Paintings found in skip by dog walkers sell for £16,000 at auction
Summary
A couple found two paintings in a skip while walking their dog and later sold them at auction for £16,000. The paintings were by Louis Wain, a famous British artist known for his cat drawings.Key Facts
- The couple found the paintings in a skip and hung them in their home for several years.
- They researched the artist and learned it was Louis Wain, celebrated for his cat art from the late 1800s and early 1900s.
- The paintings sold for £16,000 at Rogers Jones Auctioneers.
- Louis Wain struggled financially during his life and often sold artwork for small amounts.
- Wain's life inspired the 2021 film, The Electrical Life of Louis Wain, starring Benedict Cumberbatch.
- Wain worked as an art teacher and freelance artist before becoming famous for his cat drawings.
- British law says taking items from skips can be risky without permission because the items may still belong to someone or pose safety hazards.
- The couple chose to remain anonymous but shared their story through the auction house.
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