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On May 11, 26 of LaFrance’s paintings will be auctioned off in an online auction.
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LaFrance was a globally-recognized artist born in Graves County in 1919 who specialized in painting folk art oil paintings from memory.
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The public viewing of the 26-piece collection is May 9 at Independence Bank in Mayfield.
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The PHPG is looking for investors to help purchase LaFrance’s paintings.
JEREMIAH HATCHER | The Sun
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The Paducah Historical Preservation Group is asking for the public’s help to acquire 26 original pieces of renowned artist Helen LaFrance’s work. The PHPG hopes to start a collection in her home region of western Kentucky.
LaFrance was a globally-recognized artist born in Graves County in 1919 who specialized in painting folk art oil paintings from memory.
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