Npr - 05/05/2024 12:00

The original ’Harry Potter’ book cover art is expected to break records at auction

Sotheby's June 26 auction of Thomas Taylor's watercolor illustration for emHarry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone emis estimated to sell for $400,000-$600,000.

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