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Rare Edvard Munch Woodcut Resurfaces in England with £50,000 to £80,000 Auction Estimate
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What Happened?
A rare woodcut by Edvard Munch, purchased in Norway in 1969, is set to be auctioned in England with an estimated price of £50,000 to £80,000 on October 28, 2026.
Key points
- The woodcut titled Melancholy III was bought in 1969 and remained with the same family for 57 years.
- It is expected to sell for between £50,000 and £80,000 at auction.
- The print measures 37.8 by 47.2 cm and is printed on thick, cream-colored wove paper.
- The artwork was rediscovered during a routine valuation by Catherine Southon Auctioneers.
- Munch's Melancholy III is based on events from his life in Åsgårdstrand in 1891.
Key insights
- The print's rediscovery highlights the ongoing interest in Munch's early works.
- The auction could set a precedent for the valuation of similar artworks in the future.
- Potential buyers may be drawn to the unique printing technique used by Munch.
Why it matters
The auction of this rare print could attract significant interest from collectors and art enthusiasts.
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Entities
Edvard Munch· PersonCatherine Southon Auctioneers & Valuers· OrganizationNorway· CountryEngland· CountryMelancholy III· Artwork
Source
Times of India
