In a record-breaking auction at Sotheby's, a stunning portrait by Gustav Klimt has been sold for a whopping $236.4 million, making it the second most expensive artwork ever sold at auction. The artwork, titled "Litzlberg on the Attersee," surpassed all expectations as collectors from around the world battled it out to own this rare masterpiece.

The portrait, previously owned by a private collector, captures the serene beauty of Lake Attersee in Austria, where Klimt often sought inspiration for his works. The sale of this incredible painting further solidifies Klimt's status as one of the most revered artists of all time.

This remarkable achievement comes just months after another Klimt painting, "Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer II," set the record for the most expensive artwork ever sold at auction. With Klimt's work continuing to demand top dollar, it is clear that his legacy remains as strong as ever in the art world.

As art enthusiasts marvel at the beauty and significance of Klimt's masterpiece, one can only ponder what other treasures may emerge in the future to break this incredible record.