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Coe College in Iowa cannot sell Grant Wood paintings that were gifted to it in 1976, the Iowa Supreme Court ruled. A letter of intent accompanying the gift clearly indicated the paintings should remain with the college and not be transferred for monetary gain.

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa – Coe College in Iowa cannot sell Grant Wood paintings that were gifted to it in 1976, the Iowa Supreme Court ruled. A letter of intent accompanying the gift clearly indicated the paintings should remain with the college and not be transferred for monetary gain.

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