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Sue Tilley Reflects on Being the Muse Behind a Multi-Million Dollar Painting

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Sue Tilley, the subject of Lucian Freud's iconic painting 'Sleeping by the Lion Carpet,' is preparing for its auction at Sotheby’s, where it is expected to sell for between £25-35 million ($33-45 million) on June 24. Tilley, who posed for Freud in the 1990s, shared her mixed feelings about the painting's value, noting that she was paid a modest rate during her sessions. Despite her initial discomfort with the portrayal, Tilley has grown to accept her image and views it as empowering for women of all shapes. The auction is anticipated to attract significant interest, with experts believing it could set a new record for Freud's work.

Key Details: • Auction date: June 24 at Sotheby’s London. • Estimated sale price: £25-35 million ($33-45 million). • Tilley posed for Freud multiple times in the 1990s. • The painting is considered Freud's magnum opus.

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