Painting of 19th century Hallowell cityscape sells for $201,600 at Sotheby’s auction
The piece, painted around 1860, was bought by Connecticut-based American folk art dealer David Schorsch, who said it will become inventory at his business.
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This 19th century painting by an unknown artist features a circa 1860s view of Hallowell. It was auctioned by Sotheby’s for more than $200,000.
Photo courtesy of Sotheby’s
A 19th century painting of Hallowell’s cityscape as seen from Chelsea defied a $50,000 price estimate at auction at Sotheby’s, eventually selling last month for $201,600.
The painting is not signed, and the artist is unknown. But to the buyer, Connecticut-based art dealer David Schorsch, that is the magic of folk art.