Robert Hogg Nisbet Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Robert Hogg Nisbet Art Value Price Guide

Nov. 03, 2024
Robert Nisbet (1879-1961) American, Oil on Canvas
Est: $2,500 - $3,000
Robert Nisbet (1879-1961) American, Oil on Canvas. Depicting a Connecticut Landscape with bare trees, a house hidden behind, and mountains in the background. Signed Robert Nisbet in the lower right. Overall Size: 28 1/2 x 24 1/2 in. Sight Size: 20 x 16 in. Frame Thickness: 1/2 in. #8083 . Robert Hogg Nisbet is noted for his landscape, figure, genre, and etching work. He is associated with Connecticut art colonies including Old Lyme. Robert entered the Rhode Island School of Design when he was eight, and later studied in New York and abroad. He taught at Brown University and was president of the Art Students League of New York, where he served as president from 1910-1911. He was elected an Associate Member of the National Academy of Design in 1920 and a National Academician (N.A.) in 1928. He was an Artist Life member of the National Arts Club. One of the incorporators of the Society of American Etchers, he was also a member of the Philadelphia Society of Etchers. During the early 1900's, Nisbet summered in Old Lyme, Connecticut, and eventually settled in Kent, Connecticut, where he and his wife established a large home and a studio. They had no children. Nisbet was the founder of the Kent Art Association whose members included Willard Metcalf. Nisbet had taken up rifle shooting as a boy, and during World War II was a commissioned rifle instructor. He won a number of shooting competitions. He was also interested in archery, collected minerals and seashells, and had a large library collection of four thousand books. His work won him three National Academy awards, several etching awards, and the National Arts Club (Painting) prize. His etchings and paintings were exhibited in Paris, France, Yale University, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York Library, National Gallery, Smithsonian Institution, and Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. The Smithsonian Institution has a database with references to fourteen of his works. - Ask Art
Sarasota Estate Auction
Sep. 22, 2024
Robert Hogg Nisbet (1879-1961) Across the Railroad Tracks
Est: $100 - $150
This early 20th century etching by the American artist Robert Hogg Nisbet measures 8 7/8 x 11 7/8 inches, pencil signed and titled. Nisbet's artistic talents were apparent at an early age, enrolled in the Rhode Island School of Design at age 8. With some schooling in NY and time abroad, he later taught at Brown University. Among his many accomplishments were several etching awards, and the National Arts Club prize. Near the end of his life he settled in Kent, Conn where he founded the Kent Art Association. His works are exhibited in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the National Gallery and Library of Congress in Washington, D.C.
Peterborough Auctions
Jul. 07, 2024
Robert Nisbet (CT,RI,1879-1961) oil painting
Est: $1,300 - $1,700
ARTIST: Robert Hogg Nisbet (Connecticut, Rhode Island, 1879 - 1961) NAME: Autumn Landscape MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Very minor craquelure. No visible inpaint under UV light. SIGHT SIZE: 24 x 30 inches / 60 x 76 cm FRAME SIZE: 33 x 39 inches / 83 x 99 cm SIGNATURE: lower right CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 121937 US Shipping $120 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Robert Hogg Nisbet is noted for his landscape, figure, genre, and etching work. He is associated with Connecticut art colonies including Old Lyme. Nisbet was born in Providence, Rhode Island on August 25, 1879. His parents were William Douglas Nisbet and Isabella Hogg, and Robert was the eldest of four children. His grandparents, William and Catherine Nisbet had emigrated from the Scottish border country to the United States.Robert entered the Rhode Island School of Design when he was eight, and later studied in New York and abroad. He taught at Brown University and was president of the Art Students League of New York, where he served as president from 1910-1911. He was elected an Associate Member of the National Academy of Design in 1920 and a National Academician (N.A.) in 1928. He was an Artist Life member of the National Arts Club. One of the incorporators of the Society of American Etchers, he was also a member of the Philadelphia Society of Etchers.During the early 1900's, Nisbet summered in Old Lyme, Connecticut, and eventually settled in Kent, Connecticut, where he and his wife established a large home and a studio. They had no children. Nisbet was the founder of the Kent Art Association whose members included Willard Metcalf.Nisbet had taken up rifle shooting as a boy, and during World War II was a commissioned rifle instructor. He won a number of shooting competitions. He was also interested in archery, collected minerals and seashells, and had a large library collection of four thousand books.His work won him three National Academy awards, several etching awards, and the National Arts Club (Painting) prize. His etchings and paintings were exhibited in Paris, France, Yale University, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York Library, National Gallery, Smithsonian Institution, and Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. The Smithsonian Institution has a database with references to fourteen of his works.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jun. 13, 2024
ROBERT HOGG NISBET, American 1879-1961, "The Rushing River" (South Kent, Connecticut), oil on board, 12 x 16 in. (30.5 x 40.6 cm.), Frame: 21 x 25 x 2 in. (53.3 x 63.5 x 5.1 cm.)
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
ROBERT HOGG NISBET American, 1879-1961 "The Rushing River" (South Kent, Connecticut) oil on board signed lower left "Robert H Nisbet", signed and titled on the reverse
Shannon's
Jan. 26, 2024
ROBERT HOGG NISBET (Connecticut/Rhode Island, 1879-1961), "Conn. Landscape"., Oil on board, 8" x 12". Framed 17" x 21".
Est: $500 - $1,000
ROBERT HOGG NISBET Connecticut/Rhode Island, 1879-1961 "Conn. Landscape". Signed lower right "Robert Nisbet". Titled on label verso for Wallace Gallery, East Hampton, New York.
Eldred's
Jan. 23, 2024
ROBERT NISBET (1879-1961) CT IMPRESSIONIST
Est: $50 - $1,000
Oil on canvas board. Signed lower right. Kent art association label gives title of Summer Skys. in fine Newcomb Macklin frame. Dimensions: (Frame) H 18.5" x W 22.25" (Sight) H 12" x W 16" Condition: Painting clean and varnished.
Westport Auction
Jan. 18, 2024
ROBERT HOGG NISBET, American 1879-1961, "A Glimpse of the Lake", oil on canvas (panel-backed), 12 x 16 in. (30.5 x 40.6 cm.), Frame: 18 1/4 x 1 1/2 x 22 1/4 in. (46.4 x 3.8 x 56.5 cm.)
Est: $800 - $1,200
ROBERT HOGG NISBET American, 1879-1961 "A Glimpse of the Lake" oil on canvas (panel-backed) signed lower right "Robert Nisbet"
Shannon's
Jan. 11, 2024
ROBERT NISBET (1879-1961) ETCHING
Est: $50 - $1,000
Fine etching appears to b on Japan, pencil signed. In good quality carved and silver guilt frame. Dimensions: (Frame) H 19.5" x W 15.5" (Painting) H 9.5" x W 7.5" Condition: Etching somewhat wavy in frame. Frame with some surface losses.
Westport Auction
Jan. 07, 2024
Robert Nisbet (CT,RI,1879-1961) oil painting
Est: $1,300 - $1,700
ARTIST: Robert Hogg Nisbet (Connecticut, Rhode Island, 1879 - 1961) NAME: Autumn Landscape MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Very minor craquelure. No visible inpaint under UV light. SIGHT SIZE: 24 x 30 inches / 60 x 76 cm FRAME SIZE: 33 x 39 inches / 83 x 99 cm SIGNATURE: lower right CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 121937 US Shipping $120 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Robert Hogg Nisbet is noted for his landscape, figure, genre, and etching work. He is associated with Connecticut art colonies including Old Lyme. Nisbet was born in Providence, Rhode Island on August 25, 1879. His parents were William Douglas Nisbet and Isabella Hogg, and Robert was the eldest of four children. His grandparents, William and Catherine Nisbet had emigrated from the Scottish border country to the United States.Robert entered the Rhode Island School of Design when he was eight, and later studied in New York and abroad. He taught at Brown University and was president of the Art Students League of New York, where he served as president from 1910-1911. He was elected an Associate Member of the National Academy of Design in 1920 and a National Academician (N.A.) in 1928. He was an Artist Life member of the National Arts Club. One of the incorporators of the Society of American Etchers, he was also a member of the Philadelphia Society of Etchers.During the early 1900's, Nisbet summered in Old Lyme, Connecticut, and eventually settled in Kent, Connecticut, where he and his wife established a large home and a studio. They had no children. Nisbet was the founder of the Kent Art Association whose members included Willard Metcalf.Nisbet had taken up rifle shooting as a boy, and during World War II was a commissioned rifle instructor. He won a number of shooting competitions. He was also interested in archery, collected minerals and seashells, and had a large library collection of four thousand books.His work won him three National Academy awards, several etching awards, and the National Arts Club (Painting) prize. His etchings and paintings were exhibited in Paris, France, Yale University, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York Library, National Gallery, Smithsonian Institution, and Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. The Smithsonian Institution has a database with references to fourteen of his works.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Dec. 30, 2023
Robert H. Nisbet Mountain Laurel
Est: $1,000 - $3,000
Mountain Laurel scene by Rhode Island / Connecticut native Robert H. Nisbet (1879 - 1961). Oil on canvas. Signed on work. In excellent condition. Artwork measures 30" x 25" high. Not inspected out of frame. Gilt frame measures 35" x 30" x 2 1/2". Frame exhibits some wear. Ready to hang. Keywords: landscape, art, vintage, painting, New England
Nest Egg Auctions
Oct. 08, 2023
Robert Nisbet (CT,RI,1879-1961) oil painting
Est: $1,400 - $1,700
ARTIST: Robert Hogg Nisbet (Connecticut, Rhode Island, 1879 - 1961) NAME: Autumn Landscape MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Very minor craquelure. No visible inpaint under UV light. SIGHT SIZE: 24 x 30 inches / 60 x 76 cm FRAME SIZE: 33 x 39 inches / 83 x 99 cm SIGNATURE: lower right CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 121937 US Shipping $120 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Robert Hogg Nisbet is noted for his landscape, figure, genre, and etching work. He is associated with Connecticut art colonies including Old Lyme. Nisbet was born in Providence, Rhode Island on August 25, 1879. His parents were William Douglas Nisbet and Isabella Hogg, and Robert was the eldest of four children. His grandparents, William and Catherine Nisbet had emigrated from the Scottish border country to the United States.Robert entered the Rhode Island School of Design when he was eight, and later studied in New York and abroad. He taught at Brown University and was president of the Art Students League of New York, where he served as president from 1910-1911. He was elected an Associate Member of the National Academy of Design in 1920 and a National Academician (N.A.) in 1928. He was an Artist Life member of the National Arts Club. One of the incorporators of the Society of American Etchers, he was also a member of the Philadelphia Society of Etchers.During the early 1900's, Nisbet summered in Old Lyme, Connecticut, and eventually settled in Kent, Connecticut, where he and his wife established a large home and a studio. They had no children. Nisbet was the founder of the Kent Art Association whose members included Willard Metcalf.Nisbet had taken up rifle shooting as a boy, and during World War II was a commissioned rifle instructor. He won a number of shooting competitions. He was also interested in archery, collected minerals and seashells, and had a large library collection of four thousand books.His work won him three National Academy awards, several etching awards, and the National Arts Club (Painting) prize. His etchings and paintings were exhibited in Paris, France, Yale University, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York Library, National Gallery, Smithsonian Institution, and Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. The Smithsonian Institution has a database with references to fourteen of his works.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Oct. 07, 2023
Robert Nisbet (1879-1961) Provincetown, Etching, 8 x 9 3/4" image, 10 x 11" sheet, 16 x 20" mat
Est: $400 - $600
Robert Nisbet (1879-1961) Provincetown, Etching, 8 x 9 3/4" image, 10 x 11" sheet, 16 x 20" mat
Bakker Auctions
Aug. 05, 2023
Robert H. Nisbet gouache
Est: $100 - $200
Robert H. Nisbet (1879-1961) Landscape gouache on paper, signed R. H. Nisbet lower right. 4 x 4 1/2"
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Aug. 05, 2023
5 Works on paper
Est: $300 - $600
5 Works on paper 1). Francis S. Haden (British 1818-1910)- Coastal Scene- etching, signed in pencil. 2 7/8 x 5 1/8" 2). Fuji Nakamizo (1889-1950)- Harbor Scene- etching, signed in pencil. 5 1/2 x 9 3/4" 3). Robert Nisbet (1879-1961)- At the Beach- lithograph, signed in pencil. 8 1/2 x 11 1/4" 4). George Picken (1898-1971)- The Ship- lithograph, signed in pencil. 4 1/4 x 13 1/2" 5). Charles A. Platt (1861-1933)- Ships on Water- etching, 1889, signed in pencil. 6 1/2 x 10 3/4"
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Jul. 24, 2023
Six pieces of maritime artworks, including: Robert Nisbet (Connecticut, 1879 - 1961), five etchings framed behind glass, all are ocean and beach scene, and are signed in pencil lower right, one etching featuring a num...
Est: $250 - $500
Six pieces of maritime artworks, including: Robert Nisbet (Connecticut, 1879 - 1961), five etchings framed behind glass, all are ocean and beach scene, and are signed in pencil lower right, one etching featuring a number of boats has the edition of 3/3 written in pencil lower left, all pieces vary in condition with most being evenly toned, and some having foxing, sold as-is, largest ss: 8 1/2" h. x 10 1/2" w.; Early 20th C. coastal scene watercolor, depicting a harbor with dozens of ships, and a coastal cottage, signature in paint illegible, potentially "Erdina Harvey", framed behind glass, foxing and blemishes present, ss: 8 1/4" h. x 12 1/2" w.; no listed pieces were examined out of frame.
Winter Associates, Inc.
Jul. 02, 2023
Robert Nisbet (CT,RI,1879-1961) oil painting
Est: $1,450 - $1,800
ARTIST: Robert Hogg Nisbet (Connecticut, Rhode Island, 1879 - 1961) NAME: Autumn Landscape MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Very minor craquelure. No visible inpaint under UV light. SIGHT SIZE: 24 x 30 inches / 60 x 76 cm FRAME SIZE: 33 x 39 inches / 83 x 99 cm SIGNATURE: lower right CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 121937 US Shipping $120 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Robert Hogg Nisbet is noted for his landscape, figure, genre, and etching work. He is associated with Connecticut art colonies including Old Lyme. Nisbet was born in Providence, Rhode Island on August 25, 1879. His parents were William Douglas Nisbet and Isabella Hogg, and Robert was the eldest of four children. His grandparents, William and Catherine Nisbet had emigrated from the Scottish border country to the United States.Robert entered the Rhode Island School of Design when he was eight, and later studied in New York and abroad. He taught at Brown University and was president of the Art Students League of New York, where he served as president from 1910-1911. He was elected an Associate Member of the National Academy of Design in 1920 and a National Academician (N.A.) in 1928. He was an Artist Life member of the National Arts Club. One of the incorporators of the Society of American Etchers, he was also a member of the Philadelphia Society of Etchers.During the early 1900's, Nisbet summered in Old Lyme, Connecticut, and eventually settled in Kent, Connecticut, where he and his wife established a large home and a studio. They had no children. Nisbet was the founder of the Kent Art Association whose members included Willard Metcalf.Nisbet had taken up rifle shooting as a boy, and during World War II was a commissioned rifle instructor. He won a number of shooting competitions. He was also interested in archery, collected minerals and seashells, and had a large library collection of four thousand books.His work won him three National Academy awards, several etching awards, and the National Arts Club (Painting) prize. His etchings and paintings were exhibited in Paris, France, Yale University, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York Library, National Gallery, Smithsonian Institution, and Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. The Smithsonian Institution has a database with references to fourteen of his works.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jun. 17, 2023
(2pc) Robert Hogg Nisbet, Sears Gallagher Etchings
Est: -
Bicentennial George Washington Etchings on Paper. (C.1932)Robert(1879-1961) Sears(1869-1955) Both images are pencil signed & numbered. Paper size measures approximately 14.75in x 19.5in. Image size measures approximately 9in x 12.5in. 10000 SA
EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Apr. 09, 2023
Robert Nisbet (CT,RI,1879-1961) oil painting
Est: $1,500 - $1,900
ARTIST: Robert Hogg Nisbet (Connecticut, Rhode Island, 1879 - 1961) NAME: Autumn Landscape MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Very minor craquelure. No visible inpaint under UV light. SIGHT SIZE: 24 x 30 inches / 60 x 76 cm FRAME SIZE: 33 x 39 inches / 83 x 99 cm SIGNATURE: lower right CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 121937 US Shipping $120 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Robert Hogg Nisbet is noted for his landscape, figure, genre, and etching work. He is associated with Connecticut art colonies including Old Lyme. Nisbet was born in Providence, Rhode Island on August 25, 1879. His parents were William Douglas Nisbet and Isabella Hogg, and Robert was the eldest of four children. His grandparents, William and Catherine Nisbet had emigrated from the Scottish border country to the United States.Robert entered the Rhode Island School of Design when he was eight, and later studied in New York and abroad. He taught at Brown University and was president of the Art Students League of New York, where he served as president from 1910-1911. He was elected an Associate Member of the National Academy of Design in 1920 and a National Academician (N.A.) in 1928. He was an Artist Life member of the National Arts Club. One of the incorporators of the Society of American Etchers, he was also a member of the Philadelphia Society of Etchers.During the early 1900's, Nisbet summered in Old Lyme, Connecticut, and eventually settled in Kent, Connecticut, where he and his wife established a large home and a studio. They had no children. Nisbet was the founder of the Kent Art Association whose members included Willard Metcalf.Nisbet had taken up rifle shooting as a boy, and during World War II was a commissioned rifle instructor. He won a number of shooting competitions. He was also interested in archery, collected minerals and seashells, and had a large library collection of four thousand books.His work won him three National Academy awards, several etching awards, and the National Arts Club (Painting) prize. His etchings and paintings were exhibited in Paris, France, Yale University, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York Library, National Gallery, Smithsonian Institution, and Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. The Smithsonian Institution has a database with references to fourteen of his works.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jan. 17, 2023
Robert Nisbet (American 1879-1961), The South Wind, Drypoint Etching Unframed Plate: 8 x 10 1/4 in. (20.3 x 26 cm.)
Est: $50 - $100
Robert Nisbet (American 1879-1961), The South Wind, Drypoint Etching
Weschler's
Jan. 09, 2023
Robert Hogg Nisbet Forest Landscape Painting
Est: $800 - $1,200
Connecticut, Rhode Island,1879-1961 Impressionist depiction of a distant forest from across a field beneath a cloudy dawn sky. Back of the painting depicts a figure of overlooking the ocean beneath the setting sun. Nisbet studied at the Rhode Island School of Design before going to New York and abroad. He taught at Brown University, was president of the Art Students League of New York, an Associate Member of the National Academy of Design, and a National Academician. Nisbet was the founder of the Kent Art Association whose members included Willard Metcalf.
Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers
Jan. 02, 2023
Robert Nisbet (CT,RI,1879-1961) oil painting
Est: $1,500 - $1,900
ARTIST: Robert Hogg Nisbet (Connecticut, Rhode Island, 1879 - 1961) NAME: Autumn Landscape MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Very minor craquelure. No visible inpaint under UV light. SIGHT SIZE: 24 x 30 inches / 60 x 76 cm FRAME SIZE: 33 x 39 inches / 83 x 99 cm SIGNATURE: lower right CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 121937 US Shipping $120 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Robert Hogg Nisbet is noted for his landscape, figure, genre, and etching work. He is associated with Connecticut art colonies including Old Lyme. Nisbet was born in Providence, Rhode Island on August 25, 1879. His parents were William Douglas Nisbet and Isabella Hogg, and Robert was the eldest of four children. His grandparents, William and Catherine Nisbet had emigrated from the Scottish border country to the United States.Robert entered the Rhode Island School of Design when he was eight, and later studied in New York and abroad. He taught at Brown University and was president of the Art Students League of New York, where he served as president from 1910-1911. He was elected an Associate Member of the National Academy of Design in 1920 and a National Academician (N.A.) in 1928. He was an Artist Life member of the National Arts Club. One of the incorporators of the Society of American Etchers, he was also a member of the Philadelphia Society of Etchers.During the early 1900's, Nisbet summered in Old Lyme, Connecticut, and eventually settled in Kent, Connecticut, where he and his wife established a large home and a studio. They had no children. Nisbet was the founder of the Kent Art Association whose members included Willard Metcalf.Nisbet had taken up rifle shooting as a boy, and during World War II was a commissioned rifle instructor. He won a number of shooting competitions. He was also interested in archery, collected minerals and seashells, and had a large library collection of four thousand books.His work won him three National Academy awards, several etching awards, and the National Arts Club (Painting) prize. His etchings and paintings were exhibited in Paris, France, Yale University, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York Library, National Gallery, Smithsonian Institution, and Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. The Smithsonian Institution has a database with references to fourteen of his works.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Nov. 26, 2022
Robert Hogg Nisbet (American, 1879-1961) etching
Est: $100 - $200
Path through the Woods, trees, grass and hills. Member of American Watercolor Society, NY Audubon Society, etc. Signed in pencil lower right, sight size 14 1/2" x 11 1/4" in plain black frame 20" x 17". Provenance: Philip Subal, Madison Ave, NY.
Marion Antique Auctions
Nov. 10, 2022
Robert Hogg Nisbet (American, 1879-1961) Homestead Oil on Masonite 30 x 36 inche
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Robert Hogg Nisbet (American, 1879-1961) Homestead Oil on Masonite 30 x 36 inches (76.2 x 91.4 cm) Signed and inscribed lower right: Robert Nisbet N.A. HID01801242017
Heritage Auctions
Oct. 09, 2022
Robert Nisbet (CT,RI,1879-1961) oil painting
Est: $1,500 - $1,900
ARTIST: Robert Hogg Nisbet (Connecticut, Rhode Island, 1879 - 1961) NAME: Autumn Landscape MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Very minor craquelure. No visible inpaint under UV light. SIGHT SIZE: 24 x 30 inches / 60 x 76 cm FRAME SIZE: 33 x 39 inches / 83 x 99 cm SIGNATURE: lower right CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 121937 US Shipping $120 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Robert Hogg Nisbet is noted for his landscape, figure, genre, and etching work. He is associated with Connecticut art colonies including Old Lyme. Nisbet was born in Providence, Rhode Island on August 25, 1879. His parents were William Douglas Nisbet and Isabella Hogg, and Robert was the eldest of four children. His grandparents, William and Catherine Nisbet had emigrated from the Scottish border country to the United States.Robert entered the Rhode Island School of Design when he was eight, and later studied in New York and abroad. He taught at Brown University and was president of the Art Students League of New York, where he served as president from 1910-1911. He was elected an Associate Member of the National Academy of Design in 1920 and a National Academician (N.A.) in 1928. He was an Artist Life member of the National Arts Club. One of the incorporators of the Society of American Etchers, he was also a member of the Philadelphia Society of Etchers.During the early 1900's, Nisbet summered in Old Lyme, Connecticut, and eventually settled in Kent, Connecticut, where he and his wife established a large home and a studio. They had no children. Nisbet was the founder of the Kent Art Association whose members included Willard Metcalf.Nisbet had taken up rifle shooting as a boy, and during World War II was a commissioned rifle instructor. He won a number of shooting competitions. He was also interested in archery, collected minerals and seashells, and had a large library collection of four thousand books.His work won him three National Academy awards, several etching awards, and the National Arts Club (Painting) prize. His etchings and paintings were exhibited in Paris, France, Yale University, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York Library, National Gallery, Smithsonian Institution, and Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. The Smithsonian Institution has a database with references to fourteen of his works.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Oct. 08, 2022
ROBERT NISBET (1879-1961) Resting Fishermen, 18/20, Etching
Est: $200 - $400
ROBERT NISBET (1879-1961) Resting Fishermen, 18/20, Etching
Bakker Auctions
Sep. 24, 2022
Robert Hogg NISBET: "Night Scene"
Est: $200 - $300
Robert Hogg NISBET (1879-1961): "Night Scene with Tree and Pond". Aquatint and etching on wove paper. Signed in ink. Plate size: 8 7/8 x 7 inches.
Armstrong Fine Art
Aug. 17, 2022
Robert Hogg Nisbet Group of Etchings
Est: $100 - $200
Robert Hogg Nisbet (1879-1961) group of etchings. They measure 4-in. x 3-in. image size to 9-in. x 7-in. image sizes. Unframed, loose and not glued or mounted. If lot is absent of a condition report one may be requested via email. Condition report is provided as an opinion only and is no guarantee as condition can be subjective. Buyer must view photographs or scans to assist in determining condition and ask further questions if so desired. Our in-house shipping department will gladly pack and ship any item that fits into a 14x14x14 inch or 30x5x24 inch or equivalent or smaller box/folio if it is not fragile or over 25lbs. We will charge for labor to pack and process based on actual time it takes, actual cost of materials used to pack and actual shipper charges that will include insurance and signature required. We generally use USPS and Fed Ex and compare the pricing between the two. Books maximum box size will be 14x14x14 inch or equivalent and will be shipped USPS Media Mail unless otherwise requested. We gladly will give shipping estimates prior to auction. Please make this request at least 24 hours prior to auction for our shipping department to respond. If your invoice is for multiple items, we will use our discretion on requiring the use of an outside shipper. We reserve the right to require an outside shipper on any item(s) in the auction even if not stated.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Aug. 06, 2022
ROBERT NISBET (1879-1961) Dunes, 13/100, Etching
Est: $200 - $400
ROBERT NISBET (1879-1961) Dunes, 13/100, Etching
Bakker Auctions
May. 23, 2022
Attributed to Robert Hogg Nisbet (American, 1879-1961), untitled, oil on artist board, bright landscape with trees and water, possib...
Est: $150 - $300
Attributed to Robert Hogg Nisbet (American, 1879-1961), untitled, oil on artist board, bright landscape with trees and water, possible signature lower left, framed, label verso "Robert Nisbet, untitled landscape, oil on board, Rice Estate" wear consistent with age, not examined out of frame, ss: 7" h. x 9 1/4" w.
Winter Associates, Inc.
May. 22, 2022
Robert Hogg Nisbet (1879-1981)American, Oil/Canvas
Est: $400 - $800
Robert Hogg Nisbet (1879-1981) American, Oil. Signed lower right, landscape countryside street scene. Robert Hogg Nisbet is noted for his landscape, figure, genre, and etching work. He is associated with Connecticut art colonies including Old Lyme. Nisbet was born in Providence, Rhode Island on August 25, 1879. His parents were William Douglas Nisbet and Isabella Hogg, and Robert was the eldest of four children. His grandparents, William and Catherine Nisbet had emigrated from the Scottish border country to the United States. His work won him three National Academy awards, several etching awards, and the National Arts Club (Painting) prize. His etchings and paintings were exhibited in Paris, France, Yale University, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York Library, National Gallery, Smithsonian Institution, and Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. The Smithsonian Institution has a database with references to fourteen of his works. Overall size: 33 x 38 3/4 in. Sight size: 23 1/2 x 29 in. Location B
Sarasota Estate Auction
Apr. 07, 2022
Robert Nisbet (3) Etchings [Trees]
Est: $100 - $150
Three (3) Robert H. Nisbet (American 1879-1961) pencil signed etchings. Sheets measure 8.5 in.- 16.5 in. x 11 in. x 15 in. Provenance: Formerly estate of artist (Fritz Eichenberg), recently private collection. Unframed, loose and not mounted or glued down. If lot is absent of a condition report one may be requested via email. Condition report is provided as an opinion only and is no guarantee as grading can be subjective. Buyer must view photographs or scans to assist in determining condition and ask further questions if so desired. Our in-house shipping department will gladly pack and ship any item that fits into a 14x14x14 inch or 30x5x24 inch or equivalent or smaller box/folio if it is not fragile or over 25lbs. We will charge for labor to pack and process based on actual time it takes, actual cost of materials used to pack and actual shipper charges that will include insurance and signature required. We generally use USPS and Fed Ex and compare the pricing between the two. Books maximum box size will be 14x14x14 inch or equivalent and will be shipped USPS Media Mail unless otherwise requested. We gladly will give shipping estimates prior to auction. Please make this request at least 24 hours prior to auction for our shipping department to respond. If your invoice is for multiple items, we will use our discretion on requiring the use of an outside shipper. We reserve the right to require an outside shipper on any item(s) in the auction even if not stated.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Apr. 07, 2022
Robert Nisbet (6) Etchings / Engravings [Nature]
Est: $100 - $150
Six (6) Robert H. Nisbet (American 1879-1961) pencil signed etchings / engravings. Sheets measure 9 in. x 11.5 in. - 12 in. x 15 in., and 13.5 in. x 10 in. Provenance: Formerly estate of artist (Fritz Eichenberg), recently private collection. Unframed, loose and not mounted or glued down. If lot is absent of a condition report one may be requested via email. Condition report is provided as an opinion only and is no guarantee as grading can be subjective. Buyer must view photographs or scans to assist in determining condition and ask further questions if so desired. Our in-house shipping department will gladly pack and ship any item that fits into a 14x14x14 inch or 30x5x24 inch or equivalent or smaller box/folio if it is not fragile or over 25lbs. We will charge for labor to pack and process based on actual time it takes, actual cost of materials used to pack and actual shipper charges that will include insurance and signature required. We generally use USPS and Fed Ex and compare the pricing between the two. Books maximum box size will be 14x14x14 inch or equivalent and will be shipped USPS Media Mail unless otherwise requested. We gladly will give shipping estimates prior to auction. Please make this request at least 24 hours prior to auction for our shipping department to respond. If your invoice is for multiple items, we will use our discretion on requiring the use of an outside shipper. We reserve the right to require an outside shipper on any item(s) in the auction even if not stated.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Apr. 07, 2022
Robert Nisbet (6) Etchings [Ocean]
Est: $100 - $150
Six (6) Robert H. Nisbet (American 1879-1961) pencil signed etchings. (Ocean Waves, River Rapids). Sheets measure 10.5 in. - 12.5 in. x 11 in. x 15 in. Provenance: Formerly estate of artist (Fritz Eichenberg), recently private collection. Unframed, loose and not mounted or glued down. If lot is absent of a condition report one may be requested via email. Condition report is provided as an opinion only and is no guarantee as grading can be subjective. Buyer must view photographs or scans to assist in determining condition and ask further questions if so desired. Our in-house shipping department will gladly pack and ship any item that fits into a 14x14x14 inch or 30x5x24 inch or equivalent or smaller box/folio if it is not fragile or over 25lbs. We will charge for labor to pack and process based on actual time it takes, actual cost of materials used to pack and actual shipper charges that will include insurance and signature required. We generally use USPS and Fed Ex and compare the pricing between the two. Books maximum box size will be 14x14x14 inch or equivalent and will be shipped USPS Media Mail unless otherwise requested. We gladly will give shipping estimates prior to auction. Please make this request at least 24 hours prior to auction for our shipping department to respond. If your invoice is for multiple items, we will use our discretion on requiring the use of an outside shipper. We reserve the right to require an outside shipper on any item(s) in the auction even if not stated.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Apr. 07, 2022
Robert Nisbet Original Drawing and Etching
Est: $100 - $150
Robert H. Nisbet (American 1879-1961) pencil signed etching image measures 11 x 14 in. and the sheet measures 15 in. x 17.325 and the drawing image measures 11 in. x 14 in. Provenance: Formerly estate of artist (Fritz Eichenberg), recently private collection. Unframed, loose and not mounted or glued down. If lot is absent of a condition report one may be requested via email. Condition report is provided as an opinion only and is no guarantee as grading can be subjective. Buyer must view photographs or scans to assist in determining condition and ask further questions if so desired. Our in-house shipping department will gladly pack and ship any item that fits into a 14x14x14 inch or 30x5x24 inch or equivalent or smaller box/folio if it is not fragile or over 25lbs. We will charge for labor to pack and process based on actual time it takes, actual cost of materials used to pack and actual shipper charges that will include insurance and signature required. We generally use USPS and Fed Ex and compare the pricing between the two. Books maximum box size will be 14x14x14 inch or equivalent and will be shipped USPS Media Mail unless otherwise requested. We gladly will give shipping estimates prior to auction. Please make this request at least 24 hours prior to auction for our shipping department to respond. If your invoice is for multiple items, we will use our discretion on requiring the use of an outside shipper. We reserve the right to require an outside shipper on any item(s) in the auction even if not stated.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Apr. 07, 2022
Robert Nisbet Original Drawing and Etching
Est: $75 - $150
Robert H. Nisbet (American 1879-1961) original drawing and etching. Image size of the drawing is 10 n. x 12 in. and titled 'Connecticut Hills'; and the etching image size is 10 in. x 13.75 in. and is pencil signed and titled 'Connecticut Hills' (note this is rumpled around the edge of the image perhaps from being stored on an oval item?) Provenance: Formerly estate of artist (Fritz Eichenberg), recently private collection. Unframed, loose and not mounted or glued down. If lot is absent of a condition report one may be requested via email. Condition report is provided as an opinion only and is no guarantee as grading can be subjective. Buyer must view photographs or scans to assist in determining condition and ask further questions if so desired. Our in-house shipping department will gladly pack and ship any item that fits into a 14x14x14 inch or 30x5x24 inch or equivalent or smaller box/folio if it is not fragile or over 25lbs. We will charge for labor to pack and process based on actual time it takes, actual cost of materials used to pack and actual shipper charges that will include insurance and signature required. We generally use USPS and Fed Ex and compare the pricing between the two. Books maximum box size will be 14x14x14 inch or equivalent and will be shipped USPS Media Mail unless otherwise requested. We gladly will give shipping estimates prior to auction. Please make this request at least 24 hours prior to auction for our shipping department to respond. If your invoice is for multiple items, we will use our discretion on requiring the use of an outside shipper. We reserve the right to require an outside shipper on any item(s) in the auction even if not stated.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Apr. 07, 2022
Robert Nisbet (7) Etchings/Engravings [Nature]
Est: $100 - $200
Seven (7) Robert H. Nisbet (American 1879-1961) pencil signed etchings / engravings. Sheets measure 4.75 in. x 5.5 in. - 7 in. x 7.75 in. Provenance: Formerly estate of artist (Fritz Eichenberg), recently private collection. Unframed, loose and not mounted or glued down. If lot is absent of a condition report one may be requested via email. Condition report is provided as an opinion only and is no guarantee as grading can be subjective. Buyer must view photographs or scans to assist in determining condition and ask further questions if so desired. Our in-house shipping department will gladly pack and ship any item that fits into a 14x14x14 inch or 30x5x24 inch or equivalent or smaller box/folio if it is not fragile or over 25lbs. We will charge for labor to pack and process based on actual time it takes, actual cost of materials used to pack and actual shipper charges that will include insurance and signature required. We generally use USPS and Fed Ex and compare the pricing between the two. Books maximum box size will be 14x14x14 inch or equivalent and will be shipped USPS Media Mail unless otherwise requested. We gladly will give shipping estimates prior to auction. Please make this request at least 24 hours prior to auction for our shipping department to respond. If your invoice is for multiple items, we will use our discretion on requiring the use of an outside shipper. We reserve the right to require an outside shipper on any item(s) in the auction even if not stated.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Apr. 07, 2022
Robert Nisbet (6) Etchings / Engravings [Trees]
Est: $100 - $200
Robert H. Nisbet (American 1879-1961) six (6) pencil signed etchings / engravings. Sheets measure from 4.5 in. x 6 in. - 9.5 in. x 9.5 in. Provenance: Formerly estate of artist (Fritz Eichenberg), recently private collection. Unframed, loose and not mounted or glued down. If lot is absent of a condition report one may be requested via email. Condition report is provided as an opinion only and is no guarantee as grading can be subjective. Buyer must view photographs or scans to assist in determining condition and ask further questions if so desired. Our in-house shipping department will gladly pack and ship any item that fits into a 14x14x14 inch or 30x5x24 inch or equivalent or smaller box/folio if it is not fragile or over 25lbs. We will charge for labor to pack and process based on actual time it takes, actual cost of materials used to pack and actual shipper charges that will include insurance and signature required. We generally use USPS and Fed Ex and compare the pricing between the two. Books maximum box size will be 14x14x14 inch or equivalent and will be shipped USPS Media Mail unless otherwise requested. We gladly will give shipping estimates prior to auction. Please make this request at least 24 hours prior to auction for our shipping department to respond. If your invoice is for multiple items, we will use our discretion on requiring the use of an outside shipper. We reserve the right to require an outside shipper on any item(s) in the auction even if not stated.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Jul. 29, 2021
ROBERT HOGG NISBET (Connecticut/Rhode Island, 1879-1961), “At Northport”., Oil on board, 5” x 7”. Framed 10.75” x 12.75”.
Est: $600 - $800
ROBERT HOGG NISBET Connecticut/Rhode Island, 1879-1961 "At Northport". Initialed lower left "R.H.N". Titled verso.
Eldred's
Jul. 09, 2021
ROBERT HOGG NISBET (CT/RI, 1879-1961)
Est: $600 - $800
Miniature "Kent Countryside", oil on board, initialed lower left, titled on label verso from The Cooley Gallery of Old Lyme, Conn. Housed in a water gilt molded frame, OS: 7" x 10", SS: 4 3/4" x 7 3/4". Very good condition.
Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Jun. 17, 2021
Robert H Nisbet Etchings [Lane's Falls, CT]
Est: $80 - $150
Two (2) Robert Hogg Nisbet (Connecticut, Rhode Island 1879-1961) etchings. Both signed in pencil lower right. Smallest measures 6.5-in. x 7.875-in. sheet size, largest 11.375-in. x 8.625-in. sheet size. Both in good condition with minor toning. Both unframed, loose and not mounted or glued down. If lot is absent of a condition report one may be requested via email. Condition report is provided as an opinion only and is no guarantee as grading can be subjective. Buyer must view photographs or scans to assist in determining condition and ask further questions if so desired. Our in-house shipping department will gladly pack and ship any item that fits into a 14x14x14 inch or 30x5x24 inch or equivalent or smaller box/folio if it is not fragile or over 25lbs. We will charge for labor to pack and process based on actual time it takes, actual cost of materials used to pack and actual shipper charges that will include insurance and signature required. We generally use USPS and Fed Ex and compare the pricing between the two. Books maximum box size will be 14x14x14 inch or equivalent and will be shipped USPS Media Mail unless otherwise requested. We gladly will give shipping estimates prior to auction. Please make this request at least 24 hours prior to auction for our shipping department to respond. If your invoice is for multiple items, we will use our discretion on requiring the use of an outside shipper. We reserve the right to require an outside shipper on any item(s) in the auction even if not stated.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Jun. 17, 2021
Robert H Nisbet Pencil Drawing [Kent Falls, CT]
Est: $150 - $300
Robert Hogg Nisbet (Connecticut, Rhode Island 1879-1961) original pencil drawing. Signed by artist in pencil lower right. Title 'Kent Falls' in pencil lower right above signature. Measures 8-in. x 10-in. image size, 10-in. x 12.75-in. sheet size. In good condition with foxing. Unframed, loose and not mounted or glued down. If lot is absent of a condition report one may be requested via email. Condition report is provided as an opinion only and is no guarantee as grading can be subjective. Buyer must view photographs or scans to assist in determining condition and ask further questions if so desired. Our in-house shipping department will gladly pack and ship any item that fits into a 14x14x14 inch or 30x5x24 inch or equivalent or smaller box/folio if it is not fragile or over 25lbs. We will charge for labor to pack and process based on actual time it takes, actual cost of materials used to pack and actual shipper charges that will include insurance and signature required. We generally use USPS and Fed Ex and compare the pricing between the two. Books maximum box size will be 14x14x14 inch or equivalent and will be shipped USPS Media Mail unless otherwise requested. We gladly will give shipping estimates prior to auction. Please make this request at least 24 hours prior to auction for our shipping department to respond. If your invoice is for multiple items, we will use our discretion on requiring the use of an outside shipper. We reserve the right to require an outside shipper on any item(s) in the auction even if not stated.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Jun. 17, 2021
Robert H Nisbet Etching w/Aquatint [Moonlight, FL]
Est: $150 - $300
Robert Hogg Nisbet (Connecticut, Rhode Island 1879-1961) etching with aquatint. Signed by artist in pencil lower right. Title 'St. Cloud - Florida - Moonlight' in pencil lower center of sheet. Measures 8.875-in. x 6.75-in. image size, 16.5-in. x 10.375-in. sheet size. In good condition with toning along edges. Unframed, loose and not mounted or glued down. If lot is absent of a condition report one may be requested via email. Condition report is provided as an opinion only and is no guarantee as grading can be subjective. Buyer must view photographs or scans to assist in determining condition and ask further questions if so desired. Our in-house shipping department will gladly pack and ship any item that fits into a 14x14x14 inch or 30x5x24 inch or equivalent or smaller box/folio if it is not fragile or over 25lbs. We will charge for labor to pack and process based on actual time it takes, actual cost of materials used to pack and actual shipper charges that will include insurance and signature required. We generally use USPS and Fed Ex and compare the pricing between the two. Books maximum box size will be 14x14x14 inch or equivalent and will be shipped USPS Media Mail unless otherwise requested. We gladly will give shipping estimates prior to auction. Please make this request at least 24 hours prior to auction for our shipping department to respond. If your invoice is for multiple items, we will use our discretion on requiring the use of an outside shipper. We reserve the right to require an outside shipper on any item(s) in the auction even if not stated.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Apr. 30, 2021
TWO ROBERT HOGG NISBET, EARLY 20TH C. W/C CAMPUS STUDIES BROWN UNIVERSITY
Est: $150 - $300
TWO ROBERT HOGG NISBET, EARLY 20TH C. W/C CAMPUS STUDIES BROWN UNIVERSITY. Robert Hogg Nisbet (1879-1961) was Connecticut/Rhode Island artist who taught at Brown University. The first of a white building with classical porch, paper size 4 1/4” x 5 1/2”, frame 8 3/4” x 9 1/2”; the second of gray buildings with red roofs and springtime flowers, sight 3 3/4” x 4 3/4”, frame 6 3/4” x 7 1/2”
William Smith Auctions
Apr. 30, 2021
TWO ROBERT HOGG NISBET, EARLY 20TH C. W/C CAMPUS STUDIES BROWN UNIVERSITY
Est: $150 - $300
TWO ROBERT HOGG NISBET, EARLY 20TH C. W/C CAMPUS STUDIES BROWN UNIVERSITY. Robert Hogg Nisbet (1879-1961) was Connecticut/Rhode Island artist who taught at Brown University. The first of a white building with classical porch, paper size 4 1/4” x 5 1/2”, frame 8 3/4” x 9 1/2”; the second of gray buildings with red roofs and springtime flowers, sight 3 3/4” x 4 3/4”, frame 6 3/4” x 7 1/2”
William Smith Auctions
Oct. 25, 2020
ROBERT NISBET, PENNSYLVANIA AUTUMN LANDSCAPE
Est: $500 - $700
Robert Hogg Nisbet (America/Rhode Island, 1879-1961). "Wissahickon Creek", oil on canvasboard. Signed lower left, titled verso.Approx. 17.5" x 15.5" (frame), 12" x 10" (canvasboard)
Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
Oct. 24, 2020
ROBERT H. NISBET (1879-1961) Low Tide, Etching
Est: $200 - $400
ROBERT H. NISBET (1879-1961) Low Tide, Etching
Bakker Auctions
Sep. 23, 2020
Robert Hogg Nisbet, The Stream in Summer (Bathing Outdoors)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Robert Hogg Nisbet The Stream in Summer (Bathing Outdoors) oil on canvas 24.25 h × 20.25 w in (62 × 51 cm) Signed to lower right 'Robert Nisbet'. Condition of the item is not included in this description. Condition reports are available from Rago upon request. Rago strongly recommends that you review a condition report for each item on which you plan to bid. Email condition@ragoarts.com to request a condition report.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Sep. 23, 2020
Robert Hogg Nisbet, Looking West
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Robert Hogg Nisbet Looking West oil on canvas 27 h × 30 w in (69 × 76 cm) Signed to lower right 'R.H. Nisbet'. Provenance: Collection of the artist | Collection of a student of the artist | Thence by descent condition: Generally good overall condition. Restretched onto original stretcher. A few areas of paint loss above tree at left and along the extreme right side of canvas. Framed without glazing measuring 37 x 40 inches.
Rago Arts and Auction Center