The article discusses two significant artworks heading to auction: Gerhard Richter's 'Mann mit zwei Kindern', estimated at $4m to $6m, and Frans Post's 'View of Olinda', estimated at $6m to $8m. Richter's work, featuring his friend Sigmar Polke, represents a foundational example of his photo-like paintings and connects the histories of three influential German artists. In contrast, Post's piece from 1666, which depicts Brazilian scenes, is anticipated to break auction records after its surprising revival from an attic in Connecticut, originally purchased for $2.2m.
Gerhard Richter's 'Mann mit zwei Kindern' is poised to make its auction debut, connecting three notable German painters with its foundational photo-like style.
Frans Post's 'View of Olinda' is expected to set a new auction record, showcasing intricate details of Brazil's flora and fauna, rediscovered in a Connecticut attic.
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