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  • ELLIS PRENTICE COLE (AMERICAN, B. 1862)
    Oct. 16, 2021

    ELLIS PRENTICE COLE (AMERICAN, B. 1862)

    Est: $100 - $300

    ELLIS PRENTICE COLE (AMERICAN, B. 1862) Firefight Oil on board, signed lower left. Dynamic, dark scene with well-rendered tonal depth, several firefighter figures throughout the billowing smoke. Behind glass, gilt and ebonized frame. Sight: 9.25" height, 7.5" width; frame: 12.5" height, 10.75" width

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole Oil Painting
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole Oil Painting

    Est: $150 - $250

    Oil painting on canvas depicting a portrait of a man. Unframed and loose. Measures 16" by 12". Unsigned. Has two pin holes in the corners, some small abrasion on the jacket.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) Portfolio of Photograph
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) Portfolio of Photograph

    Est: $600 - $800

    Portfolio of Photographs Unsigned Depicting Native American Artifacts, Landscapes, and Portraits, Included is One Drawing, Photographs Measure between 4" x 5" up to 7 1/2" x 9 1/2", Condition on most pieces is good. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) Binder of Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) Binder of Photographs

    Est: $600 - $800

    Binder Containing Unsigned Photographs, Including Portraits of Native Americans, Indian Artifacts, and Landmarks, Each Photo 3 3/4" x 4 3/4", Condition on All is Good. Binder is Deteriorating. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) Unframed Oil Painting
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) Unframed Oil Painting

    Est: $300 - $500

    Scene From Chicago 1893 World's Fair / Columbian Exposition, Unframed Oil Painting on Paper, 9" x 11 1/2", Unsigned, Missing 1/2" of Board on Outside Edge from Top to Bottom. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 41 Unframed Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 41 Unframed Photographs

    Est: $200 - $300

    41 Unframed Photographs Depicting Western Landscapes, Unsigned, Largest 6 1/2" x 4 1/2", 10 Photos with Pin Holes, 4 Photos with Tears to Edges. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 31 Unframed Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 31 Unframed Photographs

    Est: $200 - $300

    31 Unframed Photographs Depicting Landscapes, Unsigned, Largest 7" x 4 1/2", 7 Photos Have Small Tears and Losses at Corners. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 3 Pieces
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 3 Pieces

    Est: $200 - $300

    3 Pieces Depicting a Portrait of a Man, Included is a Pencil Drawing 10" x 6 1/2", an Ink Drawing Signed Lower Right 13 1/2" x 10 1/2", and an Oil on Canvas 22" x 16", Pencil Drawing is in Good Condition, Ink Drawing is Missing Pieces in Upper Corners, Oil Painting has Middle Crease Line. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 7 Unframed Drawings
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 7 Unframed Drawings

    Est: $200 - $300

    7 Unframed Charcoal Drawings on Paper Depicting Portraits of People, 23 "x 17"Each, A Few Pieces are Signed, Fair Condition, Some Good Condition, Most Brittle with Slight Tears. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 7 Unframed Drawings
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 7 Unframed Drawings

    Est: $200 - $300

    Includes 7 Unframed Charcoal Drawings Depicting Portraits of People, 23" x 17" Each, Some are Signed, Condition is Poor. Heavy losses and tears to most pieces. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 22 Unframed Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 22 Unframed Photographs

    Est: $150 - $250

    22 Unframed Photographs Depicting Portraits and Landscapes, Largest 6 1/2" x 4 1/2", Unsigned, 1 Photo Titled "With the Lilies May/June 1922", 3 Photos with Losses. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 21 Unframed Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 21 Unframed Photographs

    Est: $150 - $250

    21 Unframed Photographs, Unsigned, Largest 6 1/2" x 4 1/2", 4 Photos with Small Losses at Corners. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 33 Unframed Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 33 Unframed Photographs

    Est: $150 - $250

    33 Unframed Photographs Unsigned Depicting Western Landscapes, Largest 5" x 4", 7 Photos Have Tears and Losses to Corners. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 12 Unframed Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 12 Unframed Photographs

    Est: $150 - $250

    12 Unframed Unsigned Photographs, 5 Depicting Native Americans, 7 Various Subject Matter, Largest 5" x 4", Good Condition. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 17 Unframed Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 17 Unframed Photographs

    Est: $150 - $250

    17 Unframed Photographs of Landscapes, Unsigned, Largest 6" x 4", 4 Photos With Small Tears in Corners. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 23 Unframed Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 23 Unframed Photographs

    Est: $150 - $250

    23 Unframed Photographs Unsigned Depicting Native Americans and Landscapes, Largest 6" x 4", 2 Photos Have Hand Inscription by Cole on Back, 1 Photo Cut in Half, 2 Others Have Small Losses at Corners. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 24 Unframed Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 24 Unframed Photographs

    Est: $150 - $250

    24 Unframed Photographs Unsigned Depicting Landscapes, Largest 6" x 4 1/2", Good Condition. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 20 Unframed Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 20 Unframed Photographs

    Est: $150 - $250

    20 Unframed Photographs Unsigned of Landscapes, Largest 7" x 5", Good Condition. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 15 Unframed Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 15 Unframed Photographs

    Est: $150 - $250

    15 Unframed Photographs Unsigned Depicting Landscapes and Native American Settlements, Largest 6" x 4", 1 Photo Has Small Chip Missing in Lower Left Corner, Good Condition on All Others. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 16 Unframed Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 16 Unframed Photographs

    Est: $150 - $250

    16 Unframed Photographs Depicting Landscapes Unsigned, 1 is Hand Titled "Grinnell Glacier", Largest 7" x 5", 2 Photos Have Small Chips on Corners, 1 Photo Has Been Folded. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 13 Unframed Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 13 Unframed Photographs

    Est: $100 - $150

    13 Unframed Photographs Depicting Landscapes, Largest 5" x 4", All Unsigned, Condition is Good. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 16 Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 16 Photographs

    Est: $150 - $250

    16 Photographs of Landscapes, 7" x 5" Approximately, 1 Hand Signed by Cole on Back, Good Condition. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) Photograph
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) Photograph

    Est: $150 - $250

    Hand Tinted Photograph of One of Cole's Paintings, 11" x 9 1/2", 2 Signatures: One on Paper with Title, Second on Photograph Itself, Good Condition. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 11 Unframed Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 11 Unframed Photographs

    Est: $150 - $250

    11 Unframed Photographs on Paper, Each Depicting Images of Cole's Oil Paintings, 1 Has His Image Holding One of His Paintings, Largest 10" x 8" and Smallest 3 1/2" x 2 1/2". All Unsigned, Good Condition on All. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 3 Unframed Landscapes
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 3 Unframed Landscapes

    Est: $150 - $250

    3 Unframed Landscapes, Including 2 Oil Paintings on Paper and a Watercolor on Paper, Approximately 9" x 12", None Signed, Watercolor is in Good Condition, Oil Paintings Have Losses. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 2 Unframed Pieces
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 2 Unframed Pieces

    Est: $150 - $250

    2 Unframed Pieces, Including an Oil on Canvas and an Ink Drawing on Paper, 22" x 17" and 15" x 11" Respectively, Ink Drawing Signed Lower Right, Oil Painting Unsigned, Fold Line in Middle of Oil Painting, Ink Drawing has Small Paper Loss in Upper Left Corner. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 16 Unframed Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 16 Unframed Photographs

    Est: $100 - $200

    16 Unframed Unsigned Photographs Depicting Landscapes, 1 Depicting Chicago 1934 World's Fair, Largest 8" x 5", Overall Good Condition, 1 Photo Has Bent Corner. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 13 Unframed Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 13 Unframed Photographs

    Est: $100 - $150

    13 Unframed Photographs of Landscapes, Unsigned, Largest 7" x 5", 4 Photos With Small Losses to Corners. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 6 Unframed Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 6 Unframed Photographs

    Est: $100 - $150

    6 Unframed Photographs of Landscapes, Unsigned, Largest 6 1/2" x 4 1/2", Good Condition. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 16 Unframed Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 16 Unframed Photographs

    Est: $100 - $200

    16 Unframed Photographs Depicting Animals and Landscapes, Unsigned, Largest 8" x 5", Good Condition. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • 7 Unframed Unsigned Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    7 Unframed Unsigned Photographs

    Est: $100 - $200

    7 Unframed, Unsigned Photographs Including 5 Works by Ellis Prentice Cole (1862), 1 Photo by J.E. Hanes of St. Paul, MN, 1 Photo by Utah Photo Materials Company, Largest 9 1/2" x 7 1/2", 3 Photos With Losses and Tears, 1 With Bend in Lower Right Corner.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 15 Unframed Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 15 Unframed Photographs

    Est: $100 - $200

    15 Unframed Photographs Unsigned of Wildflowers and Landscapes, Largest 7" x 5", 2 Photos Have Small Tears. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 8 Unframed Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 8 Unframed Photographs

    Est: $100 - $150

    8 Unframed Photographs Unsigned Depicting Landscapes and Interiors, Largest 10" x 8", 1893 World's Fair Photo Has 3 Tears in Upper Right Corner, Another Photo has Small Loss Lower Edge. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

    Donley Auction Services
  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 8 Unframed Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 8 Unframed Photographs

    Est: $100 - $150

    8 Unframed Photographs of People and Landscapes, Unsigned, Largest 10" x 8", Native American Photo Has Slight Bend in Upper Right Corner. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

    Donley Auction Services
  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 7 Unframed Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 7 Unframed Photographs

    Est: $100 - $200

    7 Unframed Photographs of Landscapes, Unsigned, 8" x 10", Haystack Photo Has Tears, Mountain Landscape Photo Has Tears. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

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  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 7 Photos and Scrapbook
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 7 Photos and Scrapbook

    Est: $100 - $150

    7 Photographs Including Landscape and Figures and a Scrapbook, 8" x 10", Tears to Upper Corners and Losses, 2 Photographs with Small Bends to Corners, Scrapbook in Fair Condition. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

    Donley Auction Services
  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 3 Cartoon Drawings
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 3 Cartoon Drawings

    Est: $100 - $200

    3 Cartoon Drawings, 2 Ink and 1 Pencil on Paper, 6 1/2" x 9 1/2", 2 Signed by Artist, Good Condition on All. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

    Donley Auction Services
  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 3 Ink Drawings
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 3 Ink Drawings

    Est: $100 - $150

    3 Ink Drawings on Paper Depicting Cartoons, 9" x 7", All Signed with Initials, 1 Drawing Good Condition, 1 Has 2 1 1/2" Tears on Bottom, 1 Has Pin Holes in Corners and Handling Wear. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

    Donley Auction Services
  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) Mounted Photograph
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) Mounted Photograph

    Est: $100 - $200

    Photograph Mounted Cardboard Matt Depicting Cabin and Landscape, 11 1/2" x 13 1/2", Unsigned, Remains of Old Studio Label on Back, Good Condition of Photograph, Mount Has Chips on Edges. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

    Donley Auction Services
  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 3 Unframed Photographs
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 3 Unframed Photographs

    Est: $100 - $200

    3 Unframed Photographs Depicting Landscapes, Largest 10" x 8", Unsigned, Photographs in Good Condition, Cardboard Matts on 2 Are Poor with Chips and Losses on Edges. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

    Donley Auction Services
  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 4 Drawings on Paper
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 4 Drawings on Paper

    Est: $100 - $200

    4 Drawings on Paper, Including 3 Pencil and 1 Ink, Pencil Drawings are Portraits of Gentlemen, Ink Drawings is a Figural Scene in Berlin, 9 1/2" x 10 3/4", 2 Pieces are Signed (Ink and 1 Pencil Drawing), 1 Pencil Drawing is in Good Condition, Other 3 Pieces have Small Tears and Handling Wear. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

    Donley Auction Services
  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) Unframed Oil Painting
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) Unframed Oil Painting

    Est: $100 - $200

    Fisherman on the Lake Unframed Oil Painting on Paper, 9" x 12" Approximately, Unsigned, 2" Tear in Upper Left Center. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

    Donley Auction Services
  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 4 Pencil Drawings
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 4 Pencil Drawings

    Est: $100 - $150

    4 Pencil Drawings on Paper Depicting Portraits of Gentlemen, Each Measure 12" x 9 1/2" Approximately, One Piece Signed, Condition is: 3 Pieces with Losses and 1 in Good Condition. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

    Donley Auction Services
  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 2 Unframed Works
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 2 Unframed Works

    Est: $100 - $200

    2 Unframed Works, Including Oil Painting on Canvas and a Watercolor on Board, Each Piece Depicting a Landscape, 14" x 22" Oil Painting, 10" x 8" Watercolor, Both Pieces Unsigned, Oil Painting Has a Crease Line with Paint Missing, Small Tears on Edges. Watercolor has Several Chips on Edges of Mat. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

    Donley Auction Services
  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 4 Drawings
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) 4 Drawings

    Est: $80 - $120

    4 Drawings Including 3 Inks on Paper and a Pencil Drawing on Paper, Each Measures 9 3/4" x 7 3/4", none are signed, one has a mention of Cole on it, Condition is good. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

    Donley Auction Services
  • Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) Farm Landscape
    Jan. 20, 2018

    Ellis Prentice Cole (1862) Farm Landscape

    Est: $50 - $100

    Farm Landscape, Framed Oil Painting on Paper, Approximately 9" x 12", Unsigned, Losses in 3 Corners. Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) Cole was a Chicago painter, photographer, and lecturer. He exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago as early as 1902. Cole executed photographs of the Worldís Colombian Exposition of Chicago as well as portraits, but his primary subjects were Native Americans, particularly the Crow, and the National Parks of the West. His works are in the collections of Little Big Horn College (Crow Agency, Montana), The Crow Indian Historical and Cultural Collection; Crater Lake Institute (Oregon); and the National Parks Portfolio (United States Department of the Interior). Cole's approach was fairly literal, but he had a keen sense of composition, and the subject content alone is captivating.

    Donley Auction Services
  • Ellis Prentice Cole, (American, 1862-1952), a group of 26 works, vintage silver prints, largest 10" x 8"
    Aug. 19, 2015

    Ellis Prentice Cole, (American, 1862-1952), a group of 26 works, vintage silver prints, largest 10" x 8"

    Est: $200 - $300

    Ellis Prentice Cole (American, 1862-1952) a group of 26 works vintage silver prints largest 10" x 8" Provenance: Property from the Estate of Robert E. Beck, Murphysboro, Illinois

    Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
  • FIREFIGHT BY ELLIS COLE (AMERICAN, b.1862).
    Jul. 31, 2015

    FIREFIGHT BY ELLIS COLE (AMERICAN, b.1862).

    Est: $200 - $300

    FIREFIGHT BY ELLIS COLE (AMERICAN, b.1862). Oil on board, signed lower left. Firefighters extinguishing flames at night. 9.5"h. 7.5"w. Framed, 12.5"h. 10.5"w

    Selkirk Auctioneers & Appraisers
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