Woman Pays $30 for Thrift Store Art—Then Discovers What It’s Actually Worth
Summary
A woman named Sara bought a piece of art from a thrift store for $30 and later learned it could be worth nearly $1,000. The artwork is a signed and numbered serigraph by artist John Powell, known for detailed and colorful compositions.Key Facts
- Sara bought the artwork for $30 at a thrift store.
- The piece is called Enchanted Forest, created by John Powell.
- It is a serigraph, a type of screen print made using ink and a stencil.
- The artwork is signed by the artist in pencil and numbered, increasing its value.
- Similar pieces have sold online for $425 to $625.
- John Powell was an artist who painted detailed compositions and passed away in May 2025 at age 94.
- Sara plans to keep the artwork in her home because she values its story, not just its price.
- She shares her finds and their histories on her Instagram account @thriftswithsara.
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