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Dean Cornwell (American 1892-1960) "The Man Who was Wealthy but not Wise," 1927, 30 x 40 1/2 in. (76.2 x 102.9 cm.), Frame: 38 x 48 in. (96.5 x 121.9 cm.)

Sold for $19,000 at Simpson Galleries, LLC on May 16, 2026.

Dean Cornwell (American 1892-1960) "The Man Who was Wealthy but not Wise," 1927, 30 x 40 1/2 in. (76.2 x 102.9 cm.), Frame: 38 x 48 in. (96.5 x 121.9 cm.) auction lot image

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DEAN CORNWELL (American 1892-1960) "The Man Who was Wealthy but not Wise," 1927, oil on canvas, signed with initials and dated at lower right, "DC / 27."

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