Overview

• The painting, 'A Field of Bluebonnets, San Antonio,' was nearly donated during a family move.
• It was gifted to Carlotta Preston in 1922 and remained in the family for over a century.
• The family did not realize its value until recently; it was initially listed for $30,000.
• Julian Onderdonk, known as the father of Texas painting, created the artwork in 1921.
• The auction also featured other Onderdonk pieces, highlighting his significant impact on Texas art.