Ari Hodara, an art enthusiast from Paris, had an incredible surprise on April 14, when he learned that he had won a painting by Pablo Picasso, valued at 1 million dollars, with a raffle ticket costing only 100 euros. After the organizers contacted him to inform him of his win, Hodara was hesitant and wondered how he could verify the authenticity of this news, fearing a possible hoax. This event highlights not only his luck but also the ongoing appeal of Picasso's works in the art market.
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French engineer wins Picasso painting worth $1 million in raffle
French man wins €1m Picasso painting in Paris raffle
Pictură de Picasso de un milion de euro, câștigată de un francez la o tombolă caritabilă
Man wins €1m Picasso painting in €100 charity raffle
Paris art enthusiast wins €1m Picasso painting in €100 charity raffle
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