Antiques Roadshow guest gobsmacked by value of Halloween ornament he paid $10 for

A guest on Antiques Roadshow was astounded to discover the value of a Halloween decoration he snagged for £8 about 25 years ago.
The item in question, a red and orange painted devil ornament, had been a staple of his October decor since its purchase.
He recounted, “About 25 years ago, I went to a historical society sale where people donated items to keep the historical society going. And I collected Halloween [items] and I walked in and he was sitting on the floor and I purchased him. He cost a whole $10.
“I inquired about who made it and it was a local gentleman who worked in a factory and supposedly it was like [in] around 1920 or 1930,” he added.
American folk art expert Nancy Druckman examined the wooden figure, which was positioned cross-legged with a pitchfork in hand.
She shared her insights, saying, “This is the epitome of American folk art. Here’s a guy who was probably a millworker along the Monongahela River.
“I think the date is correct for it, because we’re sort of in the era of Prohibition and the big temperance movement. So devils are out there and they’re warning you about the evils of drink.”
Nancy concluded with an estimate, noting, “It’s just one individual’s kind of inspiration and humor and capability and it’s just got such personality.
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“It’s the beauty of American folk art. This piece could probably bring between $4,000 and $5,000,” the expert shared.
The guest was overjoyed and exclaimed, “Wow. Geez! Well, it sat on my front porch during Halloween for 25 years in October, for the whole month.
“And he had corn stalks around him and everything, and I think we’re going to be bringing him in.”
Nancy responded with a chuckle, “You’ve got to find another centerpiece.”