Lionel Messi receives self-portrait made of Swarovski crystals worth £50m
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Lionel Messi has received one of the craziest presents ever as he was given a self-portrait made from £50 million worth of Swarovski crystals.
The man behind the extravagant piece of art was Colombian artist Mauricio Benítez - also known as Mr Bling.
The Barcelona forward was given the ostentatious gift on Monday when he was in Medellín, Colombia, headlining a charity game called "Lionel Messi XI vs World XI".
Mr Bling has made a name for himself by applying expensive crystals and diamonds to fashion and luxury decorations.
The man behind the extravagant piece of art was Colombian artist Mauricio Benítez - also known as Mr Bling.
The Barcelona forward was given the ostentatious gift on Monday when he was in Medellín, Colombia, headlining a charity game called "Lionel Messi XI vs World XI".
Mr Bling has made a name for himself by applying expensive crystals and diamonds to fashion and luxury decorations.
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| This image is actually made from Swarovski crystals and is worth £50 million Photos: Mr Bling |
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