A BBC television program has uncovered a painting that experts say is 'enormously important' and worth more than £100,000. The work was created by Katherine Read, an 18th-century Scottish artist. The discovery was made during filming for the series 'Fake or Fortune', which investigates the authenticity and value of artworks. The painting had been unknown to experts before the show's researchers examined it. Read, who lived from 1723 to 1778, was a portrait painter who worked in London and India. Her works are rare, making this find significant. The painting's estimated value of over £100,000 reflects its importance and scarcity. The episode will air on BBC One. The show's presenters expressed excitement about the find, noting that Read's contributions to art history have often been overlooked. This discovery sheds new light on her career and the art of the period.