Property Description

AUCTION
Offered by Chadds Ford Township
“Painter’s Folly” Historically Preserved Home c. 1857
Own a Masterpiece of American History
Chadds Ford Township, Delaware County, PA
October 22, 2026

An Icon of the Brandywine Valley:
- Historically Significant Landmark – National Register listed Italianate residence originally constructed circa 1856-1857 and recognized as one of Chadds Ford’s most architecturally distinctive homes.
- Situated on approximately 3.68± scenic acres with preserved open space, protected viewsheds, and an exceptional setting overlooking the Brandywine Valley landscape.
- Grand Historic Residence – Three-story home encompassing approximately 6,970± square feet with a signature Belvedere, wraparound porch, soaring ceilings, period detailing, and remarkable historic character.
- Extraordinary Artistic Legacy – Once home to the Howard Pyle School of Illustration and associated with renowned artists including N.C. Wyeth, Frank Schoonover, and Andrew Wyeth, who frequently painted the property.
- Protected for Generations – Conservation and façade easements safeguard the property’s historic architecture, scenic setting, and enduring legacy.
- Premier Brandywine Valley Location – Located in sought-after Chadds Ford near the Brandywine River Museum of Art, Brandywine Battlefield Park, Wilmington, and Philadelphia, offering a unique blend of culture, history, recreation, and countryside living

LIVE on-site Auction with Simulcast Internet Bidding: Thursday, October 22nd at 11 AM
Property Previews: Thursday, October 1st, 3-5 pm & Saturday, October 10th, 12-2 pm

Call today or visit our website for more details and download the Property Information Package.

Kevin Neal PA Auctioneer #AU006046

Property History

One of the Brandywine Valley’s most storied residences. Originally constructed circa 1857, this remarkable three-story Italianate mansion is situated on 3.6± preserved acres along historic Baltimore Pike in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania. The property is celebrated for its architectural significance, its role as the home base of Howard Pyle’s influential Chadds Ford summer art school and the emerging Brandywine School of Art, and its association with renowned artists including N.C. Wyeth and Andrew Wyeth. Today, the home stands as a rare landmark where history, art, and preservation converge in one extraordinary offering.