Seth Eastman Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Seth Eastman Art Value Price Guide

Sep. 21, 2024
SETH EATMAN PENCIL SKETCH, UNTITLED DESERT SCENE
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
EASTMAN, Seth (1808–1875). Untitled [Desert Scene]. Original pencil sketch. 7 7/8" x 22 3/4" sheet.
Arader Galleries
Sep. 29, 2023
Seth Eastman, Indian Shooting Fish. Pl.7.
Est: $70 - $100
Seth Eastman (1808-1875) Indian Shooting Fish. Pl.7. From: Back of Beyond Books (Moab, UT, U.S.A.) Steel Plate engraving Sheet size: 12.5 x 9.5"
Arader Galleries California
Sep. 29, 2023
Seth Eastman, Dance to the Giant.
Est: $70 - $100
Seth Eastman (1808-1875) Dance to the Giant. From: Back of Beyond Books (Moab, UT, U.S.A.) Steel Plate engraving Sheet size: 12.5 x 9.5"
Arader Galleries California
Sep. 29, 2023
Seth Eastman, Spearing Fish From a Canoe. Pl. 8.
Est: $70 - $100
Seth Eastman (1808-1875) Spearing Fish From a Canoe. Pl. 8. From: Back of Beyond Books (Moab, UT, U.S.A.) Steel Plate engraving Sheet size: 9.5 x 12.5"
Arader Galleries California
Sep. 29, 2023
Seth Eastman,Indian sugar camp. Pl. 9.
Est: $70 - $100
Seth Eastman (1808-1875) Indian sugar camp. Pl. 9. From: Back of Beyond Books (Moab, UT, U.S.A.) Steel Plate engraving Sheet size: 9.5 x 12.5"
Arader Galleries California
Sep. 29, 2023
Seth Eastman, Spearing Muskrats in Winter. Pl. 5.
Est: $70 - $100
Seth Eastman (1808-1875) Spearing Muskrats in Winter. Pl. 5. From: Back of Beyond Books (Moab, UT, U.S.A.) Steel Plate engraving Sheet size: 9.5 x 12.5"
Arader Galleries California
Sep. 29, 2023
Seth Eastman, Spearing fish in winter. Pl. 6.
Est: $70 - $100
Seth Eastman (1808-1875) Spearing fish in winter. Pl. 6. From: Back of Beyond Books (Moab, UT, U.S.A.) Steel Plate engraving Sheet size: 9.5 x 12.5"
Arader Galleries California
Sep. 29, 2023
Seth Eastman, Ball Play on the Ice. Pl. 19.
Est: $70 - $100
Seth Eastman (1808-1875) Ball Play on the Ice. Pl. 19. From: Back of Beyond Books (Moab, UT, U.S.A.) Steel Plate engraving Sheet size: 9.5 x 12.5"
Arader Galleries California
Sep. 29, 2023
Seth Eastman, Indians Travelling. Pl. 21.
Est: $70 - $100
Seth Eastman (1808-1875) Indians Travelling. Pl. 21. From: Back of Beyond Books (Moab, UT, U.S.A.) Steel Plate engraving Sheet size: 9.5 x 12.5"
Arader Galleries California
May. 17, 2022
SETH EASTMAN (1808-1875) Road-Side View (View in Wisconsin) oil on canvas 1
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
SETH EASTMAN (1808-1875) Road-Side View (View in Wisconsin) oil on canvas 16 1/2 x 24 1/2 in. (41.9 x 62.2 cm.)
Christie's
May. 17, 2022
SETH EASTMAN (1808-1875) Striking the Post watercolor on paper 6 x 8 1/2 in
Est: $40,000 - $60,000
SETH EASTMAN (1808-1875) Striking the Post watercolor on paper 6 x 8 1/2 in. (15.2 x 21.6 cm.)
Christie's
Apr. 03, 2022
IN THE STYLE OF SETH EASTMAN "CHIEF WOLF ROBE" ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR ON PAPER
Est: -
UPDATED LISTING: Seth Eastman (1808 - 1875) "Chief Wolf Robe" (Cheyenne) Watercolor on Paper. This original watercolor depicts a portrait of Wolf Robe or Ho'néhevotoomáhe (b. 1838-1841, d. 1910). He was a Southern Cheyenne chief of the southern Cheyenne Indian tribe and a holder of Benjamin Harrison Peace Medal. Inscribed on the reverse of the paper with the title and the artist signature monogram. Seth Eastman was born in Brunswick, Maine, Seth Eastman, who became Brigadier General Seth Eastman, was a mid-19th century painter, topographer and draftsman, whose name remains famous for his depictions of United States military posts, western landscapes, and Indian life. In 1837, he published a book on topographic drawing and exhibited his paintings at the National Academy of Design in New York. He was then assigned to frontier posts, including Fort Snelling from 1841 to 1848, and during this time, he created over four-hundred paintings of frontier Indians. His skill led to his transfer to Washington D.C. in 1850 to do more than three-hundred illustration plates for Henry Rowe Schoolcraft's congressionally authorized work on the North American Indians. In addition to his work at the Capitol, Eastman's paintings hang in the Smithsonian Institution, the Corcoran Gallery of Art, the Minneapolis Institute of Art, the Gilcrease Museum, the Stark Museum and the Joslyn Museum of Art. Artist: Seth Eastman Title: "Chief Wolf Robe" Medium: Watercolor on Paper Signature Type: Hand Signed Signature Location: Reverso Site Measurement: 11x8.75 in. Keywords: Southwest, Western, Painting, OriginalArt; Ref: BD1312
Bradford's
May. 30, 2020
(3) CAPTAIN S. EASTMAN NATIVE AMERICAN ENGRAVINGS
Est: $150 - $350
(lot of 3) Framed hand-colored engravings on paper, after Captain Seth Eastman (American, 1808-1875), including: (1) "Dakotah Village," engraved by John C. McRae (fl.1850-1880), published by Lippincott, Grambo & Co., Philadelphia, (1) "Striking the Post," engraved by John C. McRae, (1) "Ball Play on the Ice," engraved by Charles Edward Wagstaff (1808-1850) and J. Andrews, sight: approx 7"h, 8.5"w, overall: approx 14.25"h, 15.75"w; 7.5lbs total Start Price: $100.00
Austin Auction Gallery
Nov. 20, 2018
Seth Eastman (1808-1875) - Feeding the Dead
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
Seth Eastman (1808-1875) Feeding the Dead watercolor on paper laid down on paper 7 1/8 x 9 5/8 in. (18 x 24.5 cm.)
Christie's
Nov. 10, 2018
CAPTAIN SETH EASTMAN (AMERICAN 1808-1875) HAND-COLORED ENGRAVING
Est: $200 - $300
CAPTAIN SETH EASTMAN (AMERICAN 1808-1875) HAND-COLORED ENGRAVING, titled "Scalp Dance of the Dacotahs", published by Lippincott, Grambo & Co., Philadelphia, PL 12, S. Burt. From "Historical and Statistical Information Respecting the History, Condition and Prospects of the Indian Tribes of the United States" by Henry R. Schoolcraft, illustrated by S. Eastman, U.S. Army. Professionally mounted in a modern frame.
Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates
Feb. 25, 2018
Painting, Seth Eastman
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Seth Eastman (American, 1808-1875), Figures Along Water in Upstate New York (Possibly Catskills), 1865, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left, canvas: 27"h x 21.25"w, overall (with frame): 38"h x 32"w. Note: Extensive documentation from Christie's, Sotheby's, museums, and original owner accompany this lot.
Clars Auctions
Apr. 01, 2017
Seminole Chief Painting by Seth Eastman c1840-1850
Est: $2,000 - $6,000
This is an exceptional original work of art by renowned artist, Seth Eastman (American, 1808-1875). Dated to circa 1840-1850. The piece shows the side profile of a Sioux Native American Indian Chief in full headdress done with gouache & watercolor on brown paper. The piece is signed lower left in artist monogram, "I/I" and was previously authenticated by Mathews Galleries (no paperwork). This excellent piece is in an early gilt wood oval frame with glass protection. Seth Eastman was an 1829 West Point Graduate and served at Fort Snelling, Minnesota and Later during the Seminole Wars in Florida. Previously Eastman was exclusively concerned with landscapes, but with the presence of Florida Indians was prompted to experiment with a new subject matter, that of painting the Native American Indians. This started what would be the pinnacle of his artistic achievements. This is a very scarce piece as most original Eastman paintings are owned by the Federal Government. The most notable Seth Eastman painting to come up to auction sold at the Sotheby's New York May 5, 1998 for $937,500 with another piece being sold in 2012 by Phoebus Auction Gallery with an estimate of $250,000 to $400,000. Wonderful original piece. Frame measures 19.25"W x 23"H with the visible art area being 9.25"W x 13 3/8" including the 3" oval mat.
North American Auction Company
Sep. 17, 2016
Watercolor of West Point Military Academy by Eastman
Est: $5,000 - $8,000
West Point Military Academy. Seth Eastman. Watercolor Drawing on Paper c. 1835. 10 3/4 x 15 1/2 inches sheet. Eastman attended the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York, where he received training in sketching and topography. While at West Point, he began to paint scenes featuring the daily life of local American Indian tribes. He later returned to his Alma Mater as a drawing instructor from 1833-1840, most likely when this work was completed.
Arader Galleries
Jul. 10, 2016
Seth Eastman Engraving of Seneca Chief Red Jacket
Est: $300 - $500
Seth Eastman Engraving of Seneca Chief Red Jacket. 19th C. Size: 9.75" x 7.75", 25 x 20 cm (sight); 15" x 13", 38 x 33 cm (frame).
Material Culture
Nov. 21, 2015
Bison Study
Est: $4,500 - $5,500
Seth Eastman (1808-1875). Pencil on Paper. 1848-49. 7 1/2 x 5 3/4 inches sheet, 13 1/4 x 15 1/2 inches framed.
Arader Galleries
Oct. 02, 2015
SETH EASTMAN | Lake Erie, From Cleveland
Est: $30,000 - $40,000
watercolor on paper
Sotheby's
Jul. 26, 2014
Seth Eastman (1808-1875)
Est: $30,000 - $50,000
The Escape (1875)
Coeur d’Alene Art Auction
Jun. 07, 2014
Seth Eastman, Painting, "Chief Wolf Robe"
Est: $800 - $1,200
Seth Eastman, painting, "Chief Wolf Robe", watercolor, profile of Chief Wolf Robe wearing the Benjamin Harrison peace medal, titled verso "Chief Wolf Robe Cheyenne" and monogrammed verso "SE" probably Seth Eastman, nicely matted and framed, 9 1/2" x 7 1/2" (viewed), 19 3/4" x 17 1/4" (with frame), very good condition. From the Estate of Janet Collier San Rafael, California.
San Rafael Auction Gallery
Feb. 17, 2013
SETH EASTMAN (Washington, D.C., 1808-1875). LAKE ERIE, FROM CLEVELAND, JULY 1833, titled on verso. WatercolorClick here to view supplem
Est: $80,000 - $150,000
SETH EASTMAN (Washington, D.C., 1808-1875). LAKE ERIE, FROM CLEVELAND, JULY 1833, titled on verso. Watercolor Click here to view supplemental information for this lot. - Framed, sight: 12 1/4 in. x 8 in.
Sloans & Kenyon
Nov. 17, 2012
SETH EASTMAN (AMERICAN 1808-1875) STUDIO OR FOLLOWER. EIGHT DRAWINGS OF INDIANS, INCLUDING TWO OF INDIAN WOMEN AT WORK.
Est: $600 - $900
Each pen and brown ink on tissue paper, largest 7 x 4 inches. (One illustrated)Literature: "Indian Woman Procuring Fuel" appears in Eastman, "American Aboriginal Portfolio," pl. 26 and Schoolcraft, Vol. II, opposite p. 182. "Indian Woman Dressing a Buffalo Skin" in Eastman, pl. 14 and Schoolcraft, Vol. II, opposite p. 67. Several drawings after George Catlin.
Bourgeault-Horan Antiquarians
Nov. 17, 2012
SETH EASTMAN (AMERICAN 1808-1875) STUDIO OR FOLLOWER. NINE DRAWINGS OF SOUTHWESTERN INDIAN TRIBES, INCLUDING MOJAVES, NAVAJOS AND ZUNI.
Est: $600 - $900
Each pen and brown ink on tissue paper, largest 6 1/4 x 8 1/2 inches. (One illustrated)
Bourgeault-Horan Antiquarians
Nov. 17, 2012
SETH EASTMAN (AMERICAN 1808-1875) STUDIO OR FOLLOWER. FIVE DRAWINGS OF PLAINS INDIANS, INCLUDING MANDAN, SIOUX AND BLACKFOOT CHIEFS AND A MEDICINE MAN.
Est: $700 - $1,000
Each pen and brown ink on tissue paper, largest 7 1/2 x 5 1/4 inches. (One illustrated)
Bourgeault-Horan Antiquarians
Nov. 17, 2012
SETH EASTMAN (AMERICAN 1808-1875) STUDIO OR FOLLOWER. FOUR DRAWINGS: "DANCE TO THE GIANT," "INDIAN BURIAL," "STRIKING THE POST" AND "BEGGAR'S DANCE."
Est: $800 - $1,200
Each pen and brown ink on tissue paper, 8 x 6, 9 x 6, 5 1/4 x 9 and 5 1/2 x 9 inches. (One illustrated)Literature: "Dance to the Giant" appears in Eastman, "American Aboriginal Portfolio" and in Schoolcraft, "Historical and Statistical Information..." Vol. III, opposite p. 486. "Indian Burial" in Eastman, pl. 16 and Schoolcraft, Vol. II, opposite p. 70; "Striking the Post" in Eastman and Schoolcraft, Vol. III, opposite p. 64; "Beggar's Dance" in Schoolcraft, Vol. III, opposite p. 62.
Bourgeault-Horan Antiquarians
Nov. 17, 2012
SETH EASTMAN (AMERICAN 1808-1875) STUDIO OR FOLLOWER. THREE DRAWINGS: "SCALP DANCE OF THE DACOTAHS," "DEATH WHOOP" AND "SCALPS DRESSED FOR THE DANCE."
Est: $600 - $900
Each pen and brown ink on tissue paper, 5 3/4 x 9, 7 3/4 x 6 and 5 1/2 x 7 1/2 inches. (One illustrated)Literature: An Eastman watercolor of the "Scalp Dance," nearly identical to the drawing, is in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. The "Death Whoop" appears as pl.10 in Eastman's "American Aboriginal Portfolio," 1853; "Scalps Dressed" appears in Schoolcraft, "Historical and Statistical Information Regarding ... the Indian Tribes," Vol. II, 1852, opposite p. 62.
Bourgeault-Horan Antiquarians
Sep. 15, 2012
Attributed to Seth Eastman (American, 1808-1875)
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Attributed to Seth Eastman (American, 1808-1875), "A Perch Above the Falls", oil on academy board, unsigned, 11 1/2 in. x 9 3/4 in., original gilded and stencil-decorated spandrel frame, with contemporaneous artist plaque Please Note: Starting Bid USD $1000
Neal Auction Company
Sep. 24, 2011
Seth Eastman (American, 1808-1875), Plains Indian Scaffold Burials. Signed l.r. Watercolor, pencil, and whiting on chine colle marke...
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Seth Eastman (American, 1808-1875), Plains Indian Scaffold Burials. Signed l.r. Watercolor, pencil, and whiting on chine colle marked "indian grave? on the St. Peters River-Minnesota Ter. 1848," 9 1/4 x 6 1/4 in. Provenance: Purportedly from the descendants of Caleb Lyon (1822-1875).
Skinner
Sep. 11, 2009
Attributed to Seth Eastman (American, 1808-1875) Ball Play of the Sioux on the St. Peters River in Wint...
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Attributed to Seth Eastman (American, 1808-1875) Ball Play of the Sioux on the St. Peters River in Winter Unsigned, identified on a label affixed to the backing. Oil on board, 13 x 18 in. (32.5 x 45.5 cm), framed. Condition: Curve to support, varnish inconsistencies, surface grime. N.B. The work is nearly identical to Ballplay of the Dakota on the St. Peters River in Winter of 1848, presently in the collection of the Amon Carter Museum, Fort Worth, Texas.
Skinner
Jun. 07, 2009
SETH EASTMAN (1808-1875) ON THE HUDSON 7 7/8 x 11
Est: -
SETH EASTMAN (1808-1875) ON THE HUDSON 7 7/8 x 11 3/4 inch paper size, signed S. Eastman in pen below the image on a mat that mounts the piece, only a date of 1850 in the image. A full composition with goat, mansions, schooners and a distant town visible. Eastman graduated West Point, rose to the rank of Brigadier General. Condition ReportTacked across the top in two places on dark age-toned mat with a mounted image behind the work by Eastman, cloth taped to larger, early 20th century mat.
Dirk Soulis Auctions
May. 21, 2009
- Seth Eastman 1808 - 1875 , Striking the Post watercolor on paper
Est: $40,000 - $60,000
signed S. Eastman and dated 1852 , l.r. watercolor on paper
Sotheby's
May. 19, 2005
Seth Eastman (1808-1875)
Est: $100,000 - $150,000
The Escape signed and dated 'Seth Eastman 1875' (lower right) oil on canvas 20 1/4 x 30 1/4 in. (51.4 x 76.8 cm.)
Christie's
Apr. 27, 2005
SETH EASTMAN (1808-1875)
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
A Sioux Chief signed with monogrammed initials 'SE' (lower left) gouache and watercolor on tan paper 13 1/4 x 9 1/2 in. (33.7 x 24.1 cm.) (image)
Christie's
Mar. 11, 2004
Seth Eastman (1808-1875)
Est: $12,000 - $18,000
Indian Encampment signed 'S. Eastman' (lower right) watercolor on paper laid down on linen 16 3/4 x 27 3/4 in. (42.5 x 70.5 cm.)
Christie's
Jan. 09, 2004
SETH EASTMAN (American, 1808-1875) "A SIOUX CHIEF"
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Gouache and watercolor on brown paper. Portrait of a right facing Indian chief wearing feathered head dress with red tassels. Signed in artists monogram lower left. Oval shaped with fine detail. Housed in a modern metal frame with tan rectangular matte.
James D. Julia
Mar. 04, 2003
Seth Eastman (1808-1875)
Est: $7,000 - $10,000
Inscription Rock at Esopus Landing on the Hudson River watercolor on paper 6 x 9 in. (15.2 x 22.9 cm.) LITERATURE H.R. Schoolcraft L.L.D., Information Respecting the History, Condition and Prospects of the Indian Tribes of the United States: Collected and Prepared Under the Direction of the Bureau of Indian Affairs Per Act of Congress of March 3rd 1847, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1853, plate 19, illustration of engraving based on the present work. NOTES The present work is the original watercolor for which the engraving of Inscription Rock at Esopus Landing by J.C. McRae was used in H.R. Schoolcraft's book of 1857. Inscription Rock is located on the western bank of the Hudson River, at Esopus Landing. The present watercolor depicts the landscape of the eastern shores of the Hudson, as seen from the primitive indian inscriptions found on Inscription Rock in the 1850s. SALESROOM NOTICE Please note this lot is being sold subject to no reserve.
Christie's