Lot #46
Ernest J. Hutchins

Old Fort Douglas, Red River 1815 - 1835

Watercolour on paper, circa 1910
12 x 16 in (30.5 x 40.6 cm)
20.5 x 24.5 in (52.1 x 62.2 cm) including frame
Auction has closed
Closed: Mar 27, 07:45:51 PM CDT
Ends in Syncing countdown clock
Closed: Mar 27, 07:45:51 PM CDT
Auction Estimate $300.00 - $500.00
Price Realized: $570.00
(Includes Buyer's Premium)
Paddle Registration
ID: 11-5215-2214962
Old
Old
Old

Ernest J. Hutchins

1880 - 1935

Ernest John Hutchins (c.1880-1935) was an English-born artist who made a significant contribution to Canadian historical art during his time in Winnipeg and the Canadian Rockies from 1907 to 1912. Specializing in historical imagery, Hutchins became known for his detailed depictions of Old Fort Garry, capturing the essence of this pivotal Hudson's Bay Company fort that played a crucial role in the development of the Canadian West. His paintings documented the strategic British outpost named after Nicholas Garry, preserving visual records of this important Prairie trade route and military garrison during its heyday in 1859.

After marrying Gertrude Mable Milnes in Middlesex County, England in 1904, Hutchins immigrated to Canada where he established himself as a skilled historical painter. The couple had five children: Lily, John Herbert Paul "Jack" (1907), Mildred Matilda Mary (1909), Edna Maude (1912), and Sylvia Katharine Mary (1921-1989). Though his time in Canada was relatively brief, Hutchins' artistic legacy remains significant for his careful documentation of Upper and Lower Fort Garry, preserving visual connections to Manitoba's past. He eventually returned to England where he died of tuberculosis in Lincolnshire on June 8, 1935.

Canadian Fine Art Auction

March 13 - March 27, 2025

Hosted by
Mayberry Fine Art Logo

212 McDermot Ave, Winnipeg MB
(204) 255-5690
mayberryfineart.com
[email protected]

Contact us to make an appointment to preview this item or to sell similar works.

Buyer's Premium
A buyer's premium of 20% will be added to the winning bid.
Bidding Increments
Bidding begins at the reserve price and advances at the following increments:
Bidding Range
Increment
$0.00 - $500.00 $10.00
$500.00 - $1,000.00 $25.00
$1,000.00 - $5,000.00 $50.00
$5,000.00 - $10,000.00 $100.00
$10,000.00 - $20,000.00 $200.00
$20,000.00 - $50,000.00 $500.00
$50,000.00 - $100,000.00 $1,000.00
$100,000.00+ $5,000.00
How to Bid

Login or register a BidLots.com account to participate in any auction. Track specific lots and artists with real-time notifications on all bidding activity.

Frequently Asked Questions

Bidding approval generally requires three simple steps.

1. Create a Bid Lots account
2. Confirm your email address
3. Create a valid billing profile

Bid Lots and/or the auctioneer may choose to revoke your bidding privledges if your account is not in good standing or your activity is in conflict with our standard terms and conditions of sale.

The buyer’s premium is an additional percentage charged to the winning bidder. The buyer’s premiums may vary from auction to auction, typically ranging from 10% to 20%. Buyer’s premiums will be displayed on detailed lot listings and paddle registration forms.

Bidding begins at the reserve price and advances at set increments based on the bidding range. The specific bidding increaments may vary from auction to auction, however the next bid and subsequent increaments will always be clearly defined on detailed lot listings. Maximum Bids and Single Bids can only be placed within the pre-defined bidding increaments ensuring that no two bidders can place identical bids on an item. View individual lot detail pages to see a complete range of bidding increaments for that item.

Requests to cancel a single bid are at the sole descretion of the auctioneer. Maximum bids can be increased but cannot be decreased unless premitted by the auctioneer. Requests to cancel a bid or to alter a maximum bid will be denied if the specific lot is scheduled to close in less than 24 hours or if the lot has significant interest or activity.

To request that a bid be cancelled or to change a maximum bid use the "Ask a question" button on the detailed lot listing.

You will receive an email notification when you have successfully won an auction. You will also see the item listed on your "Bidding Results" page and if you are logged into the site you will see a highlighted message on the auction catalogue pages and auction listings.

Shipping requirements may vary on different items depending on location and size or weight of an item. When registering for a specific auction you will be provided options to clarify your preferred shipping instructions. The auctioneer will also review and provide specific shipping quotes or options following the close of an auction. If you have specific shipping requirements or are unsure of the shipping constraints on a specific item please contact the auctioneer prior to bidding.

Following the close of an auction the auctioneer will provide a detailed invoice for all items you have won. They may contact you before a final invoice is prepared to confirm or review specific shipping instructions. Payment is due once a final invoice is provided and can be submitted online by credit card, or made by EFT (Electronic Fund Transfer), bank draft or international wire transfer. Any outstanding balance will be automatically charged to your registered credit card 5 days following the close of an auction.

Collector Profile Required
You must login to your collector profile to continue. Use the login or register button below to create your collector profile.
With a collector profile you can:
  • Follow items and recieve bidding notifications
  • Receive new listing alerts for your favorite artists & creators
  • Submit specific questions to the auctioneer
  • Request condition reports
  • Request shipping quotes

For general inquiries please view our contact details

Email Verification Required
A verified email address is required to continue. Use the verification button below to confirm your email address.
© 2025 Mayberry Holdings Ltd. All Rights Reserved. (v.7079723276)