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Sotheby’s Pioneers Bitcoin Ordinals NFT Auction
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December 9, 2023 7:38 AM / 0 Comments NFT Collection NFTs ZentaPost In Brief News Web3 Community
Then we have “Sovereign Individual,” inspired by the influential book on Bitcoin by James Dale Davidson and William Rees-Mogg.
Sotheby’s, a renowned name in the world of art and auctions, is making waves with a groundbreaking move in the digital art space. The esteemed auction house has kicked off its very first Bitcoin Ordinals sale, a landmark event that marks a new era in the intersection of art and blockchain technology. This innovative online auction, running from December 6 to 13, is not just an ordinary sale; it’s a celebration of Bitcoin’s rich history. The spotlight of this auction is the BitcoinShrooms NFT collection, conceived by the artist known only as Shroomtoshi. This collection is a pixel-perfect illustration of the blockchain’s intricate history and cultural significance, presented in a way that’s both captivating and thought-provoking. Despite the BitcoinShrooms collection comprising a total of 222 works, only three select pieces are up for grabs in this auction. Let’s dive into the pieces on offer. First, there’s “S,” a representation of “Self-Sovereignty,” a fundamental principle in the world of Bitcoin. Then we have “Sovereign Individual,” inspired by the influential book on Bitcoin by James Dale Davidson and William Rees-Mogg.