An 18-carat gold toilet designed by Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan, once stolen in a daring Blenheim Palace heist, has just sold for a staggering $12.1 million (£9.3m) to Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Solid gold toilet, a sculpture by Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan (Image: AP)

If you want to feel like royalty, or some sort of Borat-esque extravagant dictator while you go for a number two, you can now do so sitting comfortably on an 18-carat gold toilet.

The lavish loo, created by Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan , has just been auctioned for millions, and it may very well be open to be used by the general public.

The Maurizio Cattelan golden throne doesn’t only provide its user with a VIP experience of relieving yourself, but it also comes with some interesting history. Back

See Full Page