$4 thrift-store painting authenticated as N.C. Wyeth sells for over $100,000

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What happened

Tracy Donahue found a painting by N.C.

Wyeth at a thrift store for just four dollars.

After years in storage, she discovered its authenticity during spring cleaning when she saw a signature.

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  • Reported by Times of India and published Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:27:00 UTC.

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