{
  "id": 16736945,
  "title": "Roman emperor's headless torso sells for $34.26m, up from $7.36m in 2010",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/27/roman-emperors-headless-torso-sells-for-34-26m-up-from-7-36m-in-2010",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-27T09:32:42.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/in-2010-a-collector-paid-7-36-million-for-a-2000-year-old-roman-emperors-marble-torso-after-years-on-display-at-major-us-museums-the-headless-sculpture-sold-in-new-york-for-34-26-million-in-october-2026/articleshow/135222486.cms"
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  "original_language": "en",
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  "summary": "A stunning marble torso of a Roman emperor made headlines at an auction, fetching an astounding $34.26 million, breaking previous records. This remarkable piece, which was sold for only $7.36 million in 2010, showcases its enduring appeal. With its origins in ancient Rome, the sculpture highlights military honor and divine connection, and it has been featured in significant museum displays across…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}