George Edwin Bissell Paintings & Artwork for Sale | George Edwin Bissell Art Value Price Guide

Nov. 17, 2024
GEORGE EDWIN BISSELL (American, 1839-1920)
Est: $150 - $300
Abraham Lincoln Bronze h. 2-1/2 w. 1-3/8 in. Bust of President Lincoln, of small size, marked on base "Geo. E. Bisell Sc" and dated 1898
Butterscotch Auction Gallery LLC
Jul. 21, 2024
GEORGE EDWIN BISSELL (American, 1839-1920)
Est: $150 - $300
Abraham Lincoln Bronze h. 2-1/2 w. 1-3/8 in. Bust of President Lincoln, of small size, marked on base "Geo. E. Bisell Sc" and dated 1898
Butterscotch Auction Gallery LLC
Jan. 27, 2024
George E. Bissell Gorham Bronze sculpture of Abraham Lincoln, 5.5 in.
Est: $500 - $700
George Edwin Bissell (American, 1839-1920) small bronze sculpture by the Gorham Foundry depicting Abraham Lincoln, 16th President of the United States, standing and holding a copy of the Emancipation Proclamation in his right hand. Stamped "Geo. E. Bissell Sc" on the left side of the base and "Copyright 1898" on the rear side of the base, with Gorham Co. stamped mark and number 0378. 5 1/2" H. Late 19th century. Biography: George Bissell was born in Connecticut, the son of a quarryman and marble-cutter. During the American Civil War he served in the Union Army. At the close of the war he joined his father's marble business in Poughkeepsie, New York. He studied the art of sculpture abroad including in Paris, during much of the last quarter of the 19th century. He is best known for his public sculptures including President Chester Arthur in Madison Square (NYC), Chancellor James Kent in the Washington Congressional Library, and Abraham Lincoln in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Source: Encyclopedia Brittanica).
Case Antiques, Inc. Auctions & Appraisals
Jan. 19, 2024
GEORGE EDWIN BISSELL (AMERICAN, 1839-1920)
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
GEORGE EDWIN BISSELL (AMERICAN, 1839-1920) ABRAHAM LINCOLN bronze with brown patina 26 in. high, 13 ½in. wide, 11 ½ in. deep
Christie's
Jun. 24, 2023
George Edwin Bissell, Abraham Lincoln Sculpture, MFA Copy
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
George Edwin Bissell (American, 1839-1920) sculpture of Abraham Lincoln, signed "Geo E Bissell, Gorham Founders C43", MFA COPY, 16" H.
Kaminski Auctions
Jun. 15, 2023
George Edwin Bissell, Cast Bronze of Lincoln
Est: $500 - $700
(American, 1839-1920) unsigned, possibly a maquette for a 16" example produced for Gorham in 1898 8-1/4"h
Nye & Company
Mar. 25, 2023
After George Edwin Bissell, Abraham Lincoln
Est: $500 - $700
(American, 1839-1920) Bust of Abraham Lincoln, unsigned, patinated bronze on green marble base, 20 x 12-1/2 x 11 in. Provenance: Ex-collection of Grant Albert Oaks (Cortland, Ohio, 1938-2010), Service Guide, Inc.; John W. Stark House, Springfield, Tennessee
Brunk Auctions
Sep. 21, 2022
George Edwin Bissell (1839-1920) Lincoln Holding a Copy of the Proclamation of Emancipation height 8 1/4 in. (21.0 cm)
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
George Edwin Bissell (1839-1920) Lincoln Holding a Copy of the Proclamation of Emancipation stamped 'GEO.E.BISSELL/SC/COPYRIGHT 1898/GORHAM CO. Q4...' (along the back edge of the base) bronze with brown and verdigris patina height 8 1/4 in. (21.0 cm) For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Jul. 20, 2022
George Edwin Bissell, Cast Bronze of Lincoln
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
(American, 1839-1920) unsigned, possibly a maquette for a 16" example produced for Gorham in 1898 8-1/4"h
Nye & Company
Jun. 25, 2022
GEORGE EDWIN BISSELL (1839-1920) AMERICAN
Est: $1,500 - $1,800
Bronze bust of Abraham Lincoln. Signed Geo E. Bissell. Very fine detail. Green marble base. 20" high, 12 1/2" wide.
Chamberlain Auction Gallery
May. 04, 2022
George Bissell American, 1839-1920 Abraham Lincoln, 1898
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
George Bissell American, 1839-1920 Abraham Lincoln, 1898 Inscribed Geo E Bissell, dated Copyright / 1898, and stamped Gorham Co. Founders / Q441 at the base Bronze with a brown patina Height 15 1/2 inches C
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Apr. 13, 2022
George Edwin Bissell, Cast Bronze of Lincoln
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
(American, 1839-1920) unsigned, possibly a maquette for a 16" example produced for Gorham in 1898 8-1/4"h
Nye & Company
Jan. 29, 2022
George Edwin Bissell Bronze of President Abraham Lincoln
Est: $4,800 - $5,200
George Edwin Bissell (American, 1839-1920) bronze sculpture depicting President Abraham Lincoln, 16th President of the United States, standing and holding a copy of the Emancipation Proclamation in his right hand. Signed "Geo. E. Bissell" on the rear left corner of the base and "Copyright 1898" on the rear right corner of the base, with Gorham Co. Founders foundry mark, and stamped number 0441. 15 7/8" H. Biography: George Bissell was born in Connecticut, the son of a quarryman and marble-cutter. During the American Civil War he served in the Union Army. At the close of the war he joined his father's marble business in Poughkeepsie, New York. He studied the art of sculpture abroad including in Paris, during much of the last quarter of the 19th century. He is best known for his public sculptures including President Chester Arthur in Madison Square (NYC), Chancellor James Kent in the Washington Congressional Library, and Abraham Lincoln in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Source: Encyclopedia Brittanica).
Case Antiques, Inc. Auctions & Appraisals
Dec. 15, 2021
BUST OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN. BISSELL, GEORGE EDWIN, sculptor. 1839-1920. Patinated bronze portrait bust of Abraham Lincoln,
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
BUST OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN. BISSELL, GEORGE EDWIN, sculptor. 1839-1920. Patinated bronze portrait bust of Abraham Lincoln, marked ' GEO. E. BISSELL Sc GORHAM CO. FOUNDERS copyrighted,' and stamped ' G 47.' Height 18 in (45.7cm). This is one of a series of popular desktop busts of Lincoln produced by the Gorham foundry in the early part of the 20th century. For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Dec. 15, 2021
BUST OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN. BISSELL, GEORGE EDWIN, sculptor. 1839-1920. The Emancipator. Patinated bronze, undated.
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
BUST OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN. BISSELL, GEORGE EDWIN, sculptor. 1839-1920. The Emancipator. Patinated bronze, undated. Cast after a model by George Bissell, commissioned by Ralph Newman for THE USS AL, one of three. Signed GEO. E. BISSELL Sc. Height 25-1/2 in (65cm). Provenance: purchased from Lincoln College by Louise Taper (February 16, 1990 letter to Mel Smith). According to the letter from Lincoln College Curator Paul Beaver, a copy of which is present here, the present item is one of three copies made from the school's original Bissell bronze bust of Lincoln by the Van Dyke Galleries of Chicago in the summer of 1989. One copy was presented to the USS Abraham Lincoln (commissioned in 1989), one copy was sold to Mel Smith, and the third to Barry and Louise Taper. The letter concludes by saying the mold has been destroyed and no further copies will be struck. George Bissell was an important American sculptor working in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He produced two full length statues of Lincoln: one in Edinburgh and one in Clermont, Iowa. For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Sep. 14, 2021
George E. Bissell (American, 1839) Abraham Lincoln Bronze
Est: $200 - $2,000
DESCRIPTION: A George Edwin Bissell (American, 1839) large "Abraham Lincoln" hollow bronze bust sculpture over a round marble pedestal. This sculpture is signed by sculptor "George E. Bissell". CIRCA: 20th Century. ORIGIN: USA. DIMENSIONS: H: 18 1/2" W: 12 1/4". Have a similar item to sell? Contact: Info@Akibaantiques.com. CONDITION: Antique condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS(305)-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission."
Akiba Galleries
Feb. 06, 2021
George Bissell, American (1839-1920), Bust of Abraham Lincoln, bronze, Height: 20 inches
Est: $800 - $1,200
George Bissell (1839-1920) Bust of Abraham Lincoln bronze signed at the base. Height: 20 inches
Link Auction Galleries
Jan. 12, 2021
An American patinated bronze portrait bust of Abraham Lincoln, after the model by George Bissell (1839-1920), post 1950
Est: $800 - $1,200
An American patinated bronze portrait bust of Abraham Lincoln after the model by George Bissell (1839-1920) post 1950 Back inscribed GEO E. BISSELL, cast by the Van Dyke Galleries, Chicago. height 26in (66cm); width 14in (35.5cm); depth 11in (28cm)
Andrew Jones Auctions
Mar. 01, 2020
GEORGE EDWIN BISSELL (NY/CT, 1839-1920)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
GEORGE EDWIN BISSELL (NY/CT, 1839-1920) Bust of Abraham Lincoln, bronze, inscribed 'Geo. E. Bissell' on one side, with brass plaque marked 'Abraham Lincoln by George E. Bissell', mounted on marble base, 19" high, 12" wide.
Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
May. 03, 2019
George Edwin Bissell (American, 1839-1920) Abraham Lincoln Bronze with brown pat
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
George Edwin Bissell (American, 1839-1920) Abraham Lincoln Bronze with brown patina 16-1/2 inches (41.9 cm) high Inscribed on base with 'Gorham Co. Foundry / G[X]C Q441': Geo E Bissell / Copyright / 1898 PROVENANCE: Private collection, California. HID01801242017
Heritage Auctions
Mar. 27, 2019
George Edwin Bissell (1839-1920) American. An Extensive Landscape, with Figures in the foreground, and a Ruined Church in the distance, Oil on Canvas, Signed, 13" x 17".
Est: £300 - £400
George Edwin Bissell (1839-1920) American. An Extensive Landscape, with Figures in the foreground, and a Ruined Church in the distance, Oil on Canvas, Signed, 13" x 17".
John Nicholson's Fine Art Auctioneers & Valuers
Oct. 25, 2018
George Edwin Bissell (1839-1920) / Gorham Mfg. Co. Abraham Lincoln diminutive bust, #Q437 1"w x 1"d x 2 1/2"h
Est: $200 - $300
George Edwin Bissell (1839-1920) / Gorham Mfg. Co. Abraham Lincoln diminutive bust, #Q437 Providence, Rhode Island, circa 1898 bronze signed 1"w x 1"d x 2 1/2"h Provenance: Property from the Collection of Governor Jim Thompson, Chicago, Illinois
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Aug. 04, 2018
George Edwin Bissell (1839-1920): Abraham Lincoln
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Bronze, inscribed 'Geo. E. Bissell' and with illegible foundry impression.18 1/2 x 12 3/4 x 11 in.
STAIR
Jan. 18, 2018
GEORGE EDWIN BISSELL, American (1839-1920), The Emancipator (Standing Abraham Lincoln), bronze, inscribed "Geo. E. Bissell", "Copyri...
Est: $700 - $1,000
GEORGE EDWIN BISSELL American (1839-1920) The Emancipator (Standing Abraham Lincoln) bronze, inscribed "Geo. E. Bissell", "Copyright 1898" and "Gorham Co. Q 488" foundry marks on the base. 8 1/4 inches Provenance: Private Collection, Connecticut. Other Notes: Tags: Sculpture
Shannon's
Nov. 15, 2017
George Edwin Bissell (American, 1839-1920), Bronze portrait bust of Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865)
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
George Edwin Bissell (American, 1839-1920) Bronze portrait bust of Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865) Marked, "Geo. E. Bissell copyrighted Gorham Co. Founders," the plinth bearing plaque inscribed, "The eleventh Congress of the Commander of New York Military Order Loyal legion...April 14, 1909." H: 26 1/2 in. overall
Freeman's | Hindman
Oct. 16, 2016
George E Bissell, Abraham Lincoln Bronze Statue
Est: $3,500 - $4,500
George Edwin Bissell (February 16, 1839 Ð August 30, 1920). Bissell was born New Preston, Connecticut, the son of a quarryman and marble-cutter. During the American Civil War he served as a private in the 23rd Connecticut Volunteers in the Department of the Gulf (1862-1863), and on being mustered out became acting assistant paymaster in the South Atlantic Squadron. At the close of the war he joined his father's marble business in Poughkeepsie, New York. He studied the art of sculpture abroad in 1875-1876, and lived much in Paris during the years 1883-1896, with occasional visits to America. Bissell also created smaller works, such as a bust of President Abraham Lincoln as well as a larger statue of the president This statue is modeled after Bissell's life sized Lincoln in Edinburgh Scotland on the Scottish-American Soldiers Monument. Lincoln is shown holding the Emancipation Proclamation in his right hand. This hollow-cast Bronze statuette stands 16-1/2" tall, on a 3/4" stepped base which bears the sculptor's name and 1898 copyright; Gorham Co. foundry mark stamped on the side. George Bissell (1839-1920) was a Civil War veteran, serving with the 23rd CT. With its dark-brown patina this striking statuette is in remarkable condition. Notable works include: Frederic de Pester, New York Historical Society, New York City, ca. 1875. Chatfield Monument, Riverside Cemetery, Waterbury, Connecticut, ca. 1880. General Horatio Gates, Saratoga Battle Monument, Saratoga, New York, 1885-86.[3] Sam Sloan, Lackawanna Ferry Terminal, Hoboken, New Jersey, 1889. John Watts, depicting the New York politician of the same name, Trinity Church Cemetery, 1890. Bas-relief panel of Robert Burns and Highland Mary, on pedestal of G. A. Lawson's Statue of Robert Burns, Air, Scotland, 1891. Colonel Abraham de Peyster, New York Historical Society, 1896. This statue stood in Bowling Green Park from 1896 to 1972, and in Hanover Square from 1976 to 2004. Chester A. Arthur, Madison Square, New York City, 1898-99. Abraham Lincoln, Lighter Museum, St. Augustine, Florida, 1899. Chancellor James Kent, Library of Congress, Washington, D.C., ca. 1899.
Premier Auction Galleries
Sep. 13, 2015
George Edwin Bissell (American, 1839-1920)
Est: $800 - $1,200
George Edwin Bissell (American, 1839-1920), "Abraham Lincoln", c. 1898-1900, bronze, inscribed "Geo. E. Bissell" on side truncation, marble plinth, overall h. 19 3/4 in. Provenance: The Service Collection, Estate of Grant A. Oaks, Warren, OH Note: The work offered here is a large bust version of the monumental sculpture of Abraham Lincoln that George Bissell executed for the city of Edinburgh, Scotland to commemorate Lincoln and the Scottish-American soldiers who fought in the American Civil War. Bissell, as well as Gorham foundries under his aegis, cast smaller models for the American public through the early 20th-century. The pose and somber sensitivity with which Bissell modeled Lincoln may well have influenced Daniel Chester Frenchs famous sculpture for the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. Bissell served in the Civil War as a private in the 23rd Connecticut Volunteers and as a Navy paymaster with the South Atlantic squadron. After the war, he joined his fathers marble business in Poughkeepsie, NY. He later went on to study sculpture at the Academy of Rome and Arts Décoratifs in Paris. Ref.: Falk, Peter, ed. Whos Who in American Art. Vol. 1. Madison, CT: Soundview Press, 1999, pp. 327-28; Statues of Abraham Lincoln: Excerpts from Newspapers and Other Sources. From the files of the Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection. Digitized 2012. www.archive.org. Accessed Jan. 5, 2015.
Neal Auction Company
Feb. 15, 2015
George E. Bissell (American, 1839-1920)
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
DESCRIPTION: George E. Bissell (American, 1839-1920). Bronze sculpture on marble pedestal. Abraham Lincoln. Stamped on back of base "Geo. E. Bissell Sc.", "Copyrighted", "Gorham Co Founders", "Q49", and "GAC" logo. Front of base with dedication to Alfred G. Son for "excellent work done" during "the Third Liberty Loan Campaign, April, 1918 as Chairman of the committee in the Dress and Waist Industry". Born in New Preston, Connecticut, Bissell served as a private during the American Civil War. At the end of the war he joined his father's marble business in New York. He studied sculpture abroad during 1875 and 1876, and lived in Paris from 1883 to 1896 with occasional visits to America. MEASUREMENTS: Bust 18" high. Pedestal 43" high. CONDITION: Light surface wear to bust, pleasing overall patina.
Cordier Auctions & Appraisals
Nov. 19, 2014
After: George Edwin Bissell (1839-1920)
Est: $500 - $1,500
Figural patinated bronze bust of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States. He served from March 1861 until his assassination in April 1865. On green marble base with plaque that reads: Abraham Lincoln By G. Bissell.. No noticeable signatures or foundry marks. In good condition. Height: 19 1/2", Width: 13", Depth: 11"
Sterling Associates, Inc.
Nov. 17, 2014
GEORGE EDWIN BISSELL (American, 1839-1920) Abraham Linc
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
GEORGE EDWIN BISSELL (American, 1839-1920) Abraham Lincoln: A Pair of Figural Bookends, circa 1916 Each, bronze with brown patina Each, 8 inches (20.3 cm) high Each, stamped along the base: Gorham Co Founders / Q449
Heritage Auctions
Nov. 15, 2014
[Lincoln, Abraham] Bust by George E. Bissell
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
[lincoln, Abraham] Bust By George E. Bissell. Bronzwe bust of Abraham Lincoln by George Edwin Bissell (1839-1920), 20 1/2" x 12" x 12". Actual bust is 18 1/2", bronze with brown patina mounted on marble base 2" x 12" x 12" with plaque. Artist name stamped along left side of bronze support beneath shoulders. Bust weighs approximately 35 pounds and is in excellent condition. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500.
Goldberg Coins & Collectibles
Sep. 04, 2014
George Bissell (1896-1973) 'Snow, Ashmansworth, Hants', 8 x 9.5in.
Est: £500 - £800
George Bissell (1896-1973) oil on board, 'Snow, Ashmansworth, Hants', signed, Exhibited Royal Academy 1944, 8 x 9.5in.
Gorringes
Jul. 08, 2014
Abraham Lincoln bronze sculpture Signed Geo. E.
Est: €1,200 - €1,800
Abraham Lincoln bronze sculpture Signed Geo. E. Bissell SC; impressed, Copyright 1898 and foundry no 0378 14 cm. high
Sheppards
May. 02, 2014
George Edwin Bissell (American, 1839-1920), bronze portrait bust of abraham lincoln (1809-1865), Dark brown patina, inscribed to verso,
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
George Edwin Bissell (American, 1839-1920) bronze portrait bust of abraham lincoln (1809-1865) Dark brown patina, inscribed to verso, "Geo. E. Bissell Sculptor" and "The Henry-Bonnard Bronze Co. Founders N.Y. 190." H: approx. 30 in. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Robert and Barbara Safford, removed from Vaux Hill, Pennsylvania.
Freeman's | Hindman
Feb. 08, 2014
George William Bissell, British 1896-1973-
Est: £150 - £200
George William Bissell, British 1896-1973- ''Benhill Range,Berks''; oil on panel, signed, bears inscribed label attached with dedication dated May 2nd 1945 attached to the reverse, 10.5x18.8cm (may be subject to Droit de Suite)
Roseberys
Oct. 16, 2013
George Edwin Bissell American, 1839-1920 Abraham Lincoln, 1898
Est: $700 - $900
George Edwin Bissell American, 1839-1920 Abraham Lincoln, 1898 Signed Geo. E. Bissell. Sc, dated Copyright.1898, inscribed Q.239 and stamped Gorham Co. foundry on the base Bronze with brown/green patina Height 6 3/4 inches C
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
May. 05, 2013
After George E. Bissell (New York, 1839-1920)
Est: -
Plaster Bust of Abraham Lincoln signed "Geo. E. Bissell Sc?", and "copyrighted" with foundry mark "Gorham Co./Founders 046", bronze patinated finish bust of Abraham Lincoln. Condition very good having a couple minute chips. 15 1/2'' tall.
Premier Auction Galleries
Nov. 17, 2012
GEORGE E. BISSELL (AMERICAN 1839-1920). BRONZE STANDING FIGURE OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN.
Est: $600 - $900
Depicted holding a copy of the Emancipation Proclamation. Stamped "GORHAM CO.," "Copyright 1898" and numbered "Q438" on the base. Height 8 1/4 inches.
Bourgeault-Horan Antiquarians
May. 12, 2012
George Bissell (American, 1839 - 1920) Abraham Lincoln, 1898
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
George Bissell (American, 1839 - 1920); Abraham Lincoln, 1898; Bronze; Signed and dated "Geo. E. Bissell Sc, Copyright 1898, Q239"; 7" high; Provenance: The Eileen and Marvin Reingold Collection
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Sep. 27, 2011
George Edwin Bissell (1839-1920)
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
George Edwin Bissell (1839-1920) Abraham Lincoln inscribed 'Geo. E Bissell/Sc./Copyrighted/GORHAM Co./FOUNDERS' and stamped 'Q47' (on the reverse) bronze with brown patina 17½ in. (44.5 cm.) high
Christie's
Dec. 10, 2010
Abraham Lincoln Bronze Bust by George E. Bissell
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
George Bissell (American, 1839-1920), signed Geo. E. Bissell / Sc / Copyrighted on back of bust, inscribed J.E. Caldwell & Co. / Gorham Co. Founders and Q46; ht. 16.5 in. This Lincoln bust came from the collection of Albert D. Henze, a Philadelphia resident who served with the Pennsylvania Division during the Mexican Revolution in 1916 and in World War I. Henze also worked with the Charleston Navy Yard in Boston during World War II.
Cowan's Auctions
Mar. 28, 2010
GEORGE BISSELL (AMERICAN 1839-1920). BRONZE STANDING FIGURE OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN.
Est: -
GEORGE BISSELL (AMERICAN 1839-1920). BRONZE STANDING FIGURE OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN. In brown patina. Marked on the base "GORHAM CO. FOUNDERS 0438." Height 8 ¼ inches.
Bourgeault-Horan Antiquarians
Jan. 27, 2010
George E. Bissell (1839-1920)
Est: $5,000 - $8,000
stamped on base; Geo E. Bissell, J.E. Caldwell, Gorham Co. Founders height 16 1/2in (42cm)
Bonhams
Sep. 12, 2009
GEORGE E. BISSELL: BUST OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN
Est: $400 - $600
Gilt bronze, with impressed Geo. E. Bissell, copyright mark and Gorham Co. Founders; 16 1/2 x 10 1/2 in.
STAIR
Feb. 08, 2009
GEORGE EDWARD BISSELL (1839-1920) 1898 Small bronze Abraham Lincoln portrait bust seal, raised on square pedestal brown patina. Marked: (back of base) Gorham Co. Founders 0437, (right side of vase) George E. Bissell copyright sc. 1898. (front of
Est: $400 - $600
GEORGE EDWARD BISSELL (1839-1920) 1898 Small bronze Abraham Lincoln portrait bust seal, raised on square pedestal brown patina. Marked: (back of base) Gorham Co. Founders 0437, (right side of vase) George E. Bissell copyright sc. 1898. (front of base) Maragaret A. Crowley. (left side of base) Agnes Marie Collins. Size: 2 1/2''H. Condition: one bottom corner with roughness.
Dargate Auction Galleries
Dec. 15, 2007
1898 Abraham Lincoln Gorham Bronze Statuette
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
1898 Abraham Lincoln Gorham Bronze Statuette by George Edwin Bissell George Edwin Bissell (1839-1920) fought in the American Civil War and spent much of his post-war career sculpting famous participants with a particular fondness for Lincoln, his best known subject. Bissell's dignified style is in the neo-classical academic tradition, learned from over twenty years of study in Paris from the late 1860s. This full length portrait presents superbly as a desk or library ornament, with rich deep brown patina and finely sculpted detail, provided by the renowned Gorham Foundry of Providence, Rhode Island. Signed "Geo E. Bissell" and dated "COPYRIGHT 1898" with foundry mark "GORHAM CO/0378." Height 5.75".
Mastro Auctions
Jun. 13, 2007
George Edwin Bissell 1839-1920 , Bust of Abraham Lincoln
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
inscribed Geo. E. Bissell sculpt. copyrighted , stamped 369 (on back of bust) bronze with dark greenish-brown patina Condition Note: surface soiling, patina rubbed and worn at extremities, a few scattered minor dings and abrasions We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described in our catalogue. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSION CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Sotheby's
May. 20, 2007
George Edwin Bissel (American, 1839-1920) Abraham Lincoln; Bronze; Signed "Geo E Bissell / Sc / Copyrighted" with foundry mark "GORHAM CO FOUNDERS 046"; 16 3/4" high; Foundry: Gorham Founders
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
George Edwin Bissel (American, 1839-1920) Abraham Lincoln; Bronze; Signed "Geo E Bissell / Sc / Copyrighted" with foundry mark "GORHAM CO FOUNDERS 046"; 16 3/4" high; Foundry: Gorham Founders
Rago Arts and Auction Center