Rivera Mural Protected From Detroit Bankruptcy Sale
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Detroit’s most emblematic paintings appear safe from sale to satisfy the bankrupt city’s creditors.
The towering “Detroit Industry” murals by Mexican artist Diego Rivera donated to the city weren’t among the Detroit Institute of Arts works appraised by New York-based Christie’s Inc. for possible liquidation. The company assessed only pieces purchased with city money; those are worth between $452 million and $866 million.