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Naval painter, b. 1842 - d. 1909

William Pierce Stubbs (1842–1909) or W.P. Stubbs was a marine painter in the Boston, Massachusetts, area in the 19th century. Examples of his work are in the Bostonian Society; Cape Ann Museum; and Peabody Essex Museum. He also lived in Bucksport, Maine.

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  • WILLIAM P. STUBBS (1842-1909)
    Jun. 11, 2025

    WILLIAM P. STUBBS (1842-1909)

    Est: $8,000 - $12,000

    Harriet S. Jackson oil on canvas signed lower-left "W. P. Stubbs" canvas: 26 × 36 in. (66 x 91.4 cm) framed: 34-1/2 × 3-3/8 × 44-1/2 in. (87.6 x 8.6 x 113 cm) The Harriet S. Jackson launched in 1874 and wrecked ashore in Cape Cod on Sept. 20, 1898 during a storm while en route to Maine from New York. Condition Showing signs of age-related paint craquelure, otherwise in good original condition. This is not a standard shippable item and will require 3rd party shipping or pickup arrangements to be made. Condition: Dimensions: Frame: 34 - 1/2" × 3 - 3/8" × 44 - 1/2".

    Morphy Auctions
  • William Pierce Stubbs (American, 1842-1909), The Ship F. Lambrith, Oil On Canvas
    May. 03, 2025

    William Pierce Stubbs (American, 1842-1909), The Ship F. Lambrith, Oil On Canvas

    Est: $2,000 - $4,000

    William Pierce Stubbs (American, 1842-1909), The Ship F. Lambrith, Oil On Canvas. Signed lower left, dated 1879. As framed approximately 39.0W x 26.75H x 2.0D in. Sight approximately 35.125W x 23.0H in.

    Clark's Auction Company
  • William Stubbs (ME,MA,1842-1909) oil painting antique
    Apr. 13, 2025

    William Stubbs (ME,MA,1842-1909) oil painting antique

    Est: $4,000 - $5,000

    ARTIST: William Pierce Stubbs (Maine, Massachusetts, 1842 - 1909) TITLE: Seascape with Sail Ships MEDIUM: oil on canvas. Canvas applied to board. CONDITION: Minor scratches/paint losses along upper edge. Some craquelure. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 22 x 36 inches / 55 x 91 cm FRAME SIZE: 26 x 40 inches / 66 x 101 cm SIGNATURE: lower left LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 130974 US SHIPPING: $139 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: William Pierce Stubbs was born in Orrington, Maine, in 1842. He was the son of a shipmaster, and he was probably master of his father's ship from 1863-73. By 1871 he painted what is likely his first ship portrait, and by 1876 he was listed as a marine painter in the Boston city directory. While there, Stubbs shared a studio with Wesley Webber. Later, he had studios in Boston, and Charlestown where it is likely that Badger was his student.After the death of his wife and daughter, Stubbs sank into a manic depression, and spoke of "spirit magnetism." He was committed in 1894 to Worcester State Hospital, and then to the Medfield State Hospital in 1899. He later died there, in 1909. Stubbs also participated in the International Marine Exhibition.

    Broward Auction Gallery LLC
  • WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (Massachusetts/Maine, 1842-1909) NAUTICAL PAINTING
    Apr. 06, 2025

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (Massachusetts/Maine, 1842-1909) NAUTICAL PAINTING

    Est: $3,000 - $5,000

    3-masted schooner, the E. R. Kirk sgn. l.l. Stubbs; oil on canvas (relined); 22 by 36 in.; gilt frame 29.75 by 43.75 in." From the collection of a Carlisle, Massachusetts couple who acquired paintings of light houses because they honeymooned in a light house in the 1950's. NOTE: We cannot approve bidders during the auction. Please register as soon as possible.

    CRN Auctions
  • Oil on Canvas Painting, William Pierce Stubbs
    Mar. 15, 2025

    Oil on Canvas Painting, William Pierce Stubbs

    Est: $4,000 - $8,000

    19th C. Oil on Canvas Painting, Signed "W. P. Stubbs" (William Pierce Stubbs, American, 1842-1909) Painting of the U.S. Flagged Ship "Cheshire". Painting in good condition with some surface accretion and craqueleur.Painting set in period gilt wooden frame, measures: 25.5" H x 39.5" W, Image: 21" H x 35.5" W.

    J. James Auctioneers and Appraisers
  • William Stubbs (ME,MA,1842-1909) oil painting antique
    Dec. 01, 2024

    William Stubbs (ME,MA,1842-1909) oil painting antique

    Est: $4,000 - $5,000

    ARTIST: William Pierce Stubbs (Maine, Massachusetts, 1842 - 1909) TITLE: Seascape with Sail Ships MEDIUM: oil on canvas. Canvas applied to board. CONDITION: Minor scratches/paint losses along upper edge. Some craquelure. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 22 x 36 inches / 55 x 91 cm FRAME SIZE: 26 x 40 inches / 66 x 101 cm SIGNATURE: lower left ATTENTION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 130974 US SHIPPING: $149 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: William Pierce Stubbs was born in Orrington, Maine, in 1842. He was the son of a shipmaster, and he was probably master of his father's ship from 1863-73. By 1871 he painted what is likely his first ship portrait, and by 1876 he was listed as a marine painter in the Boston city directory. While there, Stubbs shared a studio with Wesley Webber. Later, he had studios in Boston, and Charlestown where it is likely that Badger was his student.After the death of his wife and daughter, Stubbs sank into a manic depression, and spoke of "spirit magnetism." He was committed in 1894 to Worcester State Hospital, and then to the Medfield State Hospital in 1899. He later died there, in 1909. Stubbs also participated in the International Marine Exhibition.

    Broward Auction Gallery LLC
  • Marine Painting by William Pierce Stubbs
    Nov. 24, 2024

    Marine Painting by William Pierce Stubbs

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    American Brigantine oil on canvas by W.P. Stubbs. A brig under shortened sail is sailing through heavy seas. Several crew are on deck. Wood frame. William Pierce Stubbs was a marine painter in the Boston area in the 19th century (1842-1909). Canvas is relined. Unsigned. 21" H x 38" W. 7 lbs.

    Boston Harbor Auctions
  • WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909), The ship Yale., Oil on canvas, 22" x 36". Framed 28" x 42".
    Nov. 21, 2024

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909), The ship Yale., Oil on canvas, 22" x 36". Framed 28" x 42".

    Est: $4,000 - $6,000

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909 The ship Yale. Signed lower left "W.P. Stubbs".

    Eldred's
  • William Pierce Stubbs (1842 - 1909)
    Oct. 15, 2024

    William Pierce Stubbs (1842 - 1909)

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    William Pierce Stubbs (American, 1842 - 1909) Oil on Canvas. Signed lower left. Comes with family photograph of consignors great great grandparents with the painting hanging in their home (circe 1905). Condition: could use a light cleaning Sight Size: 14 x 20 in. Overall Framed Size: 17.25 x 23.25 in. William Pierce Stubbs was born in Orrington, Maine, in 1842. He was the son of a shipmaster, and he was probably master of his father's ship from 1863-73. By 1871 he painted what is likely his first ship portrait, and by 1876 he was listed as a marine painter in the Boston city directory. While there, Stubbs shared a studio with Wesley Webber. Later, he had studios in Boston, and Charlestown where it is likely that Badger was his student. Stubbs participated in the International Marine Exhibition of 1889, in Boston. His paintings are held in the collections at the Mariner's Museum, the Mystic Seaport Museum, the Beverly Historical Society, the Philadelphia Marine Museum, and the Smithsonian Institution.

    Helmuth Stone
  • William Pierce Stubbs (American, 1842 - 1909)
    Oct. 15, 2024

    William Pierce Stubbs (American, 1842 - 1909)

    Est: $3,000 - $5,000

    William Pierce Stubbs (American, 1842 - 1909) Ships in Rough Seas Oil on Canvas. Signed and dated ('82) lower left. Sight Size: 26 x 42 in. Overall Framed Size: 34.5 x 50.5 x 3 in.

    Helmuth Stone
  • William Pierce Stubbs
    Sep. 20, 2024

    William Pierce Stubbs

    Est: $1,500 - $2,500

    William Pierce Stubbs (Maine, 1842-1909) SCHOONER AT SEA oil on canvas, framed, signed H14" W19 3/4" Provenance: Private collection

    Charlton Hall
  • WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909), Three-masted ship in rolling seas., Oil on canvas, 22" x 36". Framed 27" x 41".
    Sep. 13, 2024

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909), Three-masted ship in rolling seas., Oil on canvas, 22" x 36". Framed 27" x 41".

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909 Three-masted ship in rolling seas. Unsigned.

    Eldred's
  • WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909), Portrait of the James W. Fitch., Oil on canvas, 26.5" x 42.25". Framed 29" x 45".
    Aug. 09, 2024

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909), Portrait of the James W. Fitch., Oil on canvas, 26.5" x 42.25". Framed 29" x 45".

    Est: $5,000 - $8,000

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909 Portrait of the James W. Fitch. Signed lower left "W.P. Stubbs".

    Eldred's
  • WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909), Portrait of the schooner Carrie E. Phillips., Oil on canvas, 22" x 36". Framed 27" x 42".
    Aug. 09, 2024

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909), Portrait of the schooner Carrie E. Phillips., Oil on canvas, 22" x 36". Framed 27" x 42".

    Est: $3,000 - $5,000

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909 Portrait of the schooner Carrie E. Phillips. Signed lower left "W.P. Stubbs".

    Eldred's
  • William Stubbs Oil on Canvas "Three Masted Topsail Schooner", circa 1883
    Aug. 04, 2024

    William Stubbs Oil on Canvas "Three Masted Topsail Schooner", circa 1883

    Est: $5,000 - $7,000

    William Stubbs (American 1842-1909) Oil on Canvas "Three Masted Topsail Schooner", circa 1883, signed and dated lower left Stubbs, '83, in contemporary molded gilt frame 21.5 in. x 35.5 in. Framed 28 in. x 42 in.

    Rafael Osona Auctions
  • William Stubbs (American 1842-1909), Clipper Ship "Landseer"
    Jul. 24, 2024

    William Stubbs (American 1842-1909), Clipper Ship "Landseer"

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    William Pierce Stubbs American, 1842-1909 The Clipper Ship "Landseer" oil on canvas signed lower left.

    South Bay Auctions Inc
  • Oil on Canvas "Portrait of the Three-Masted Schooner Bushrod W. Hill"
    Jul. 06, 2024

    Oil on Canvas "Portrait of the Three-Masted Schooner Bushrod W. Hill"

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    Oil on Canvas "Portrait of the Three-Masted Schooner Bushrod W. Hill", unsigned and attributed to William Pearce Stubbs (1842-1909), in gold finish frame. Note: Canvas lined 24 in. x 36 in. Framed 27 in. x 38.5 in.

    Rafael Osona Auctions
  • William Pierce Stubbs (1842 - 1909)
    Apr. 14, 2024

    William Pierce Stubbs (1842 - 1909)

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    William Pierce Stubbs (American, 1842 - 1909) Oil on Canvas. Signed lower left. Comes with family photograph of consignors great great grandparents with the painting hanging in their home (circe 1905). Condition: could use a light cleaning Sight Size: 14 x 20 in. Overall Framed Size: 17.25 x 23.25 in. William Pierce Stubbs was born in Orrington, Maine, in 1842. He was the son of a shipmaster, and he was probably master of his father's ship from 1863-73. By 1871 he painted what is likely his first ship portrait, and by 1876 he was listed as a marine painter in the Boston city directory. While there, Stubbs shared a studio with Wesley Webber. Later, he had studios in Boston, and Charlestown where it is likely that Badger was his student. Stubbs participated in the International Marine Exhibition of 1889, in Boston. His paintings are held in the collections at the Mariner's Museum, the Mystic Seaport Museum, the Beverly Historical Society, the Philadelphia Marine Museum, and the Smithsonian Institution.

    Helmuth Stone
  • STUBBS HOPE SAILING SHIP MARINE OIL PAINTING
    Apr. 14, 2024

    STUBBS HOPE SAILING SHIP MARINE OIL PAINTING

    Est: $2,000 - $4,000

    Signed lower right in red W. T. Stubbs Oil painting of Hope sailing through rough seas. Sailors are on deck . Framed. Oil on canvas. William Stubbs (American 1842-1909). Image 31 x 22 inches. Frame 37 x 28 inches and 10 pounds. Cigarette smoke and small tear. Untouched. Estate painting.

    White's Auctions
  • William Pierce Stubbs (American 1842-1909), Brigantine At Sea, Oil on canvas, 22 x 30 in (55.9 x 76.2 cm)
    Apr. 12, 2024

    William Pierce Stubbs (American 1842-1909), Brigantine At Sea, Oil on canvas, 22 x 30 in (55.9 x 76.2 cm)

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    William Pierce Stubbs (American, 1842-1909) Brigantine At Sea Oil on canvas Signed W P Stubbs and dated 1901 l.l. Property from the Estate of Gwendolyn D. Cafritz, Washington, DC

    Weschler's
  • William Stubbs (ME,MA,1842-1909) oil painting antique
    Mar. 10, 2024

    William Stubbs (ME,MA,1842-1909) oil painting antique

    Est: $4,250 - $5,500

    ARTIST: William Pierce Stubbs (Maine, Massachusetts, 1842 - 1909) TITLE: Seascape with Sail Ships MEDIUM: oil on canvas. Canvas applied to board. CONDITION: Minor scratches/paint losses along upper edge. Some craquelure. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 22 x 36 inches / 55 x 91 cm FRAME SIZE: 26 x 40 inches / 66 x 101 cm SIGNATURE: lower left ATTENTION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 130974 US Shipping $149 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: William Pierce Stubbs was born in Orrington, Maine, in 1842. He was the son of a shipmaster, and he was probably master of his father's ship from 1863-73. By 1871 he painted what is likely his first ship portrait, and by 1876 he was listed as a marine painter in the Boston city directory. While there, Stubbs shared a studio with Wesley Webber. Later, he had studios in Boston, and Charlestown where it is likely that Badger was his student.After the death of his wife and daughter, Stubbs sank into a manic depression, and spoke of "spirit magnetism." He was committed in 1894 to Worcester State Hospital, and then to the Medfield State Hospital in 1899. He later died there, in 1909. Stubbs also participated in the International Marine Exhibition.

    Broward Auction Gallery LLC
  • WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (ME/MA, 1842-1909)
    Feb. 24, 2024

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (ME/MA, 1842-1909)

    Est: $5,000 - $7,000

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (ME/MA, 1842-1909) American Line Steam/Sail Ship "SS Kensington", oil on canvas, signed lower left, a port view at sea, underway, flying a red and white shipping company burgee, having seven figures on deck, working a choppy sea with all sail set. Housed in a gilt molded panel frame with ship's name tag, OS: 30" x 42", SS: 23 3/4" x 35 3/4", cleaned and relined, fine craquelure.

    Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
  • William Pierce Stubbs (1842-1909, ME, MA)
    Dec. 03, 2023

    William Pierce Stubbs (1842-1909, ME, MA)

    Est: $300 - $500

    Portrait of the Schooner G.F. Hathaway. Dated 1877. Oil on canvas portrait of the 2-masted schooner G.F. Hathaway of St. John, New Brunswick under sail passing a lighthouse. signed and dated lower left. Sight size 20" high by 30" wide, overall 24 1/2" high by 34 1/2" wide. Shows a patched small tear in sky and two very small holes. Needs a cleaning.

    Marion Antique Auctions
  • William Pierce Stubbs
    Nov. 18, 2023

    William Pierce Stubbs

    Est: $5,000 - $7,000

    (American, 1842-1909) The Three Masted Schooner Samuel H. Hawes, circa 1880, signed lower right "W.P. Stubbs.", oil on canvas, 24 x 36 in.; carved gilt wood frame, 31 x 43 in. Provenance: Deaccessioned by the Valentine Museum, Richmond, VA, 2022

    Brunk Auctions
  • WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909), Brigantine at sea., Oil on canvas, 20” x 30”. Framed 27.5” x 37.5”.
    Nov. 16, 2023

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909), Brigantine at sea., Oil on canvas, 20” x 30”. Framed 27.5” x 37.5”.

    Est: $1,500 - $2,000

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909 Brigantine at sea. Signed lower left "W.P. Stubbs".

    Eldred's
  • WILLIAM P. STUBBS (AMERICAN, 1842-1909).
    Nov. 12, 2023

    WILLIAM P. STUBBS (AMERICAN, 1842-1909).

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    The Schooner 'Carrie E Phillips'. Oil on canvas. Initialed lower left. From a New Rochelle, NY collection.

    Clarke Auction Gallery
  • Attributed to William Pierce Stubbs
    Nov. 08, 2023

    Attributed to William Pierce Stubbs

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    Attributed to William Pierce Stubbs American, 1842-1909 Portrait of a Ship Oil on canvas 20 x 30 inches Craquelure and frame rub. In the sky to the upper center there is a small repaired tear with a corresponding patch on the reverse. A few scattered spots of inpainting in the sky.

    DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
  • William Stubbs (1842-1909) USA, Oil/Panel
    Nov. 05, 2023

    William Stubbs (1842-1909) USA, Oil/Panel

    Est: $2,000 - $4,000

    William Stubbs (1842-1909) USA, Oil/Panel. Signed in lower left. Titled "Yacht Race Around The Buoy". 19th Century. Oil on panel painting of a scene with a yacht in the sea. Racing around a buoy. Dark slightly choppy seas with a partly cloudy sky. Overall Size: 18 3/4 x 24 5/8 in. Sight Size: 13 5/8 x 19 1/4 in. Frame Thickness: 2 in. William Pierce Stubbs (1842 - 1909) was active/lived in Maine, Massachusetts. William Stubbs is known for Marine-ship portrait and genre painting. #1710 Location P

    Sarasota Estate Auction
  • William Pierce Stubbs Painting of a Brig
    Nov. 04, 2023

    William Pierce Stubbs Painting of a Brig

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    Oil painting of an American Brig sailing through rough seas. The vessel is seen under shortened sail. Sailors are on deck . Framed. Oil on board, Stubbs was from Massachusetts. Oil Painting 24x31 H-L 10 lbs.

    Boston Harbor Auctions
  • WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (ME/MA, 1842-1909)
    Aug. 26, 2023

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (ME/MA, 1842-1909)

    Est: $5,000 - $7,000

    Unidentified racing yacht underway with Rose Island Light of Newport, RI in background, oil on canvas, signed lower left, in modern gold cove frame, OS: 27" x 41", SS: 21" x 35", cleaned and relined.

    Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
  • Oil on Canvas "Portrait of the Three-Masted Schooner Bushrod W. Hill"
    Aug. 06, 2023

    Oil on Canvas "Portrait of the Three-Masted Schooner Bushrod W. Hill"

    Est: $2,500 - $3,500

    Oil on Canvas "Portrait of the Three-Masted Schooner Bushrod W. Hill", unsigned and attributed to William Pearce Stubbs (1842-1909), in gold finish frame. Note: Canvas lined 24 in. x 36 in. Framed 27 in. x 38.5 in.

    Rafael Osona Auctions
  • ATTR TO WILLIAM STUBBS (1842-1909)
    Jul. 29, 2023

    ATTR TO WILLIAM STUBBS (1842-1909)

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    Unsigned. "Schooner Augusta E Herrick". Schooner in full sail exiting harbor in the state of Maine. The Augusta E Herrick was a Swan's Island mackeral schooner owned by William P Herrick. Painting purchased from Vose Galleries in 1970. 28 1/2" x 40" overall

    John McInnis Auctioneers
  • William Pierce Stubbs (1842 - 1909)
    Jun. 04, 2023

    William Pierce Stubbs (1842 - 1909)

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    William Pierce Stubbs (American, 1842 - 1909) Oil on Canvas. Signed lower left. Comes with family photograph of consignors great great grandparents with the painting hanging in their home (circe 1905). Condition: could use a light cleaning Sight Size: 14 x 20 in. Overall Framed Size: 17.25 x 23.25 in. William Pierce Stubbs was born in Orrington, Maine, in 1842. He was the son of a shipmaster, and he was probably master of his father's ship from 1863-73. By 1871 he painted what is likely his first ship portrait, and by 1876 he was listed as a marine painter in the Boston city directory. While there, Stubbs shared a studio with Wesley Webber. Later, he had studios in Boston, and Charlestown where it is likely that Badger was his student. Stubbs participated in the International Marine Exhibition of 1889, in Boston. His paintings are held in the collections at the Mariner's Museum, the Mystic Seaport Museum, the Beverly Historical Society, the Philadelphia Marine Museum, and the Smithsonian Institution.

    Helmuth Stone
  • LIGHT HOUSE OIL PAINTING WILLIAM STUBBS 1842-1909
    May. 14, 2023

    LIGHT HOUSE OIL PAINTING WILLIAM STUBBS 1842-1909

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    Oil painting on canvas by William Stubs (American 1842-1909), untitled. This is a dark painting taking place at night on the ocean. A light house sits on the shore and waves from a storm crash into the shore. The light house is tall and white house sits at the base. A ship sails dangerously close to the shore on the right side. Dark clouds fill the sky with a small piece of blue sky visible at the top. Signed on lower left. Good overall condition, some darkening of varnish, not examined out of frame. Gold painted period frame, framed measurements are 34.75" x 24.75" and canvas measurements are 20" x 30".

    District Auction
  • William Pierce Stubbs (1842-1909, MA, ME) The
    Apr. 15, 2023

    William Pierce Stubbs (1842-1909, MA, ME) The

    Est: $3,000 - $5,000

    ship Glide, second half of the 19th c. A seascape oil painting on canvas depicting the ship under full sail entering Rockport harbor. Signed lower left Stubbs. In the background is the Cape Ann Light Station. Sight size 22" x 36", overall 25 1/2" x 40". In a modern gilded frame. Shows four old repairs on the verso; inpainting and repaired areas in the sky and water under UV light. The Glide of Salem, MA was owned by Captain John Bertram, and used in the trade with Zanzibar in the 1860s. It was wrecked entering Tamatave off the east coast of Africa in 1885.

    Marion Antique Auctions
  • William Pierce Stubbs (American, 1842-1909) The Schooner William E. Downes
    Dec. 06, 2022

    William Pierce Stubbs (American, 1842-1909) The Schooner William E. Downes

    Est: $3,000 - $5,000

    William Pierce Stubbs (American, 1842-1909) The Schooner William E. Downes Signed 'W.P.Stubbs' bottom left, oil on canvas 22 1/4 x 36 in. (56.5 x 91.4cm) Provenance Private Collection, New Jersey. Canvas has been relined and taped. Light craquelure present throughout center sky but in stable condition. Creases present in the canvas at top center right sky across the top of the sails. Spots of scattered inpainting present under UV. Inpainting present at upper left corner as well as at the center of the right most sail. Please see specialist photos for details. Frame: 28 x 42 in.

    Freeman's
  • WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (MAINE / MASSACHUSETTS, 1842-1909) PORTRAIT OF THE SHIP "SAMUEL H. HAWES"
    Nov. 19, 2022

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (MAINE / MASSACHUSETTS, 1842-1909) PORTRAIT OF THE SHIP "SAMUEL H. HAWES"

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (MAINE / MASSACHUSETTS, 1842-1909) PORTRAIT OF THE SHIP "SAMUEL H. HAWES", vessel in full sail, flying an American flag, lighthouse in the distance, signed lower left. Unframed.

    Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates
  • WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909), White-hulled clipper at sea., Oil on canvas, 26" x 42". Framed 32" x 48".
    Nov. 17, 2022

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909), White-hulled clipper at sea., Oil on canvas, 26" x 42". Framed 32" x 48".

    Est: $5,000 - $7,000

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909 White-hulled clipper at sea. Signed and dated lower left "W.P. Stubbs 85".

    Eldred's
  • WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (ME/MA, 1842-1909)
    Nov. 12, 2022

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (ME/MA, 1842-1909)

    Est: $5,000 - $7,000

    American Line Steam/Sail Ship "SS Kensington", oil on canvas, signed lower left, a port view at sea, underway, flying a red and white shipping company burgee, having seven figures on deck, working a choppy sea with all sail set. Housed in a gilt molded panel frame with ship's name tag, OS: 30" x 42", SS: 23 3/4" x 35 3/4", cleaned and relined, fine craquelure.

    Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
  • WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS, (American, 1842-1909), The Joshua Lovett, oil on canvas, 22 x 36 in., frame: 25 3/4 x 39 3/4 in.
    Nov. 05, 2022

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS, (American, 1842-1909), The Joshua Lovett, oil on canvas, 22 x 36 in., frame: 25 3/4 x 39 3/4 in.

    Est: $3,000 - $5,000

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (American, 1842-1909) The Joshua Lovett oil on canvas signed W. P. Stubbs lower left

    Grogan & Company
  • WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (ME/MA, 1842-1909)
    Aug. 27, 2022

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (ME/MA, 1842-1909)

    Est: $5,000 - $7,000

    American Line Steam/Sail Ship "SS Kensington", oil on canvas, signed lower left, a port view at sea, underway, flying a red and white shipping company burgee, having seven figures on deck, working a choppy sea with all sail set. Housed in a gilt molded panel frame with ship's name tag, OS: 30" x 42", SS: 23 3/4" x 35 3/4", cleaned and relined, fine craquelure.

    Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
  • WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909), Steam/sail vessel Saturn., Oil on canvas, 26” x 42”. Framed 34” x 49.5”.
    Aug. 05, 2022

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909), Steam/sail vessel Saturn., Oil on canvas, 26” x 42”. Framed 34” x 49.5”.

    Est: $3,000 - $5,000

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909 Steam/sail vessel Saturn. Signed lower left "W.P. Stubbs".

    Eldred's
  • WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909), Portrait of the John E. Sanford., Oil on canvas, 24" x 36". Framed 29.5" x 42".
    Aug. 05, 2022

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909), Portrait of the John E. Sanford., Oil on canvas, 24" x 36". Framed 29.5" x 42".

    Est: $3,000 - $5,000

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS Maine/Massachusetts, 1842-1909 Portrait of the John E. Sanford. Signed lower left "Stubbs".

    Eldred's
  • WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (ME/MA, 1842-1909)
    Jul. 09, 2022

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (ME/MA, 1842-1909)

    Est: $5,000 - $7,000

    American Line Steam/Sail Ship "SS Kensington", oil on canvas, signed lower left, a port view at sea, underway, flying a red and white shipping company burgee, having seven figures on deck, working a choppy sea with all sail set. Housed in a gilt molded panel frame with ship's name tag, OS: 30" x 42", SS: 23 3/4" x 35 3/4", cleaned and relined, fine craquelure.

    Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
  • WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (ME/MA, 1842-1909)
    Jul. 09, 2022

    WILLIAM PIERCE STUBBS (ME/MA, 1842-1909)

    Est: $5,000 - $7,000

    American Three-Mast Schooner "Mary L. Peters", oil on canvas, signed lower left, a port view at sea on the coast, lighthouse above cliffs, the boat underway, flying the shipping company burgee, having six figures on deck, on a relatively calm sea with all sail set. Housed in a gilt gesso cove frame, OS: 32 1/2" x 46 1/2", SS: 21 1/2" x 35 1/2", cleaned and relined, fine craquelure.

    Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
  • Painting, Attributed to William Pierce Stubbs
    May. 22, 2022

    Painting, Attributed to William Pierce Stubbs

    Est: $500 - $700

    Attributed to William Pierce Stubbs (American, 1842-1909), Untitled, oil on panel, signed lower left, panel: 8"h x 10"w, overall (with frame): 14.5"h x 16.5"w

    Clars Auctions
  • William Pierce Stubbs American, 1842-1909 The Dreadnaught
    May. 04, 2022

    William Pierce Stubbs American, 1842-1909 The Dreadnaught

    Est: $2,000 - $4,000

    William Pierce Stubbs American, 1842-1909 The Dreadnaught Signed W. P. Stubbs (ll) Oil on canvas 22 x 35 inches C 

    DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
  • WILLIAM STUBBS, (American, 1842-1909), Schooner 'Alice S. Hawkes', oil on canvas, 22 x 32 in., frame: 26 x 36 in.
    May. 01, 2022

    WILLIAM STUBBS, (American, 1842-1909), Schooner 'Alice S. Hawkes', oil on canvas, 22 x 32 in., frame: 26 x 36 in.

    Est: $3,000 - $5,000

    WILLIAM STUBBS (American, 1842-1909) Schooner 'Alice S. Hawkes' oil on canvas signed Stubbs lower left

    Grogan & Company
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