Missing for 50 years, original Yes album cover painting returns; Roger Dean's 'Fragile' artwork to go under hammer for £75,000

In brief

Yes' iconic album 'Fragile' cover painting was returned to its creator Roger Dean after being missing for nearly 50 years. Art Recovery International successfully negotiated the painting's return following a suspicious claim by a collector. The original artwork will be auctioned on December 2, 2026, with an estimated value of £75,000. Dean noted that he recognized the painting, despite noticing some changes over the…