Art Appraisal and History

The transcript discusses a painting featuring Ann and Joseph Jacobs from Worcester, Ohio, painted around 1838. The painting, acquired from distant cousins, reflects the family's wealth, likely from owning a mill. The appraiser highlights its Midwestern Folk Art style, noting its unsigned nature and unique depiction of two children with a cat and pull toy. Despite some conservation work, the painting retains its original frame. Purchased for $20,000, its current estimated value is $30,000 to $40,000, with potential for higher auction returns. The painting is considered a significant piece of Ohio Folk Art.

Where did Ann and Joseph Jacobs live?

• Cincinnati, Ohio

• Columbus, Ohio

• Worcester, Ohio

• Cleveland, Ohio

In what year was Ann Jacobs born?

• 1835

• 1840

• 1833

• 1838

How did the guest acquire the painting?

• Bought from distant cousins

• Gifted by a friend

• Found at an auction

• Inherited from parents

What business did the Jacobs family own?

• A general store

• A blacksmith shop

• A mill

• A bakery

What is unique about the painting's composition?

• It depicts a historical event

• It includes two children

• It features a landscape

• It is signed by the artist

What animal is Ann holding in the painting?

• A dog

• A rabbit

• A bird

• A cat

What conservation method was used on the painting?

• Framing

• Varnishing

• Repainting

• Relining

How much did the appraiser pay for the painting?

• $20,000

• $10,000

• $25,000

• $15,000

What is the estimated current value of the painting?

• $30,000 to $40,000

• $10,000 to $20,000

• $40,000 to $50,000

• $20,000 to $30,000

How long has the appraiser been selling antiques in Ohio?

• 30 years

• 25 years

• 20 years

• 15 years