American & Southern | Session II | November 14, 2025
Fri, Nov 14, 2025 10:00AM EST
Lot 2015
Eastman Johnson
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
Unsold
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 |
(American, 1824-1906)
Countess Van Stirrum, circa 1851-55, inscribed lower right "Countess Van Stirrum/The Hague", charcoal on tan paper, sight 18-3/4 x 15 in.; fine gilt wood frame, 29-3/4 x 25-3/4 x 1-1/2 in.
Provenance: Likely Eastman Johnson Estate/Mrs. Eastman Johnson, New York, 1906; Albert Rosenthal, New Hope, Pennsylvania, until 1939 (likely by purchase from Mrs. Johnson in 1915); Estate of Albert Rosenthal and Albert Duveen, New York; Albert Duveen; Albert Duveen New York and M. Knoedler & Co., New York, 1946; M. Knoedler & Co., New York, by purchase of Duveen's half share; Hammer Galleries, New York, 1979
Literature: Hills, Patricia, and Abigael MacGibeny. "Countess Van Stirrum [sic], c.1851–55 (Hills no. 44.3.12)." In Eastman Johnson Catalogue Raisonné. www.eastmanjohnson.org/catalogue/entry.php?id=928
Exhibited: Kennedy Galleries, New York, Charcoal Drawings of Eminent Americans by Eastman Johnson, June 1920, catalogue: no. 39, as Countess Van Stirrum [sic], "Lady-in-waiting to the Queen of Holland"; M. Knoedler & Co, New York, Paintings and Drawings by Eastman Johnson, January 7–26, 1946, catalogue no. 22, as Countess Van Stirrum [sic] (label verso). Traveled to: The California Palace of the Legion of Honor, San Francisco, March 1946.
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Likely Eastman Johnson Estate/Mrs. Eastman Johnson, New York, 1906; Albert Rosenthal, New Hope, Pennsylvania, until 1939 (likely by purchase from Mrs. Johnson in 1915); Estate of Albert Rosenthal and Albert Duveen, New York; Albert Duveen; Albert Duveen New York and M. Knoedler & Co., New York, 1946; M. Knoedler & Co., New York, by purchase of Duveen's half share; Hammer Galleries, New York, 1979
not examined out of sealed frame, appears in good condition, some apparent smudges on inside of glass； frame with wear 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.
