Barnes' painting sold for millions; card fetches mere dollars

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A painting by Ernie Barnes, "The Sugar Shack," sold for $15.275 million at auction, a price far exceeding initial expectations. The painting's popularity stems from its iconic status, having inspired the "Good Times" television show and a major 2025 film, despite its initial $200,000 valuation. Barnes, the artist, also had a five-year NFL career. Despite the painting's value, Barnes' 1964 Topps football card sells for around $4, highlighting the differing values of art and sports memorabilia.


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