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Asheville, NC 28802
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Based in Asheville, North Carolina, Brunk Auctions has been conducting sales of fine and decorative arts for over 30 years. Auctions are held in our North Carolina sale room but attracts a global audience. Founded by Robert Brunk in 1983, the auctions became well known for their integrity and profes...Read more
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LiveOct 21, 2025
The first day of our Premier Auction features a life portrait of George Washington, a Rare Virginia Painted Chest by Johannes Spitler, Massasoit and other weathervanes, Mark Catesby 1754 volumes, works by Catlin, Peale, Gifford, others; jewelry includes 4.8 ct. Marquise Diamond Pendant, Pepsi Rolex GMT and more; 20th century makers include Wifredo Lam, Judy McKie, Picasso, Glenna Goodacre; unusual offerings include paleontology specimens and castings; also carpets, quilts, needleworks, Tiffany, Baccarat; items from the Estate of William H. Truettner, and so much more. Brunk Auctions support@brunkauctions.com
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- Lot Description
(British/America, 1751-1811)
Portrait of George Washington, pastel on paper, unsigned, partially legible inscription verso "D. D. jr(?)", 10 x 7-5/8 in.; reproduction gilt wood frame with period glass, 12-1/2 x 10-1/2 in.
Provenance: Miss Eleanor Sparks, Stockbridge, Massachusetts (per F.A.R.L. image), prior to 1939; Julius Weitzner, New York, NY (presumably, per inscription verso); Knoedler & Company, New York, NY (label verso); The Estate of Sylvia and Richard Garrett, Maryland
https://digitalcollections.frick.org/digico/#/details/ContainerID/b10981391/Photoarchive
Note: Bears unknown collection label verso, also inscribed in chalk verso "Weitzner". It is has been suggested that this is a reference to the world renowned art historian, dealer, and expert Julius Weitzner (1895-1986). With galleries in New York and London, Weitzner was known for his expertise in Old Master Paintings as well as American art, and is recorded as having sold to Knoedler Galleries, also listed in the provenance for this work.
An image of this pastel in the digital collection of the Frick Art Research Library lists the painting as "Collection of Miss Eleanor Sparks, Stockbridge. Massachusetts". Renowned George Washington scholar and one time President of Harvard College Jared Sparks (1789-1866) was the son of Eleanor (Orcutt) Sparks. The reference to "Miss" Sparks begs the question of whether a later descendant had been given the same name as Jared's mother. While it is not definite at this point whether the Eleanor Sparks mentioned in the Frick's database is related to Jared Sparks, the possibility is at the very least quite intriguing.
- Provenance
Miss Eleanor Sparks, Stockbridge, Massachusetts (per F.A.R.L. image), prior to 1939; Julius Weitzner, New York, NY (presumably, per inscription verso); Knoedler & Company, New York, NY (label verso); The Estate of Sylvia and Richard Garrett, Maryland
https://digitalcollections.frick.org/digico/#/details/ContainerID/b10981391/Photoarchive
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excellent condition, vibrant color, no visible evidence of smudging, backed with old wood panel bearing the inscription "Weitzner", plus a collection label； frame with minimal wear Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.
