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Porträtmaler, b. 1765 - d. 1830

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  • FOLK ART PORTRAIT OF JOHN DASHIELL ATTRIBUTED TO JOSHUA JOHNSON (MARYLAND, 1765-1826).
    Jul. 31, 2026

    FOLK ART PORTRAIT OF JOHN DASHIELL ATTRIBUTED TO JOSHUA JOHNSON (MARYLAND, 1765-1826).

    Est: $600 - $1,200

    FOLK ART PORTRAIT OF JOHN DASHIELL ATTRIBUTED TO JOSHUA JOHNSON (MARYLAND, 1765-1826). American, 19th Century. Oil on canvas. Seated gentleman wearing a dark coat with gold buttons, a tall white collar with a jeweled stick pin, a slight smirk, and brown coiffed hair. The sitter is identified as John Dashiell, a prominent early 19th-century lawyer from Somerset County, Maryland, south of the home of itinerant limner slave Joshua Johnson. Relined and varnished. 21.25"h. 17.25"w. In a bird's eye maple frame, 26"h. 22"w.

    Amelia Auctions & Appraisals
  • Joshua Johnson (circa 1763-1824) Mrs. Thomas Donovan and Elinor Donovan Painted circa 1799.
    Jun. 30, 2026

    Joshua Johnson (circa 1763-1824) Mrs. Thomas Donovan and Elinor Donovan Painted circa 1799.

    Est: $80,000 - $120,000

    Joshua Johnson (circa 1763-1824) Mrs. Thomas Donovan and Elinor Donovan unsigned oil on canvas 30 1/4 x 25 in. Painted circa 1799.

    Bonhams
  • JOSHUA JOHNSON (AFTER) (American, 19th century). Portrait of John Carroll, founder of Georgetown University and first bishop of the United States, oil on canvas., 30 x 25 inches; frame: 35.5 x 30.5 inches
    Jun. 04, 2026

    JOSHUA JOHNSON (AFTER) (American, 19th century). Portrait of John Carroll, founder of Georgetown University and first bishop of the United States, oil on canvas., 30 x 25 inches; frame: 35.5 x 30.5 inches

    Est: $250 - $350

    JOSHUA JOHNSON (AFTER) American, 19th century oil on canvas. 20th century painting after the work by Joshua Johns[t]on (c. 1763 – c. 1824), an American painter from the vicinity of Baltimore, Maryland of African and European ancestry. John Carroll (1735–1815) was a Jesuit priest who founded Georgetown University and was appointed as the first bishop of the United States in 1789. Unsigned. Framed.

    Sloans & Kenyon
  • Joshua Johnson (American, circa 1763-circa 1824) A Pair of Portraits: Major John Nelson Black and Agnes 'Nancy' Meek Hasson Black of Charlestown, Maryland, circa 1815-1816
    Aug. 19, 2025

    Joshua Johnson (American, circa 1763-circa 1824) A Pair of Portraits: Major John Nelson Black and Agnes 'Nancy' Meek Hasson Black of Charlestown, Maryland, circa 1815-1816

    Est: $300,000 - $500,000

    Joshua Johnson (American, circa 1763-circa 1824) A Pair of Portraits: Major John Nelson Black and Agnes 'Nancy' Meek Hasson Black of Charlestown, Maryland, circa 1815-1816 unsigned oil on canvas, unframed each 36 1/4 x 29 1/8 in.

    Bonhams
  • Johnson, Joshua
    May. 04, 2024

    Johnson, Joshua

    Est: €1,200 - €1,800

    (Um 1763 Baltimore um 1824) zugeschrieben. Auf der Kegelbahn. Öl auf Lwd. 72 x 89,5 cm, inkl. Rahmen ca. 84 x 102 cm. Unt. re. sign. u. dat. "J Johnson pinx 1793". - Am Rand Beschäd. durch Rahmen. Provenienz: Kunstauktionshaus Schloss Ahlden, 11. Mai 2019, Große Kunstauktion 174, Los 1304. Johnson wurde als Sohn ein es weißen Mannes und einer schwarzen Sklavin geboren. Er ist bekannt für seine naiven Gemälde prominenter Bürger von Maryland. D

    Kiefer Buch- und Kunstauktionen
  • Rare Joshua Johnson Portrait Oil Painting YAWNING CHILD
    Feb. 03, 2024

    Rare Joshua Johnson Portrait Oil Painting YAWNING CHILD

    Est: $10,000 - $50,000

    Rare Late 18th / Early 19th Century Portrait Oil Painting by Joshua Johnson (born circa 1763, active 1796–1824). Oil on wood panel. Depicts a sleepy (yawning) child dressed in a period 18th c. cap and gown sleepwear standing inside a house at night holding a lit candle. Housed in a period gold gilt carved wood frame. Approx. Size: 18" H x 12.5" W. Joshua Johnson was an American portrait painter believed to be one of the first African American artists to gain recognition. Born around 1763, Johnson is believed to have been born into slavery in Maryland. Provenance and condition reports available upon request.

    Worthington Galleries
  • JOSHUA JOHNSON (C.1763-AFTER 1824) PORTRAIT OF A GENTLEMAN
    Jan. 21, 2022

    JOSHUA JOHNSON (C.1763-AFTER 1824) PORTRAIT OF A GENTLEMAN

    Est: $40,000 - $60,000

    JOSHUA JOHNSON (C.1763-AFTER 1824) PORTRAIT OF A GENTLEMAN oil on canvas 23 x 28 in.

    Christie's
  • att. Joshua Johnson (MD, circa 1765 - after 1826), A Pair of Portraits
    Sep. 18, 2021

    att. Joshua Johnson (MD, circa 1765 - after 1826), A Pair of Portraits

    Est: $2,000 - $4,000

    att. Joshua Johnson (MD, circa 1765 - after 1826), A Pair of Portraits oil on canvas (lined), unsigned, presented in period appropriate hardwood frames. Both sitters depicted half length and at a three quarter view as is typical for Johnson's portraits. The woman wears a finely detailed cameo brooch on her lace collar and the man with high starched collar. Stretcher size 26 x 22 in.; Frame size 31.25 x 27.5 in. Joshua Johnson is credited as the earliest documented professional African-American painter. He advertised himself as a "self-taught genius" in the Baltimore Intelligencer on December 19, 1798. While there is some question regarding his cultural identity, he was a successful portrait painter and made a living for his family by painting other affluent members of Baltimore society. Private Southern Collection Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com

    Leland Little Auctions
  • POSSIBLY JOSHUA JOHNSON (C.1763-AFTER 1824) Mother and Child Wearing Green
    Jan. 21, 2021

    POSSIBLY JOSHUA JOHNSON (C.1763-AFTER 1824) Mother and Child Wearing Green

    Est: $40,000 - $60,000

    POSSIBLY JOSHUA JOHNSON (C.1763-AFTER 1824) Mother and Child Wearing Green Gloves stretchers with several labels of Kennedy Galleries, Inc., one reading, JOHNSTON, JOSHUA/ Woman and Baby Wearing Green Gloves and a printed and typed label of Robert M. Hicklin, Jr. with title Mrs. Jacob and Sarah Rutter oil on canvas 27O x 22æ

    Christie's
  • JOSHUA JOHNSON (C.1763-AFTER 1824) Thomas Donovan (1766-after 1856) oil o
    Jan. 21, 2021

    JOSHUA JOHNSON (C.1763-AFTER 1824) Thomas Donovan (1766-after 1856) oil o

    Est: $50,000 - $80,000

    JOSHUA JOHNSON (C.1763-AFTER 1824) Thomas Donovan (1766-after 1856) oil on canvas 30ƒ x 24æ in. painted 1799-1800

    Christie's
  • JOSHUA JOHNSON (C.1763-AFTER 1824) Portrait of a Woman oil on canvas 24º
    Jan. 21, 2021

    JOSHUA JOHNSON (C.1763-AFTER 1824) Portrait of a Woman oil on canvas 24º

    Est: $80,000 - $120,000

    JOSHUA JOHNSON (C.1763-AFTER 1824) Portrait of a Woman oil on canvas 24º x 22.5 in.

    Christie's
  • Joshua Johnson - Portrait Of James Beatty
    Jul. 26, 2020

    Joshua Johnson - Portrait Of James Beatty

    Est: $16,000 - $18,000

    Portrait of James Beatty, circa 1802 by Joshua Johnson (1765-1830), oil on canvas, 12 x 10 inches. James Beatty (1770-1851), a prominent Baltimore merchant, commissioned five portraits of himself and family members from the itinerant African American artist Joshua Johnson circa 1802-1805. One is in the Art Institute of Chicago and another is in the Baltimore Museum of Art.

    Westchester Fine Art
  • Joshua Johnson - Portrait of James Beatty
    Apr. 05, 2020

    Joshua Johnson - Portrait of James Beatty

    Est: $18,000 - $24,000

    Portrait of James Beatty, circa 1802 by Joshua Johnson (1765-1830), oil on canvas, 12 x 10 inches. James Beatty (1770-1851), a prominent Baltimore merchant, commissioned five portraits of himself and family members from the itinerant African American artist Joshua Johnson circa 1802-1805. One is in the Art Institute of Chicago and another is in the Baltimore Museum of Art.

    Westchester Fine Art
  • Joshua Johnson (c.1763-after 1824) A Pair of Portraits: Boy with Squirrel and Girl with Dog oil on canvas 30 x 24 in. (2)
    Jan. 24, 2020

    Joshua Johnson (c.1763-after 1824) A Pair of Portraits: Boy with Squirrel and Girl with Dog oil on canvas 30 x 24 in. (2)

    Est: $100,000 - $150,000

    Joshua Johnson (c.1763-after 1824) A Pair of Portraits: Boy with Squirrel and Girl with Dog oil on canvas 30 x 24 in. (2)

    Christie's
  • att. Joshua Johnson (MD, circa 1765 - after 1826), A Pair of Portraits
    Sep. 21, 2019

    att. Joshua Johnson (MD, circa 1765 - after 1826), A Pair of Portraits

    Est: $3,000 - $6,000

    att. Joshua Johnson (MD, circa 1765 - after 1826), A Pair of Portraits oil on canvas (lined), unsigned, presented in period appropriate hardwood frames. Both sitters depicted half length and at a three quarter view as is typical for Johnson's portraits. The woman wears a finely detailed cameo brooch on her lace collar and the man with high starched collar. SS 25.25 x 21.75 in.; DOA 31.25 x 27.5 in. Joshua Johnson is credited as the earliest documented professional African-American painter. He advertised himself as a "self-taught genius" in the Baltimore Intelligencer on December 19, 1798. While there is some question regarding his cultural identity, he was a successful portrait painter and made a living for his family by painting other affluent members of Baltimore society. Southern Private Collection Additional high-resolution photos are available at LelandLittle.com

    Leland Little Auctions
  • JOSHUA JOHNSON (1765 - 1865) | Dr. Andrew Aitkin (1757-1809), Mrs. Andrew Aitkin (Elizabeth Aiken, 1761-1811) and her daughter, Eliza Aitkin (1798-1885)
    Jan. 20, 2019

    JOSHUA JOHNSON (1765 - 1865) | Dr. Andrew Aitkin (1757-1809), Mrs. Andrew Aitkin (Elizabeth Aiken, 1761-1811) and her daughter, Eliza Aitkin (1798-1885)

    Est: $60,000 - $80,000

    together with an embroidered needlework sampler by the hand of the daughter Eliza, inscribed Eliza Aitken is my name and with my needle I work the same And By This Work you may plainly see The Care my parents took of me / Baltimore November the 19 1804 Aged 6 years.

    Sotheby's
  • American Folk Art Portrait of a Young Ball Player
    Feb. 05, 2017

    American Folk Art Portrait of a Young Ball Player

    Est: $8,000 - $12,000

    American folk art portrait in the manner of Joshua Johnson, depicting a boy in a red playsuit with a stick and ball, circa 1810, oil on canvas, size 27 3/4 x 24 inches.

    Westchester Fine Art
  • Attributed to Joshua Johnson (1765-1830)
    Sep. 20, 2016

    Attributed to Joshua Johnson (1765-1830)

    Est: $15,000 - $30,000

    Attributed to Joshua Johnson (1765-1830) A Pair of Portrait Miniatures of a Lady and a Gentleman oil on laid down canvas Each 4 ½ x 3 ¾ in. (2)

    Christie's
  • J Johnston Folk Portrait SFB Morse Artist w/ Palette
    Sep. 18, 2016

    J Johnston Folk Portrait SFB Morse Artist w/ Palette

    Est: $4,000 - $5,000

    Art,Painting,Oil On Canvas,J Johnston Folk Portrait SFB Morse Artist w/ Palette,A fine and early American portrait painting of an artist with palette in hand. The work is signed on the palette "Painted by Johnston". This most likely can be attributed to Joshua Johnston, the well listed American portrait and genre painter. The sitter is most likely to be Samuel Finley Breese Morse, noted artist and inventor. The man is wearing a piece of gold and pearl jewelry with the initials SBM in the center. ,,36 3/4H_30W

    East Coast Fine Arts
  • After Joshua Johnson, American c.1765-1830- ''A Po
    Apr. 25, 2015

    After Joshua Johnson, American c.1765-1830- ''A Po

    Est: £150 - £200

    After Joshua Johnson, American c.1765-1830- ''A Portrait of Emma Van Name''; oil on panel, 30.4x25.2cm

    Roseberys
  • * Joshua Johnson, (American, 1765-1830), Mr. and Mrs. Hilmer Schumacher (a pair of works), c. 1808-1810
    Dec. 10, 2014

    * Joshua Johnson, (American, 1765-1830), Mr. and Mrs. Hilmer Schumacher (a pair of works), c. 1808-1810

    Est: $25,000 - $35,000

    Joshua Johnson (American, 1765-1830) Mr. and Mrs. Hilmer Schumacher (a pair of works), c. 1808-1810 oil on canvas Each: 22 x 18 inches.

    Hindman
  • Joshua Johnson (1765-1830)
    Jan. 24, 2014

    Joshua Johnson (1765-1830)

    Est: $10,000 - $20,000

    Joshua Johnson (1765-1830) A Baltimore Shipowner and His Wife; a Pair of Portraits oil on canvas 19¾ x 15½ in. (2)

    Christie's
  • Attributed to Joshua Johnson, American, 1765-1830, Portrait of a Boy With Two Dogs, oil on canvas, 36 x 29 1/4 in., framed
    Oct. 25, 2009

    Attributed to Joshua Johnson, American, 1765-1830, Portrait of a Boy With Two Dogs, oil on canvas, 36 x 29 1/4 in., framed

    Est: $10,000 - $15,000

    Attributed to Joshua Johnson American, 1765-1830 Portrait of a Boy With Two Dogs oil on canvas 36 x 29 1/4 in., framed Provenance: The sitter is reportedly George Ross, grandson or great grandson of George Ross of Pennsylvania (1730-1779), signer or the Declaration of Independence. The painting has descended through the Ross Family to the Estate of Nancy Ross Kable Burrage, York, Pennyslvania. Family genealogy available.

    Alex Cooper
  • ATTRIBUTED TO JOSHUA JOHNSON (American, 1765-1830). THE CHILDREN OF CLEMENT COX AND MARY RINGGOLD COX, oil on canvas.
    Nov. 16, 2008

    ATTRIBUTED TO JOSHUA JOHNSON (American, 1765-1830). THE CHILDREN OF CLEMENT COX AND MARY RINGGOLD COX, oil on canvas.

    Est: $7,000 - $9,000

    ATTRIBUTED TO JOSHUA JOHNSON (American, 1765-1830). THE CHILDREN OF CLEMENT COX AND MARY RINGGOLD COX, oil on canvas - Framed, 29 in. x 24 in.

    Sloans & Kenyon
  • JOSHUA JOHNSON (American, 1765-1830). PORTRAIT OF ELISHA STANSBURY (1756-1837), circa 1810, oil on canvas.
    Feb. 10, 2008

    JOSHUA JOHNSON (American, 1765-1830). PORTRAIT OF ELISHA STANSBURY (1756-1837), circa 1810, oil on canvas.

    Est: $10,000 - $15,000

    JOSHUA JOHNSON (American, 1765-1830). PORTRAIT OF ELISHA STANSBURY (1756-1837), circa 1810, oil on canvas - 30 1/4 in. x 22 in.

    Sloans & Kenyon
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