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CHURCH, VA.- The area around Washington, D.C., has always been a
sweet spot for European art discoveries because so many high-ranking diplomats
and government officials live there. Traditionally, these are sophisticated
people who’ve traveled extensively and returned home to the nation’s capital
with art and antiques acquired during their overseas stints. Matthew
Quinn, partner in Quinn’s Auction Galleries, is accustomed to dealing with
consignments and estate contents from D.C.’s diplomats and high society, so it
takes something rather special to capture his imagination.