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Forgotten John Constable Painting: $37 buy authenticated at $315,000; other 2024 finds hidden in plain sight

Source: Times of India
Category: Technology
Region: General
Published: October 17, 2026 at 09:56

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Hidden away in a cupboard for years, a painting believed to be by John Constable was recently found and has skyrocketed in value from its auction price of $37 to an astounding $315,000. This extraordinary revelation joins the ranks of remarkable discoveries, like a rare Lego mask and a Victorian brooch, which emphasize that ordinary objects can possess extraordinary worth.

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