Yes album cover missing for decades returns to artist, heads to £75,000 auction

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 years.