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An English artist paid £2,090 for a painting listed only as ‘in the style of’ Helen McNicoll

Source: Times of India
Category: Technology
Region: UK
Published: September 24, 2026 at 12:34

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David Taylor made an astonishing find at a UK auction when he acquired an oil painting incorrectly attributed to Helen McNicoll for just £2,090. After expert examination, it was confirmed to be McNicoll's masterpiece, The Bean Harvest, appraised at £300,000. Canadian collector Pierre Lassonde later purchased the artwork for £174,000, ensuring its return to public viewing after a century, highlighting the often-hidden treasures lurking in regional auction houses.

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