Art World Buzz: Who’s Likely to Win and Who’s Not

People currently seem to think that Simeon Barclay is unlikely to win the Turner Prize, and the same goes for Kira Freije and Marguerite Humeau. The prevailing view leans toward a no for each of these artists. Many observers feel the art world is divided over these predictions.

There is also a strong sense that Banksy will not post on Instagram before September.

When it comes to the artist who will fetch the highest auction totals, Andy Warhol is seen as unlikely to lead, while Pablo Picasso is viewed as a clear favorite. Jean‑Michel Basquiat is expected to fall short of the top spot.

Regarding the price of Warhol’s Flowers, opinions are split with a slight tilt toward a yes. Roy Lichtenstein’s Green Head shows a similar split, leaning a bit toward a yes. Helen Frankenthaler’s Return and Exit also has a divided view, with a modest edge for a yes.