Finding a Diamond in the Rough
I’ve visited some great consignments and thrift stores but I’ve had a few disappointing adventures as well. So don’t get discouraged if you don’t see anything worth your while the first couple times. You know what best suits your fancy – wait for it and it will come! Trust yourself.
While looking through knick knacks and other odds and ends I sometimes find . . . it! For me an ’it’ is something that will illuminate my personality and character. For you – it could be an awesome antique bowl, designer shoes, or a print by one of your favorite artists.
A few summers ago, I visited the G.W. Boutique and low and behold I saw it! While shifting through stacked wall hangings I came across a Bob Timberlake print! I grabbed that framed print and took off running through the store. Despite stares and funny looks, I didn’t slow my progress but rather kept right on trucking it until I found my mom near the front.
We are both fans of Bob Timerlake’s naturalistic landscapes and details of the American South. I proudly held up the dust covered print “Early Janquils,” labeled 1225/1250 with the painter’s John Hancock signed in the bottom right, and gave her a big toothy smile. Upon turning it over I realized this print had its certificate of authenticity in a pocket on the back. We could hardly conceal our excitement! This involved quite a lot of jumping up and down but after a reassuring talk with mom we headed for the checkout counter.
Once in line I rechecked the yellow price sticker on the front glass. The sticker still read $7.00. We paid the lady at the counter and took our treasure home. My mother checked the resale value of the print and it is worth an estimated $900.00. I couldn’t believe it – I was in total shock.
Here is a link to the secondary market prices on Bob Timberlake website:
The painting now hangs in the living room above my couch. I am so glad I have this print because it reminds me of early spring in North Carolina.
Don’t be deceived by the dust, dander and cobwebs that collect on discarded items. Among them you will often find diamonds in the rough.
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