Premier Summer Sale | June 25, 2025
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Lot 174
Ethan Allen Greenwood
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
Sold for
$1,000
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, 1779-1856)
Portrait of a Gentleman, 1813, signed and dated lower left "Greenwood Pinx 1813", oil on panel, 25 x 201-/2 in.; fine period carved gilt wood frame, 33-1/2 x 27-1/2 in.
Provenance: The Cider House Galleries Ltd, April 9, 2003, sold for BP 1,800/ $2,808 (original receipt accompanies this lot); Virginia Private Collection
Note: Ethan Allen Greenwood was a portrait painter, lawyer, and museum proprietor best known for founding the New England Museum in Boston in the early 19th century. A graduate of Dartmouth College and trained in law at Harvard, Greenwood turned to art and became a prolific portraitist, painting hundreds of miniatures and oil portraits during his career. His diary, which he kept for decades, offers rich insights into early American art, society, and museum culture. Greenwood's dual role as artist and entrepreneur helped shape the cultural landscape of early Boston, making him a notable figure in the history of American art and museum development.
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The Cider House Galleries Ltd, April 9, 2003, sold for BP 1,800/ $2,808 (original receipt accompanies this lot); Virginia Private Collection
panel in good condition, scattered small areas of retouch; frame with some small losses to surface, old repairs, re-gilt 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.
