Fears for Mona Lisa over tour plans
The Mona Lisa may soon be taken on a "grand tour" to allow more people to see smile.
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Dame Kiri putting Goldie paintings up for auction
The paintings by Charles Frederick Goldie are considered to be among his finest.
'Unique' drawing of Maori chief sold at auction
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