British & Continental | November 12, 2025
Wed, Nov 12, 2025 10:00AM EST
Lot 537
Dutch, Flemish, or German School Portrait
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
Sold for
$2,500
Sold Price excludes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
(17th century)
Portrait of a Gentleman, heraldic crest a silver shield with a red chevron positioned between two mullets at the top and a tree at the bottom., profile helmet, Argent and Gules, with wings surmounting crest, oil on canvas, 41-1/4 x 32-1/4 in.; early 20th century carved and gilt wood frame, 50-1/4 x 41-7/8 x 4-1/2 in.
Provenance: Presumed Albert S. Ludlow (1844-1919), Waukesha, Wisconsin; his sale, Wall Auction Rooms, Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Don Johnston, Milwaukee, Wisconsin; K. R. Bullock, Pewaukee, Wisconsin; Private Collection
Note: A Portrait with a past, this painting was found in the old New York post office prior to it being torn down in the early 20th century. An article on an auction in which this portrait may have been sold (according to an appraisal) from the Milwaukee Journal dated December 4, 1940 suggests that it is by Simon Renard de Saint-Andre (French, 1613-1677) and depicts Richard Simon (1638-1712), circa 1677, a Catholic biblical scholar.
The heraldic style of Germany and the Holy Roman Empire, of which parts of the Netherlands were historically a part, stands in contrast to other European styles like Gallo-British heraldry. The elements of this crest point to a Germanic or Northern European gentleman. To find a Flemish or Dutch portrait in New York City seems supportive of the Northern European elements of the crest.
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Presumed Albert S. Ludlow (1844-1919), Waukesha, Wisconsin; his sale, Wall Auction Rooms, Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Don Johnston, Milwaukee, Wisconsin; K. R. Bullock, Pewaukee, Wisconsin; Private Collection
linen lined, crackle, surface dirt, light retouch； frame with wear and abrasions, areas of loss to gilding Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
