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Who reclaimed the record for the most expensive artwork by a living artist after Hockney?

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Jeff Koons reclaimed the record for the most expensive artwork by a living artist after David Hockney. In 2019, Koons' "Rabbit" sculpture sold for $91.1 million at Christie's, surpassing Hockney's "Portrait of an Artist (Pool with Two Figures)" which had held the record since 2018. Koons' work is known for its kitsch and playful imagery, often referencing popular culture and consumerism.
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