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A mechanic found hundreds of canvases thrown into a dumpster and now they're worth millions

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A mechanic found hundreds of canvases thrown into a dumpster and now they're worth millions .

The works were created by Francis Mattson Hines , who was famous for weaving diaphanous fabrics around Washington Square Arch in geometric patterns back in 1980 .

The mechanic-turned-art-dealer Jared Whipple has collaborated with art gallery Hollis Taggart to give Hines ’ work the proper respect and celebration it deserves.

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45

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38

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25

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semi-formal

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English

Language complexity

35

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not offensive

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not hateful

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medium-lived

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