Painting Found in Maine Attic Sells for $1.4 Million, and That’s Just the Start

Every so often you hear about people finding incredibly valuable items in their attic.  Last week was one of those moments as it was revealed a possible Rembrandt was discovered at a home in Camden, Maine.

The painting sold at auction for $1.4 million, without absolute verification of authenticity, although it looks very promising after a few experts viewed it, according to cnn.com.

The painting cannot be verified until art scholars look at it very closely, but the unidentified buyer thought it was worth the risk, as it could be valued at millions more than what was paid through auction.

A painting by a Master is not the only thing an auction house can offer.

Here's where the rest of us should take notice.

Thomaston Place Auction Galleries of Maine auctions more than just fine paintings, antique coins, and vintage furniture.   The auction house has so much more to offer, especially for the casual buyer.

Did you know the the gallery also auctions off farm equipment, trucks, and other vehicles?

It depends on what they gather from their clients, but often they perform entire home surveys to see what is still valuable.  All types of items are discovered.

A Louis Vuitton hat box trunk sold for $10,000 in the past, while flatbed trucks and snow plows are equally as desirable and profitable.

A jade ring with diamonds was on the auction block, and sold for a fraction of the value. Yes, there are deals, but you have to know the products too. You can follow the live auction and bid from the website.

It's easy to find out what's going out to bid or what's been up for auction in the past. Follow Thomastonauction.com or check any local auction house.  You'll be surprised what you find.  It's not always a Rembrandt, but something that maybe is a treasure to you.