Currently, this artwork is not available for sale, though the owning company may consider substantial offers. It transcends being merely a painting; it embodies a poignant story of resilience. The piece traces a family’s escape from World War II to Brazil, where they sold it to an antique shop. For 30 years, it sat there, finally purchased in the 1970s. It remained with the family for decades, during which time an heir, inspired by curiosity, removed it from the wall, investing in research and expert evaluations, including X- ray analyses, which led to a historic discovery. This simple painting transformed from a modest wall piece into an astounding revelation in the art world.
Experts praise the painting’s magnetic presence and emotional depth, capturing hearts with the protective gaze of a figure holding a child. Many believe this piece evokes the same allure and intrigue as renowned masterpieces, resonating deeply with viewers.
Over the past two years, this artwork has become one of the most discussed and shared art discoveries, ranking among the top five most viewed art stories online. Consequently, its valuation has surged, potentially exceeding $100 million.
Remarkably, a painting bought for a modest sum in São Paulo’s Bixiga neighborhood has now been unveiled as a $100 million hidden masterpiece, a revelation that’s shaken the art world. The Global Family Support Foundation, an American nonprofit, has secured exclusive rights to market and represent this artwork globally.
The Discovery
In the 1970s, a businessman bought an unsigned still-life painting in Bixiga for $4,000, believed to be by an unknown European artist. A 2021 X-ray during restoration, however, revealed a hidden image: a male figure holding a child. Experts now attribute the original painting to Luis Meléndez (1716-1780), though the hidden figure’s author remains unconfirmed. This discovery turned a modest acquisition into a phenomenal masterpiece, now valued at $100 million.
From Europe to Bixiga: A Story Across Generations
Historical records suggest the painting was bought from a European immigrant family fleeing World War
- The piece, attributed to Meléndez or possibly Francisco de Zurbarán, spent decades in an antique shop before a São Paulo businessman purchased it for an apartment in the 1970s.
The Heir’s Journey
In the late 1980s, the painting passed to the businessman’s son, “Marcos.” Reflecting on its rise to fame, he admits, “I am living a dream I never imagined; it even scares me a little.” Marcos’s father, who passed away in 1992, had gifted it to him as a work by a master Spanish artist. Although receiving multimillion- dollar offers since 2020, Marcos feels the painting holds a life of its own, drawing people in.
Global Family Support Foundation’s Role
The Global Family Support Foundation’s involvement adds depth to this discovery. As the exclusive global representative, the foundation seeks to leverage the painting’s popularity to inspire art communities worldwide. Known for its commitment to inclusion, it envisions this masterpiece as a symbol of diversity and cultural unity.
Contact: [email protected] GlobalFamilySupport.org