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THBThomas Sully
About Seller
PO Box 2135
Asheville, NC 28802
United States
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
(English/America, 1783-1872)
Portrait of Henry McIlvaine (1805-1851), 1836, monogrammed and dated lower left "TS 1836", additional later inscription on canvas verso, oil on canvas, 30 x 25 in.; gilt wood and composition frame, 41-1/4 x 36 -1/4 x 3-1/2 in.
Provenance: Henry McIlvaine, 1836-51; by descent in the family to Mary McIlvaine Parsons (Mrs. John E. Parsons); to her daughter, Constance Parsons Hare (Mrs. J. Montgomery Hare, Jr.), New York (see letterhead remnant verso); Private Collection, Boston, Massachusetts
Note: Preserved verso is a typewritten letter discussing the sitter's life on letterhead of Mrs. Montgomery Hare. Also bears later inscription referencing sitter and artist on canvas verso.
Henry McIlvaine came from a distinguished New Jersey family. His father, Joseph McIlvaine, Jr., was both a prominent lawyer, the United States Attorney for the district of New Jersey, and a United States Senator. Henry received his law degree from Princeton in 1823, was admitted to the bar in Philadelphia in 1826, and was a prominent advocate at the time of his early death at age 46.
Literature: Charles Henry Hart, ed., A Register of Portraits Painted by Thomas Sully, 1801–1871 (1919), pg. 112, no. 1114; Edward Biddle and Mantle Fielding, The Life and Works of Thomas Sully (1921), p. 220 no. 1154
- Provenance
Henry McIlvaine, 1836-51; by descent in the family to Mary McIlvaine Parsons (Mrs. John E. Parsons); to her daughter, Constance Parsons Hare (Mrs. J. Montgomery Hare, Jr.), New York (see letterhead remnant verso); Private Collection, Boston, Massachusetts
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surface clean and stable, scattered retouch, old linen lining； frame with wear and abrasions 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.
