Theodore Russell Davis Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Theodore Russell Davis Art Value Price Guide

Jan. 20, 2024
An Ice Cream Plate from the State Service of President Rutherford B. Hayes, Dated 1879
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
designed by Theodore Russell Davis (1840–1894), Haviland & Co., Limoges, of square form with curling upturned corners, modeled as a Canadian snow shoe on a red-ground, the underside of the rim with the United States Seal, pennant mark dated 1879, H&Co./ mark in green, LIMOGES HAVILAND & Co. mark in brown, FABRIQUÈ PAR HAVILAND & Co. d'après les dessins DE mark in orange, Theo: R. Davis. script mark in black Width 6 5/8 in. 17 cm
Sotheby's
Jan. 20, 2024
A Set of Eight Oyster Plates of President Rutherford B. Hayes State Service-Pattern, Circa 1880
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
designed by Theodore Russell Davis (1840–1894), Haviland & Co., Limoges, modeled as five oyster shells within a shaped rim, four plates with the underside of the rim with the United States Seal, H&Co./L mark in green, FABRIQUÈ PAR HAVILAND & Co. d'après les dessins DE mark in orange, Theo: R. Davis. script mark in black, DESIGN PATENTED AUGUST 10TH 1880 in blue, one with incised letter N, four plates with HAVILAND & Co. LIMOGES in roundel marks, H&Co./L marks in green, two with incised letter M Diameter 8 3/4 in. 22.5 cm
Sotheby's
Jan. 20, 2024
A Part-Dinner and Coffee Service of President Rutherford B. Hayes State Service-Pattern, Circa 1880
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
designed by Theodore Russell Davis (1840–1894), Haviland & Co., Limoges, comprising: 1 sauceboat; 2 soup plates, Tomato, The Harvest; 10 scalloped-edged seafood salad plates, Terrapin, Blue-Fish, Sheep's-Head, The Pike, Pompano, Red Snapper, Black Bass, Speckled Trout, Fresh-Water Lobster; 2 game or dinner plates, The Mocking-Bird, Teal; 5 leaf-shaped fruit plates, Papaw, The Mocking-Bird, Maple Sugar, The Concord Grape, The Chincapin; 1 'Indian' plate; and 1 coffee cup and saucer; painted mark D to most painted scenes, underside of the rim with the United States Seal, H&Co./L mark in green, FABRIQUÈ PAR HAVILAND & Co. d'après les dessins DE mark in orange, Theo: R. Davis. script mark in black, DESIGN PATENTED AUGUST 10TH 1880, No. 1193, 11934 or 11935 in blue, various impressed numerals. 23 pieces.
Sotheby's
Dec. 07, 2023
THEODORE RUSSELL DAVIS, AMERICAN 1840–1894, A PAIR OF HARPER'S WEEKLY ILLUSTRATIONS, 1871: "INTERIOR OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AT WASHINGTON" and "THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES", Sight: 14 5/8 x 20 1/2 in. (37.1
Est: $100 - $200
THEODORE RUSSELL DAVIS AMERICAN, 1840–1894 A PAIR OF HARPER'S WEEKLY ILLUSTRATIONS, 1871: "INTERIOR OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AT WASHINGTON" and "THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES" (2)
Potomack Company
Sep. 13, 2023
THEODORE RUSSELL DAVIS
Est: $400 - $600
THEODORE RUSSELL DAVIS (American, 1840-1894), ''54th Regiment'', portrait of an African American Civil War soldier, circa 1860s, conte crayon on paper laid down to card, initialed ''T. R. D.'' in pencil lower right, unframed. Toning, foxing, acid burn, minor edge/corner losses. Sheet 9-3/4''h, 6-1/4''w.
South Bay Auctions Inc
Feb. 26, 2021
On the Plains- Indians Attacking Butterfields. after Theodore R. Davis (1840–1894). from Harper's Weekly. Wood engraving. New York: A. R. Waud, 1866. 17 x 21 inches (size including frame)
Est: $75 - $100
On the Plains- Indians Attacking Butterfields. after Theodore R. Davis (1840–1894). from Harper's Weekly. Wood engraving. New York: A. R. Waud, 1866. 17 x 21 inches (size including frame)
Link Auction Galleries
Jan. 07, 2020
Davis Engraved Map of Saratoga Springs & Regatta - 1874
Est: $600 - $900
**Originally Listed At $300** Theodore R. Davis (American, 1840-1894). "Saratoga Springs and Vicinity - Scene of the Inter-Collegiate Regatta" - a wood engraving, 1874. Drawn and engraved expressly for "Harper's Weekly" (July 25, 1874) from sketches by Theodore R. Davis, and issued as a supplement, the composition is impressive for its size and detail. In the foreground, nine sixman collegiate crews compete on Saratoga Lake. In the middle ground, Davis presents the renowned race course and the city of Saratoga Springs extending beyond. Davis has also identified major streets as well as the boathouses of various colleges on the lakeshore. Perfect for any fan of crew or Saratoga Springs! Size: 17.5" L x 28.75" W (44.4 cm x 73 cm) Provenance: private Lucille Lucas collection, Crested Butte, Colorado, USA All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #134005
Artemis Gallery
Jul. 11, 2019
Davis Engraved Map of Saratoga Springs & Regatta - 1874
Est: $400 - $500
Theodore R. Davis (American, 1840-1894). "Saratoga Springs and Vicinity - Scene of the Inter-Collegiate Regatta" - a wood engraving, 1874. Drawn and engraved expressly for "Harper's Weekly" (July 25, 1874) from sketches by Theodore R. Davis, and issued as a supplement, the composition is impressive for its size and detail. In the foreground, nine sixman collegiate crews compete on Saratoga Lake. In the middle ground, Davis presents the renowned race course and the city of Saratoga Springs extending beyond. Davis has also identified major streets as well as the boathouses of various colleges on the lakeshore. Perfect for any fan of crew or Saratoga Springs! Size: 17.5" L x 28.75" W (44.4 cm x 73 cm) Provenance: private Lucille Lucas collection, Crested Butte, Colorado, USA All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #134005
Artemis Gallery
Sep. 13, 2018
Theodore R. Davis - Aerial Map of Philadelphia, 1876
Est: $600 - $800
Bird's Eye View of Philadelphia from sketches of Theodore R. Davis (American, 1841-1894), Supplement to Harper's Weekly, May 27, 1876. Published by Harper & Brothers. A fabulous aerial map of the City of Brotherly Love with ovoid inset depictions of (clockwise from upper left corner) the Masonic Temple, a woman and child paying respects to Benjamin Franklin's grave, Independence Hall, Girard College, Fairmount Water Works, Betsy Ross's home where the American Flag was made, and the U.S. Mint - all from drawings made by 19th century American artist Theodore R. Davis. Size: 29.5" W x 19.75" H (74.9 cm x 50.2 cm) Each inset illustration is labeled to identify it. Text at upper margin, "SUPPLEMENT TO HARPER'S WEEKLY, May 27, 1876." Text at lower margin, "Drawn and Engraved Expressly for Harper's Weekly." / "Copyright, 1876, by Harper & Brothers." / From Sketches by Theo. R. Davis." According to Geographicus, "Theodore R. Davis (July 22, 1841 November 10, 1894) was an American artist-correspondent and illustrator active in the later part of the 19th century. Much of his work was prepared for and published by Harper's Weekly. Davis is best known for his many drawings of important military and political events during the American Civil War, in which he was twice wounded. Although a northerner, throughout the war he traveled incognito throughout the Southern States in the party of the London Times correspondent, Britisher, William H. Russell. After the war Davis continued to work for Harper's covering the Reconstruction and the Westward Expansion. He was the first to document the Sioux Indians in 1865, observed General Custer during the Indian Wars in 1867-68, and traveled with Winfield Scott Hancocks failed Indian Peace Expedition. In retirement he wrote a treatise titled, 'How a Battle is Sketched.' His remains are interred at Hazelwood Cemetery, Rahway, New Jersey." Provenance: private Lucille Lucas collection, Crested Butte, Colorado, USA All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #134007
Artemis Gallery
Jun. 11, 2016
T. Davis Drawing, Arrival of the 7th New York in Annapolis, 1861
Est: $3,000 - $4,000
Arrival of the 7th New York at Annapolis, Maryland. April 22, 1861. Theodore R. Davis (1840-1894). Pen and ink wash on paper. 5 1/2 x 11 inches sheet, 16 1/2 x 20 inches framed. Civil war view detailing the arrival of the New York 7th following the Baltimore Riot of 1861.
Arader Galleries
Mar. 30, 2016
RARE Rutherford B Hayes Presidential Limoges China Soup Bowl Circa 1880
Est: $800 - $1,200
Rare soup bowl from the State dinner service of Rutherford B. Hayes (President 1877-81) Designed by Theodore Russell Davis, American, 1840-1894. Made by Haviland et Cie, Limoges, France, c.1880-87. Depicts American Purple flowers and Pine trees. Porcelain with enamel, chromolithograph and gilt decoration. 1 13/16 x 9 inches In House Shipping $45 Plus Insurance
Hill Auction Gallery
Mar. 30, 2016
RARE Rutherford B Hayes Presidential Limoges China Soup Bowl Circa 1880
Est: $800 - $1,200
Rare soup bowl from the State dinner service of Rutherford B. Hayes (President 1877-81) Designed by Theodore Russell Davis, American, 1840-1894. Made by Haviland et Cie, Limoges, France, c.1880-87. Depicts a camp fire on the Mississippi River with a Steamer in the background. Porcelain with enamel, chromolithograph and gilt decoration. 1 13/16 x 9 inches In House Shipping $45 Plus Insurance
Hill Auction Gallery
Nov. 23, 2015
[CIVIL WAR] DAVIS, THEODORE RUSSELL. Original drawing probably for Harper's Weekly, The Garrison leaving [Fort] Sumter...
Est: $400 - $600
[CIVIL WAR] DAVIS, THEODORE RUSSELL. Original drawing probably for Harper's Weekly, The Garrison leaving [Fort] Sumter April 14th 1861. Finely rendered on paper in ink and ink wash heightened with Chinese white, titled as above in ink on the mount. 5 1/2 x 7 1/4 inches (14 X 18 cm), signed (l.l.) with the artist's monogram. Slight chip to one corner of publisher's mount, the drawing in very fresh condition. Framed. Apparently sold Christie's, New York, June 19, 1990 lot 25 ($1,045). A very fine drawing indeed by this significant Civil War artist; most of Davis's drawings appeared in periodicals as wood-engravings, and lost something in the translation. •
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Oct. 16, 2015
Theodore Davis
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
Theodore Davis,Monhegan Musicale,Good condition, good appearance, no apparent loss of color, not laid downPlease also be sure to read the disclaimer. Among other things, it often clarifies what we mean by certain descriptions in our condition report.
Barridoff Auctions
Nov. 13, 2014
Set of eleven Rutherford B. Hayes (President, 1877-1881) Presidential Pattern oyster plates, theodore russell davis (american, 1840-...
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
Set of eleven Rutherford B. Hayes (President, 1877-1881) Presidential Pattern oyster plates theodore russell davis (american, 1840-1894) for haviland & co., limoges, france, circa 1880. Each polychrome and gilt decorated, with five oyster-shaped recesses, marked to verso: "Fabriqué par Haviland & Co. d'après les dessins de Theo: R. Davis"; "H&Co./L"; and "Design patented August 10th 1880" with emblazoned eagle to underside of rim. Diam: 8 5/8 in.
Freeman's | Hindman
Aug. 24, 2014
TED (L
Est: $500 - $800
TED (L. THEODORE) DAVIS (NY/ME, 1908-1955) 'Six Fishermen on Monhegan', watercolor, signed lr and dated '54, in maple box frame, matted and glazed, OS: 22" x 28", SS: 14 1/2" x 20 3/4", good condition.
Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Jul. 29, 2014
THEODORE R. DAVIS (AMERICAN, 1841-1894) HARPER'S WEEKLY WASHINGTON CITY D.C along with JOHNSON'S GEORGETOWN Engraving: 14 x 20 in.
Est: $200 - $300
THEODORE R. DAVIS (AMERICAN, 1841-1894) HARPER'S WEEKLY WASHINGTON CITY D.C along with JOHNSON'S GEORGETOWN Engraving: 14 x 20 in. Framed; upper left 168; upper center Harper's Weekly; upper right 169; lower center Washington City D.C. Sketched by Theo. R. Davis; upper right By Johnson and Ward; lower right Johnson's Georgetown and the city Washington the capital of the United States of America; Plate 37 (2)
Potomack Company
May. 02, 2014
Pair of Rutherford B. Hayes (President, 1877-1881) Presidential pattern oyster plates, theodore russell davis (american, 1840-1894) for
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Pair of Rutherford B. Hayes (President, 1877-1881) Presidential pattern oyster plates theodore russell davis (american, 1840-1894) for haviland & co., limoges, france, circa 1880 Each polychrome and gilt decorated, with five oyster-shaped recesses, marked to verso: "Fabriqué par Haviland & Co. d'après les dessins de Theo: R. Davis"; "H&Co./L"; and "Design patented August 10th 1880" with emblazoned eagle to underside of rim. Diam: 8 3/4 in.
Freeman's | Hindman
Sep. 12, 2012
THEODORE RUSSELL DAVIS (American, 1840-1894) Impeachmen
Est: $150 - $200
THEODORE RUSSELL DAVIS (American, 1840-1894) Impeachment-- Thaddeus Stevens and John A. Bingham Before the Senate, March 14, 1868 Harper's Weekly Newspaper color etching 14 x 9-1/2 inches (35.6 x 24.1 cm)
Heritage Auctions
Nov. 22, 2008
Att. Davis portrait of a war ship 1862
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Attributed to Theodore Russell Davis (1840-1894) portrait of a war ship dated 1862 Signed lower left 'Davis/ Miss' River/ SEP' 10th 1862,' watercolor on paper, framed. H: 7 3/4 in. W: 10 7/8 in. (sight) PROVENANCE: Private Collection, New Hampshire; Private Collection, New Jersey.
Freeman's
Oct. 14, 2007
THEODORE RUSSELL DAVIS (1840-1894): SKETCH FOR
Est: $500 - $700
THEODORE RUSSELL DAVIS (1840-1894): SKETCH FOR WHITE HOUSE DINNER SERVICE Watercolor on paper, 7 1/4 x 10 5/8 in. (sheet), together with a sketch of birds, a rondel of a pelican and a Western landscape. Note: In 1879, President Rutherford B. Hayes's wife commissioned a new china service for the White House, featuring America's flowers and animals; the set was designed by Theodore Davis and produced by Haviland and Co.
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