Iconic Leonardo's $450M Salvator Mundi To Be Tokenized As An NFT

Iconic Leonardo’s $450M Salvator Mundi To Be Tokenized As An NFT

Updated: 09 August 2023

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Despite slightly fluctuating in value in recent weeks, non-fungible tokens are still popular, with items ranging from videos to Tweets to paintings recently tokenized as digital collectibles. The world’s most expensive painting, “Salvator Mundi,” is the latest piece of art to be tokenized as a non-fungible token.

According to a Techbullion report published earlier this week, ElmonX, the digital asset firm, is set to tokenize Salvator Mundi, the painting which previously sold for $450 million at Christie’s New York, the highest price ever paid at auction, as a non-fungible token late this week.

What Is Salvator Mundi Artwork?

The Salvator Mundi is a breathtaking portrayal of Jesus Christ as Savior of the World, holding a crystal orb in his left hand and raising his right in benediction. The iconic painting masterpiece was rediscovered around 1500 century by Leonardo Da Vinci after disappearing for ages.

Born in 1452, Leonardo Da Vinci was a true Renaissance genius who excelled as an artist, scientist, and inventor before departing to meet his maker in 1519. Despite his demise, Leonardo’s insatiable curiosity and boundless creativity will continue to inspire and awe the world, making him an unparalleled figure in Salvator Mundi history.

In November 2017, the Salvator Mundi masterpiece set a new record, selling for an astonishing USD 450,312,500. This jaw-cracking auction price has made Salvator Mundi art the world’s most iconic and valuable art in history. The artwork showcased Leonardo Da Vinci’s artistic brilliance and influence in the art world.

Salvator Mundi To Be Tokenized As An NFT

Late this week, ElmonX, the digital firm that specializes in the creation of licensed NFT, is introducing an exciting new dimension to this timeless artwork by launching it as an ultra-exclusive NFT, offering art enthusiasts the opportunity to own a unique representation of this iconic piece in the blockchain era.