Collection of Dr. George and Connie Manger | June 24, 2026
Wed, Jun 24, 2026 10:00AM EDT
Live Auction
Lot 573
Rare Miniature Portrait of John Bell
Estimate: $7,000 - $10,000
Sold for
$7,000
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, 19th century)
John Bell in profile, 1823, inscribed verso "John Bell, Drawn in 1823," watercolor on paper with painted eglomise on glass, 5-5/8 x 4-3/4 in.; gilt wood frame, 8 x 6-1/2 x 7/8 in.
Provenance: Collection of Dr. George and Connie Manger
Note: Thought to be the only extant portrait of John Bell, this portrait was exhibited at the "By, For, and Of the People: Folk Art and Americana at the DAR Museum" in Washington, D.C. from October 7, 2011 to September 1, 2012 (accompanied by the exhibition loan agreement and insurance of the piece for $25,000).
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Collection of Dr. George and Connie Manger
slightly adhered to glass verso, toning, fading, some loss to eglomise； frame with significant wear, some loss to 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.
