"From $15,000 to $18 Million: The Astonishing Discovery of a Rembrandt Masterpiece"

A painting initially valued at $15,000 has been identified as an autograph work by Rembrandt and is now expected to sell for up to $18 million at auction. Titled "The Adoration of the Kings," the painting was acquired in 1955 and remained unseen until it was sold by Christie's in 2019. Sotheby's conducted an 18-month research project, including x-rays and infrared imaging, to confirm its attribution. The painting, depicting the encounter between the Three Wise Men and baby Jesus, is considered a rare and significant find, shedding light on Rembrandt's early career. It will be auctioned on December 6.