THOMASTON, Maine – A stunning discovery was made in an attic in Camden, Maine, when a Rembrandt painting, “Portrait of a Girl,” was found and later sold for a whopping $1.4 million.
The 17th-century masterpiece by Dutch artist Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn was unearthed by renowned art appraiser and auctioneer Kaja Veilleux during a routine house call. Interestingly, a label on the back of the frame indicated that the painting had been loaned to the Philadelphia Museum of Art for an exhibition back in 1970.
Reflecting on the find, Veilleux shared, “On house calls, we often go in blind, not knowing what we’ll find. The home was filled with wonderful pieces, but it was in the attic, among stacks of art, that we found this remarkable portrait.”
Born in 1606, Rembrandt was known for his diverse range of subjects, including portraits, landscapes, and historical scenes. “Portrait of a Girl” was painted on an oak panel and showcased in a hand-carved gold Dutch frame, adding to its allure.
The excitement continued when an auction by Thomaston Place Auction Galleries generated intense bidding on August 24. Ultimately, a European collector secured the prized artwork for a staggering $1.41 million.
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