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Antique Statue Found in Biscuit Cupboard
A woman on Antiques Roadshow discovers a valuable bronze statue by a famous sculptor while looking for biscuits.
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Hamo Thorneycroft
- What was the estimated value of the discovered item?
- The woman who owned the statue was surprised and delighted by its unexpectedly high value. She was initially drawn to the detail of the uniform depicted in the sculpture.
- What was discovered on Antiques Roadshow, and where was it found?
- A woman on the BBC's Antiques Roadshow discovered a bronze statue by Hamo Thorneycroft, a renowned English sculptor, while searching for biscuits. The statue, valued at £1500-£2500, was found in a cupboard.
- Who created the discovered item, and what is their significance in art history?
- The expert on Antiques Roadshow was astonished by the level of detail and the discovery of the sculptor's signature. He noted that Thorneycroft was a significant figure who moved away from the mass-produced sculptures common at the time.
Cognitive Concepts
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Framing Bias
The article presents the discovery as a positive and surprising event, emphasizing the excitement and value of the statue. It could have focused more on the potential legal questions and its place in broader art history.
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Language Bias
The language used is largely neutral and descriptive, although terms like "incredible" and "astonished" convey a positive tone.
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Bias by Omission
The article focuses primarily on the positive aspects of the discovery, without exploring potential downsides such as the legality of finding such items in a cupboard.