Summer Premier Auction | July 30, 2026
Thu, Jul 30, 2026 10:00AM EDT
Lot 243
Elizabeth Shippen Green Book Illustration
Estimate: $15,000 - $20,000
Sold for
$7,500
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 |
(American/Pennsylvania, 1871-1954)
Making a House, inscribed lower margin "The Dreamer" and "Making Pictures", an illustration for The Book of the Little Past, (as Making a House), signed lower left "Elizabeth Shippen Green", mixed media on artist board, 28-1/4 x 19-5/8 in.; wood frame, 32-1/8 x 22-7/8 x 1-3/4 in.
Note: This charming work appears as the first illustration in Peabody, Josephine Preston, and Elizabeth Shippen Green Elliott. The Book of the Little Past. Houghton Mifflin Co., 1908. p.1.
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vibrant color, laid on board, glue remnants； frame with minor 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.
