Alphaeus P. Cole Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Alphaeus P. Cole Art Value Price Guide

Sep. 30, 2024
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (New York,1876-1988), "Summer Cows", oil on canvas, 1961, impressionistic rural landscape, with cows leaving barn, signed and dated lower right, framed, wear consistent with age, ss: 11 3/4" h. ...
Est: $200 - $400
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (New York,1876-1988), "Summer Cows", oil on canvas, 1961, impressionistic rural landscape, with cows leaving barn, signed and dated lower right, framed, wear consistent with age, ss: 11 3/4" h. x 15 3/4" w.
Winter Associates, Inc.
Aug. 03, 2024
Alphaeus Philemon Cole Landscape Painting.
Est: $200 - $300
New York, New Jersey 1876-1988. Along the Stone Wall, oil on board, signed l.r., partial New York gallery label on reverse, framed.
Casco Bay Auctions
Jul. 21, 2024
VENETIAN CANAL PAINTING BY ALPHAEUS P. COLE
Est: $400 - $600
COLE, Alphaeus Philemon, (American, 1876-1988): Venetian Canal Scene, Watercolor, 15.5" x 8.75", signed lower left, titled "Venice" and dated 1905, matted and unframed.
Burchard Galleries Inc
Jun. 13, 2024
ALPHAEUS PHILEMON COLE, American 1876-1988, Self Portrait, oil on canvas, 14 x 10 in. (35.6 x 25.4 cm.), Frame: 18 x 2 x 14 in. (45.7 x 5.1 x 35.6 cm.)
Est: $600 - $800
ALPHAEUS PHILEMON COLE American, 1876-1988 Self Portrait oil on canvas signed and dated lower right "Alphaeus P. Cole N.A. / 1957."
Shannon's
Jan. 19, 2024
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (American, 1876-1988) Oil on Canvas, Portrait of a Young Lady, 1924, H 22" W 18"
Est: $300 - $500
Depicting a three-quarter portrait of a young woman in a chintz cover-up. Signed lower right and dated 1924. Presented in a gilt wood frame, measuring H 24.5" x W 20". Provenance: Property from private collection, Troy, Michigan.
DuMouchelles
Jan. 01, 2024
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (1876 - 1980)
Est: $300 - $800
Watercolor on board dated 1910. Cardinal playing a flute. Condition consistent with age, see pictures. Measures in ornate frame 18" x 14 1/4". No refunds given.
Seminole Estate Auction & Liq. LLC
Nov. 12, 2023
Alpheus P. Cole. "Cathedral Central Tower". Village scene with church tower. 1947. Oil on board. Signed and dated lower left. Framed. Lyme Art Association label on reverse. Sight: 10 x 8in. Overall: 13 x 11in.
Est: $250 - $350
Alpheus P. Cole. "Cathedral Central Tower". Village scene with church tower. 1947. Oil on board. Signed and dated lower left. Framed. Lyme Art Association label on reverse. Sight: 10 x 8in. Overall: 13 x 11in.
Tremont Auctions
Sep. 16, 2023
ALPHAEUS COLE VENICE PAINTING "ALONG THE ZATTERE"
Est: $500 - $800
COLE, Alphaeus Philemon, (American, 1876-1988): "Along the Zattere, Venice", Oil/Canvas, 18'' x 20'', signed lower left, framed, 25'' x 27''.
Burchard Galleries Inc
Jun. 12, 2023
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (1876 - 1980)
Est: $200 - $400
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (1876 - 1980) The Iridescent Vase watercolor on paper dated 1927 signed Alphaeus P.Cole / 1927 (lower left), titled on verso 23 x 17 in. (58.4 x 43.2 cm)
Sotheby's
Jun. 12, 2023
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (1876 - 1980)
Est: $200 - $400
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (1876 - 1980) Woman in a Sack-Back Windsor Armchair watercolor on paper circa 1927 signed Alphaeus P. Cole twice (lower left) 25 x 18 3/4 in. (63.5 x 47.6 cm)
Sotheby's
May. 14, 2023
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (NY,NJ,1876-1988) oil painting antique
Est: $750 - $950
ARTIST: Alphaeus Philemon Cole (New York, New Jersey, 1876 - 1988) TITLE: Portrait of Woman YEAR: 1924 MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Relined. Few patches. Some scattered inpaintings. Some paint losses. Some craquelure. ART SIZE: 33 x 27 inches / 83 x 68 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed (In-House framing available) SIGNATURE: lower left CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 120183 US Shipping $90 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Alphaeus Philemon Cole was an American artist, engraver and etcher. He was born in Jersey City, New Jersey, the son of noted wood-engraver Timothy Cole. At the time of his death, at age 112 years and 136 days, Alphaeus was the world's oldest verified living man and the oldest living person in the United States.Cole studied art first under Isaac Craig, in Italy, then in Paris from 1892 to 1901 with Jean Paul Laurens and Jean-Joseph Benjamin-Constant at the Academie Julian, and later at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts. In the mid-1890s, he began to produce many vibrant works, mostly various still lifes and portraits. His painting of Dante was exhibited in the 1900 Paris Salon, and more artwork was displayed at the 1901 Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo, New York.Cole moved to England and married sculptress Margaret Ward Walmsley in 1903. He began to venture into the fields of wood/steel engraving and etching, but these works sold less than his portraits. He contributed several drawings to the Encyclopedia Britannica. They moved again, to the United States, in 1911. In 1918, Cole became a member of the Salmagundi Club, the nation's oldest professional art club. From 1924 to 1931, he taught portrait and still life classes at Cooper Union. He was elected to the National Academy of Design in 1930. He was the president of the New York Water Color Club from 1931 to 1941. Cole actively painted and exhibited up to the age of 103. He died at New York's Chelsea Hotel, where he had lived for 35 years. Cole's work is in the permanent collections of London's National Portrait Gallery and the Brooklyn Museum, and his papers are stored at the Smithsonian Institution.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Mar. 11, 2023
Alphaeus P. Cole - Portrait Oil on Canvas
Est: $400 - $600
Signed Alphaeus P. Cole - Portrait Oil on Canvas. Dimensions 34x29
Regency Auction House
Dec. 17, 2022
Alpheaus P. Cole - Still Life Oil on Canvas
Est: $300 - $400
Signed Alpheaus P. Cole - Still Life Oil on Canvas. Dimensions 23x26
Regency Auction House
Dec. 17, 2022
Alphaeus P. Cole - Portrait Oil on Canvas
Est: $400 - $600
Signed Alphaeus P. Cole - Portrait Oil on Canvas. Dimensions 34x29
Regency Auction House
Sep. 25, 2022
Alphaeus Philemon Cole Watercolor on Paper, 1928
Est: $600 - $800
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (American, 1876-1988) impressionistic watercolor on paper portrait of a woman wrapped in a white shawl, signed and dated 1928 to lower right, housed under glass in a black metal frame. Image: 23" H x 19" W; frame: 36.75" H x 29.25" W x 1.5" D.
Auctions at Showplace
Aug. 21, 2022
Alphaeus P. Cole (American, 1876-1988) 'Portrait of Leroy A. Van Bomel' Oil on Canvas
Est: $200 - $300
Alphaeus P. Cole (American, 1876-1988) 'Portrait of Leroy A. Van Bomel' Oil on Canvas Undated copy after Frank O. Salisbury, signed lower left, depicting a three-quarter length portrait of a seated gentleman, in a gilt wood frame, Viart Corporation label showing title attached to the reverse Property from: a Lemont, Illinois collector Category: Fine Art > American Paintings Estimated Sale Time: 11:45 am CST Shipping Status: Due to size, weight, value or shipping complexity, this item must be shipped via a 3rd Party and the shipping cost may be high. We recommend contacting multiple shipping vendors for an estimate as the cost may vary greatly. Sales Tax: California (7.25%), Florida (6%), Georgia (8.5%), Kansas (6.5%), New Jersey (6.625%), New Mexico (5.125%), New York (8.875%), Pennsylvania (6%), Washington (10.5%) Download High Resolution Photographs: Photograph #1 Photograph #2 Photograph #3 Last modified: August 12, 2022, 10:29 am
Leonard Auction
Mar. 06, 2022
OIL / CANVAS "READING BY THE FIRE" ALPHAEUS P.COLE ALPHAEUS PHILEMON COLE N.A. 1876 - 1988) 16" X 12"
Est: $500 - $1,500
OIL / CANVAS "READING BY THE FIRE" ALPHAEUS P.COLE ALPHAEUS PHILEMON COLE N.A. 1876 - 1988) 16" X 12"
Carlsen Gallery, Inc.
Dec. 02, 2021
Alphaeus P Cole Oil on Canvas
Est: $100 - $200
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (American, New Jersey, 1908-1988) oil on canvas. "Washed Ashore". Sight: 13 1/2" H x 17 1/2" W. Frame: 15" H x 19"W. From the collection of the Salmagundi Club. Signed in the bottom left, signature worn, paint discolored from age.
Willow Auction House
Dec. 02, 2021
Alphaeus P Cole Oil on Canvas
Est: $600 - $800
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (American, New Jersey, 1908-1988) oil on canvas. "Portrait of an Asian Woman". Signed and dated 1908 in the lower left. Sight: 25 1/2" H x 19 1/2" Diameter. From the collection of the Salmagundi Club. Frame: 27 1/2" H x 21 1/2" W. Loss to signature and ladies dress. Discoloration from age. Repairs to the face.
Willow Auction House
Nov. 30, 2021
Alphaeus Philemon Cole, Portrait of a Lady
Est: $50 - $100
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (American, 1876-1988) oil on canvas portrait of a lady, signed l.l. "Alphaeus P. Cole" housed in a giltwood frame, 27" x 34" canvas, 33" x 39" framed.
Old Kinderhook Auction Company
Aug. 08, 2021
Alphaeus P. Cole "Portrait of a Boy" Watercolor
Est: $300 - $500
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (American, 1876-1988) watercolor on paper, depicting portrait of a boy leaning against house and surrounded by flowers, signed lower right: "Alphaeus P. Cole" and bearing Lyme Art Association and Salmagundi Club paper labels on reverse. Image: 26" H x 18.5" W; frame: 34.5" H x 26.5" W x 0.5" D. Minor mat burn.
Auctions at Showplace
Mar. 21, 2020
Still Life by Alphaeus Cole
Est: $150 - $200
Alphaeus P. Cole (American, 1876-1988). Green Glass Bowl with Peaches. Oil on canvas panel. Signed and dated 1970 ll. Salmagundi Club label verso. 12" x 16".
Copake Auction Inc.
Jan. 13, 2020
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (American, 1876 - 1988), three artworks including oil portrait and two drawings, details include: "Portrait o...
Est: $100 - $200
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (American, 1876 - 1988), three artworks including oil portrait and two drawings, details include: "Portrait of Mrs. Alphaeus P. Cole (Former Wife of Eugene Higgins)", oil on canvas, depicts the matron in three quarter profile, a slight smile on her lips, signed LR, hand-written notes verso, wear consistent with age, some loss to edges, very minor damages, etc., contained in gilded and molded frame, canvas size: 10" h. x 8 1/4" w.; and two sketches loosely mounted to mat, one self-portrait, 1949, red conte crayon on paper, signed and dated LR; and one pencil sketch of a hand drawing, no signature, both pieces with wear consistent of age and use which can include minor damages, toning, foxing, etc.
Winter Associates, Inc.
Jan. 13, 2020
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (American, 1876 - 1988), oil on canvas board, depicts landscape with stone urn at center, signed LR, framed,...
Est: $100 - $200
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (American, 1876 - 1988), oil on canvas board, depicts landscape with stone urn at center, signed LR, framed, wear consistent with age and use including light wear and toning, ss: 10" h. x 6 3/4" w.
Winter Associates, Inc.
Jan. 10, 2020
Alphaeus P. Cole (1876-1988): House; and St. Anne de Beaupré
Est: $200 - $300
Two-sided watercolor on paper, 1948, signed 'Alphaeus P. Cole', titled and dated on the reverse.17 1/4 x 13 1/2 in. (sight), 25 x 22 in. (frame). The artist; Clayton Liberatoire Gallery, NY.
STAIR
Jan. 10, 2020
Alphaeus P. Cole (1876-1988): Man with a Hammer; and Still Life
Est: $300 - $500
Two-sided watercolor on paper, 1938, signed 'Alphaeus Cole' lower right.21 x 18 in. (sheet), 32 1/4 x 26 1/2 in. (frame).
STAIR
Jan. 05, 2020
Alphaeus P. Cole Portrait of a Woman Oil on Canvas
Est: -
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (American, 1876-1988) portrait of a woman depicted in green blazer and holding riding crop, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left: "Alphaeus P. Cole ANA 1938," unframed. 48.25" H x 37" W.
Auctions at Showplace
Jan. 05, 2020
Alphaeus P. Cole Portrait of a Woman Oil on Canvas
Est: -
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (American, 1876-1988) portrait of a woman depicted seated and wearing striped shirt," oil on canvas, signed lower right: "Alphaeus Cole," unframed. 36" H x 28" W.
Auctions at Showplace
Jan. 05, 2020
Alphaeus P. Cole Portrait of a Woman Oil on Canvas
Est: -
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (American, 1876-1988) portrait of a woman depicted seated and wearing hat, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left: "Alphaeus P. Cole 1949," unframed. 41" H x 29.75" W.
Auctions at Showplace
Apr. 28, 2019
Alphaeus P. Cole (1876-1988): The Artist's Wife
Est: $600 - $900
Watercolor on paper, 1948, signed 'Alphaeus P. Cole' and dated lower left.24 x 20 in. (sheet), 32 1/2 x 27 1/2 in. (frame). Works from the Collection of Elaine G. Weitzen, Sold to Benefit the Elaine G. Weitzen Foundation for Fine Arts
STAIR
Apr. 28, 2019
Alphaeus P. Cole (1876-1988): The Artist's Home (Old Lyme, Connecticut)
Est: $800 - $1,200
Watercolor on paper, 1946, signed 'Alphaeus P. Cole' and dated 1979 lower right.15 1/4 x 19 1/2 in. (sight), 24 1/2 x 27 1/2 in. (frame).Note: This work was signed by the artist in 1979. Works from the Collection of Elaine G. Weitzen, Sold to Benefit the Elaine G. Weitzen Foundation for Fine Arts
STAIR
Nov. 03, 2018
Alphaeus P. Cole (1876-1988): Old Lyme 8am
Est: $500 - $800
Watercolor on paper, 1954-79, signed 'Alphaeus Cole', titled and dated lower right.12 x 15 3/4 in. (sheet), 16 3/4 x 21 in. (frame).
STAIR
Nov. 03, 2018
Alphaeus P. Cole (1876-1988): The Studio at the Chelsea Hotel
Est: $800 - $1,200
Watercolor on paper, 1953, signed 'Alphaeus P. Cole' and dated lower left.22 x 19 in. (sheet), 32 x 27 in. (frame).
STAIR
Nov. 03, 2018
Alphaeus P. Cole (1876-1988): Self Portrait
Est: $2,000 - $5,000
Pencil on green/grey paper, 1952, signed 'Alphaeus P. Cole' and dated lower right, with label from Clayton-Liberatoire, Bridgehampton, NY.11 3/4 x 8 in. (sight), 20 x 15 1/2 in. (frame).
STAIR
Mar. 26, 2018
Assortment of 20th C. artwork, unframed, seven pieces: three mixed media works on paper by Alphaeus Cole (American, 1876-1988) one p...
Est: $100 - $300
Assortment of 20th C. artwork, unframed, seven pieces: three mixed media works on paper by Alphaeus Cole (American, 1876-1988) one portrait, one depicting man with horse in Continental town, the other depicting Jesus, largest measures 22 3/4" h. x 15 1/2" w.; Guido Horvath painting on board depicting couple in row boat with mountains in background, signed LL, 19 1/2" h. x 27" w.; William Bodwell (American, 1852-1940) pencil drawing depicting construction scene, 14 3/4" h. x 20" w.; Vernon Bailey (American, 1874 - 1953) watercolor depicting the Hayden Planetarium, signed LL, 19 1/2" h. x 24 1/2" w.; charcoal and mixed media drawing depicting "Old Town - Nice," 21" h. x 15" w.; all pieces with expected wear to edges and corners, tears, discoloration, condition as found.
Winter Associates, Inc.
Mar. 24, 2018
ALPHAEUS PHILEMON COLE (1876-1988): ASSORTED GARDEN FLOWERS
Est: $400 - $600
ALPHAEUS PHILEMON COLE (1876-1988): ASSORTED GARDEN FLOWERS Watercolor on paper, 1979, signed 'Alphaeus P. Cole' and dated lower left, with label from Previti Gallery, NY. 17 1/2 x 13 1/2 in. (sight), 27 x 22 in. (frame). Note: Born in Jersey City, New Jersey in 1876, Alphaeus Philemon Cole would go on to become the world's oldest living man at the time, dying in his Chelsea Hotel apartment in New York City at the age of 112 years and 136 days. Before reaching his 'Supercentenarian' status, Cole studied art in Italy, Paris and in England before returning to the United States in 1911. Cole actively painted until the age of 103.
STAIR
Feb. 10, 2018
Alphaeus Philemon Cole, (1876-1988),
Est: $150 - $250
'Westminster Abbey, 1912', watercolour, signed, titled & dated, note: artist was once the oldest verified living man, 32.5 x 44cm
Bargain Hunt Auctions
Nov. 01, 2017
Oil on Canvas, Portrait of a Man, Alphaeus Cole
Est: $600 - $800
Signed l.r Alphaeus P. Cole N.A. 1942 (American 1876-1988) 29 1/2"h 24 1/2"w Provenance: Property Sold for the Benefit of Greenwood Gardens, Short Hills, NJ.
Nye & Company
Mar. 27, 2017
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (American, 1876-1988), four etchings mostly depicting architecture: two depicting white clapboarded meetingho...
Est: $75 - $175
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (American, 1876-1988), four etchings mostly depicting architecture: two depicting white clapboarded meetinghouse, c. 1925, stone signed one with stain LL; one depicting figure walking down isolated street, minor wrinkling, c. 1930, plate size: 3" h. x 2 3/8" w.; and last depicting equestrian figure with lance, c. 1944, Clayton-Liberatore Art Gallery (Bridgehampton, NY) label attached verso, three of four pencil signed with the fourth signed in stone, two of four with pen inscribed backing verso, all matted and framed behind glass, none examined out of matching black finished frames.
Winter Associates, Inc.
Jul. 16, 2016
ALPHAEUS P COLE OIL PAINTING ON CANVAS
Est: $200 - $300
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (American,1876-1988) , oil painting on canvas depicting two nude females bathing in a lake surrounded by woods. We believe this painting was completed in his later years. Measures 19" (48cm) width by 16" (41cm) height plus 2 1/2" (6cm) frame.
Antiques & Modern Auction Gallery
Mar. 13, 2016
Cole, Alphaeus P (1876-1988) Coastal Landscape 1939 Oil Painting
Est: $400 - $600
Cole, Alphaeus Philemon (American, 1876-1988) Along the Shore. Oil on canvas painting. Signed lower left "Alphaeus P. Cole." Inscribed on back and dated 1939. In good condition. Painting measures 8 inches x 10 inches. Frame measures 11 1/2 inches x 13 inches. From Askart: Alphaeus Cole was born in Jersey City, New Jersey on 12 July 1876, the son of the engraver Timothy Cole (1852-1931). He would live to the phenomenal age of 112 († 25 November 1988), having witnessed America's Centennial and Bicentennial, as well as other historic events including the Dreyfus trial and the Armory Show. Toward the end, he received letters from Presidents Carter and Reagan. Cole began in the Acad?mie Julian under Laurens and Constant. The former criticized his drawing technique as tight and dry. Cole exhibited Dante Watching the Building of the Florentine Cathedral at the Salon of 1900 in Paris, and three years later he married Margaret Ward Warmsley, then returned to America. His painting, The Girl in the Mirror was exhibited at the Royal Academy in London in 1912. At the Armory Show he was depressed that "such fearful trash [could be] applauded. Worse still to find beautiful Corots and Whistlers along side of these daubs. We stayed about an hour then went on to dinner. . . ." Meanwhile, Cole had started to exhibit his works at the Art Institute of Chicago (1907-35). At the National Academy of Design, Cole's Summer Idyll was shown in 1915 and Under the Red Crosswas exhibited there two years later. Two more works were hung "on the line" at the NAD in 1918, and yet another in their winter exhibition of 1919. Between 1924 and 1931 Cole taught at the Cooper Union. He was grateful for the position since commissions were hard to find. In 1924 his Green Shawlwas hung "on the line" at the National Academy's winter exhibition and he began to exhibit at the New York Water Color Club around that time. Cole served on various committees within that institution. His picture in the NAD's 1926 show was Dolores of Spain, yet he was disappointed how poorly it was hung. In 1928 Cole served as a judge along with Abbott Graves in the San Antonio Art League competition. Cole, who accompanied Robert Vonnoh on that trip, would have judged the works of artists from all over the country, including Augustus Dunbier from Nebraska. In 1930 Cole was named an Associate of the National Academy of Design. He continued to exhibit but less enthusiastically, through the Depression era. Apparently the public works programs did not appeal to him. He managed to take another trip abroad in the summer of 1934 (London, Paris, Florence) and in the following year he published a biography of his father, Timothy Cole, Wood Engraver. In 1937 Cole was teaching at the Grand Central Art School. During this period he was taking on unusual themes: a painting with the intriguing title of The Blank Canvas, a work commissioned for St. Anthony's Guild in a Franciscan monastery (St. Francis with the Birds), and Hunters of the Stone Age. Throughout his life, Cole complained about minor colds, coughs and indigestion, and was rather discouraged and morose. Little did he know in 1938 when he turned sixty-one, feeling depressed, that he would have almost fifty years to live. In the 1940s Cole turned to Catholicism and continued to produce portraits and win impressive prizes. His wife died in 1961 and only a few months later, he married an 88 year-old widow named Anita Higgins who had been married to the painter Eugene Higgins. They moved into the Chelsea Hotel. Anita Higgins Cole died in 1971 at the age of ninety-nine. Cole told a newspaper reporter that he had always wanted to be a history painter "but portrait painting was more profitable. A good portrait painter is always in demand." He celebrated his 100th birthday on 12 July 1976 and was declared a "walking tribute." Indeed, he was quite a walker himself. At the age of eighty-five, for instance, he went from 89th Street to the Bowery on foot. The Salmagundi Club th
Myers Fine Art
Mar. 13, 2016
Cole, Alphaeus P (American, 1876-1988) Oil Painting - Cabin in Old Lyme Connecticut
Est: $400 - $600
Cole, Alphaeus Philemon (American, 1876-1988) "Cabin in Old Lyme Connecticut". Oil on artist board painting. Signed lower right "Alphaeus P. Cole." Dated and titled on back "Cabin in Old Lyme Connecticut" 1939. In good condition. Painting measures 8 inches x 10 inches. Frame measures 14 inches x 16 inches . From Askart: Alphaeus Cole was born in Jersey City, New Jersey on 12 July 1876, the son of the engraver Timothy Cole (1852-1931). He would live to the phenomenal age of 112 († 25 November 1988), having witnessed America's Centennial and Bicentennial, as well as other historic events including the Dreyfus trial and the Armory Show. Toward the end, he received letters from Presidents Carter and Reagan. Cole began in the Acad?mie Julian under Laurens and Constant. The former criticized his drawing technique as tight and dry. Cole exhibited Dante Watching the Building of the Florentine Cathedral at the Salon of 1900 in Paris, and three years later he married Margaret Ward Warmsley, then returned to America. His painting, The Girl in the Mirror was exhibited at the Royal Academy in London in 1912. At the Armory Show he was depressed that "such fearful trash [could be] applauded. Worse still to find beautiful Corots and Whistlers along side of these daubs. We stayed about an hour then went on to dinner. . . ." Meanwhile, Cole had started to exhibit his works at the Art Institute of Chicago (1907-35). At the National Academy of Design, Cole's Summer Idyll was shown in 1915 and Under the Red Crosswas exhibited there two years later. Two more works were hung "on the line" at the NAD in 1918, and yet another in their winter exhibition of 1919. Between 1924 and 1931 Cole taught at the Cooper Union. He was grateful for the position since commissions were hard to find. In 1924 his Green Shawlwas hung "on the line" at the National Academy's winter exhibition and he began to exhibit at the New York Water Color Club around that time. Cole served on various committees within that institution. His picture in the NAD's 1926 show was Dolores of Spain, yet he was disappointed how poorly it was hung. In 1928 Cole served as a judge along with Abbott Graves in the San Antonio Art League competition. Cole, who accompanied Robert Vonnoh on that trip, would have judged the works of artists from all over the country, including Augustus Dunbier from Nebraska. In 1930 Cole was named an Associate of the National Academy of Design. He continued to exhibit but less enthusiastically, through the Depression era. Apparently the public works programs did not appeal to him. He managed to take another trip abroad in the summer of 1934 (London, Paris, Florence) and in the following year he published a biography of his father, Timothy Cole, Wood Engraver. In 1937 Cole was teaching at the Grand Central Art School. During this period he was taking on unusual themes: a painting with the intriguing title of The Blank Canvas, a work commissioned for St. Anthony's Guild in a Franciscan monastery (St. Francis with the Birds), and Hunters of the Stone Age. Throughout his life, Cole complained about minor colds, coughs and indigestion, and was rather discouraged and morose. Little did he know in 1938 when he turned sixty-one, feeling depressed, that he would have almost fifty years to live. In the 1940s Cole turned to Catholicism and continued to produce portraits and win impressive prizes. His wife died in 1961 and only a few months later, he married an 88 year-old widow named Anita Higgins who had been married to the painter Eugene Higgins. They moved into the Chelsea Hotel. Anita Higgins Cole died in 1971 at the age of ninety-nine. Cole told a newspaper reporter that he had always wanted to be a history painter "but portrait painting was more profitable. A good portrait painter is always in demand." He celebrated his 100th birthday on 12 July 1976 and was declared a "walking tribute." Indeed, he was quite a walker himself. At the age of eighty-five, for instance, he went from 89th Str
Myers Fine Art
Dec. 05, 2015
ALPHAEUS PHILEMON COLE | The Artist, by Himself
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
charcoal on paper
Sotheby's
Jan. 14, 2015
Alphaeus Philemon Cole American, 1876-1988 Woman Trying on a Dress, 1915
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Alphaeus Philemon Cole American, 1876-1988 Woman Trying on a Dress, 1915 Signed Alphaeus P. Cole and dated 1915 (ll) Oil on canvas 24 1/8 x 14 1/8 inches C
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Oct. 08, 2014
Alphaeus P. Cole, signed oil, river landscape, in
Est: £50 - £80
Alphaeus P. Cole, signed oil, river landscape, in a gilt frame, 14½'' x 10¾''
Crow's Auction Gallery Ltd
Sep. 08, 2014
Alphaeus P. Cole (American, 1876-1988), "Portrait of a Girl", watercolor on paper laid down on cardstock depicting young woman dress...
Est: $150 - $300
Alphaeus P. Cole (American, 1876-1988), "Portrait of a Girl", watercolor on paper laid down on cardstock depicting young woman dressed in white seated against dappled green background, signed "Alphaeus P. Cole" LR, paper label with artist's name, work title and dimensions as well as unknown serial number affixed verso, uneven edges and some loss to card stock including tears, ss: 21 3/4" h. x 25 1/4" w. [From a New England Institution]
Winter Associates, Inc.
Sep. 04, 2014
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (American, 1876-1988) Norfolk landscape, 9.5 x 13.5in.
Est: £150 - £200
Alphaeus Philemon Cole (American, 1876-1988) oil on canvas, Norfolk landscape, signed and dated 1906, 9.5 x 13.5in.
Gorringes
Jan. 24, 2014
PORTRAIT OF A WOMAN BY AIPHAEUS P. COLE (AMERICA, 1876-1988).
Est: $100 - $200
PORTRAIT OF A WOMAN BY AIPHAEUS P. COLE (AMERICA, 1876-1988). Oil on canvas, signed and dated "London 1908" lower left. Woman in a hat with flowers and a grey dress. 11"h. 9"w., in a gilt frame, 16.25"h. 14"w.
Garth's Auctioneers & Appraisers