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Watch: A look at Parliament's intriguing private art collection

January 5, 2020

It contains 4500 pieces worth a total of $16 million. (Source: Other)

It's a little-known fact that Parliament houses one of the biggest private art collections in the country.

There are 4500 pieces worth around $16 million in total.

Take a tour of the fascinating art in 1 NEWS’ video report above.

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