An oil on canvas painting by the renowned French artist Èdouard Leon Cortes (1992-1969) sold for $25,960, more than doubling the high estimate.

Why? It's because folk art sells because of its story ... as much as the beauty of the work itself," said Miller. The paintings sold resemble works by Maud Lewis, but her husband would add his own ...

Hindman will present property from the collection of Frances G. Scaife as a highlight of its December 7th American & European Art auction.

Why? It’s because folk art sells because of its story … as much as the beauty of the work itself,” said Miller. The paintings sold resemble works by Maud Lewis, but her husband would add his ...

HALIFAX — An art dealer says a painting by the husband of renowned folk artist Maud Lewis sold Sunday for $5,500, with part of its attraction being that he falsely signed his wife's name to his work.