George Washington artwork hidden in folder for 60 years sold for $226,600
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A remarkable early 19th-century folk art piece, showcasing George Washington, has achieved a staggering auction price of $226,600 after lying dormant for 60 years. This striking artwork embodies the fraktur tradition of Pennsylvania German heritage, adorned with patriotic imagery. The strong interest stemmed from its superb condition and rich historical context, illustrating the enduring passion for distinguished American folk art among collectors and institutions alike.
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- https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/in-the-early-1800s-a-pennsylvania-artist-painted-george-washington-and-a-13-star-eagle-on-a-bookplate-after-over-60-years-in-a-private-collection-it-emerged-from-a-manila-folder-and-sold-for-226600/articleshow/135143813.cms
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- 23/10/2026 12:07 UTC
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- 23/10/2026 12:40 UTC
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