1923 Frank Schoonover Oil Painting | Best Moment | ANTIQUES ROADSHOW | PBS

[@yourgarage]

I love the authenticity of this guy, recollecting on the memories of his mom and dad and you can tell how much this painting means to him.

[@MrLoobu]

And how much more 125k means to anyone.

[@sarahdixon6011]

Yesss he knew already tho 😉

[@richardkocksworthy8423]

Really???? He looks sooo fake!!!!

[@dans4270]

@@richardkocksworthy8423 same. Probably stole it lol

[@libertyordeaf]

I think he became emotional not because of the money but because the valuation affirmed that his parents were intelligent people with good taste and judgement.

[@tankmac5584]

Must have been a great family to grow up with, Dad loves to read to the kids, mom saves up for 2 years to buy a special gift like that. Their story is worth way more than any painting.

[@bloodgrss]

Yes, but isn't it nice the painting is worth a lot too...

[@Pludrike]

No its not. The painting was the only thing with somewhat value here.

[@bloodgrss]

@@Pludrike Hmmm, such a silly comment makes me feel you had a troubled childhood 'Disco', and have taken to many drugs...

[@mathewt.george6410]

Amen! A family that loved to read. A couple that loved each other to bits. A son who sheds a tear today, thinking of the mother's sacrifice... a great family, no doubt.

[@bloodgrss]

@@mathewt.george6410 Yes-and nice that in this case (not, sadly, always so), that love and devotion was repaid in financial greatness too.

[@courtneyhawkins4072]

Awwwww his mother must of loved her husband dearly I can tell this man is proud of his parents. What a beautiful picture and a great memory to share with everybody thank you.

[@djuanstanziola9882]

@@cluelessbeekeeping1322 You are nuts, right? Didn't you momma love at least? lmao, poor creature!

[@hd-xc2lz]

@@cluelessbeekeeping1322 And yet here you are spreading the love! Cluelessbee, we only live once, please don't waste precious time on these silly online hate cults. Stop with the self pity, and put yourself out there again, risk heartbreak.

[@cluelessbeekeeping1322]

@@djuanstanziola9882 All my comments have been deleted by...I guess youtube. Thanks youtube, you suck!

[@tifu678]

His mother must HAVE loved ..... you’re welcome!

[@virgiltibbs9906]

courtney hawkins ‘must have’, ‘must’ve’, better NEVER ‘must of’

[@shaz75750]

Ahh what a lovely guy. I'm so glad he got such a good valuation

[@mortalclown3812]

Exactly. Found myself wishing him all fine things, but think he's already blessed.

[@britewires4305]

wouldn't it be bittersweet if he'd be in need of money?

[@LinkRocks]

Sounds like he had a nice family too. I'm happy for him and I hope he got a good chunk of change if he decided to sell the painting.

[@scrimmy45]

What a lovely, genuine reaction from the owner who clearly loved his parents so much. And a fine painting too..

[@Mussi93]

Yeah, he seems like a good guy.

[@robertgreen5217]

Jackpot 👍

[@nz7921]

Soooo touching...reflecting on his parents and the memories this painting brings back...

[@ctmagnus760]

Well spoken gentleman and his response is as genuine as they come. Really like watching this one. You can learn a LOT from AR!

[@parthsavyasachi9348]

The fact that she saved for 2 years - priceless and far more valuable than the painting itself.

[@kensolar69]

And not a bad return on 500$

[@golden.lights.twinkle2329]

They must have wondered why they had cheap dinners for two years.

[@hensonlaura]

Proverbs 31:10; "who can find a virtuous woman for her price is far above rubies".

[@marjoriecoey3418]

Saved from food money. Loved books...my kind of people!

[@chrismaggio7879]

I love that this wasn't some yardsale find for $10, even though those are fun to watch, but this is a family who all participated in the generous and thoughtful experience of mom treating dad to something special and meaningful. And for it to become the revered and respected piece that it has become is almost the icing on her love for him. From the humbleness of the son I would assume it had greater value to the father than money, because it came from her. And I do love that painting!

[@fritzcat6198]

I love everything about this man. Such kind-hearted lovely demeanor.

[@MISNM0]

❤❤❤

[@dafterite]

Great clip. It's refreshing to see a guest who exchanges quite a bit of information back and forth without interrupting and talking over the appraiser.

[@pla5730]

How endearing .. Bless his heart

[@DixieNormus209]

His reaction is priceless

[@livefully7568]

Reaction Valuation: 2020: $0.00 2021: I'm owed $5

[@gmr2gnr]

@@livefully7568 hahahahaha

[@mlh4711]

you must be really gullible

[@rneoman]

Good actor ,do you think he didn't research the thing himself first

[@DixieNormus209]

yeah i barely figured it out thanks doofuses

[@shirleytaylor186]

This mans reaction and stories of remembrance are so endearing.

[@Elmer-hf1je]

The best actors in the world , can’t fake the genuine emotion that man felt , it brought me to tears watching him , bless him !

[@minnie7700]

This man's response was beyond sweet! I'm sure his parents are smiling down from heaven.

[@johndoran3274]

The expression on his face when she gave him the value was priceless. I love to see the little guy win.

[@kristine8338]

❤️

[@bertroost1675]

But the IRS loves to take that win away.

[@johndoran3274]

@@bertroost1675 That’s why private sales are the best sales.🤫

[@Karma-qt4ji]

Is it a win though? Sentimental value being overruled by cash value is not always a good thing. Having lost both parents myself, there are items they owned that I still have because they are special to me, but I am not sure how I would feel if someone offered my a huge wad of cash to part with them.

[@TheErockaustin]

@@Karma-qt4ji I think that is part of the tears. He instantly knows he's going to sell it, it is too much money. So there is some sadness there. It could also be relief that it wasn't a lower number he would agonize over... would he sell it for $10k? $50k? Maybe some pride too, that something that was so dear to his parents and him is valued.

[@wrenlinwhitelight3007]

Appraisals by Debra J. Force are always incredible. She is a top tier Antique expert, almost unmatched.

[@darcybowers3258]

She is an absolute gem!

[@Itbebobby]

I LOVE what he had to say about what his Mom and Dads different responses to the appraisal would be. It is absolutely brilliant and so funny.

[@narelleravesi4993]

Bless this man and what a wonderful story of love between his parents 👏👏❤️

[@dannysunay8099]

They were part of the best generation.

[@kristine8338]

A lesson learned 🙏

[@psw4763]

What a nice gentlemen and quite a storyteller himself. Love his reaction of tears thinking about his great parents and acquiring the painting many years ago.

[@janedoe-ex5wo]

I hope this man never gets rid of this piece.❤️

[@vjdunkey]

What an amazing clip. His reaction and thinking to his parents right away was beautiful. He seemed to grow up in a loving family and you can see they bought up a great man. xx

[@longsleevethong1457]

This guys family sounds wonderful. His father liking to read to his kids?? And his mom saves money for two years for a gift? I’ll never know a love like that. And this dude is so genuine. Great story. Thanks.

[@tomfurgas2844]

This gentleman has both intelligence and heart. I am very glad he got such a nice appraisal. I have the feeling he'd never sell the painting for any amount, it means too much to him.

[@firsargentum5920]

Yeah, that struck me too but there's something kinda' sad about the fact that that it's worth a haul of cash makes him cry ... people's happiness is too bound up in money.

[@MKu64]

@@firsargentum5920 Yea I don’t think it was the money itself though - more that it was something his parents took effort to invest in, so the fact they would be proud that they did a good thing, was what he liked.

[@chrisbaxter3597]

@@MKu64 - Yeah right

[@wannabewanderer3861]

Maybe not, but his kids will

[@andrewroberts7428]

@@firsargentum5920 it's not the dollar amount that affects people, it's what the dollar amount represents

[@NemeanLion-]

He’s not crying because of the resale value, he’s crying because the price was verification of how magical this painting was to him and his family.

[@dfrost42]

@Polo T I agree with you, he must have done some basic research so surprise wasn't the emotion we are seeing, rather I believe like you Polo, he was simply overwelmed w/ an "official" confirmation. Good Eye Mr. Polo T!

[@NemeanLion-]

@Polo T people don’t cry spontaneously when they find out how much a painting is worth. Your deduction skills are very poor.

[@NemeanLion-]

@@dfrost42 he doesn’t have a good eye and neither do you.

[@NemeanLion-]

@Klemheist enjoy being miserable.

[@dfrost42]

@@NemeanLion- Aww My own little Troll, I'll love it and keep it and make it my own! lol

[@olliebond1232]

Great guy and great story. True spirit of America

[@theexperiment8498]

The loving family history behind the painting makes me love it too. What an incredibly thoughtful gift from the wife. What a blessed family.

[@rebeccastratton4114]

I love his memories of his family. It made the painting so much more valuable.

[@KingJerbear]

Love everything about this, a sweet man with fond memories of his family and an outstanding piece to go with the story.

[@Bluebird-77]

How sweet, she saved $5 every week. The painting is priceless because of the love and the memories.

[@davesstuff1599]

Amen. Great comment.

[@C.Double.]

What a genuine man... his initial response being that his parents would be floored over the value rather than considering how much it was worth to sell off.

[@bertmacklinfbi915]

What a genuine and sentimental dude, love it.

[@michellelivingstone6464]

People like this man deserve good things like this

[@karaamundson3964]

She made a grown man cry! Nostalgia really does have a value...even when it's not a specific price. In this case, it was just unexpected...as usual on this channel!

[@reggierico]

This is a good one...

[@pauladaniels-bc7rj]

What a lovely painting/illustration & a nice genuine guy who loved his dad x

[@odoacredacalcutta5085]

I love when both the untrained eye and the professional can both appreciate a work of art as much as it deserves. that painting is just stunningly beautiful. I don't have the money to buy that, but If I had i certainly would

[@nunyabidnis5407]

Good for him. Nice to have good memories of our parents. He had good ones.

[@michaelfleming8490]

I like how he takes that astonishing dollar figure and translates it into the real meaning behind the value: that people have been increasingly turned onto illustrations such as this. And how his father would have loved that. And of course momma made a great investment through old-school saving. This was a good one!

[@edithbannerman4]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@beautifulrecovery2337]

This man went from this well balanced graceful man to a little kid in seconds and I love it !!!!

[@rafalizola]

Loved this one, the love this man has for his parents

[@ewssw54321]

Love the story behind how a family acquired this painting. So much sentimental value over monetary, beautiful story!

[@cedarwho7]

She probably had to be tricky with meals losing 5 bucks a week for groceries. That is a lot back then. Bless them.

[@LambeauLeeeper]

Was thinking that as well.

[@jennyelliottbrown6680]

I remember as a young ' army ' bride, in 1969, having a an allowance book to draw my housekeeping money ( as soldiers could be sent off at short notice ). To save some money for Christmas, I would make my allowance last 8 days instead of 7, for 7 weeks, thus on the last week I had a whole free weeks allowance to buy treats and gifts for the family !!!! Ah, we knew how to make a £1 go a very long way !!!

[@JohnnySnipshow]

Jenny Elliott Brown cool story that's awesome

[@dannysunay8099]

5 dollars could get you quite a bit of groceries.

[@axiomist1076]

Yes, $5 would buy a whole bag of groceries in 1970 !

[@847-m6w]

The appreciation of both individuals and the connection towards this amazing art is priceless to see.

[@redcaddiedaddie]

I was an avid reader in my youth, & can recall seeing this artist's work in a few of the books I read- I ABSOLUTELY LOVED HIS STYLE! This man is so lucky to possess one of the original works!!

[@rl95719]

Such a beautiful story. His reaction was priceless.

[@murrayspiffy2815]

He loves the painting - I loved his reaction. The story behind the painting is more valuable to him than the actual cost - which is a marvelous sum.

[@edithbannerman4]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@michaelcastillo3231]

That’s more than awesome. The story makes it that much better.

[@edithbannerman4]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@poppypoppovich]

What a sweetheart this guy is. Love his story!

[@wokeupandsmellthecoffee214]

The guy gets choked when he hears the valuation and refers to his father, this always chokes me too. You can’t beat the Antiques roadshow for excellent interesting viewing.

[@jamescricketson9464]

Hi from England, you're welcome

[@mattstah9319]

All the money in the world could not buy you love and devotion like his father had. His reaction is priceless

[@MatthewPettyST1300]

Try this one. I cried with her. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rp7MmH2gp8loiac a Roadshow cream of the crop!

[@Tmanaz480]

Loved the story of the family picking out the painting together. What a cool idea.

[@AllLiveRounds]

This has to be the first painting ive ever admired and wished to own. Its so beautiful, hope he made a fortune when he sold it.

[@edithbannerman4]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@luiscalvillo3725]

A beautiful painting, a touching story, and a wonderful man.

[@jaymuzquiz2942]

One of the best reaction right next to that one girl with the oil painting of those Sioux Indians riding through a mountain. It was valued a few hundred thousand dollars and she starts crying. Then it goes to this man, then it goes to that one hippie with the Rolex watch worth 700 to 800 thousands which he flops to the ground. Those are the top three best reactions.

[@jaymuzquiz2942]

@Paul Steinwall Those are the top 3 reaction especially that girl with the oil painting of the Sioux warriors, I watched that one at least 10 times. This one is right next to it, his as her reaction was humble and sincere. That hippie guy was just flat out funny. This painting is being displayed in a museum back east for a few months. Because of this episode.

[@deborahchesebro408]

The hippie was a Veteran and purchased the watch while in service.

[@jaymuzquiz2942]

@@deborahchesebro408 Yes I know he was in ordinance disposal going around digging up unexploded mines.

[@jaymuzquiz2942]

@Paul Steinwall I agree, they are probably briefed on the specifics of their piece, except for the value. And that young lady with the Indian oil painting is the perfect example. That was a real beautiful response. As was this mans and that Hippie with the Rolex watch, that was just funny. These are the top three reactions. I bet this is the only one of those three that hasn't and will not go to auction to be sold. I believe this man will pass this painting as a family heirloom. The other two have been sold I bet.

[@dannysunay8099]

I saw that one as well! Just killed me!

[@djamesv]

Most respectful comment section on the entire internet! I love Antiques Roadshow.

[@markjeranek9802]

Reactions like this warm the cockles of yer heart or even lower than that, the sub-cockle region, reaching down to the spleen.

[@branon6565]

Mark Jeranek ....A Leary line....nice 👏

[@homerfantastic]

I miss my spleen

[@ChrisCoombes]

What a window into this man's childhood, I am happy for him.

[@rjr1227]

Thats awesome. His reaction says a ton. And I love the painting as well

[@gregorykrug8034]

This is one of the best reactions I have seen on this show.

[@david.thomas.108]

This is my favourite one yet, so wholesome.

[@LudwigHohlwein1974]

Beautiful picture, always a treat to discover a new artist from that golden era of illustration and hello?......Ker-CHING!! Result.

[@TacoStacks]

Wow that's an awesome painting!

[@CosmicDrift420]

Taco!

[@SuperSkinandHairCare]

Tears 😭...what a beautiful recollection of his mom and dad.

[@jeannek.srensen856]

Lovely guy, lovely story 🥰

[@JG26EZ1]

THAT, is the definition of "special". Awesome.

[@mizofan]

A fine painting, a moving story, a likeable guy, a loving family and a happy outcome. I'm enjoying exploring some US Roadshow clips, this is one of my favourites. Best wishes from Wales

[@shawnnixon2616]

What a truly beautiful back story to this paiting. $5 a week for two years is quite a bit of money in the 60's, especially while the painter was still living, which i assume cause they went to his studio to get it. For someone to plan a gift a few years ahead of time, has got to hold tremendous value, priceless is what id say. Thanks for sharing

[@travelinben1966]

I love this show,and the experts who share their vast knowledge on items that come their way.It's always incredibly interesting,and the history lessons learned are priceless.

[@mikenealon4042]

why we watch and love this program. his response, priceless. debra force, a treasure.

[@katharinesantana7147]

It’s got to be an amazing feeling! Congratulations 👍🏻

[@justintime41776]

It is a beautiful painting and beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

[@henkgaas9446]

Nice guy, hope he gets to keep it.

[@mortalclown3812]

He did keep it!

[@leesher1845]

That’s up to him. I would be tempted to sell it and I really love vintage art.

[@perentee77]

That moment when emotions overflow the cup always pull at my heart strings and gives me true happiness.

[@Nickcooperrei]

Can’t lie. I teared up seeing his reaction.

[@donnabuttery9316]

Me toooo....😊

[@CraigTulloch]

@@donnabuttery9316 You could see he was thinking of his late parents as she spoke. Touching moment.

[@Frank75288]

i cringed but i'm British , crying isn't something a man does

[@matthewpotter8491]

Stunning painting. Love it. Would be proud to have this in my house.

[@edithbannerman4]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@seethetruth3795]

Beautiful painting! Wonderful! If I had the money I would buy it for that price in a heartbeat.

[@clintoncollier]

What a sweet man! Lovely respite in a dreary day, thank you.

[@daniellep5968]

Love this show. ❤

[@hockema56]

Watching this video really just makes me want to meet this guy! He seems like the nicest dude ever.

[@skippymagrue]

It looks like N.C. Wyeth. I love this kind of illustration.

[@janedoe-ex5wo]

Pyle and Wyeth were connected

[@YaoEspirito]

Exactly the thing I was thinking. Very talented.

[@Lostkiwi431]

Such a sweet story on so many levels

[@really2345]

Yeah, my mom also took about $5 weekly from the food allowance, but instead of saving it she spent it on cigarettes.

[@shebamaree9026]

👍 mine too 👍

[@themonkeyhand]

Give your mom a hug. She was stressed out hard core and smoked to deal with it.

[@dannysunay8099]

L O L!!!

[@sr.saramariebelisleosf246]

The Way of Bonsai , o my gosh...🙃

[@saveriosalemme5366]

We must be cousins.

[@bar6578]

When the show comes to you, it's going to be a big one!

[@sodorflubbs5000]

That is such a beautiful reaction. It’s no nice to see that the money wasn’t really the thing and that he loved it for the memories it held.

[@sintesiz]

WOW! you can tell right off the bat, this is a gem! It's extraordinary how he painted the water in direct sunlight and in shadow to create the visual constrast to tell the story.

[@JD.Knight]

I love his first reaction was to think how happy his dad would be to know how popular these illustrations are, not the $125k price tag on it. 😁❤

[@theblock2424]

What a nice guy! He deserves it! And what awesome parents!

[@oltedders]

It looks like it needs a good cleaning. What a wonderful family heirloom.

[@Simonofcalifornia]

NO! if you ever come by old objects that you think might need cleaning don’t. In almost all cases damage and devaluation.

[@oltedders]

@@Simonofcalifornia I'm not suggesting a DIY. The painting obviously needs the attention of a professional conservator to clean it. Some objects should always be left in 'as found' condition. Not this. Professional conservation of this painting would enhance the value.

[@oltedders]

@Muddobber McCrablice It wouldn't be the 1st time that has happened.

[@Marcus_Wulfhart]

This dude is beyond thrilled to seel this thing immediately!

[@kami3000]

Every art museum: NO SUNLIGHT MAY EVER TOUCH THIS PAINTING! These guys: Let's put it in the middle of the garden.

[@CashIsKing_UseItOrLoseIt]

Ive thought that so many times with this show. bright sunlight hitting such old valuable paintings and no gloves with super old papers items as well.

[@Wheres-Wolfie]

I'm so happy for him!!! I love seeing people genuinely happy!

[@brianquinn6014]

What a sweet man

[@kevinegan8956]

Thank you......a wonderful story about a wonderful family. Beautiful.

[@mattrichardson4351]

I’m nearly in tears

[@jaylamb477]

Lovely, his reaction brought a tear to my eye

[@aimeecurry9774]

HIS REACTION WAS SWEET. IT IS OBVIOUSLY A VERY SENTIMENTAL PAINTING TO HIM.

[@Chef-vg4pu]

Best mom / wife / women/ person ever! Beautiful !

[@TheFlyingZulu]

5$ a week for about 2 years is only 520$... that's too cool. That's a great lesson about saving and buying something worthwhile for an investment.

[@estieramie]

In the 60s, that's around $4500 today. Quite the investment. This warmed my heart and made me shed a tear.

[@sisslarsen350]

@@estieramie Same here

[@SuperBenette]

That was a lot of money back then, I dont think it was a good investment, you could have invested in better returns for that money but it gave the dad a lot of pleasure and that s why it was worth every dime.

[@infrasleep]

@@SuperBenette Exactly ; you should buy a painting because you like it and it gives you pleasure. If it ends up being worth a fortune or nothing that's irrelevant (a bonus if it is worth a bit I admit !)

[@tongsllc]

$4500 in the 1960's may have been 1/4 of a $20,000 house. In the 70's, the price of a car. But $125k today is still a good invetment. Invest in what you enjoy!

[@zeropoint4151]

The painting is really beautiful. It's a good nostalgia of bygone times. The price truly merits its beauty.