# East Rutherford warehouse reveals century-old treasures

> Concert promoter finds 20,000+ artworks and memorabilia in abandoned storage warehouse ahead of liquidation sale
- Title: East Rutherford warehouse reveals century-old treasures
- Summary: Concert promoter finds 20,000+ artworks and memorabilia in abandoned storage warehouse ahead of liquidation sale 20,000+ items including Charles Dana Gibson…
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- Source: ABC7 New York — https://abc7ny.com/post/holman-storage-warehouse-east-rutherford-unveils-hidden-artworks-treasures-ahead-liquidation-sale/19848282
- Published: 2026-09-19T00:52:50+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: holman storage warehouse, east rutherford, charles dana gibson, gibson girl, liquidation sale, new jersey, news, local
## Abandoned warehouse discovery
Concert promoter Cliff Witmyer uncovered thousands of items including artwork and memorabilia in East Rutherford storage warehouse.

> Most of the valuable paintings that we believe are valuable, and of course we are not experts, are in here
## Charles Dana Gibson sketch
A purported Gibson painting sketch from Charles Dana Gibson, creator of Gibson Girl illustrations, was found in storage.

> This is an original... supposedly, Gibson painting sketch from Charles Gibson
## Expert verification
Queens Historical Society executive director Jason Antos confirmed the sketch appears authentic with Gibson's signature style.

> Looks like the real deal to me
## Potential value
The sketch could sell for up to $2,000, part of 20,000+ items being liquidated this weekend.
## Liquidation sale details
20,000+ items including sports memorabilia and collectibles will be sold at weekend liquidation sale.
## Key takeaway

20,000+ items including Charles Dana Gibson sketches could be sold at weekend liquidation sale