Description
Drawing of a street vendor and his donkey by artist Walter Shirlaw (1838-1909). Shirlaw was born in Scotland and immigrated with his parents to America soon after. He was one of the first instructors at the Art Students League of New York, a member of the National Academy of Design, and a founder of the Society of American Artists. Shirlaw moved to Spain in 1904 and died there in 1909.
Signed lower left and inscribed "Madrid" on verso.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Overall good condition.
Origin:
Spain
Materials & Techniques:
Drawing/Sketching Materials
Details:
Art Subjects: Animals
Country of Origin: Spain
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Unframed
Signed lower left and inscribed "Madrid" on verso.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Overall good condition.
Origin:
Spain
Materials & Techniques:
Drawing/Sketching Materials
Details:
Art Subjects: Animals
Country of Origin: Spain
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Unframed
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Overall good condition.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
5.5 x 9 x 0.1 in
Walter Shirlaw Drawing of Donkey on Madrid Street
Estimate $180-$340
Starting Bid
$90
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The Collector's Art & Design Edit
Oct 6, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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