Best Moment: 1892 H. F. Farny Watercolor & Gouache Painting
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Published 2018-11-29
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All Comments (21)
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The response is beautiful, but my favourite thing about this clip is that the appraiser didn’t build it up, make a fuss, she simply did her job so wonderfully without wanting to be a hero or detract from the piece; that is a true professional and I applaud her for it.
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The appraiser has no ego; she totally understands that it's this girl's moment and allows her to process it as she needs to, a magnificent connection to others. Great job Meredith
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This is one of the most charming Roadshow appraisals in their history. I think her response has so much to do with her relationship and love for her grandmother. So sweet.
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This has to be the most authentic reaction I've seen on AR.
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a genuinely humble, naturally honest and unassuming reaction to being told the monetary value of the painting. instead of some kind of greed, she actually displays a sense of loss because now she cannot simply just enjoy the painting without being confronted or burdened by how much money it is worth... having to always be concerned that someone could steal it or something like her dog could harm it. an unpretentious heart.
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I didn’t see dollar signs in her expression, but awe at how important this painting is. She obviously treasured this beautiful picture before she knew it’s monetary worth. Here she found out it is a treasure in more than artistic merit. Fabulous.
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I love that her first response was, 'So, I can't hang it up." It stopped being a painting and became something too valuable to have.
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“So I can’t hang it up” That made me tear up. It really shows you where her heart lies. Poor girl. The memories and nostalgia of her grandmother will no longer be a comforting reminder hanging on the wall. I think it may have hurt her. She has a wonderful heart
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I love that they give her time to react and allow us to observe uninterrupted. What a beautiful moment.
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So I can’t hang it up!! Shows how much that picture ment to her. Beautiful
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I think the reason why she is crying isn't because of how much it's worth but because she knew how special this painting was. The valuation only confirmed what she always knew. Such a beautiful video.
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I got a little emotional watching this knowing it was her grandmas painting. It’s like the grandma was taking care of her granddaughter and she just realized this.
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She's such a wonderful person. You can tell by her reaction.
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I'm from Wales. I've met a few Americans in Tanzania. Always, without fail, awesome. This upload, in my experience, represents those beautiful souls that I've met.
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This is absolutely my favorite moment on the show not only her sweet reaction but the painting is the most beautiful thing I’ve ever seen.
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You know this kind of reaction had to be one of the highlights of that appraiser's career. So sweet.
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what a lovely girl and what a lovely story someone up there looking out for her
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This is by far the best reaction to an appraisal I have ever seen on AR. This women had no idea she was sitting on a quarter million dollar painting. The legacy this women's grandmother left is priceless.
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She seems like such a nice girl. Good for her.
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I've probably seen this one a dozen times. And tear up every time just because she is so genuine, and the moment is real.And there's something priceless in this moment.
