William Clark Noble Sold at Auction Prices

Sculptor, b. 1858 - d. 1938

Noble was born in Gardiner, Maine, son of a sea captain who died shortly after his birth. Noble was taken care of by his grandparents.

Early in life, the young William showed a natural talent for modeling animals in clay in his grandfather’s home. After reading the life of Danish sculptor, Berthel Thorvaldsen, at the age of eight Noble decided to become a sculptor. After his grandfather died in 1870, William moved to Boston and became an apprentice to an architectural sculptor. He also studied anatomy and art under the painter Franklin Pierce and the American sculptor Richard Greenough.

In 1879 William opened a studio in Newport, RI and there became a successful sculptor. In 1892 he moved to New York City to open his next studio. At that time, New York City was the best place for a sculptor to receive commissions. During his time in New York, Noble he received many monumental commissions. His most famous monumental sculptures include the Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument in Newport, the Phillips Brooks Monument in New York, and the portrait bust of General Potter owned by the Chamber of Commerce of New York. For the Louisiana Purchase Exposition of St. Louis in 1904 he produced monumental sculptures representing Napoleon Bonaparte, Thomas Jefferson and Anthony Wayne.

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  • ANTIQUE BRONZE DOG FIGURE BY WILLIAM CLARK NOBLE
    Nov. 05, 2022

    ANTIQUE BRONZE DOG FIGURE BY WILLIAM CLARK NOBLE

    Est: $100 - $150

    An antique patinated bronze figure of a dog by W.C. Noble. Signed by the artist and dated 1905 on the base. Titled Bloodhound on the Scent. Embossed hallmarks A23, 25383 are on the bottom. William Clark Noble, 1858 to 1938, was an American sculptor. Provenance: Sothebys Auction, October 11 and 12, 2005, property from the Estate of Laurance S. Rockefeller. The original auction label is attached. Collectible Fine Art And Decor.

    Antique Arena Inc
  • William Clark Noble (American, 1858-1938)
    Sep. 14, 2022

    William Clark Noble (American, 1858-1938)

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    William Clark Noble (American, 1858-1938) Washington on Horseback bronze incised W Clark Noble on the naturalistic base Height 20 1/4 inches. Property from the Collection of the Legendary Dealer Norm Flayderman

    Hindman
  • W. CLARK NOBLE (Maine, 1858-1938), "Sailing on the Kennebec"., Oil on artist board, 9" x 12". Framed 10" x 13".
    Feb. 11, 2021

    W. CLARK NOBLE (Maine, 1858-1938), "Sailing on the Kennebec"., Oil on artist board, 9" x 12". Framed 10" x 13".

    Est: $150 - $200

    W. CLARK NOBLE Maine, 1858-1938 "Sailing on the Kennebec". Unsigned. Titled verso. Artist biography affixed to reverse. Oil on artist board, 9" x 12". Framed 10" x 13".

    Eldred's
  • NOBLE. Signed Bronze Bust of Captain John Logan.
    Feb. 04, 2018

    NOBLE. Signed Bronze Bust of Captain John Logan.

    Est: $300 - $500

    "One of Newports Old Time Salts". Great quality, nice original patina and signed and dated Noble 1890. Probably William Clark Noble (1858 - 1938, Maine). From a Staten Island estate.

    Clarke Auction Gallery
  • Whaling Grounds by W. Clark Noble
    Nov. 25, 2017

    Whaling Grounds by W. Clark Noble

    Est: $2,500 - $4,500

    A large 1921 oil on canvas of whaling grounds by W. Clark Noble. An interesting perspective being close to shore with waves crashing over rocks and the whaling fleet in the distance in old wood and gesso frame. 61” long x 37” tall.

    Boston Harbor Auctions
  • WILLIAM CLARK NOBLE, American, 1858-1938, "South Sea Whale Fishery off the Hawaii Islands"., Oil on canvas, 31" x 55". Framed 61" x...
    Jul. 20, 2017

    WILLIAM CLARK NOBLE, American, 1858-1938, "South Sea Whale Fishery off the Hawaii Islands"., Oil on canvas, 31" x 55". Framed 61" x...

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    WILLIAM CLARK NOBLE American, 1858-1938 "South Sea Whale Fishery off the Hawaii Islands". Signed and dated lower right "W. Clark Noble 1921". Oil on canvas, 31" x 55". Framed 61" x 37".

    Eldred's
  • W. Clark Noble Framed Giclee "Deer At Drink"
    Apr. 30, 2017

    W. Clark Noble Framed Giclee "Deer At Drink"

    Est: -

    Painting is not original Measures approx. 19" x 23" Frame is slightly damaged. Painting has minor scratches

    J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC
  • American Wiliam Clark Noble Bronze Dog Sculpture
    Apr. 30, 2016

    American Wiliam Clark Noble Bronze Dog Sculpture

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    William Clark Noble (American, 1858-1938). "Locked on Point"-1905, patinated bronze sculpture, signed and dated, "NOBLE 1905". Animal sculpture depicting a naturalistically rendered hunting or sporting dog with muscular body, pointed paw and alert straight tail on an integral rectangular base. Underside stamped with "G24". Overall approximate height 5.125", width 8.5", depth 2.5".

    Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
  • 2 Bronze relief works of Iwo Jima
    May. 02, 2015

    2 Bronze relief works of Iwo Jima

    Est: $700 - $1,000

    2 Bronze relief works of Iwo Jima- 1.) William C. Noble (American 20th c.)- medallion, 1945, signed and dated; 2.) Felix De Weldon- plaque. 8'' dia.; 16 x 14 1/2'' (18 x 16 1/2'' with wood panel)

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • 4 Metal relief plaques and medallion
    May. 02, 2015

    4 Metal relief plaques and medallion

    Est: $200 - $400

    4 Metal relief plaques and medallion- 1.) C. L. Hogeboom- ''Dr. Willard Parker''- bronze relief plaque, 1884, signed and dated; 2.) W. C. Noble (American 1858-1938)- ''Horace Greeley''- copper relief plaque, 1884, signed and dated; 3.) Ringel- ''Francisque Sarcey''- bronze relief medallion, 1875; 4.) Dennis Sheahan- ''Robert Emmett''- copper relief plaque, 1884, signed and dated. 22 1/8 x 18 1/2''; 14 x 12''; 7''dia.; 9 3/8 x 9 1/2''

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • William Clark Noble (American, 1858-1938). "Bloodhound on the Scent," bronze
    Dec. 10, 2011

    William Clark Noble (American, 1858-1938). "Bloodhound on the Scent," bronze

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    William Clark Noble (American, 1858-1938). "Bloodhound on the Scent," bronze brown patina, modeled as large hound on natural rocky base, signed in cast "NOBLE, 1905," 8 1/4 in. L., 5 1/2 in. H.

    Alex Cooper
  • 598: William Clark Noble Bronze
    Feb. 13, 2011

    598: William Clark Noble Bronze

    Est: $6,000 - $9,000

    Important Bronze Sculpture By William Clark Noble (1858-1938). Cast By Roman Bronze Works Entitled "Decay". Medium Bronze Patina Bronze Of A Ram Being Eaten by Vultures On Granite Base. Measures 6" Wide x 6 1/4" High. Shipping And Required Insurance Within The Continental U.S. $150.00 For International Shipping Quotes Please Email Us At Liveauctions@BruceKodner.com Or Call 561-585-9999

    Bruce Kodner Galleries
  • THE JOSEPH JEFFERSON CUP: A MASSIVE AMERICAN SILVER PRESENTATION CUP, MODELED BY W. CLARK NOBLE, CAST BY GORHAM MFG. CO., PROVIDENCE, RI, 1895-96
    Jan. 21, 2011

    THE JOSEPH JEFFERSON CUP: A MASSIVE AMERICAN SILVER PRESENTATION CUP, MODELED BY W. CLARK NOBLE, CAST BY GORHAM MFG. CO., PROVIDENCE, RI, 1895-96

    Est: $100,000 - $200,000

    THE JOSEPH JEFFERSON CUP: A MASSIVE AMERICAN SILVER PRESENTATION CUP, MODELED BY W. CLARK NOBLE, CAST BY GORHAM MFG. CO., PROVIDENCE, RI, 1895-96 the slightly bombé cup applied in low and high relief with trees, branches, stumps and ferns framing two chased scenes and the presentation inscription, below a frieze of winged figures holding dramatic masks on ribbon swags; all surrounded by three fully modeled costumed figures the base rim engraved W. CLARK NOBLE SCULPTOR and GORHAM CO SILVERSMITHS, with Gorham marks and special order number 5715 height 22 1/4 in. 56.5cm 973oz 10dwt 30,276g

    Sotheby's
  • Patinated Copper-clad Bust of George Washington Carver, after William Clark Noble, 1910, ht. 14 1/4, wd. 10 1/4 in.
    Nov. 11, 2010

    Patinated Copper-clad Bust of George Washington Carver, after William Clark Noble, 1910, ht. 14 1/4, wd. 10 1/4 in.

    Est: $300 - $500

    Patinated Copper-clad Bust of George Washington Carver, after William Clark Noble, 1910, ht. 14 1/4, wd. 10 1/4 in.

    Skinner
  • Brass door knocker with beagle head and hunting
    Mar. 29, 2008

    Brass door knocker with beagle head and hunting

    Est: $300 - $400

    Brass door knocker with beagle head and hunting whip signed "© W. Clark Noble Sc". 6"h.x8"w.x2.75"d.

    Wiederseim Associates, Inc.
  • William Clark Noble American, 1858-1938 Bloodhound on the Scent
    Feb. 13, 2007

    William Clark Noble American, 1858-1938 Bloodhound on the Scent

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    William Clark Noble American, 1858-1938 Bloodhound on the Scent Signed Noble and dated 1905, stamped GORHAM CO. GC Q... Bronze with dark brown patina Height 5 1/2 inches (14 cm), length 8 1/4 inches (21 cm)

    Doyle New York
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