James (1751) Sharples Paintings & Artwork for Sale | James (1751) Sharples Art Value Price Guide

Oct. 17, 2024
James Sharples
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
(New York/English, 1751-1811) A Pair of Portraits: A Man and A Woman, pastel on paper, 9-1/4 x 7-1/4 in.; matching original gilt wood frames, 15-1/2 x 13-1/2 in. Provenance: Sotheby’s New York, January 2017, Property from the Collection of E. Newbold and Margaret DuPont Smith, sold for $9.375; Private Georgia Collection; Brunk Auctions, Mar 24, 2018, lot 417, sold for $6,600; Private Virginia Collection Note: Though born in England, Sharples is generally considered and best known as an American artist. He is one of the seventeen or so artists who were privileged to portray George Washington from a life sitting. Sharples, his wives, and three of his children were all artists of such high quality and similarity that their work is often mistaken for James senior's.
Brunk Auctions
Nov. 10, 2023
18TH C. PAIR, OVAL SHIP MERCHANT & WIFE PORTRAITS
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Attributed to James Sharples (Sharpless) (British (active Pennsylvania, New York), 1751/52-1811), undated, oil on metal panel, pair of oval half length portraits depicting a shipping merchant with his ships in the background, one named "Morant", and his wife, having no apparent signatures, numeric inscriptions to verso of metal panel, D.B. Butlers labels en verso to backing board, framed. Approximate dimensions: Panel h. 12.25", w. 10.375"; Overall h. 13.75", w. 11.875", d. 1".
Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
Sep. 16, 2023
Attributed to James Sharples, Sr.
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
(Pennsylvania/New York/British, 1751/52-1811) Portrait of a Young Girl in a Landscape, said to be Selena Morshead (1779-1865), the daughter of Sir John Morshead (label verso), circa 1786-1788, pastel on laid paper, 8 x 6-1/4 in.; 19th century papier mache frame, convex glass, 11 x 9 in. Provenance: Private Collection, New York, New York Note: According to pastellist scholar and author, Neil Jeffares, "Sharples also involved his wife (and later their children) in his portraiture, and often their work can be hard to tell apart, so I can't entirely exclude the possibility that this is by Ellen Sharples." Oh the basis of a photograph, this portrait will be included in Neil Jeffares' online Dictionary of Pastellists before 1800 as J.675.463 Lady Mill, nee Selina Morshead (1779-1862), pstl/ppr, 20x16, c.1790 (pc 2023)
Brunk Auctions
Mar. 25, 2023
Attributed to James Sharples Sr.
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
(British/American, 1751-1811) A Pair of Portraits: Mr. and Mrs. Stewart, nee Hamilton, unsigned, pastel on paper, 9-3/8 x 7-1/2 in.; matching gilt wood and composition frames, 11-7/8 x 9-7/8 in. Provenance: A Gentleman's Collection, from a Washington, DC Townhouse; Sotheby's, New York, October, 24, 1985, lot 105; Freeman's, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 22nd Apr, 2015, sold for $1,250. Lot originally accompanied by photocopied bill of sale and typed note suggesting that "the portraits belonged to the Nathan Lord family of Kittery Maine..." and were purchased from his family's descendants.
Brunk Auctions
Jan. 21, 2022
JAMES SHARPLES (1751/2-1811) GEORGE WASHINGTON
Est: $200,000 - $300,000
JAMES SHARPLES (1751/2-1811) GEORGE WASHINGTON pastel on paper 9 1⁄2 x 7 3⁄4 in.
Christie's
Jan. 13, 2022
James Sharples Sr. pastel profile portrait
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
James Sharples Sr. (American/British 1751-1811), pastel profile portrait of a gentleman, 9" x 7". Provenance: The Collection of Jack and Mary Louise Krumrine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.
Pook & Pook Inc.
Jan. 13, 2022
James Sharples Sr. pastel profile portrait
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
James Sharples Sr. (American/British 1751-1811), pastel profile portrait of a gentleman, 9" x 7". Provenance: The Collection of Jack and Mary Louise Krumrine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.
Pook & Pook Inc.
Mar. 20, 2021
PORTRAIT ATTR. TO JAMES SHARPLES (1751-1811)
Est: $600 - $1,200
(18th c) Portrait on laid paper. Written on back of frame the sitter is identified as Elizabeth Schuyler Hamilton (1757-1854) c.1795. pastel 9 1/2 x 7 1/2 inches. unsigned. framed 9 1/2 x 7 1/2 inches. framed 12 x 10 inches (overall). Condition: Pigment displacement, foxing Temp No 6005
John McInnis Auctioneers
Jan. 21, 2021
JAMES SHARPLES (1751/2-1811) Alexander Hamilton pastel on paper 9O x 7.5
Est: $20,000 - $40,000
JAMES SHARPLES (1751/2-1811) Alexander Hamilton pastel on paper 9O x 7.5 in. executed 1796-1801
Christie's
Jan. 21, 2021
JAMES SHARPLES (1751/2-1811) George Washington backboards hand-inscribed
Est: $50,000 - $70,000
JAMES SHARPLES (1751/2-1811) George Washington backboards hand-inscribed in ink, General Washington/ by James Sharples/ 1796; typed paper label, Original wood backing./ Paper labels removed and filed separately/ Note burned-in inscription above center/ of wood backing./ April 1969; printed paper label of Childs Gallery, Boston detailing provenance pastel on paper 9O x 7æ in. executed 1796-1801
Christie's
Jul. 29, 2020
Attributed to James Sharples (circa 1751-1811) Portrait of George Washington 9 1/2 x 7 5/8in (24.1 x 19.4cm)
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
Attributed to James Sharples (circa 1751-1811) Portrait of George Washington pastel on paper 9 1/2 x 7 5/8in (24.1 x 19.4cm) For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Nov. 12, 2019
James Sharples Sr. (1751-1811), Pair of portraits: lady and gentleman, circa 1790
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
James Sharples Sr. (1751-1811) Pair of portraits: lady and gentleman, circa 1790 Pastel on paper, framed. 9 1/2 in. x 7 1/2 in. (sight) PROVENANCE: Private collection. Sotheby Parke-Bernet, New York, New York, April 29, 1977, Sale 3981, Lot 448. Mrs. William H. Bender, Bronxville, New York.
Freeman's | Hindman
Nov. 14, 2018
Attributed to James Sharples (1751-1811), Portrait of a lady, early 19th century
Est: $500 - $800
Attributed to James Sharples (1751-1811) Portrait of a lady, early 19th century Partial paper label identifying sitter on verso, pastel on paper, original frame. 8 7/8 in. x 7 1/4 in. (sight) PROVENANCE: Private collection
Freeman's | Hindman
Jul. 14, 2018
Miniature portrait attr. J. Sharples
Est: $400 - $450
Attributed to James Sharples Sr. (Pennsylvania/New York/England, 1752-1811) watercolor on paper miniature portrait of a gentleman in profile. The subject, painted in an oval on rectangular paper, has a full head of long brown hair and wears a blue waistcoat with gold buttons and gold cumberbund. Painted brown border. Dark stained wood frame with ripple molding, possibly original. Paper label en verso appears to contain a date of June 18, 1800 and number 437. 2 3/4" x 1 7/8" sight, 3 3/4" x 2 7/8" framed. Provenance: The collection of internationally known ragtime pianist and historian Johnny Maddox, Gallatin, TN. (Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com.)
Case Antiques, Inc. Auctions & Appraisals
Jun. 23, 2018
JAMES SHARPLES (BRITISH / AMERICAN, 1751-1811) PORTRAIT OF A GENTLEMAN
Est: $800 - $1,200
JAMES SHARPLES (BRITISH / AMERICAN, 1751-1811) PORTRAIT OF A GENTLEMAN, pastel on paper, silver-haired figure in profile against a blue background, no signature located. Housed under glass in a period frame. Discovered in Virginia.
Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates
Apr. 07, 2018
JAMES SHARPLES (ANGLO/ AMERICAN 1751-1811). PORTRAIT OF SAMUEL M. THOMPSON OF NEW YORK, CIRCA 1800.
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Thompson (1768/9-1853) married Hannah Stoddard in 1801. Pastel on paper, 9 3/4 x 7 3/4 inches. The reverse with old label identifying the sitter.Provenance: Sharples Family; Ginsberg & Levy, Inc., 1967.
Bourgeault-Horan Antiquarians
Dec. 10, 2017
James Sharples Portrait of John Millington Massey
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
1751 - 1811,PA, NY, England. Attributed to James Sharples - Reverend John Millington Massey - pastel on paper. Extensive old ink notations on frame reverse. AskArt auction hi $141,200 in 2005. Live Auctioneer auction hi $80K in 2013.
East Coast Fine Arts
Oct. 11, 2017
James Sharples (1751-1811) British. A Portrait of Miss Donaldson, Wearing a Blue Dress and a Black Hat, Pastel, Inscribed on the Reverse, Oval, 10" x 8". Provenance; Bowes Lyon Sale.
Est: £100 - £150
James Sharples (1751-1811) British. A Portrait of Miss Donaldson, Wearing a Blue Dress and a Black Hat, Pastel, Inscribed on the Reverse, Oval, 10" x 8". Provenance; Bowes Lyon Sale.
John Nicholson's Fine Art Auctioneers & Valuers
Sep. 20, 2017
James Sharples (1751-1811) Portrait of an Older Gentleman, circa 1800 pastel on paper 12 x 10 ½ in. (including frame)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
James Sharples (1751-1811) Portrait of an Older Gentleman, circa 1800 signed J. Sharples on old paper label on reverse pastel on paper 12 x 10 ½ in. (including frame)
Christie's
Sep. 20, 2017
Possibly James Sharples (1751-1811) Portrait of a Young Gentleman, circa 1800 pastel on paper 12 x 10 ½ in. (including frame)
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Possibly James Sharples (1751-1811) Portrait of a Young Gentleman, circa 1800 pastel on paper 12 x 10 ½ in. (including frame)
Christie's
Aug. 19, 2017
JAMES SHARPLES (ANGLO/ AMERICAN 1751-1811). PORTRAIT OF SAMUEL M. THOMPSON OF NEW YORK, CIRCA 1800.
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Thompson (1768/9-1853) married Hannah Stoddard in 1801. Pastel on paper, 9 3/4 x 7 3/4 inches. The reverse with old label identifying the sitter.Provenance: Sharples Family; Ginsberg & Levy, Inc., 1967.
Bourgeault-Horan Antiquarians
Aug. 18, 2017
JAMES SHARPLES (ANGLO/ AMERICAN 1752-1811). PORTRAIT OF GEORGE WASHINGTON IN UNIFORM, CIRCA 1796-1797.
Est: $25,000 - $40,000
Between the years 1794-1801, the British-trained James Sharples produced an accomplished body of pastel portraiture in America, describing his sitters as "Distinguished American Characters," including the most prominent men of the Revolutionary War era such as Adams, Hamilton, Jefferson and Madison. His most famous subject was George Washington, who sat for Sharples between 1796 in Philadelphia and later in 1797, possibly at Mount Vernon. From these sittings, Sharples created three portraits: a left profile, a right profile and a three-quarter view. Sharples and his family replicated these, much as Gilbert Stuart would do in oil, charging $15 for the profile and $20 for the "full face." While the profile portraits depict Washington in a somber black coat, the three-quarter view offers Washington in full dress uniform as Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army and is the rarer of the three portraits. Sharples' depictions of Washington can be found in major collections on both sides of the Atlantic, including The National Portrait Gallery, Washington, D.C. and London; The Metropolitan Museum of Art; Mount Vernon; Independence Hall; and Yale University. After Sharples death, the family returned to England and a large group of their work went to the Bristol Museum & Art Gallery. In the Museum's "Catalogue of the Sharples Collection of Pastel Portraits and Oil Paintings," the "full face" portrait of Washington in uniform is listed and illustrated as No. 1 of 97 paintings in the collection. Oval format of cabinet size, depicted in a three-quarter view facing right. Pastel on paper, 9 x 7 inches. In a gilt oval molded and beaded frame.
Bourgeault-Horan Antiquarians
Aug. 02, 2017
James Sharples (1751-1811) British. A Portrait of Miss Donaldson, Wearing a Blue Dress and a Black Hat, Pastel, Inscribed on the Reverse, Oval, 10" x 8". Provenance; Bowes Lyon Sale.
Est: £100 - £200
James Sharples (1751-1811) British. A Portrait of Miss Donaldson, Wearing a Blue Dress and a Black Hat, Pastel, Inscribed on the Reverse, Oval, 10" x 8". Provenance; Bowes Lyon Sale.
John Nicholson's Fine Art Auctioneers & Valuers
May. 31, 2017
James Sharples (1751-1811) British. Portrait of a Man, a Member of the Bradford Family, From Boston, America, Pastel, Inscribed on the reverse, Oval, 7.5" x 6", and two others by the same hand, A Lady wearing a Bonnet, and a Young Girl dressed in White, a set of three (3). Provenance; Property of Mrs Lovell Hodge and Miss Parry.
Est: £1,500 - £2,000
James Sharples (1751-1811) British. Portrait of a Man, a Member of the Bradford Family, From Boston, America, Pastel, Inscribed on the reverse, Oval, 7.5" x 6", and two others by the same hand, A Lady wearing a Bonnet, and a Young Girl dressed in White, a set of three (3). Provenance; Property of Mrs Lovell Hodge and Miss Parry.
John Nicholson's Fine Art Auctioneers & Valuers
Jan. 21, 2017
JAMES SHARPLES (1751 - 1811) | Profile Portrait of George Washington
Est: $12,000 - $18,000
pastel on paper
Sotheby's
Jan. 21, 2017
JAMES SHARPLES (1751 - 1811) | Portraits of a Man and a Woman: a pair
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
pastel on paper
Sotheby's
Jan. 15, 2017
Circle of James Sharples, "Gentleman"
Est: $600 - $800
Circle of James Sharples (American, 1751-1811), "Portrait of a Colonial Gentleman", pastel on paper, apparently unsigned. Bust length portrait painting depicting a gentleman with raven hair and blue piercing eyes, in black coat with narrow white collar. With restorer's label to verso. Framed approximately 15" x 12.25". Sight approximately 12.5" x 9.75".
Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
Jan. 15, 2017
Circle of James Sharples, "Gentleman with Wig"
Est: $600 - $800
Circle of James Sharples (American, 1751-1811), "Portrait of a Colonial Gentleman with Wig", pastel on paper, apparently unsigned. Bust length portrait painting depicting a gentleman with bob wig, with black coat and white scalloped cravat. With restorer's label to verso. Framed approximately 15" x 12.25". Sight approximately 12.5" x 9.75".
Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
Nov. 16, 2016
After James Sharples (c. 1751-1811), Pair of portraits: Miers Fisher (1748-1819) and Sarah Redwood Fisher (
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
After James Sharples (c. 1751-1811) Pair of portraits: Miers Fisher (1748-1819) and Sarah Redwood Fisher ( 1755-1847) Each oil on artist's board, framed. 10 1/2 in. x 8 1/4 in. (sight) PROVENANCE: Exhibited at Lemon Hill Mansion, Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Collection of The Colonial Dames of America, Chapter II. Given by the Estate of Lydia Fisher Warner (1870-1947), 1949, and previously exhibited at Historic Wakefield, Germantown, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Freeman's | Hindman
Oct. 15, 2016
Circle of James Sharples, "Gentleman"
Est: $700 - $900
Circle of James Sharples (American, 1751-1811), "Portrait of a Colonial Gentleman", pastel on paper, apparently unsigned. Bust length portrait painting depicting a gentleman with raven hair and blue piercing eyes, in black coat with narrow white collar. With restorer's label to verso. Framed approximately 15" x 12.25". Sight approximately 12.5" x 9.75".
Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
Oct. 15, 2016
Circle of James Sharples, "Gentleman with Wig"
Est: $700 - $900
Circle of James Sharples (American, 1751-1811), "Portrait of a Colonial Gentleman with Wig", pastel on paper, apparently unsigned. Bust length portrait painting depicting a gentleman with bob wig, with black coat and white scalloped cravat. With restorer's label to verso. Framed approximately 15" x 12.25". Sight approximately 12.5" x 9.75".
Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
Sep. 18, 2016
James Sharples Portrait of John Millington Massey
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
Art,Painting,Pastel,James Sharples Portrait of John Millington Massey,1751/52 - 1811,PA, NY, England. Attributed to James Sharples - Reverend John Millington Massey - pastel on paper. Old ink notations on frame reverse. AskArt auction hi $141,200 in 2005. Live Auctioneer auction hi $80K in 2013.,9 1/2H_7 5/8W,12H_10 1/4W
East Coast Fine Arts
Aug. 21, 2016
JAMES SHARPLES (1751-1811). PORTRAIT OF A COLONIAL GENTLEMAN.
Est: $800 - $1,200
Oil on panel, 9 1/4 x 7 3/8 inches.
Bourgeault-Horan Antiquarians
Mar. 24, 2016
Bath.- - 3 indentures relating to property in Bath, Ds.s
Est: £100 - £150
3 indentures relating to property in Bath, Ds.s., "James Goodridge", "James Sharples", "Rev. Dr. Alleyne Walter" and others, manuscripts on vellum, folds, some slight marking, v.s., v.d., 1796, 1800 & 1806. James Goodridge, builder of Bathwick, Bath. Sharples (James, 1751/2 1811), portrait painter.
Dreweatts 1759
Jan. 20, 2016
JAMES SHARPLES 1751 - 1811 | PROFILE PORTRAITS OF MR. AND MRS. JOSIAH THOMAS, JR.: A PAIR
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Note on reverse reads: "by Josiah Thomas Jr. and his wife. He was a printmaker who made labels on the Willard family clock."
Sotheby's
Jan. 20, 2016
JAMES SHARPLES 1751 - 1811 | ANTHONY WAYNE
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Inscription on aged label on what appears to be original backboard General Anthony Wayne born Chester County, Penna. 1745/Died Carlisle[sic] 1796.
Sotheby's
Jan. 20, 2016
JAMES SHARPLES 1751 - 1811 | CAPTAIN ISRAEL WHELEN
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Paper on back reads Captain Israel Whelen/(son of Dennis & Sarah Thompson Whelen)/Grandfather of Edward Siddons Whelen/Executed by Sharples. Additional tag reads: Property of/John Frazer, Jr./Dec 13 1959.
Sotheby's
Jan. 20, 2016
JAMES SHARPLES 1751 - 1811 | MR. AND MRS. SAMUEL BASS (SARAH LAWRENCE)
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Appear to retain their original gilt wood and gesso frames. Note on verso in Mrs. Schorsch's handwriting: Mr. and Mrs. Bass by James Sharples Philadelphia from Chrysler/Garbisch Collection. She is Sarah Lawrence Bass for whom the Sara Lawrence is named.
Sotheby's
Dec. 06, 2015
JAMES SR SHARPLES, (American, 1751/2-1811), PORTRAIT OF JAMES MADISON AS A YOUNG MAN, pastel on paper, 8 3/4 x 7 in. (17 1/4 x 15 1/4 in.)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
JAMES SR SHARPLES (American, 1751/2-1811) PORTRAIT OF JAMES MADISON AS A YOUNG MAN pastel on paper 8 3/4 x 7 in. (17 1/4 x 15 1/4 in.) Provenance: Property of a Massachusetts Lady.
Grogan & Company
Nov. 11, 2015
Attributed to James Sharples, Sr. (1751-1811), oval portrait of a woman, "aged 64 years, nov. 25, 1803"
Est: $600 - $800
Attributed to James Sharples, Sr. (1751-1811) oval portrait of a woman, "aged 64 years, nov. 25, 1803" Pastel on paper, framed. 9 3/4 in. x 7 1/2 in. (sight) PROVENANCE: Retains label from Kennedy Galleries, New York, New York.
Freeman's | Hindman
Apr. 22, 2015
Attributed to James Sharples, Sr. (1751-1811), pair of portraits: mr. and mrs. stewart, née hamilton
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Attributed to James Sharples, Sr. (1751-1811) pair of portraits: mr. and mrs. stewart, née hamilton Pastel on paper, framed. 9 in. x 6 7/8 in. (sight) PROVENANCE: A Gentleman's Collection, from a Washington, DC Townhouse. Sotheby's, New York, October, 24, 1985, Lot 105. Lot accompanied by photocopied bill of sale and typed note suggesting that "the portraits belonged to the Nathan Lord faimly {sic} of Kittery Maine..." and were purchased from his family's descendants.
Freeman's | Hindman
Nov. 13, 2014
Attributed to James Sharples, Sr. (1751-1811), pair of portraits: mr. and mrs. stewart, née hamilton
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Attributed to James Sharples, Sr. (1751-1811) pair of portraits: mr. and mrs. stewart, née hamilton Pastel on paper, framed. 9 in. x 6 7/8 in. (sight) PROVENANCE: A Gentleman's Collection, from a Washington, DC Townhouse. Sotheby's New York, October, 24, 1985, Lot 105. Lot accompanied by photocopied bill of sale. A photocopy of a typed note that accompanies the lot suggests that "the portraits belonged to the Nathan Lord faimly {sic} of Kittery Maine, and were said to have been done by Sharples while he was in England and brought to America by Nathan Lord. The Ladys maiden name was Hamilton and her Husband a Stwart...and were purchased directly from the faimly {sic} in (descendents) in Dennis Mass...one very elderley {sic} lady the only remaining member left."
Freeman's | Hindman
Aug. 24, 2014
Attr. to James Sharples, Sr. (1751/52-1811)
Est: $400 - $700
Attributed to James Sharples, Sr. (British/American, 1751/52-1811), "Portrait of a Gentleman", pastel on paper, unsigned, verso with a handwritten attribution label, sight 10" x 8-1/2". Glazed and framed.
New Orleans Auction Galleries
Feb. 23, 2014
JAMES SHARPLES SR. (British 1751/2-1811) A PAINTING, "Portrait of a Gentleman,"
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
JAMES SHARPLES SR. (British 1751/2-1811) A PAINTING, "Portrait of a Gentleman," pastel on paper. 10" x 8" Framed.
Simpson Galleries, LLC
Feb. 04, 2014
JAMES SHARPLES SR. (American, 1751-1811) PAIR OF THE SWEET FAMILY PORTRAITS.
Est: $5,000 - $8,000
Watercolor paper mounted to panel Both housed in identical antique gilt molded wood frames with original glass Unsigned SIZE: 11-1/2" x 9". Overall: 12-3/4" x 11". CONDITION: Water stains but colors are vivid. Otherwise generally good. 9-90651
James D. Julia
Jan. 24, 2014
James Sharples (1751-1811)
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
These portraits depict the children of George Andrews of Bristol, England. Related portraits hang in the Bristol City Museum. They appear to retain the original gilded frames and wood backing.,pastel on paper,9 1/8 by 7 1/8 inches each,Painted circa 1788.
Sotheby's
Jan. 24, 2014
James Sharples (1751-1811)
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
In a molded giltwood and gesso frame.,pastel on paper,9 by 7 inches,Painted circa 1796
Sotheby's
Oct. 27, 2013
Attributed to James Sharples, Sr. (Anglo/American, 1751/52-1811) Two Profile Sketch Portraits of Gentlemen in Late 18th Century Costume
Est: $600 - $800
Attributed to James Sharples, Sr. (Anglo/American, 1751/52-1811) Two Profile Sketch Portraits of Gentlemen in Late 18th Century Costume. Unsigned. Ink on paper, 7 3/8 x 5 1/8 in., in later molded giltwood frames. Condition: Both with light moisture stains, not examined out of frames.
Skinner