Charlotte Meyer discovered a folder containing 35 original Rembrandt etchings while organizing her family home in Zutphen, Netherlands, during the COVID-19 pandemic. Inherited from her grandfather, who purchased them for a nominal sum in the early 20th century, the works were authenticated by the Rembrandt House Museum in Amsterdam after being stored in a drawer for decades.
This discovery highlights the enduring potential for significant historical finds within private family archives and underscores the volatile valuation of Old Master prints. While some Rembrandt etchings have recently fetched record-breaking millions at auction, this collection will transition from private obscurity to public view in an upcoming exhibition at the Stedelijk Museum Zutphen.