John (1646) Riley Paintings & Artwork for Sale | John (1646) Riley Art Value Price Guide

May. 19, 2026
John Riley (British, 1646-1691) Portrait of Sir Thomas Pelham Bart, bust-length, in a grey silk coat with lace collar
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
John Riley (British, 1646-1691) Portrait of Sir Thomas Pelham Bart, bust-length, in a grey silk coat with lace collar oil on canvas, painted oval (77 x 64cm; framed 90 x 78cm) Provenance: The collection of James Thursby-Pelham Esq. and thence by descent. Condition Report: Relined. Craquelure. Some scattered spots of retouching and a little infilling show. A layer of clear glossy varnsih has been applied. Not examined under UV light, for a full report please contact the department.
Sworders
Jan. 14, 2026
John Riley English (1646-1691) Monumental Painting
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
John Riley, English (1646-1691) Monumental Painting, Oil on Canvas "Portrait of a British Judge". In a Very Old Frame- Possibly Original. Condition: Generally Very Good, Frame Needs Attention Due to Age. Dimensions: Sight- 50" x 40", Frame- 59" x 49". Provenance: From a New Jersey Estate. Please note the absence of a Condition Report does not imply that there are no condition issues with this lot. Please contact us for a detailed Condition Report. It is the Buyer's responsibility to inspect each lot and deem their own opinions on Condition, Description, Provenance, and Validity before purchasing. Please make an appointment to preview or ask for Condition Reports. Condition Reports are rendered as an opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. REMEMBER ALL SALES ARE FINAL AND ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS-IS, WHERE IS.
World Auction Gallery
Oct. 22, 2025
John Riley English (1646-1691) Monumental Painting
Est: $4,000 - $8,000
John Riley, English (1646-1691) Monumental Painting, Oil on Canvas "Portrait of a British Judge". In a Very Old Frame- Possibly Original. Condition: Generally Very Good, Frame Needs Attention Due to Age. Dimensions: Sight- 50" x 40", Frame- 59" x 49". Provenance: From a New Jersey Estate. Please note the absence of a Condition Report does not imply that there are no condition issues with this lot. Please contact us for a detailed Condition Report. It is the Buyer's responsibility to inspect each lot and deem their own opinions on Condition, Description, Provenance, and Validity before purchasing. Please make an appointment to preview or ask for Condition Reports. Condition Reports are rendered as an opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. REMEMBER ALL SALES ARE FINAL AND ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS-IS, WHERE IS.
World Auction Gallery
Apr. 19, 2025
W. MOTE (*1803) after RILEY (*1646), Baron F. North (1637-1685), Steel engraving
Est: €45 - €75
William Henry Mote (1803 - 1871 ) after John Riley (1646 - 1691 ): Portrait of Baron Francis North, Guilford (1637 - 1685 ), 19th century, Steel engraving Technique: Steel engraving on Paper Inscription: At the lower part inscribed in the printing plate: "Engraved by W. T: Mote Francis North, Lord Guildford OB 1685 From the original of Riley, in the Collection of the right hon. ble Earl of Guildford London, Published May 1, 1830, by Harding &amp Lepard, Pall Mall East". Date: 19th century Description: Very nice portrait of Lord Guilford. The sheet visualises the position and importance of the sitter Lord Guilford is sitting on a throne, a crown is laid down in front of a curtain on the left side of the picture. Francis North, 2nd Earl of Guilford (London 1732 - ibid. 1792) was British Prime Minister. Person: Baron Francis North, Guilford (1637 - 1685 ) Keywords: 19th century, Romanticism, Portraits, United Kingdom, Size: Paper: 21,0 cm x 14,3 cm (8,3 x 5,6 in)
Fichter Kunsthandel
Mar. 09, 2025
Attributed to John Riley (1646 - 1691). A Late 17th Century Oil on Canvas: Three-quarter length port
Est: £1,600 - £2,000
Attributed to John Riley (1646 - 1691). A Late 17th Century Oil on Canvas: Three-quarter length portrait of a bewigged Gentleman, 29'' x 23'' (74 cm x 59 cm). Set in a 19th century gilt frame 39'' x 33'' (99 cm x 84 cm).
Wilkinson's Auctioneers
Sep. 19, 2024
John Riley and studio (?)(1646 - 1691), Portrait of John Sheffield, 1st Duke of Buckingham and Normanby
Est: £2,000 - £4,000
John Riley and studio (?)(1646 - 1691) Portrait of John Sheffield, 1st Duke of Buckingham and Normanby, in an Arcadian landscape Oil on canvas Dimensions: (Frame) 59 in. (H) x 50.5 in. (W) (Canvas) 48 in. (H) x 38 in. (W)
Sloane Street Auctions
Sep. 18, 2024
John Riley (British, 1646-1691)
Est: £800 - £1,200
John Riley (British, 1646-1691) William Chiffinch (c.1602–1691), Master of the Wardrobe to Charles II oil on canvas 60 x 50cm Provenance: Sotheby's, London, British Paintings, 17th July 1985, Lot 506, as 'Portrait of a gentleman' by John Riley William Chiffinch was an indispensable figure to Charles II, holding a number of offices at court, including Surveyor of the King’s Pictures, Keeper of the King’s Jewels and Master of the Hawks. He was also renowned for his mastery of intrigue and was involved in many court plots and matters pertaining to the King’s mistresses. He continued his roles within the royal household under James II but fell out of favour after the Glorious Revolution due to suspicions of Jacobitism. Indeed, his daughter Barbara was to become an active Jacobite. Another version of the present composition is in the Dulwich Picture Gallery (DPG568).
Cheffins
Apr. 07, 2024
John Riley
Est: $3,000 - $3,500
John Riley (1646 - 1691) was active/lived in United Kingdom. John Riley is known for Portraiture. Portrait of a gentleman, half-length, wearing a red robe. Oil on canvas. Circa: 1680. Oval canvas: 30 x 25 in. Giltwood frame: 40 x 35 in. Condition: Very good viewing condition. Minor aging in paint. Amazing good for its age. Under blacklight: touchup on face and clothes. A great fellow to have watching your home! Provenance: Purchased from London auction house in the 1980's and since has been hanging in the Jack and Peggy McDowell estate on the Chattahoochee River in Atlanta.
Four Seasons Auction Gallery
Nov. 30, 2023
John Riley (1646 - 1691), Portrait of Mary Calverley, Lady Sherard (died 1702)
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
John Riley (1646 - 1691) Portrait of Lady Mary Calverley Lady Mary Calverley, Lady Sherard (died 1702), was the daughter of Sir Henry Calverley of Eryholme and married in 1696 to Bennet, Lord Sherard (Baron Harborough). In a carved and gilded frame Property of an aristocratic family Dimensions: 30 in. (H) x 25 in. (W)
Sloane Street Auctions
Nov. 29, 2023
JOHN RILEY (LONDON 1646-1691) AND JOHN CLOSTERMAN (OSNABRÜCK 1660-1711 LOND
Est: £15,000 - £25,000
JOHN RILEY (LONDON 1646-1691) AND JOHN CLOSTERMAN (OSNABRÜCK 1660-1711 LONDON) Portrait of Colonel Thomas Cheke of Pyrgo Park, Essex (1628-1688), Lieutenant... oil on canvas 85 ½ x 54 in. (217.2 x 137.2 cm.)
Christie's
Sep. 28, 2023
Attributed to John Riley (1646 - 1691), Portrait of James II when Duke of York dressed in armour, unsigned, oil on canvas, 75 x 62 cm, in a foliate giltwood frame, 86 x 73 cm
Est: £3,000 - £5,000
Attributed to John Riley (1646 - 1691), Portrait of James II when Duke of York dressed in armour, unsigned, oil on canvas, 75 x 62 cm, in a foliate giltwood frame, 86 x 73 cm
Dawsons Auctioneers
Sep. 23, 2023
W. MOTE (*1803) after RILEY (*1646), Baron F North (1637-1685), Steel engraving
Est: €45 - €75
William Henry Mote (1803 - 1871 ) after John Riley (1646 - 1691 ): Portrait of Baron Francis North, Guilford (1637 - 1685 ), 19th century, Steel engraving Technique: Steel engraving on Paper Inscription: At the lower part inscribed in the printing plate: "Engraved by W. T: Mote Francis North, Lord Guildford OB 1685 From the original of Riley, in the Collection of the right hon. ble Earl of Guildford London, Published May 1, 1830, by Harding &amp Lepard, Pall Mall East". Date: 19th century Description: Very nice portrait of Lord Guilford. The sheet visualises the position and importance of the sitter Lord Guilford is sitting on a throne, a crown is laid down in front of a curtain on the left side of the picture. Francis North, 2nd Earl of Guilford (London 1732 - ibid. 1792) was British Prime Minister. Person: Baron Francis North, Guilford (1637 - 1685 ) Keywords: 19th century, Romanticism, Portraits, United Kingdom,
Fichter Kunsthandel
Sep. 13, 2023
ATTRIBUTED TO JOHN RILEY (1646-1691) PORTRAIT OF A GENTLEMAN
Est: £3,000 - £5,000
ATTRIBUTED TO JOHN RILEY (1646-1691) PORTRAIT OF A GENTLEMAN Oil on canvas Housed in a beautiful carved and gilded frame (74cm x 62cm)
Elstob Auctioneers
Apr. 27, 2023
JOHN SMITH (English, 1675-1751). Conway Hackett, Mezzotint by and published by John Smith, after John Riley (British, 1646-1691). Conwa
Est: $75 - $125
JOHN SMITH (English, 1675-1751). Conway Hackett, Mezzotint by and published by John Smith, after John Riley (British, 1646-1691). Conway Hackett was daughter of Dr Thomas Hackett, bishop of Downe and Connor; wife of Trafford Smyth, barrister. Printing date unknown. Unframed. Note: The artwork is not glued down to a hard surface; it is mounted with hinges to a removable back board. - Sheet / Plate: 13 1/2 in. x 9 7/8 in
Sloans & Kenyon
Mar. 21, 2023
Attributed to John Riley (London 1646-1691) Portrait of Charles II, half-length, in armour
Est: £3,000 - £5,000
Attributed to John Riley (London 1646-1691) Portrait of Charles II, half-length, in armour oil on canvas 103.1 x 82.2cm (40 9/16 x 32 3/8in).
Bonhams
Mar. 11, 2023
W. MOTE (*1803) after RILEY (*1646), Baron F North (1637-1685), Steel engraving
Est: €45 - €75
William Henry Mote (1803 - 1871 ) after John Riley (1646 - 1691 ): Portrait Baron Francis North, Guilford (1637 - 1685 ), 19th century, Steel engraving Technique: Steel engraving on Paper Inscription: At the lower part inscribed in the printing plate: "Engraved by W. T: Mote Francis North, Lord Guildford OB 1685 From the original of Riley, in the Collection of the right hon. ble Earl of Guildford London, Published May 1, 1830, by Harding & Lepard, Pall Mall East". Date: 19th century Description: Very nice portrait of Lord Guilford. The sheet visualises the position and importance of the sitter Lord Guilford is sitting on a throne, a crown is laid down in front of a curtain on the left side of the picture. Francis North, 2nd Earl of Guilford (London 1732 - ibid. 1792) was British Prime Minister. Person: Baron Francis North, Guilford (1637 - 1685 ) Keywords: 19th century, Romanticism, Portraits, United Kingdom,
Fichter Kunsthandel
Nov. 30, 2022
Attributed Riley, John (1646-1691), Portrait of Prince George of Denmark
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
Attributed John Riley (1646-1691) Portrait of Prince George of Denmark (1653-1708) Oil on canvas In a gilded sunderland frame John Riley emerged as leading court portraitist during the period between the death of Peter Lely in 1680 and the ascendency of Godfrey Kneller, with whom he was appointed joint Principal Painter to William III and Mary II in 1688. Prince George of Denmark was the younger brother of Christian V of Denmark. He married Queen Anne in 1683 and was described by the diarist John Evelyn as having 'the Danish Countenance, blound; a young man of few words, seemed somewhat heavy; but reported Valient '. Here Prince George is shown in semi-classical costume, wearing a breastplate with the ribbon of the Garter and holding a baton. This military image was appropriate to his position as Lord High Admiral and generalissimo of land and sea forces, to which he was appointed on his wife 's accession in 1702. Dimensions: (frame) 61 in. (H) x 47 in. (W) (canvas) 47 in. (H) x 37 in. (W)
Sloane Street Auctions
Sep. 27, 2022
Manner of John Riley (18th Century) Portrait of a gentleman, bust length, with wig and lack stock
Est: £1,800 - £2,200
Manner of John Riley (18th Century) Portrait of a gentleman, bust length, with wig and lack stock Oil on canvas 71 x 60.5cm (27 15/16 x 23 13/16in). For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Nov. 19, 2021
Painting, John Riley
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
John Riley (British, 1646-1691), "Lord Chief Justice Sir George Jeffereys," 1685, oil on canvas, artist label with signature, title, and date affixed verso, canvas: 30"h x 26"w, overall (with frame): 35"h x 30"w. Provenance: Purchased from Sotheby's (London UK) to the Private Collection of R.B. Phillpotts (London, UK); sold to Private Collection (Carmel, CA) in 1983; thence inherited through descent.
Clars Auctions
Sep. 21, 2021
JOHN RILEY (LONDON 1646-1691) Portrait of a gentleman, bust-length, in a br
Est: £1,500 - £2,000
JOHN RILEY (LONDON 1646-1691) Portrait of a gentleman, bust-length, in a brown jacket, in a feigned oval oil on canvas 30 ¼ x 25 ¼ in. (76.8 x 64.1 cm.)
Christie's
Sep. 18, 2021
W.MOTE (*1803) after RILEY (*1646), Portrait of Francis North (1637-1685), Steel engraving
Est: €30 - €50
William Henry Mote (1803 - 1871 ) after John Riley (1646 - 1691 ), Portrait of Francis North (1637-1685), 19th century, Steel engraving Technique: Steel engraving on Paper Date: 19th century Description: W. T. Mote, Francis North, Lord Guildford, steel engraving after a painting by John Riley, 1830. Description: Steel engraving by W. T. Mote, inscribed at the bottom: "Engraved by W. T: Mote Francis North, Lord Guildford OB 1685 From the original of Riley, in the Collection of the right hon. ble Earl of Guildford London, Published May 1, 1830, by Harding & Lepard, Pall Mall East". Very nice portrait of Lord Guilford. The sheet visualises the position and importance of the sitter Lord Guilford is sitting on a throne, a crown is laid down in front of a curtain at the left side of the picture. Francis North, 2nd Earl of Guilford (London 1732 - ibid. 1792) was British Prime Minister. Person: Francis North (1637 -1685 ) Keywords: , 19th century, Romanticism, Portraits, Germany, Size: 21,0 cm x 14,3 cm Condition: Rather good Condition. clearly stained
Fichter Kunsthandel
Jul. 07, 2021
John Riley (London 1646-1691) Portrait of George Legge, 1st Baron Dartmouth, three-quarter-length, in a dark blue coat and white lace jabot
Est: £5,000 - £7,000
John Riley (London 1646-1691) Portrait of George Legge, 1st Baron Dartmouth, three-quarter-length, in a dark blue coat and white lace jabot signed with initials 'J.R.' (lower left) oil on canvas 127.8 x 102.2cm (50 5/16 x 40 1/4in). For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Apr. 14, 2021
JOHN RILEY (1646-1691) Portrait of Colonel Henry Wharton, dressed in armour and holding a baton Oil on canvas, 94 x 78cm Inscribed 'Colonel Henry Whartone IIIrd, son of P Ld...' In period frame Provenance: Sotheby's, London, 15/06/00, Lot 111
Est: €8,000 - €10,000
JOHN RILEY (1646-1691) Portrait of Colonel Henry Wharton, dressed in armour and holding a baton Oil on canvas, 94 x 78cm Inscribed 'Colonel Henry Whartone IIIrd, son of P Ld...' In period frame Provenance: Sotheby's, London, 15/06/00, Lot 111
Adam's
Jul. 22, 2020
Attributed to John Riley (1646-1691)
Est: £700 - £1,000
Attributed to John Riley (1646-1691) Attributed to John Riley (1646-1691) Portrait of a gentleman in a long brown wig, gold cloak and lace-trimmed shirt, standing, three-quarter length, his arm resting on a marble ledge Oil on canvas 126 x 102cm, unframed Provenance: Private collection, London. It is thought that the sitter is possibly Samuel Pepys.
Sworders
Jul. 07, 2020
Attributed to John Riley (London 1646-1691) Portrait of Sir Orlando Bridgeman, Chief Justice of the Court of Common Pleas
Est: £4,000 - £6,000
Attributed to John Riley (London 1646-1691) Portrait of Sir Orlando Bridgeman, Chief Justice of the Court of Common Pleas bears inscription 'BRIDGMAN LORD KEEPER' (upper right) oil on canvas 127.2 x 112.7cm (50 1/16 x 44 3/8in). For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Apr. 28, 2019
Circle of John Riley (1646-1691). A 17th Century Oil on Canvas: Portrait of an Aristocratic Gentleman wearing a wig, white cravat and fine robes, 27 in x 23 in (69 cm x 58.5 cm). Contained within a later moulded ebonised frame, 31 in x 27 in (79 cm x
Est: £1,200 - £1,800
Circle of John Riley (1646-1691). A 17th Century Oil on Canvas: Portrait of an Aristocratic Gentleman wearing a wig, white cravat and fine robes, 27 in x 23 in (69 cm x 58.5 cm). Contained within a later moulded ebonised frame, 31 in x 27 in (79 cm x 69 cm).
Wilkinson's Auctioneers
Nov. 14, 2018
JOHN RILEY (BRITISH 1646-1691) PORTRAIT OF A LADY WITH PEARLS 74cm x 63.5cm (29in x 25in)
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
JOHN RILEY (BRITISH 1646-1691) PORTRAIT OF A LADY WITH PEARLS Oil on canvas, oval 74cm x 63.5cm (29in x 25in)
Lyon & Turnbull
Nov. 22, 2017
JOHN RILEY (BRITISH 1646-1691) PORTRAIT OF A LADY WITH PEARLS 74cm x 63.5cm (29in x 25in)
Est: £6,000 - £8,000
JOHN RILEY (BRITISH 1646-1691) PORTRAIT OF A LADY WITH PEARLS Oil on canvas, oval 74cm x 63.5cm (29in x 25in)
Lyon & Turnbull
Oct. 31, 2017
John Riley (London 1646-1691) - Portrait of Sir William Monson, 4th Bt. (c. 1653-1727), three-quarter-length,...
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
John Riley (London 1646-1691) Portrait of Sir William Monson, 4th Bt. (c. 1653-1727), three-quarter-length,... oil on canvas 49 7/8 x 40 ¾ in. (126.7 x 103.5 cm.)
Christie's
Jun. 28, 2017
Attributed to John Riley (1646-1691) British. "Sir Thomas Dayrell" (1585-1646), Portrait of a Moustached Man, in Armour, Oil on Canvas, Painted Oval, in a Carved Giltwood Frame, 31" x 25.25".
Est: £3,000 - £5,000
Attributed to John Riley (1646-1691) British. "Sir Thomas Dayrell" (1585-1646), Portrait of a Moustached Man, in Armour, Oil on Canvas, Painted Oval, in a Carved Giltwood Frame, 31" x 25.25".
John Nicholson's Fine Art Auctioneers & Valuers
May. 24, 2017
JOHN RILEY (BRITISH 1646-1691) PORTRAIT OF A LADY WITH PEARLS 74cm x 63.5cm (29in x 25in)
Est: £7,000 - £9,000
JOHN RILEY (BRITISH 1646-1691) PORTRAIT OF A LADY WITH PEARLS Oil on canvas, oval 74cm x 63.5cm (29in x 25in)
Lyon & Turnbull
May. 03, 2017
JOHN RILEY | Portrait of George, 1st Baron Jeffreys of Wem, Judge Jeffreys (1645–1689)
Est: £7,000 - £10,000
oil on canvas
Sotheby's
May. 03, 2017
JOHN RILEY | Lady Alice Brownlow née Sherard (1659-1721), three-quarter-length
Est: £12,000 - £18,000
oil on canvas
Sotheby's
Mar. 15, 2017
John Riley Londres 1646 - 1691 Portraits
Est: €4,000 -
John Riley Londres 1646 - 1691 Portraits Pair of oil on canvas Uno de ellos, firmado en el reverso: "Riley Pinxt" 73x57,5 cm y 69x56,5 cm John Riley Londres 1646 - 1691 Retratos Pareja de óleos sobre lienzo Uno de ellos, firmado en el reverso: "Riley Pinxt" 73x57,5 cm y 69x56,5 cm
Balclis
Oct. 26, 2016
John Riley (London 1646-1691) Portrait of Anne Sherard, Lady Bro
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
John Riley (London 1646-1691) Portrait of Anne Sherard, Lady Brownlow (1659-1721), three-quarter-length oil on canvas 49 ¾ x 40 ¼ in. (126.3 x 102.3 cm.)
Christie's
Jul. 13, 2016
John Riley Londres 1646 - 1691 Portraits
Est: €4,000 -
John Riley Londres 1646 - 1691 Portraits Pair of oil on canvas Uno de ellos, firmado en el reverso: "Riley Pinxt" 73x57,5 cm y 69x56,5 cm John Riley Londres 1646 - 1691 Retratos Pareja de óleos sobre lienzo Uno de ellos, firmado en el reverso: "Riley Pinxt" 73x57,5 cm y 69x56,5 cm
Balclis
Apr. 24, 2016
Attributed to John Riley (1646-1691). A 17th Century Oval Oil on Canvas: Head & Shoulders Portrait of King Charles II Circa 1675, wearing armour and a lace cravat, 30 ins x 25 ins (76 cm x 64 cms), in an elaborate carved and gilded frame 37 ins x 32 ins (94 cm x 82 cms)*
Est: £1,000 - £2,000
Attributed to John Riley (1646-1691). A 17th Century Oval Oil on Canvas: Head & Shoulders Portrait of King Charles II Circa 1675, wearing armour and a lace cravat, 30 ins x 25 ins (76 cm x 64 cms), in an elaborate carved and gilded frame 37 ins x 32 ins (94 cm x 82 cms)*
Wilkinson's Auctioneers
Oct. 27, 2015
JOHN RILEY | Portrait of William Chiffinch, half-length
Est: £6,000 - £8,000
oil on canvas
Sotheby's
Oct. 27, 2015
JOHN RILEY | Portrait of Edmund Waller, half-length, in a dark coat and lace stock
Est: £6,000 - £8,000
oil on canvas, in a painted oval
Sotheby's
May. 27, 2015
JOHN RILEY | Portrait of Jemima Crewe, later Duchess of Kent (d. 1728), three-quarter length, in a grey dress, leaning on a sculpted pedestal
Est: £8,000 - £12,000
oil on canvas
Sotheby's
Apr. 29, 2015
JOHN RILEY | Portrait of George, 1st Baron Jeffreys of Wem, Judge Jeffreys (1645-1689)
Est: £15,000 - £20,000
oil on canvas
Sotheby's
Dec. 09, 2014
Circle of John Riley (1646-1691)PORTRAIT OF A GENTLEMAN, BUST LENGTH, IN A LACE STOCK AND RED MANTL
Est: £600 - £800
Circle of John Riley (1646-1691) PORTRAIT OF A GENTLEMAN, BUST LENGTH, IN A LACE STOCK AND RED MANTLE Oil on canvas, in a painted stone oval 76 x 63cm
Sworders
Sep. 20, 2014
†In the Manner of John Riley (1646-1691, English), "Portrait of a Woman in a Garden with a Spaniel," 18th c., oil on canvas, presente..
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
In the Manner of John Riley (1646-1691, English), "Portrait of a Woman in a Garden with a Spaniel," 18th c., oil on canvas, presented in a carved giltwood frame, H.- 48 3/4 in., W.- 39 1/4 in.
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Jun. 19, 2014
Attributed to John Riley (British, 1646-1691) Portrait of a gentleman, possibly a judge or magistrate, oil on canvas
Est: £600 - £800
Attributed to John Riley (British, 1646-1691) Portrait of a gentleman (possibly a judge or a magistrate) half length in red with ermine oil on canvas h:74 w: 62 cm Provenance: By descent at The Manor House, Chatteris, and thence to Denston Hall, Suffolk, by 1908. The sitter is possibly James Cudworth (1604-1682), recorded as a magistrate from North Yorkshire, whose relation, Anne, married Nathaniel Johnstone (see Lot 519).
Cheffins
Jun. 19, 2014
Attributed to John Riley (British, 1646-1691) Portrait of Sir Marmaduke Dayrell (d.1712) of Shudy Camps, oil on canvas
Est: £3,000 - £5,000
Attributed to John Riley (British, 1646-1691) Portrait of Sir Marmaduke Dayrell (d.1712) of Shudy Camps, Cambridgeshire, half length, wearing a lace stock, gold brocade waistcoat and red cloak oil on canvas h:100 w: 97 cm Provenance: By descent from the sitter to his great grandson, Lieutenant General Christopher Jeaffreson of Dullingham; thence to his grandson Christopher Pigott and on the death of the latter's widow in 1939, inherited by her half brother's daughter, grandmother of the present owner. The sitter died in 1712 and his granddaughter, Sarah, married the then owner of Dullingham.
Cheffins
Dec. 05, 2013
Attributed to John Riley (1646-1691) Portrait of Frances, First Baron Guilford (1637-1685) 50 x 40.5in. unframed.
Est: £1,000 - £1,500
Attributed to John Riley (1646-1691) oil on canvas, Portrait of Frances, First Baron Guilford (1637-1685) seated in Chief Justice robes 50 x 40.5in. unframed.
Gorringes
Dec. 03, 2013
John Riley (London 1646-1691)
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
John Riley (London 1646-1691) Portrait of a lady, half-length, in a brown and white dress and blue wrap, in a sculpted cartouche oil on canvas 30¼ x 25½ in. (76.7 x 64.7 cm.)
Christie's
Oct. 15, 2013
Circle of John Riley (1646-1691), PORTRAIT OF A
Est: £600 - £800
Circle of John Riley (1646-1691), PORTRAIT OF A GENTLEMAN OF THE DOWNES FAMILY OF POTT SHRIGLEY HALL, CHESHIRE, BUST LENGTH, IN ARMOUR AND A GOLD CAPE, IN A PAINTED STONE OVAL CARTOUCHE Oil on canvas 76 x 63cm, in an 18th century gilt carton pierre frame
Sworders