase the unbelievable. As one of the most talked-about contemporary sculptures, America blends absurdity, opulence, and cultural commentary—making Ripley’s latest purchase both headline-worthy and flush with intrigue.
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