James (1740) Watson Paintings & Artwork for Sale | James (1740) Watson Art Value Price Guide

Aug. 17, 2024
J. WATSON (*1740) after REYNOLDS (*1723), Portrait of R. H. Drummond (1711-1776), around 1764, Mezzo
Est: €300 - €400
James Watson (before 1740 Dublin - 1790 London) after Joshua Reynolds (1723 Plymouth - 1792 London): Portrait of Robert Hay Drummond (1711 London - 1776 Bishopthorpe), c. 1764, Mezzotint Technique: Mezzotint on Paper Date: c. 1764 Description: The artwork shows a portrait of a dignified clergyman in splendid official dress. He is holding a richly decorated book and his expression conveys seriousness and authority. The work embodies the religious and intellectual significance of the sitter, emphasised by the careful depiction and the use of symbolic elements. Person: Depicted: Robert Hay Drummond (1711 London - 1776 Bishopthorpe) Keywords: portrait; clergyman; official dress; book; seriousness; authority; religiosity; symbolism; intellectuality; dignity; art history; representation; religious context; historical context; academic; splendid; ornate; authority; seriousness; symbolism, 18th century, Classicism, Portraits, United Kingdom, Size: Paper: 40,4 cm x 33,5 cm (15,9 x 13,2 in), Plate: 34,0 cm x 28,0 cm (13,4 x 11 in)
Fichter Kunsthandel
Aug. 17, 2024
J. WATSON (*1740) after DYCK (*1599), Portrait of Sir Rowland Wandesford, 1778, Mezzotint
Est: €600 - €800
James Watson (before 1740 Dublin - 1790 London) after Anthonis van Dyck (1599 Antwerp - 1641 London): Portrait of Sir Rowland Wandesford, 1778, Mezzotint Technique: Mezzotint on Paper Inscription: At the lower part signed in the printing plate: "Van Dyke Pinxit. G. Farington delin.t / James Watson Sculpsit.". Lower middle inscribed in the printing plate: "Lord Chief Baron Wandesford.". Lower middle dated: "John Boydell excudit 1778". Date: 1778 Description: This artwork shows a portrait of Christopher Wandesforde, Lord Chief Baron, in a representative pose. The work conveys an impressive presence of the sitter through its detailed depiction and precise iconography. The austere composition and high-quality execution emphasise the importance and rank of the personality depicted. Keywords: portrait; Christopher Wandesforde; Lord Chief Baron; historical personality; aristocratic dress; representative pose; iconography; baroque period; nobility; art history; academic analysis; historical depiction; artwork; art historical; aristocratic portrait; representation; symbolism; fame; dignity; importance; rank;, 18th century, Classicism, Portraits, United Kingdom, Size: Paper: 57,0 cm x 41,5 cm (22,4 x 16,3 in), Plate: 41,5 cm x 30,6 cm (16,3 x 12 in), Depiction: 37,2 cm x 30,4 cm (14,6 x 12 in)
Fichter Kunsthandel
Aug. 17, 2024
J. WATSON (*1740) after DYCK (*1599), Portrait of Archbishop Laud, 1779, Mezzotint
Est: €450 - €600
James Watson (before 1740 Dublin - 1790 London) after Anthonis van Dyck (1599 Antwerp - 1641 London): Portrait of Archbishop Laud in traditional ecclesiastical garb, 1779, Mezzotint Technique: Mezzotint on Paper Inscription: At the lower part signed in the printing plate: "Van Dyke pinxit. / James Watson sculpsit.". Date: 1779 Description: This artwork shows a portrait of Archbishop Laud, dressed in traditional ecclesiastical garb and assuming a distinguished, self-assured stance. Decorative elements are visible in the background, indicating his high status. Keywords: Archbishop; Portrait; Ecclesiastical vestments; High-ranking cleric; Traditional dress; Self-confidence; Decorative backgrounds; Iconography; Labelling; Historical figure; Portraits; History of faith; Religious art; Baroque; Painting; Ecclesiastical authority; Art history; Clerical influence; Symbolism; Ornaments, 18th century, Classicism, Portraits, United Kingdom, Size: Paper: 42,5 cm x 32,0 cm (16,7 x 12,6 in), Depiction: 38,0 cm x 30,4 cm (15 x 12 in)
Fichter Kunsthandel
Jun. 30, 2024
James Watson Mezzotint Print Architect James Paine and Son 1767
Est: $200 - $250
James Watson (1740â1790) Mezzotint on laid paper, titled 'James Paine Architect, and James Paine Jun.' 'Sold by Ryland & Bryer, at the Kings Arms in Cornhill. After a painting by Sir Joshua Reynolds. Collector's stamp on reverse. Unframed. (5/24) Measurements: Approx. Sheet 15 x 21 inches Condition: Very good condition, toned, light dust soiling, light creasing to corners. Domestic Shipping: $60
Global Auctions Company
Feb. 17, 2023
Watson, James
Est: €70 - €100
(um 1740 Dublin - London 1790). Portrait Arthur Beardmores. J. Watson nach Robert Edge Pine. Schabkunst. 1765. 39 x 27,5 cm. R
Kiefer Buch- und Kunstauktionen
Jul. 08, 2022
Watson, James
Est: €100 - €150
(um 1740 Dublin - London 1790). Portrait Arthur Beardmores. J. Watson nach Robert Edge Pine. Schabkunst. 1765. 39 x 27,5 cm. R
Kiefer Buch- und Kunstauktionen
May. 20, 2022
Watson, J. (1740-1790). "Domestick Employment, Winding of Cotton".
Est: €60 - €80
Watson, J. (1740-1790). "Domestick Employment, Winding of Cotton". Mezzotint after J. HEELLMANN[?], 34,7x25 cm., signed and titled in the plate below the image, London, John Bowles. - Trimmed to the borderline. AND 5 others, partly sl. dam., i.a. J.S. NEGGES, "La Femme qui mange de la Soupe" and "La Famille qui prie Dieu" (two mezzotints, both signed and titled in the plate below image. Both trimmed to/ just within the borderline).
Bubb > Kuyper: Auctioneers of Books, Fine Arts & Manuscripts
Mar. 24, 2021
James Watson, British 1740-1790- The Female Correspondent, after Gabriel Metsu; mezzotint,
Est: £100 - £200
James Watson, British 1740-1790- The Female Correspondent, after Gabriel Metsu; mezzotint, publishd Jany 7th 1771 by J Boydell Engraver in Cheapside, 50x436cm: John Raphael Smith, British 1752-1812- Mrs Carnac, after Sir Joshua Reynolds PRA; mezzotint, pub June 10 1778 by J R Smith N 10 Bateman s Buildings Soho Square, 63x38cm: John Smith, British 1652-1743- Anthony Leigh or the Spanish Fryer, after Sir Godfrey Kneller; mezzotint, published J Smith at Y Lyon & Crown Russell Street Covent Garden, 40.5x23cm: Charles Turner ARA, British 1773-1857- Mrs Whitmore, after Thomas Phillips RA; stipple engraving in sepia, bears label for Alfred Davis, Printseller and Picture Framer, 47 King's Road, Sloane Square, Chelsea, attached to the reverse of the frame, 42.5x34.5cm., (4) Please refer to department for condition report
Roseberys
Mar. 19, 2021
Watson, James
Est: €100 - €150
(1740 Dublin - London 1790). The musical Lady. Mezzotinto n. Metzu bei J.Boydell, Ldn. 1877. Blgr. 45,7 x 33,2 cm. Mit den Namensz. u. Titel i.d. Platte. Mit schmalem Rändchen um die Plattenkante. Unter Passep. u. Glas gerahmt (nicht ausgerahmt). - Hollstein 70. - Stellenw. etw. stockfl. D
Kiefer Buch- und Kunstauktionen
Jul. 07, 2020
James Watson (Irish, 1739-1790), , Three Portraits (Two after Van Dyk, one after Reynolds)
Est: $300 - $500
James Watson (Irish, 1739-1790) Three Portraits (Two after Van Dyk, one after Reynolds) Circa 1788. Three mezzotints on paper. h: 26.5 in.; w: 29 in. provenance: Private collection, NYC
Freeman's | Hindman
Mar. 28, 2020
James Watson "Maria, Duchess of Ancaster". Nach 1755.
Est: €150 - €180
James Watson 1740 Dublin – 1790 London Joshua Reynolds 1723 Plymouth – 1792 London Mezzotint engraving auf Buetten nach einem Gemaelde von Joshua Reynolds (Mannings 163). Unterhalb der Darstellung bezeichnet "J.Walson Sct." re. sowie "Reynolds pinxt." li. Mittig betitelt und bezeichnet "Sold by Ryland & Bryer N. 27 Cornhill". WVZ Smith 1884, Bd. IV, Watson 3; Goodwin 4.III.
Schmidt Kunstauktionen Dresden OHG
Nov. 30, 2018
Watson, J. (1740-1790). "The Rt. Hon.ble Lady Susan O'Brien". Mezzotint portrait after F. COTES, 37,
Est: €100 - €150
Watson, J. (1740-1790). "The Rt. Hon.ble Lady Susan O'Brien". Mezzotint portrait after F. COTES, 37,8x28 cm., London, the artist and B. Clowes, 1772. - Margins sl. foxed and soiled; image trifle rubbed. AND 5 other mezzotints, i.a. "The Soldiers Return" by W. PETHER after J.H. RAMBERG, "Lucretia et Tarquinius" by PICHLER after S. DA PESARO and "Mater Dolorosa" by G.P. and J.L. RUGENDAS.
Bubb > Kuyper: Auctioneers of Books, Fine Arts & Manuscripts
Nov. 30, 2018
Watson, J. (1740-1790). Anne Elliot as Juno. Mezzotint after KETTLE, 61,8x38,5 cm., "Miss Elliot" in
Est: €100 - €150
Watson, J. (1740-1790). Anne Elliot as Juno. Mezzotint after KETTLE, 61,8x38,5 cm., "Miss Elliot" in the print, engr. captions below. - Sl. worn/ foxed. AND 9 mezzotints: by the same, "Lady sitting in a chair" (after RUBENS. Frayed in blank margins); WILLIAM WARD (3x, margins w. defects) and C.H. HODGES (5x, w. defects).
Bubb > Kuyper: Auctioneers of Books, Fine Arts & Manuscripts
Aug. 11, 2018
James Watson mezzotint
Est: $100 - $200
James Watson (British 1740-1790)- ''Sir Joshua Reynolds''- mezzotint, after Sir Joshua Reynolds, paper heavily age toned. 18 1/8 x 13''
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Jun. 09, 2018
James Watson mezzotint
Est: $300 - $500
James Watson (British 1740-1790)- ''Sir Joshua Reynolds''- mezzotint, after Sir Joshua Reynolds, paper heavily age toned. 18 1/8 x 13''
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Nov. 24, 2017
Watson, J. (1740-1790). "Madame la Marquise de Pompadour, Morte En 1764." Mezzotint after F. BOUCHER, 24x18,3 cm., engr. captions below. - Lower margin (captions) waterst. on verso, vaguely shining through. AND 3 other mezzotints by the same: Winding
Est: €100 - €150
Watson, J. (1740-1790). "Madame la Marquise de Pompadour, Morte En 1764." Mezzotint after F. BOUCHER, 24x18,3 cm., engr. captions below. - Lower margin (captions) waterst. on verso, vaguely shining through. AND 3 other mezzotints by the same: Winding of cotton (after J.C. HEILMANN. Yellowed); British Summer (after R. PYLE) and The Brickdust Man (after N. HONE. Browned/ waterst.).
Bubb > Kuyper: Auctioneers of Books, Fine Arts & Manuscripts
Sep. 16, 2016
JAMES WATSON (CA. 1740-1790) *THE MUSICAL LADY* MEZZOTINT AND ENGRAVING, 450 X 329 MM. II/II. HIS WATERMARK AND A CIRCLED CROSS. SOME SHORT TEARS THAT HAVE BEEN REPAIRED ON THE LEFT EDGE.
Est: $150 - $300
JAMES WATSON (CA. 1740-1790) *THE MUSICAL LADY* MEZZOTINT AND ENGRAVING, 450 X 329 MM. II/II. HIS WATERMARK AND A CIRCLED CROSS. SOME SHORT TEARS THAT HAVE BEEN REPAIRED ON THE LEFT EDGE.
Dennis Auction Service
May. 18, 2015
Estate Lot: A Group of 19th Century Art, Prints, Etc...
Est: $200 - $300
Including a mezzotint portrait of a lady by James Watson (IRISH, 1740-1790) after Joshua Reynolds, published by Ryland and Bryer; a stipple engraving by J. Darcis after Carle Vernet titled "Le Depart Au Galop"; a wood engraving by Timothy Cole depicting a portrait of a lady with child, pencil signed at the lower right and dated for 1894; an etching and engraving titled "Yale College & State House New Haven Connecticut"; a small watercolor landscape depicting a river with buildings in the distance; and a hand tinted lithograph of a young boy, illegibly pencil signed and dated for 1835 at the lower right.
Locati LLC
Aug. 29, 2014
James Watson (1740-1790) - Ladies Sarah Lenox and Susan Strangeways, with C.J. Fox,
Est: £150 - £200
mezzotint, after Reynolds, lettered state, published by James Watson, 1762, [Chaloner Smith 91], 585 x 420 mm. (23 x 16 1/2 in); with a mezzotint portrait of The Right Honourable Charles James Fox, by John Jones, after Reynolds, [1796], [Chaloner Smith 28], 490 x 360 mm. (19 1/4 x 14 1/4 in), (2).
Dreweatts 1759
Jul. 24, 2014
James Watson (1740-1790) - Ladies Sarah Lenox and Susan Strangeways, with C.J. Fox,
Est: £300 - £500
James Watson (1740-1790) - Ladies Sarah Lenox and Susan Strangeways, with C.J. Fox, mezzotint, after Reynolds, lettered state, published by James Watson, 1762, [Chaloner Smith 91], 585 x 420 mm. (23 x 16 1/2 in); with a mezzotint portrait of The Right Honourable Charles James Fox, by John Jones, after Reynolds, [1796], [Chaloner Smith 28], 490 x 360 mm. (19 1/4 x 14 1/4 in), (2).
Dreweatts 1759
Feb. 12, 2014
James Watson (d.1790) - John Hawkesworth L.L.D.,
Est: £150 - £200
James Watson (d.1790) - John Hawkesworth L.L.D., after Sir Joshua Reynolds, seated portrait of the friend and collaborator of Dr Johnson, and editor of Captain Cook's First Voyage, mezzotint, 1773, Watson, 380 x 275mm. (15 x 10 3/4 in).
Dreweatts 1759
Feb. 04, 2012
Watson, James
Est: - €200
Watson, James (1740 Dublin - London 1790). Prinz George u. Frederick, Prinzen von Wales. Doppelporträt als Kinder mit Hund. Mezzotinta, nach C. Read, um 1775. 46 x 38 cm. Blgr. 61 x 46 cm. Mit engl. Titel unter d. Darst. Unter Passep. mont. Aufkasch. Gereinigt. Einige Einrisse, Löcher, Wurmlöcher- u. -gänge. Etw. stockfl. Berieb. DGR 3320
Kiefer Buch- und Kunstauktionen
Sep. 05, 2011
James Watson (1851-1936): Country Lane with Horse and Cart
Est: £300 - £400
James Watson (1851-1936): Country Lane with Horse and Cart, watercolour signed and dated 1915, 38cm x 28cm
David Duggleby
Sep. 05, 2011
James Watson (1851-1936): Fishing Boats in Whitby Harbour
Est: £300 - £500
James Watson (1851-1936): Fishing Boats in Whitby Harbour, watercolour signed and dated 1919, 28cm x 39cm
David Duggleby
Jun. 18, 2011
Book - Watson, James
Est: - €300
(1740 Dublin - London 1790). Prinz George u. Frederick, Prinzen von Wales. Doppelporträt als Kinder mit Hund. Mezzotinta, nach C. Read, um 1775. 46 x 38 cm. Blgr. 61 x 46 cm. Mit engl. Titel unter d. Darst. Unter Passep. mont. Aufkasch. Gereinigt. Einige Einrisse, Löcher, Wurmlöcher- u. -gänge. Etw. stockfl. Berieb. DGR 3320
Kiefer Buch- und Kunstauktionen
Dec. 15, 2009
James Watson (Irish, 1740-1790) Sir Jeffrey Amhurst Mezzotint, 1776, a strong impression of the third state of four, after Sir Joshua Reynolds, on laid, 455 x 330mm (17 3/4 x 13in)(PL)
Est: £400 - £600
Sir Jeffrey Amhurst (Chaloner Smith; James Watson 2) Mezzotint, 1776, a strong impression of the third state of four, after Sir Joshua Reynolds, on laid, 455 x 330mm (17 3/4 x 13in)(PL)
Bonhams
Sep. 16, 2009
James Watson (1740-1790), after Sir Joshua Reynolds, P.R.A.
Est: £500 - £700
James Watson (1740-1790), after Sir Joshua Reynolds, P.R.A. James Paine Sr., and James Paine, Jnr mezzotint on laid paper, good proof impression, first state of three, with narrow margins unframed S. 18 3/8 x 13½in. (46.7 x 34.3cm.)
Christie's
Sep. 16, 2009
James Watson (1740-1790), after Henry Morland
Est: £600 - £800
James Watson (1740-1790), after Henry Morland A Girl Singing Ballads by a Paper Lanthorn; and A Girl by Candle light each inscribed with artist and engraver's names in the lower margin in pencil mezzotint on laid paper, proofs before all titles with narrow margins, very rich strong impressions S. 13 3/8 x 9¼in. (34 x 32.5cm.) (2)
Christie's
Jan. 13, 2009
Charles Turner 1773-1857- Portrait of a gentleman,
Est: £200 - £300
Charles Turner 1773-1857- Portrait of a gentleman, standing full length in an interior; publ. march 25th 1839, by Paul &b Domenic Colnaghi, London, mezzotint after George Hayter, 43x35cm in a gilt applied frame: James Watson 1740-1790- "Edmund Burke Esq"; mezzotint after Sir Joshua Reynolds RA 1723-1792: together with other 19/20th century prints and engravings after various hands, (a lot)
Roseberys
Dec. 02, 2008
James Watson (d. 1790), after Sir Joshua Reynolds
Est: £100 - £150
James Watson (d. 1790), after Sir Joshua Reynolds 'Samuel Johnson' mezzotint, published 1770 by Robert Sayer, possibly a later impression 40 x 33 cm (16 x 13 in)
Holloway's
Dec. 02, 2008
James Watson (d. 1790), after Gabriel Metzu 'The
Est: £100 - £150
James Watson (d. 1790), after Gabriel Metzu 'The Female Correspondent' mezzotint, printed in colours, published 1771 by J. Boydell 46 x 35 cm (18 x 13 1/2 in)
Holloway's
Mar. 12, 2008
Lady Sarah Lenox, Lady Susan Strangways, and Charles James Fox
Est: £500 - £700
James Watson (1740-1790), after Sir Joshua Reynolds, P.R.A. Lady Sarah Lenox, Lady Susan Strangways, and Charles James Fox mezzotint on laid paper, second state of five, scratch letter proof before title, very good impression with narrow margins, published by J.Watson, J.Bowles, C.Bowles and R.Sayer unframed P. 25 x 16 15/16in. (63.5 x 43cm.)
Christie's
Mar. 12, 2008
James Paine Sr., and James Paine, Jnr
Est: £400 - £600
James Watson (1740-1790), after Sir Joshua Reynolds, P.R.A. James Paine Sr., and James Paine, Jnr mezzotint on laid paper, first state of three, fine early proof with narrow margins, inscribed 'Mr Payne Architect & his son' (lower right) unframed P. 17 7/8 x 13in. (45.4 x 33cm.)
Christie's