Jun 25, 2024John Moran Auctioneers, Inc.Thomas Sully (1783-1872), "Portrait of Matilda Ballard," 1850$500
1800s Thomas Sully portraits reunited at museumPHILADELPHIA (AP) – It might be the first time a separated couple got back together thanks to their great-great-great granddaughter. The attractive young couple is Benjamin and Maria Gratz, or more accurately their portraits, which were painted in 1831 by noted English-born Philadelphia artist Thomas Sully, but somehow parted ways an unknown number of years […]
Eldred’s Spring Sale brings Americana and vintage clocks to market April 4-5EAST DENNIS, Mass. — Eldred’s has announced a nearly 550-lot two-day Spring Sale for Thursday, April 4 and Friday, April 5. The sale includes a number of notable Americana lots, along with a 19th-century Thomas Sully portrait and desirable vintage clocks. The catalogs are now available for review and bidding at LiveAuctioneers. The leading Day […]
Gallery Report: Ed Clark abstract sells for record $740K at HindmanATLANTA – At the beginning of every month, ACN columnist Ken Hall delivers top auction highlights from around the United States and the world at large. Here’s the June 2022 edition of his Gallery Report. All prices include the buyer’s premium, except where noted. Ed Clark’s Creation, $740,000, Hindman Ed Clark’s acrylic on canvas Creation sold […]
Christine Biddle Wainwright collection was highlight of Doyle Americana salesNEW YORK – Americana Week at Doyle topped $1.9 million as bidders from coast to coast competed during two days of sales on May 3 and 4. Showcased were paintings and prints, high style and country furniture, silver, folk art and Chinese export porcelain. The week was highlighted by property from the Christine Biddle Wainwright collection. With […]