Discarded Artwork in the Attic
Masterpieces in the Dust
In 2014, a woman cleaning her late father’s attic in Norway discovered a painting covered in dust. Initially dismissed as an amateur work, the painting was later identified as an original by Norwegian artist Edvard Munch, known for “The Scream,” adding immense value to the find.
Art Auction Triumph
After authentication and restoration, the painting was sold for over $3 million at auction. The attic painting’s transformation from forgotten junk to a prized masterpiece became a celebrated story in the art world. This incredible find underscored the hidden value in neglected artworks.
