Jacob Maentel Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Jacob Maentel Art Value Price Guide

Mar. 08, 2025
ANTIQUE WATERCOLOR PAINTING JACOB MAENTEL SCHOOL
Est: $100 - $150
An antique American watercolor on paper painting depicting a profile portrait of a gentleman holding a pocket watch, school of Jacob Maentel, American 1763 to 1863. Framed, inscribed on the backside. Dates to the late 19th century. One of a kind artwork. Antique American Portrait Paintings And Wall Decor Collectibles.
Antique Arena Inc
Jan. 25, 2025
Jacob Maentel (1763 - 1863)
Est: $15,000 - $25,000
watercolor, graphite, and ink on paper circa 1818 10 ½ in. by 8 ½ in. Please note that we have a new registration process and we highly recommend registering early to the sale. If you encounter any difficulty, please contact the Bids Department at bids.newyork@sothebys.com or call +1 (212) 606-7414 for assistance.
Sotheby's
Jan. 24, 2025
JACOB MAENTEL (1763-1863). PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG LADY. ink and watercolor on
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
JACOB MAENTEL (1763-1863). PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG LADY. ink and watercolor on paper10 5/8 x 8 in..
Christie's
Sep. 26, 2024
Jacob Maentel, pair of profile portraits
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Jacob Maentel (American 1763-1863), pair of watercolor and gouache profile portraits of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Ebert of York County, 10" x 7 1/4", frames - 13 1/2" x 10 3/4". Provenance: Conestoga Auction Company, November 17, 2001; Pook & Pook, April 14, 2018, lot 77. Provenance: the collection of Rebecca Roberts, York, Pennsylvania. Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.
Pook & Pook Inc.
Sep. 26, 2024
Jacob Maentel, watercolor and gouache portrait
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
Jacob Maentel (American 1763-1863), watercolor and gouache profile portrait of a young woman, 9 1/4" x 7 1/4", frame - 13 1/8" x 11 1/8". Provenance: the collection of Rebecca Roberts, York, Pennsylvania. Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.
Pook & Pook Inc.
Sep. 26, 2024
Jacob Maentel, watercolor and gouache portrait
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Jacob Maentel (American 1763-1863), watercolor and gouache profile portrait of a young woman with umbrella, 10 1/2" x 8", frame - 12 1/4" x 9 5/8". Provenance: the collection of Rebecca Roberts, York, Pennsylvania. Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.
Pook & Pook Inc.
Sep. 26, 2024
Jacob Maentel, pair of watercolor portraits
Est: $3,000 - $4,000
Jacob Maentel (American 1763-1863), pair of watercolor and gouache profile portraits of a husband and wife 10 5/8" x 8 5/8". Provenance: the collection of Rebecca Roberts, York, Pennsylvania. Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.
Pook & Pook Inc.
May. 17, 2024
Jacob Maentel, three watercolor portraits
Est: $5,000 - $10,000
Jacob Maentel (American 1763-1863), three watercolor and ink on paper portraits of the Hottenstein family of Berks County, Pennsylvania, including Jacob Hottenstein in a Revolutionary war uniform, Henry Hottenstein, inscribed Gebohren den 8 January 1791, and Miss Doretha Hottenstein, wearing a long blue dress and having a bird perched on her finger, inscribed Gebohren den 24th Juny 1805, largest 10" x 8". Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.
Pook & Pook Inc.
Apr. 18, 2024
Jacob Maentel, watercolor full-length portrait
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Jacob Maentel (American 1763-1863), watercolor full-length portrait of a woman wearing a blue dress, with rolling hills and trees in the background, in a red stained pine frame, 11 1/4'' x 7", frame - 14 1/2" x 10 1/4". Provenance: William Bunch Auctions, Collection of James and Cheryl Hale, April 20, 2004, lot 391; Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates, November 12, 2016, lot 295. Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.
Pook & Pook Inc.
Mar. 14, 2024
Attributed to Jacob Maentel (German/American, 1763-1863)
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Attributed to Jacob Maentel (German/American, 1763-1863) Portrait of a Young Girl watercolor on paper unsigned 7 x 5 1/2 inches.
Hindman
Feb. 28, 2024
Jacob Maentel watercolor portrait
Est: $200 - $300
Jacob Maentel, watercolor and ink on paper of a woman in a green dress and a man in a waistcoat, in a decorated frame, 9 3/4" x 11 1/4". Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.
Pook & Pook Inc.
Jan. 18, 2024
Jacob Maentel, watercolor profile bust
Est: $800 - $1,200
Jacob Maentel (American 1763-1863), watercolor profile bust of a gentleman, frame - 7 3/4" x 6 3/4". Provenance: A New York collection. Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.
Pook & Pook Inc.
Nov. 16, 2023
JACOB MAENTEL (Pennsylvania/Maryland/Indiana/Germany, 1763-1863), Portrait of "Aunt Bobbie" in a red dress., Watercolor, 7.25" x 6" sight. Framed 9" x 7.75".
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
JACOB MAENTEL Pennsylvania/Maryland/Indiana/Germany, 1763-1863 Portrait of "Aunt Bobbie" in a red dress. Unsigned. Identified in a later hand on back of frame.
Eldred's
Oct. 04, 2023
Jacob Maentel (American, 1788-1863)
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Jacob Maentel (American, 1788-1863) Two Works: Portraits of Anna Brenneman and Susanna Brenneman watercolor on paper each dated 1823, with inscribed birthdate and residential details beneath portrait 9 1/8 x 7 1/8 inches. Genealogical records confirm that Anna Brenneman (1819-1895) and Susanna Brenneman Hoerner (1822-1908) were both born in West Hanover Township, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania to Christian and Barbara Keller Brenneman. This lot is located in Cincinnati.
Hindman
May. 06, 2023
Attributed to Jacob Maentel (German/American, 1763 - 1863), folk artist, "Portrait of Elizabeth Scholz", watercolor on paper, 8" x 6...
Est: $600 - $1,200
Attributed to Jacob Maentel (German/American, 1763 - 1863), folk artist, "Portrait of Elizabeth Scholz", watercolor on paper, 8" x 6", label on reverse reads "A profile portrait of Elz Sch (1800 - 1860) depicted in a shimmering turquoise gown and matching slippers. According to a handwritten family history on the reverse, the portrait was painted 1816....." - Kelly Kinzle Antiques. Provenance: Estate of Donald K. Huber
Nadeau's Auction Gallery
Oct. 22, 2022
Jacob Maentel Lady in Blue
Est: $600 - $1,200
Jacob Maentel. Watercolor portrait of a lady in a blue dress and bonnet, holding a book. Inscribed on back. Sarah Burkholder, aged 29 years and 3 months, taken Dec 15 1831'. Condition: Imperfections and discoloration. Frame H 12-1/2" W 8-5/8" Sight H 11-3/8" W 7-5/8". Copy and paste link for high-res image: https://www.dropbox.com/s/bagvog9risjzscq/3434025_1.jpg?dl=0
New England Auctions
Oct. 07, 2022
Jacob Maentel watercolor portrait of a gentleman
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
Jacob Maentel (American 1763-1863), watercolor profile portrait of a gentleman holding his top hat, 10 1/2" x 8". Provenance: A New York Collector. Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.
Pook & Pook Inc.
Oct. 05, 2022
Jacob Maentel pair of bust length portraits
Est: $3,000 - $4,000
Jacob Maentel (American 1763-1863), pair of watercolor and gouache bust length portraits of a husband and wife, 8 1/4" x 6 1/2". Provenance: James and Nancy Glazer 1975; Sotheby's Deyerle Collection, May 26, 1995, lot 782; The Collection of Max and Polly DeHart, Milton, Pennsylvania. Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.
Pook & Pook Inc.
Jun. 25, 2022
PAIR OF JACOB MAENTEL (GERMAN-AMERICAN, 1763-1863), ATTRIBUTED, WAYNESBORO, FRANKLIN CO., PENNSYLVANIA FOLK ART PORTRAITS
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
PAIR OF JACOB MAENTEL (GERMAN-AMERICAN, 1763-1863), ATTRIBUTED, WAYNESBORO, FRANKLIN CO., PENNSYLVANIA FOLK ART PORTRAITS, watercolor on paper, subjects identified as Dr. James Brotherton and Helen Mentoria Hammett Brotherton (1801-1879), with daughter Anna Joan Brotherton (1821-1898), each full-figure in profile seated in a green-painted tablet-back Windsor-style chair in a mountainous landscape setting, no signature located. Each conservation mounted in a period black-painted frame. Reserve.
Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates
Apr. 22, 2022
Jacob Maentel watercolor double folk portrait
Est: $15,000 - $25,000
Jacob Maentel (American 1763-1863), large watercolor double folk portrait of Elizabeth and Philip Wolfersberger of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, standing holding a book and hat respectively with farm in the background, 16 1/4" x 11 1/4". Provenance: Edith Gregor Halpert collection. Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.
Pook & Pook Inc.
Apr. 22, 2022
Jacob Maentel pair of watercolor portraits
Est: $7,000 - $9,000
Jacob Maentel (American 1763-1863), pair of watercolor portraits of Jacob (1807-1881)and Elisabeth (1811-1881) Schoch of Berks County, Pennsylvania, each half length figures holding a book over inscription, 10" x 8 1/4". Provenance: Indiana collection; Pook & Pook, October 3, 2015, lot 128. Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.
Pook & Pook Inc.
Nov. 20, 2021
JACOB MAENTEL (GERMAN-AMERICAN, 1763-1863), PENNSYLVANIA FOLK ART PAIR OF PORTRAITS
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
JACOB MAENTEL (GERMAN-AMERICAN, 1763-1863), PENNSYLVANIA FOLK ART PAIR OF PORTRAITS, watercolor and pencil on laid paper, each in full-length profile standing on a grassy mound, depicting a gentleman in black coat with tales, a watch fob visible at his waist, and presumably his wife wearing a blue gown and lace bonnet, holding a pink rose in her hand, no signature or inscriptions located. The man on paper bearing a "J WHATMAN / 1816" watermark. Conservation framed (floated) under UV glass in matching custom grain-painted wooden frames. Reserve.
Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates
Jul. 02, 2021
JACOB MAENTEL (GERMAN-AMERICAN, 1763-1863), ATTRIBUTED, FOLK ART PORTRAIT OF A WOMAN
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
JACOB MAENTEL (GERMAN-AMERICAN, 1763-1863), ATTRIBUTED, FOLK ART PORTRAIT OF A WOMAN, watercolor and pencil on paper, full-length profile depiction of subject wearing blue Empire-style gown with elaborate white collar, holding a pink flower in her hand, her coiffure featuring ringlets, headband, and large comb, no signature or inscription(s) located. Housed under UV glass in a modern black-painted wooden frame.
Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates
Jul. 02, 2021
JACOB MAENTEL (GERMAN-AMERICAN, 1763-1863), ATTRIBUTED, FOLK ART MINIATURE PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG MAN
Est: $400 - $600
JACOB MAENTEL (GERMAN-AMERICAN, 1763-1863), ATTRIBUTED, FOLK ART MINIATURE PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG MAN, watercolor on paper, bust-length profile depiction of subject with dark hair and sideburns, wearing a dark coat and high white stock, no signature located. Housed under glass in a period molded giltwood frame.
Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates
May. 21, 2021
Jacob Maentel pair of watercolor profile portraits
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Jacob Maentel (American 1763-1863), pair of watercolor profile portraits of a husband and wife, each standing atop a grassy knoll, the wife holding a book, the husband with top hat, 11 1/2" x 7 3/4". Competitive In-House shipping is available for this lot.
Pook & Pook Inc.
Apr. 27, 2021
Jacob Maentel (1763-1863) Pair of Portraits: Lady and Gentleman
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Jacob Maentel (1763-1863) Pair of Portraits: Lady and Gentleman Both with faint ink inscriptions verso, the lady inscribed "Nancy...wife of...."; framed. (10 in. x 7 3/4 in. (sight)) Provenance A Philadelphia Collection. Condition report: some toning to edges, some looseness to frame on gentleman
Freeman's | Hindman
Mar. 09, 2021
A Pair of New Jersey Portraits, Attributed to Jacob Maentel (American, 1763-1863)
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
A Pair of New Jersey Portraits, Attributed to Jacob Maentel (American, 1763-1863) Portraits of Bernardus Garritson Hageman and Benjamin Bernardus Hageman, 1814 and 1820 respectively each watercolor, pen and pencil on paper Benjamin Hageman portrait with ink inscription Benj. B. Hageman April 1814 on verso of sheet. each image 3 7/8 x 2 7/8 inches. A label on the verso of the backing indicates that the two works were on display at the Evansville Museum of Arts and Science during the 1989 "Simplicity, A Grace: Jacob Maentel in Indiana" exhibition. Bernardus Garritson Hageman was born in 1810 in Somerset County, New Jersey. His brother Benjamin was born two years later. Both spent their lives in Somerset County, passing away in 1874 and 1890, respectively. Property from the Estate of James A. Sanders, Evansville, IndianaHindman is honored to present property from the Estate of James A. Sanders, including his collection of American Furniture, Glazed Pottery and Folk Art. Born in 1938 in Evansville, Indiana, Mr. Sanders dedicated his life to education, historic preservation, and the arts.Well-respected and a friend to many, Mr. Sanders built an impressive collection across many categories including Rockingham pottery, early lighting, American and English paintings, toys and banks, and American vernacular furniture. He spent his time between Evansville and his family farm in New Harmony, Indiana. It was here at the family home where his collection grew. Following his career as an educator, Mr. Sanders further pursued his interest in historic preservation. In 1985, he became the University of Southern Indianas first director of Historic New Harmony. His enthusiasm and general interest in history was reflected in how he put together his collection, and the wide variety of objects with which he surrounded himself.Mr. Sanderss passion for the arts was a common theme throughout his life. Along with his career, he supported numerous foundations and institutions such as Decorative Arts Trust, Evansville Preservation Alliance, Evansville Museum of Arts, Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra, and many others. His collection was a reflection of his life, loved and accomplished.
Cowan's Auctions
Jan. 21, 2021
JACOB MAENTEL (1763-1863) Portrait of a Young Gentleman pencil and waterc
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
JACOB MAENTEL (1763-1863) Portrait of a Young Gentleman pencil and watercolor on paper 8 x 5.5 in. (sight) painted circa 1815
Christie's
Jan. 17, 2021
Jacob Maentel - Portrait of Mr. Horner
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Jacob Maentel (1778-1863), watercolor portrait of Mr. Horner. Watercolor has been mounted. Please see image out of frame. Sight size H 10-3/4" W 5". OA H 18" W 12-1/2". Please refer to this link for a high-res image. https://www.dropbox.com/s/spd0z7sjajqlay2/1871021_2.jpg?dl=0
New England Auctions
Dec. 09, 2020
Jacob Maentel American, 1765-1863 Birth Certificate of Johannes Henrich Meyer (b.1835), 1837
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Jacob Maentel American, 1765-1863 Birth Certificate of Johannes Henrich Meyer (b.1835), 1837 Watercolor on paper 12 1/4 x 7 3/5 inches Literature: Valerie Redler, Jacob Maentel: Portraits of a Proud Past, The Clarion (Fall 1983), p. 40-50 C Property from the Estate of a Private Collector
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Dec. 09, 2020
LOT OF TWO JACOB MAENTEL (AMERICAN 1788-1863) PORTRAITS OF TWO SISTERS
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Portraits of Anna Bremmerman and Susanna Bremmerman, dated 1823, of Hanover, Pennsylvania. Watercolors on paper by itinerant artist Jacob Maentel. Anna was born in 1819, Susanna in 1822. Anna's portrait: glass broken, fading, loss to upper left; original frame. Susanna's portrait: paper losses upper right, toning, fading; original frame. Overall Artist: JACOB MAENTEL (AMERICAN 1788-1863) Condition: Good Created: 1823 Frame: Original frame Medium: watercolor on paper Title: PORTRAITS OF ANNA AND SUSANNA BREMMERMAN Work Size: 9.5" x 7.5" Condition: Dimensions: Each Frame: 12 - 1/4" x 10 - 1/4" x 1".
Morphy Auctions
Oct. 10, 2020
Jacob Maentel pair of watercolor portraits
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
Jacob Maentel (American 1763-1863), pair of watercolor profile portraits of Nickolas and Mary McGowan Gelwicks of York, Pennsylvania, 12" x 9 3/4". Provenance: Frank Boos Gallery; the Collection of Walter Simmons, February 12, 1994, lot 562; New Jersey collector.
Pook & Pook Inc.
Jan. 25, 2020
ATTRIBUTED TO JACOB MAENTEL (1763 - 1863) | Mother and Daughter in an Interior
Est: $40,000 - $60,000
watercolor on paper
Sotheby's
Jan. 23, 2020
Jacob Maentel American, 1765-1863 Birth Certificate of Johannes Henrich Meyer (b.1835), 1837
Est: $20,000 - $40,000
Jacob Maentel American, 1765-1863 Birth Certificate of Johannes Henrich Meyer (b.1835), 1837 Watercolor on paper 12 1/4 x 7 3/5 inches Literature: Valerie Redler, Jacob Maentel: Portraits of a Proud Past, The Clarion (Fall 1983), p. 40-50 C Property from the Estate of a Private Collector
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Nov. 12, 2019
Jacob Maentel (1763-1863), Portrait of Isaac Hottenstein (1796-1875)
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Jacob Maentel (1763-1863) Portrait of Isaac Hottenstein (1796-1875) Inscribed to reverse "M.G.K./Dr. Isaac Hottenstein born 9-4-1796 died 1875/Xmas 1954 from.../this picture is in "Sunbonnet and Shoofly Pies"/Dad G...m gave this photo to Dr. David Hottenstein to copy"; watercolor on paper, matted and framed. 7 3/4 in. x 5 3/4 in. (sight) PROVENANCE: Literature: See John Stoudt, Sunbonnets and Shoofly Pies: A Pennsylvania Dutch Cultural History (1973).
Freeman's | Hindman
Jun. 08, 2019
Watercolor Portrait by Jacob Maentel
Est: $500 - $700
Jacob Maentel (American, 1763-1863), early 19th century. A full-length profile portrait in watercolor of a woman with bonnet holding a flower, unsigned, in tiger maple frame; 10 x 8 in. (sheet), 12.5 x 10.5 in. (frame). Provenance: Property from the Americana Collection of Robert and Barbara Hudson, Lakewood, Colorado Acquired from Stephen-Douglas, Rockingham, Vermont
Cowan's Auctions
Mar. 17, 2019
Jacob Maentel Watercolor Portrait
Est: $500 - $700
Jacob Maentel Watercolor Portrait of a Lady. framed size 12-3/4" x 9-5/8", window 10-3/4" x 7-5/8".
New England Auctions
Feb. 14, 2019
Jacob Maentel (attrib.), Folk Art painting
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Jacob Maentel (1778-1863), Family Portrait, c. 1825, watercolor on paper, framed under glass, 13"h x 11"w (sight), 16"h x 14"w (frame)
Millea Bros Ltd
Jan. 18, 2019
Jacob Maentel (1763-1863)
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
Jacob Maentel (1763-1863) A Pair of Portraits of a Man and a Woman watercolor on paper 12 x 8 in. (each) (2)
Christie's
Nov. 23, 2018
PAIR OF PORTRAITS BY JACOB MAENTEL (AMERICAN, 1763-1863).
Est: $2,500 - $4,500
PAIR OF PORTRAITS BY JACOB MAENTEL (AMERICAN, 1763-1863). Watercolor on paper, unsigned. Full-length images of husband and wife. He has a watch fob, she has a two-tone dress and holds a rose. Framed, 16.75"h. 13.75"w., and 14.25"h. 12.25"w. Sold at Sotheby's, lot 459, July 1982.
Garth's Auctioneers & Appraisers
Nov. 17, 2018
JACOB MAENTEL, Pennsylvania/Maryland/Indiana/Germany, 1763-1863, Pair of portraits:, Watercolors on paper, 10.5" x 8.25" and 10.5" x...
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
JACOB MAENTEL Pennsylvania/Maryland/Indiana/Germany, 1763-1863 Pair of portraits: A man wearing white stock, a black coat and black pants, and a woman wearing a blue bonnet and dress and holding a floral sprig in her right hand. Both figures standing on green grass. Provenance: Christie's Important Americana Auction, January 25, 1997, Lot #167. From the Folk Art & Americana Collection of Carl and Sonia Schmitt. Watercolors on paper, 10.5" x 8.25" and 10.5" x 8". Framed 15.25" x 13.25".
Eldred's
Oct. 20, 2018
Portrait by Jacob Maentel (American, 1763 - 1863).
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
American, early-mid 19th Century. Watercolor and ink on paper scene of a gentleman in blue trousers and frock coat in profile. Unsigned. Image. 10”h. 7.75”h. Framed. 12”h. 9.5”w.
Amelia Jeffers
Oct. 20, 2018
Portrait attributed to Jacob Maentel (American, 1763 - 1863).
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
American, early-mid 19th Century. Watercolor and ink on paper scene of a gentleman in blue trousers and frock coat in profile. Unsigned. Image. 10.75”h. 8.5”w. In a cherry frame. 13”h. 10.75”w.
Amelia Jeffers
Aug. 03, 2018
JACOB MAENTEL, Pennsylvania/Maryland/Indiana/Germany, 1763-1863, Pair of portraits:, Watercolors on paper, 10.5" x 8.25" and 10.5" x...
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
JACOB MAENTEL Pennsylvania/Maryland/Indiana/Germany, 1763-1863 Pair of portraits: A man wearing white stock, a black coat and black pants, and a woman wearing a blue bonnet and dress and holding a floral sprig in her right hand. Both figures standing on green grass. Provenance: Christie's Important Americana Auction, January 25, 1997, Lot #167. From the Folk Art & Americana Collection of Carl and Sonia Schmitt. Watercolors on paper, 10.5" x 8.25" and 10.5" x 8". Framed 15.25" x 13.25".
Eldred's
May. 17, 2018
Jacob Maentel (attrib.), Folk Art painting
Est: $800 - $1,200
Attributed to Jacob Maentel (1778-1863), Family Portrait, c. 1825, watercolor on paper, framed under glass, 13"h x 11"w (sight), 16"h x 14"w (frame)
Millea Bros Ltd
Jan. 20, 2018
JACOB MAENTEL (1763 - 1863) | Set of Six Watercolor Portraits: The Musser Family
Est: $60,000 - $80,000
the portraits of the children contain their birth dates and the dates they were painted by Jacob Maentel, together with the Musser family register, 7 items.
Sotheby's
Jan. 19, 2018
ATTRIBUTED TO JACOB MAENTEL (1778-1863) Man in Profle watercolor and graphi
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
ATTRIBUTED TO JACOB MAENTEL (1778-1863) Man in Profle watercolor and graphite on paper 10 1/2 x 6 3/4 in. (sight)
Christie's
Jan. 18, 2018
JACOB MAENTEL (1763 - 1863) | Mary Koss
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Watercolor on paper
Sotheby's