Henry (1787) Williams Sold at Auction Prices

copperplate engraver, Painter, Porträtmaler, Miniature painter, b. 1787 - d. 1830

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  • Henry Williams 1787-1830 Lavoratrici di grano
    Oct. 23, 2024

    Henry Williams 1787-1830 Lavoratrici di grano

    Est: €1,500 - €2,000

    firmato in basso a destra

    Cambi Casa d'Aste
  • Attributed To Henry Williams, Girl At A Piano
    May. 15, 2022

    Attributed To Henry Williams, Girl At A Piano

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    Oil on board, depicting a girl seated at a piano. Signed "H. Williams Pinx 1825" bottom right. 19th Century. Attributed to Henry Williams (Boston, 1787 -1830).

    Locati LLC
  • John Quincy & Louisa Adams Silhouettes
    Dec. 04, 2021

    John Quincy & Louisa Adams Silhouettes

    Est: $100 - $150

    After the originals by Henry Williams (1787-1830) in the National Portrait Gallery Collection; pair of cut out silhouettes with gilt accents, "John Quincy Adams / 1 August 1809 / Age 42" and "Louisa Catherine Adams / 1 August 1809 / Age 24", each marked below image "cut by Henry Williams", under glass in similar painted wood frames; 7 1/4"W x 9 1/4"H and 7"W x 9"W (Ref. 63-2)

    Ivy Auctions
  • HENRY WILLIAMS (Massachusetts, 1787-1830), Miniature portrait of a gentleman, circa 1820., Pendant height 3.25".
    Mar. 04, 2021

    HENRY WILLIAMS (Massachusetts, 1787-1830), Miniature portrait of a gentleman, circa 1820., Pendant height 3.25".

    Est: $200 - $300

    HENRY WILLIAMS 1787-1830 Miniature portrait of a gentleman, circa 1820. Signed lower right. Housed in a gilt pendant case, the reverse with plaited hair in an aperture. Pendant height 3.25".

    Eldred's
  • (3) EARLY 19TH C. MINIATURE PORTRAITS
    Nov. 08, 2019

    (3) EARLY 19TH C. MINIATURE PORTRAITS

    Est: $600 - $800

    (3) EARLY 19TH C. MINIATURE PORTRAITS All oil on ivory, circa 1820, including: Red Haired Blue Eyed Girl in Empire Dress, with blue shawl, by Henry Williams (1787-1830) of Doyle & Williams at Boston's Columbian Museum, signed and dated 1821, in mahogany frame under domed glass, OS: 4 1/2" x 3 3/4", SS: 3" x 2 1/4"; PLUS Second Similar Portrait of Girl with same hair style, similar dress and shawl, unsigned, same framing, flat glass, OS: 4 3/4" x 3 3/4", SS: 3 1/8" x 2 3/8"; PLUS Oval Portrait of Black Haired Woman in white dress with gold jewelry, unsigned, in leather mat frame under glass, OS: 4 1/2" x 3 3/4", SS: 2 1/2" x 2". All in good condition.

    Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
  • (4) SEWALL FAMILY SILHOUETTES
    Jun. 01, 2019

    (4) SEWALL FAMILY SILHOUETTES

    Est: $600 - $800

    (4) SEWALL FAMILY SILHOUETTES Group of (4) Framed Early 19th c. American Paper Silhouettes, one by Boston portrait painter and silhouettist Henry Williams (MA, 1787-1830), including young and older (age 47) depictions of physician, writer and professor Dr. Thomas Sewall (1786-1845) and young and older images of his brother-in-law Dr. Reuben Dimond Mussey (1780-1866), the older image of Dr. Mussey includes the impressed name 'Williams' (for Henry Williams), the younger Dr. Mussey image has an illegible impressed mark, all in newer lemon gold wooden frames, OS: 5 1/2" x 4 5/8" to 6 3/8" x 4 5/8". Foxing and toning, gilding losses to frames. Dr. Thomas Sewell was born in Augusta, ME, graduated from Harvard Medical School, practiced medicine in Chebacco, MA, and was a member of the first Faculty of the Columbian College in Washington DC; New Hampshire born Dr. Reuben Massey was a professor at Dartmouth's medical school and Middlebury College and an advocate of the Temperance movement. He was married to Dr. Sewell's sister, Mary (1782-1807).

    Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
  • Attrb. Henry Williams. Oil/Panel, Portrait
    Mar. 15, 2019

    Attrb. Henry Williams. Oil/Panel, Portrait

    Est: $600 - $800

    Attrb. Henry Williams (American, 1787-1830). An oil on panel portrait of a girl holding a dove. Unsigned. In a gilt frame. Written on back: "This picture belonged to Mrs. S. Jarvis Adams. Painting done by Henry Williams - famous for doing porcelain miniatures - He lived during 1856. 24in x 19in.

    Briggs Auction, Inc.
  • Henry Williams (Boston, 1787-1830)
    Aug. 20, 2018

    Henry Williams (Boston, 1787-1830)

    Est: $200 - $300

    Henry Williams (Boston, 1787-1830), 2 Antique American Silhouettes, embossed "WILLIAMS". Size: 4.5'' x 3.5'', 11 x 9 cm (sight); 6.5'' x 5'', 17 x 13 cm (frame) each.

    Material Culture
  • HENRY WILLIAMS (AMERICAN 1787-1830). PAIR OF PORTRAITS OF MR. AND MRS. SULLIVAN.
    Apr. 07, 2018

    HENRY WILLIAMS (AMERICAN 1787-1830). PAIR OF PORTRAITS OF MR. AND MRS. SULLIVAN.

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    Each depicted half-length, Mr. Sullivan holding a flute and turning a leaf of sheet music. The sitters identified only as "Sullivan" on a label affixed to the reverse. Oil on canvas, 34 x 29 and 33 1/2 x 28 inches.

    Bourgeault-Horan Antiquarians
  • HENRY WILLIAMS (AMERICAN 1787-1830). PORTRAIT MINIATURE OF SARAH LLOYD BORLAND FOSTER, TOGETHER WITH HER WEDDING RING AND A PORTRAIT MINIATURE OF A GENTLEMAN, LIKELY HER HUSBAND, CHARLES CHAUNCY FOSTER OF BOSTON AND CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS.
    Aug. 20, 2017

    HENRY WILLIAMS (AMERICAN 1787-1830). PORTRAIT MINIATURE OF SARAH LLOYD BORLAND FOSTER, TOGETHER WITH HER WEDDING RING AND A PORTRAIT MINIATURE OF A GENTLEMAN, LIKELY HER HUSBAND, CHARLES CHAUNCY FOSTER OF BOSTON AND CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS.

    Est: $900 - $1,500

    Watercolor on ivory, 3 1/8 x 2 3/8 inches. Signed and dated "HW 1813" l.l. The reverse with note inscribed in part "Died 10th Sept. 1812 aged 22 years- Sep 10 '62, 1/2 past 3 pm. It is now at this hour, fifty years since she died..." In an oval leather case with satin lining, pinned to which is a gold wedding band. The gentleman's portrait circa 1830, also watercolor on ivory, 1 1/2 x 1 1/4 inches.Provenance: Descended in the family of Charles Chauncy Foster.

    Bourgeault-Horan Antiquarians
  • Henry Williams (1787-1830), Portrait miniature of a boston gentleman
    Nov. 16, 2016

    Henry Williams (1787-1830), Portrait miniature of a boston gentleman

    Est: $400 - $600

    Henry Williams (1787-1830) Portrait miniature of a boston gentleman Signed and dated, "H. William, 1824," watercolor on ivory, gilt locket frame with braided hair inset at back. 1 3/4 in. x 1 1/4 in. (sight)

    Freeman's | Hindman
  • Attributed to Henry Williams (1787-1830), portrait of judge george thatcher (1754-1824) of massachusetts
    Apr. 22, 2015

    Attributed to Henry Williams (1787-1830), portrait of judge george thatcher (1754-1824) of massachusetts

    Est: $1,500 - $2,500

    Attributed to Henry Williams (1787-1830) portrait of judge george thatcher (1754-1824) of massachusetts Signed and dated, "by Williams 1814," oil on canvas, framed. 28 1/2 in. x 24 1/2 in. (sight) PROVENANCE: Private Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Collection.

    Freeman's | Hindman
  • SILHOUETTE.
    Mar. 15, 2014

    SILHOUETTE.

    Est: $100 - $300

    SILHOUETTE. Signed "Williams", possibly Henry Williams (Boston, 1787 to 1830). Hollow cut portrait of a man in colonial dress. In a frame, 5"h. 4.25"w.

    Garth's Auctioneers & Appraisers
  • SILHOUETTE OF A COUPLE BY HENRY WILLIAMS (BOSTON, 1787-1830).
    Nov. 29, 2013

    SILHOUETTE OF A COUPLE BY HENRY WILLIAMS (BOSTON, 1787-1830).

    Est: $400 - $800

    SILHOUETTE OF A COUPLE BY HENRY WILLIAMS (BOSTON, 1787-1830). Hollow cut pair of a husband and wife with ink wash embellishment, impressed signature, in period, possibly original, gilt frame , 9.25"h. 11"w. Ex Peggy McClard (Texas).

    Garth's Auctioneers & Appraisers
  • SILHOUETTE OF A BOY BY HENRY WILLIAMS (BOSTON, 1787-1830).
    Nov. 29, 2013

    SILHOUETTE OF A BOY BY HENRY WILLIAMS (BOSTON, 1787-1830).

    Est: $150 - $300

    SILHOUETTE OF A BOY BY HENRY WILLIAMS (BOSTON, 1787-1830). Hollow cut silhouette of young man identified as Master John Davey, stamped "Williams", in frame, 6.5"h. 5"w. Ex Barry & Lisa McAllister (Maryland).

    Garth's Auctioneers & Appraisers
  • PORTRAIT OF HENRY BURROUGHS BY HENRY WILLIAMS (AMERICAN, 1787-1830).
    Nov. 29, 2013

    PORTRAIT OF HENRY BURROUGHS BY HENRY WILLIAMS (AMERICAN, 1787-1830).

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    PORTRAIT OF HENRY BURROUGHS BY HENRY WILLIAMS (AMERICAN, 1787-1830). Oil on canvas, unsigned. Depicting Henry Burroughs in a black coat and white stock. 24"h. 18.25"w., in original gilt frame, 31.25"h. 25.5"w. See" Early American Life", February 20, 2006, p. 36.

    Garth's Auctioneers & Appraisers
  • HENRY WILLIAMS (AMERICAN 1787-1830). PORTRAIT MINIATURE OF A BOSTON GENTLEMAN, CIRCA 1810-1820.
    Aug. 04, 2013

    HENRY WILLIAMS (AMERICAN 1787-1830). PORTRAIT MINIATURE OF A BOSTON GENTLEMAN, CIRCA 1810-1820.

    Est: $400 - $600

    Watercolor on ivory in oval format, 3 x 2 1/2 inches. Signed "H. Williams No. 8" l.r. In a pendant case, the reverse with lock of hair in an aperture.

    Bourgeault-Horan Antiquarians
  • SILHOUETTE BY HENRY WILLIAMS (BOSTON, 1787-1830).
    Nov. 23, 2012

    SILHOUETTE BY HENRY WILLIAMS (BOSTON, 1787-1830).

    Est: $100 - $200

    SILHOUETTE BY HENRY WILLIAMS (BOSTON, 1787-1830). Hollow cut portrait of woman wearing a cap with inked detail. Impressed "Williams". Some foxing. In a frame with eglomise mat, 6"h. 5"w.

    Garth's Auctioneers & Appraisers
  • Attributed to Henry Williams (1787-1830), miniature portrait of a young boston gentleman, Watercolor on ivory, chased gilt metal frame.
    Nov. 13, 2012

    Attributed to Henry Williams (1787-1830), miniature portrait of a young boston gentleman, Watercolor on ivory, chased gilt metal frame.

    Est: $300 - $500

    Attributed to Henry Williams (1787-1830) miniature portrait of a young boston gentleman Watercolor on ivory, chased gilt metal frame. 2 5/8 in. x 2 1/4 in. (sight) PROVENANCE: Collection of the late Susan B. Swan, author and curator.

    Freeman's | Hindman
  • Henry Williams (NC), Autumn Pool
    Sep. 14, 2012

    Henry Williams (NC), Autumn Pool

    Est: $300 - $500

    Henry Williams (NC), Autumn Pool oil on board, signed and dated at lower right "H. Williams 2001," presented in a burlwood frame. SS 23.75 x 17.5 in.; DOA 28.5 x 22.5 in. Collection of Jesse Morris, NC

    Leland Little Auctions
  • Six Framed Hollow-cut Silhouettes, America, late 18th/early 19th century, three of gentlemen: one by William Bache (1771-1845), with...
    Aug. 14, 2010

    Six Framed Hollow-cut Silhouettes, America, late 18th/early 19th century, three of gentlemen: one by William Bache (1771-1845), with...

    Est: $700 - $900

    Six Framed Hollow-cut Silhouettes, America, late 18th/early 19th century, three of gentlemen: one by William Bache (1771-1845), with gouache and ink details, embossed "BACHE'S PATENT" mark under bust; one by Henry Williams (Boston, 1787-1830), enhanced with watercolor, embossed "WILLIAMS" under bust; one by William Doyle (Boston, 1769-1828), with ink details, signed "Doyle" l.l.; three silhouettes of ladies: one with ink details and embossed maker's mark for "T.P. JONES PATENT" under bust; one by Isaac Todd (ac. 1807-1812), with ink embellishment, embossed "TODD'S PATENT" mark under the bust; the last of a young lady with ink details, (toning, stains), sight sizes ranging from 2 1/4 x 2 to 5 1/2 x 3 3/4 in.

    Skinner
  • Portrait Miniature of a Gentleman, Henry Williams (1787-1830), Boston, signed l.r., watercolor on ivory, c. 1805, oval portrait depicti
    Mar. 07, 2010

    Portrait Miniature of a Gentleman, Henry Williams (1787-1830), Boston, signed l.r., watercolor on ivory, c. 1805, oval portrait depicti

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    Portrait Miniature of a Gentleman, Henry Williams (1787-1830), Boston, signed l.r., watercolor on ivory, c. 1805, oval portrait depicting the gentleman wearing a dark blue coat with brass buttons, white shirt and stock with jeweled pin, 2 1/4 x 1 7/8 in., in a chased gilt-brass frame, the reverse with a small oval aperture with a plait of brown hair. Condition: Small paint loss u.r. and l.r. on portion of signature.

    Skinner
  • Pair Williams silhouettes (Henry Williams, Boston,
    Feb. 20, 2010

    Pair Williams silhouettes (Henry Williams, Boston,

    Est: $200 - $400

    Pair Williams silhouettes (Henry Williams, Boston, 1787-1830), bust of man and woman, hollow cut, wove paper on black silk with ink highlights on paper, male 5-1/8 x 4 in., toning, not examined out of frame, female 5-1/8 x 4 in., toning, tears at edges, stamped "Williams"; matching gilt wood frames. Frames with abrasions. Elizabeth L. Maurier collection of profiles, Sacramento, California; Private Collection.

    Brunk Auctions
  • "H Williams, pinxt", Henry Williams, 1787-1830, was a portrait, miniature, and silhouette painter in Boston, oil on chamfered board...
    May. 05, 2009

    "H Williams, pinxt", Henry Williams, 1787-1830, was a portrait, miniature, and silhouette painter in Boston, oil on chamfered board...

    Est: $2,500 - $3,500

    "H Williams, pinxt", Henry Williams, 1787-1830, was a portrait, miniature, and silhouette painter in Boston, oil on chamfered board of two chidren, signed mid right side, 25" x 26", pencil sketch of a high wheel bicycle verso

    William Bunch Auctions & Appraisals
  • Four Framed Silhouette Portraits, America, early 19th century, hollow-cut bust-length portraits, including...
    Jun. 08, 2008

    Four Framed Silhouette Portraits, America, early 19th century, hollow-cut bust-length portraits, including...

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Four Framed Silhouette Portraits, America, early 19th century, hollow-cut bust-length portraits, including a one of a young woman identified on the reverse as "Grandma Rhoda Vose," by Henry Williams (Boston, 1787-1830), with ink details, embossed maker's name below, 3 3/4 x 2 3/4 (sight), in an oval eglomise mat and period oval embossed brass frame; two portraits of ladies with graphite details, 3 1/4 x 2 1/2, 3 1/2 x 2 3/8 (sight), in eglomise mats and original molded wood frames; and one of a gentleman, 3 1/4 x 2 3/8 in., (sight), in an oval eglomise mat and molded giltwood frame; (minor toning, stains, foxing on one).

    Skinner
  • Pair Henry Williams silhouettes (Boston,
    Jul. 14, 2007

    Pair Henry Williams silhouettes (Boston,

    Est: $200 - $400

    Pair Henry Williams silhouettes (Boston, Massachusetts, 1787-1830): profiles of a man and a woman, stamped at bottom "Williams", hollow cut white paper with ink details over black fabric, "History and Guarantee" verso one that states it comes from the Elizabeth L. Maurier Collection, 4-3/8 x 3-1/4 in. (sight); matching gilt wood frames. Toning of paper, black fabric with fading. Provenance: The Estate of the Late Grace Shorter, South Salem, New York.

    Brunk Auctions
  • HENRY WILLIAMS (AMERICAN 1787-1830). PORTRAIT MINIATURE DEPICTING SAMUEL CHECKLEY LOTHROP, EARLY NINETEENTH CENTURY.
    Aug. 06, 2006

    HENRY WILLIAMS (AMERICAN 1787-1830). PORTRAIT MINIATURE DEPICTING SAMUEL CHECKLEY LOTHROP, EARLY NINETEENTH CENTURY.

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    Watercolor on ivory, 2 1/2 x 2 inches. Mounted in a leather-covered case. Provenance: Identified on the reverse of the case and on a paper inscribed 'Samuel Checkley Lothrop, son of Rev. John and Elizabeth (Checkley) [Sayers] Lothrop of Boston/ Born Boston 16 August 1783 A brother of Anna (Lothrop) Motley (1785-1865)' and 'Painted by Henry Williams of Boston.'

    Bourgeault-Horan Antiquarians
  • Portrait Miniature on Ivory of Susanna Niles Thayer, signed on the reverse by Henry Williams
    Oct. 24, 1999

    Portrait Miniature on Ivory of Susanna Niles Thayer, signed on the reverse by Henry Williams

    Est: $2,500 - $3,500

    (1787-1830), Boston, the three-year old child with large blue eyes is wearing a red dress, holding a book and pointing to flowers against a background with trees, ht 3 1/2, Id 2 3/4 in. (1787-1830), Boston, the three-year old child with large blue eyes is wearing a red dress, holding a book and pointing to flowers against a background with trees, ht 3 1/2, Id 2 3/4 in Note: Identifying label on the reverse reads "Susanna Niles Thayer, daughter of Susan T and Nathaniel F Thayer was born December 16, 1803, died January 21, 1806" Note: Henry Williams who was born in Boston worked there all his life as an engraver, portrait and miniature painter He advertised "miniatures and portraits executed upon ivory" He was most active painting miniatures between 1808 and 1826 His works were exhibited at the Boston Athenaeum from 1828 - 1831.

    Skinner
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