Antique silver Greek Orthodox double-sided, carved wood blessing cross, Greece, Holy Mount Athos, 18th century (1700-1800 A.D.).
The front is finely carved with an image of Christ crucified on the cross. Above the crucifixion scene, there is a divine eye that adds a touch of emotional and spiritual depth to the artwork.
The reverse is finely carved with a standing, robed figure of the Mother of God.
The cross is enclosed in a silver casing that adds elegance and durability...
A colorful original work, NOT A PRINT, the subject a complete delicious fantasy, of mermaids and fish, , signed at lower left margin in pencil by noted California contemporary artist SALLY HUSS (1940-). The work, 19" by 28 3/4" as framed, is typical of the artist's output----always colorful in the extreme, and whimsical, the subjects landscape, florals, or fantasy. On the reverse, the artist has inscribed "Merry Christmas To Bridget and Katie", and then also signed her name again...
Large round ceramic wall sculpture by artist, Peter Voulkos (1924-2002). Wheel thrown with tears, incisions and imbedded chunks of material. The back has drips of blue glaze and is signed by Voulkos. The base is wrapped with the original wire installed by the artist in order to hang the piece on a wall. Dated 1973.
Peter Voulkos was inspired by the American painters of the New York School, focusing on infusing the spontaneous energy of Abstract Expressionism into his work...
Large round ceramic wall sculpture by artist, Peter Voulkos (1924-2002). Wheel thrown with splashes of glaze. The back is signed by Voulkos. The base is wrapped with the original wire installed by the artist in order to hang the piece on a wall. Dated 1983.
Peter Voulkos was inspired by the American painters of the New York School, focusing on infusing the spontaneous energy of Abstract Expressionism into his work...
Bronze abstract sculpture titled "Ribar" by artist Peter Voulkos (1924-2002). In the early 1970's and in addition to his ceramic pieces, Voulkos was well known for his large bronze sculptures like "Hall of Justice" in San Francisco, "Hiro II" outside of the San Francisco War Memorial Opera House in Civic Center, "Mr Ishi" at the Oakland Museum of California, and "Sirius" in Shannon Park, Dublin, California. This sculpture is signed on the rectangular section by Voulkos...
This is a rarely encountered 1971 lithograph by the noted American Social Realist artist Raphael Soyer (1899-1987), the image measuring 13" by 11", the entire sheet of heavy paper 19" by 15". The work is signed in pencil at lower right and numbered 43/100 at lower left...
A PAIR of woodcut prints on very delicate thin paper, one featuring a decorative flower vase and perhaps a tomato or pomegranate, the other a dragon design ceramic with that same tomato/pomegranate, identically framed, each measuring 9 1/4" by 13" (17" by 20" framed). Each includes the artist stamp of Julie Brix. One retains its old Gumps department store sticker...
A contemporary screenprint, the imagery forming the letters for "LOVE", pencil signed at lower right and numbered 98/100 examples at lower left, by noted British illustrator and commercial artist Helen Lang. The matted print is currently housed in a white laminated wood frame, measuring 24" by 20" in that frame. GLASS IS CRACKED AT LOWER RIGHT so print will be shipped without glass...
A fine color etching, "Park Avenue", circa 1929, by the noted Austro-Hungarian etcher, painter, and printmaker Luigi Kasimir (1881-1962). The scarce vintage print is in apparent excellent condition (not examined out of frame). Measurements are 17 3/4" by 11 1/4" inside the mat, 26" by 19" framed. Kasimir is known today largely for his prints of street and city scenes in both Europe and America, rendered in fine detail, as color etchings, a process in which he was a pioneer...
For the marine and nautical art collector, an oil on canvas painting of a cargo ship in harbor, not shown in its entirety, the focus on the stern and upper structure of the boat including the stack. The painting is signed at lower right "R C Harrington" and dated there 1930. Measurements are 20" by 25" and 26" by 31" as framed...
Lithograph on paper, the image visually striking, of three zebras with their stripes, the sheet 18" by 22" (24 1/2" by 33" framed in quality black wood frame with linen liner and inner fillet), signed lower right and numbered 44/200 at lower left by the important Swiss modern artist HANS ERNI (1909-2015). The artist, deceased in 2015 at the impressive age of 106, had a long and distinguished career as painter, sculptor, and designer...
Painting on wood panel, mixed media, acrylic and ink, 36" by 36", unframed, featuring a young woman and a greyhound or whippet type dog in a vaguely sketched out mysterious landscape, signed lower right and signed again on reverse, where it is titled "Portrait of the Apprentice" and dated 2005, by noted Canadian contemporary artist and illustrator Ben Tour, born 1977 in Toronto, Canada. The work is of an impressive size and would make for an excellent contemporary addition to your modern home. ...
Lithograph print, circa 1970, "Birds of Peace", signed at lower right by its creator, the noted Jewish-American artist Chaim Gross (1904-1991), and numbered at lower left margin 135/150. The print, 15" by 11 3/4" inside the mat, 23" by 19" as framed, is in excellent condition; evidently it was framed and presented in Chicago in 1974 to a gentleman presented with the Humanitarian Award by The American Jewish Committee. Gross was born in eastern Europe, fleeing turmoil and persecution as an Hasi...
Charming small round painting in the original gold wood frame, 9 1/2" diameter as framed, the subject given on the reverse of the board in the artist's own handwriting: "Heilige Nacht in Villingen" ("Holy Night in Villingen"), also, "N. gem. v. Albert Sager" ("painted/executed by Albert Sager") signed there including the artist's most unusual monogram which includes the date of execution, 1922. That monogram is also incised carefully in the wet paint on the front side at right. The artist, Al...
Oil on board painting titled on reverse "MORNING FOG", with artist's Laguna Beach stamp nearby, 16" by 20" (22" by 26" framed), signed lower left and dated there 1954, the subject a coast with rocky promontories and foreground beach, by listed artist Edward L. Fernsten (1892-1980). Fernsten was born in Oakville, California in the Napa Valley. He was largely self-taught but did have some instruction time under Boardman Robinson and Robert Graham. The creator of approximately 100 etchings, he b...
An antique COPY of the 1886 painting "Emperor Justinian" (also known as "Justinian in Council"), by famous French artist Benjamin Constant (1845-1902) known for his Orientalist works and excellence as an academic painter. This copy is clearly marked with the name of the talented copyist at lower left, adjacent to a fair facsimile of the Constant signature. The original work is currently displayed by the Ringling Museum of Sarasota, Florida; it is enormous, at over 13 feet by 22 feet. A 2019 o...
An excellent example of the watercolor work by the noted New Orleans artist NESTOR FRUGE (1916-2011), 14 1/2" by 10 3/4" (20 1/2" by 16 3/4" framed), featuring the famous and often-painted Brulatour Courtyard in New Orleans. Fruge painted mostly watercolors and was a familiar and beloved part of the Jackson Square tourist scene in New Orleans for decades. He painted mainly French Quarter scenes but also on occasion works such as bayou swamp landscape. Fruge's art traveled home with innumerable t...
Oil on canvas impressionist still life of flowers, 24" by 30" (30" by 36" in the vintage, period frame), signed at lower right by listed California artist Edwin L. Forker (1876-1958). Born in Pennsylvania, Forker was in California by 1918. He is known today for the body of decorative paintings he left for posterity. This work is in excellent condition, having come directly from a West Los Angeles house where it was displayed for many years.
Impressionist painting of harborside buildings, apparently American as original "$70.00" price on reverse appears adjacent to title "Fishing Village" and the 1965 date---although the subject appears more European. Work is on Masonite, and measures 18" by 22" as framed in white and black painted wood. That framing is scuffed and soiled, shows its age. If you are handy and so inclined you could restore it nicely, retaining the original period look, or, re-frame. Signature at lower right looks ...
"Flowers on a Blue Table" , small oil painting by Henrietta Berk (1919-1990).
An American artist who specialized in expressive oil paintings in vibrant colors using bold brush strokes. She graduated from California College of Arts and Crafts in 1959 where she studied with Richard Diebenkorn and became a part of the Bay Area Figurative Movement. Her work has been exhibited in galleries and museums throughout California including the San Francisco Museum of Art, Oakland Art Museum, and...
Collage in paper by Wallace Berman. Constellations and Hebrew characters on green paper with wooden frame. "For Desiree Sept 23.72" and "Love, W" in pencil.
Wallace Berman (American 1926-1976) was born in Staten Island, NY. He moved to Los Angeles and then to San Francisco where he started his magazine "Semina" which he filled with his poetry, photographs, writing and drawing. He was influenced by Jazz and Rock n Roll, becoming associated with the Beat movement.
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A scarce and desirable lithograph by Vietnamese master artist Vu Cao Dam (1908-2000), titled "Mother and Child" or "Maternite", 1969, pencil signed by the artist and numbered 119/150 at lower left (hidden by the present mat). The piece measures 26" by 20" inside that mat and 33" by 26 1/2" in white frame. Will be shipped without glass or rolled in a sturdy plastic tube (email to discuss). The print is clean and colors fresh. Vietnamese historical art has been climbing dramatically in value f...
Original lithograph poster issued in 1974 in an edition of 5,000, for the unveiling of a mural by Marc Chagall at the Four Seasons, Chicago. The colors are bright and unfaded. Measurements are 33 1/2" by 22 1/2" (42" by 30" framed) . Due to the danger posed by shipping glass, even when taped, this will be shipped flat or if preferred by buyer, can be rolled in a hard plastic tube (at a significantly lower shipping cost). Email to discuss.
Antique, circa 1910 unsigned watercolor on paper painting of a red-headed young woman with elaborate hat, carrying roses, 12" by 9 3/4" in modern-day but attractive and complementary gold framing. There are old condition issues (cracks in the board) at top portion in the hat, and hair, extending to the top edge. These were amateurishly taped on the back side. When I acquired this, my senior eyes didn't even pick out the issue, as the imperfections appeared to blend naturally into her hair, ha...
Oil on canvas painting, unsigned, 24" by 12", in pinkish wood strip framing. The colors of the painting could be described as creamy light pink with some green. The work might have some age as it appears that "12-81" is written on the stretcher, possibly a date; and olden-days "$2.03" price is stamped on inside of the frame. There is a three-dimensional relief in places, where the artist spread the paint. No varnish, dull surface.
Verifax (Kodak) collage by Wallace Berman. Series of four hands on paper mounted on wooden panel with wooden frame.
Dedication on reverse "For Marie 12.25.70" and signed "Wallace B".
Wallace Berman (American 1926-1976) was born in Staten Island, NY. He moved to Los Angeles and then to San Francisco where he started his magazine "Semina" which he filled with his poetry, photographs, writing and drawing. He was influenced by Jazz and Rock n Roll, becoming associated with the ...
Oil on canvas painting of the famous Rialto Bridge in Venice, Italy, signed at lower right with a signature that looks like Gianni XXXX, and dated there 2000, the piece measuring 17" by 23" in green framing. The work is nicely painted, the water reflections handled well. Condition is excellent. This should bring back fond memories of a trip to the world-renowned antique historic city.
Signed, titled, and dated. Neatly gold framed late work of California Native, John Saccaro (1913-1981) attract oil painting. Signed Saccaro/1980.
BayArea native John Saccaro was a major contributor to the San Francisco school of Abstract Expressionism. After studying at the California School of Fine Arts in San Francisco in 1954, he began a teaching career at UCLA where he further developed his signature style. Saccaro’s utilization of slashing, angular brush work and high contrast color p...
Colorful poster "Nichols Canyon", after the famous 1980 Hollywood Hills painting by world-renowned British-born artist now associated with Southern California, David Hockney (born 1937). The offset lithograph measures 35 1/2" by 23" inside the white laminate frame. That framing suggests that this is a vintage print and not a later reproduction. I have not opened this to inspect; the lettering at bottom "David Hockney A Retrospective", with none of the information "The Metropolitan Museum of A...
Painting on coarse burlap of an angel girl-child, 24" by 18" (32" by 26" in the original Mexican wood frame), in the highly recognizable style of noted Mexican artist JOSE MARIA DE SERVIN (1917-1983). The artist, who was actually born in Michigan, was taken at the age of two months to Guadalajara, where he was to become well known as a painter, sculptor, and muralist. Early in life he was a member of Young Painters of Jalisco, and went on to assist the great Orozco on a mural at the Legislativ...
Painting on coarse burlap of an angel girl-child, 24" by 18" (32" by 26" in the original Mexican wood frame), in the highly recognizable style of noted Mexican artist JOSE MARIA DE SERVIN (1917-1983). The artist, who was actually born in Michigan, was taken at the age of two months to Guadalajara, where he was to become well known as a painter, sculptor, and muralist. Early in life he was a member of Young Painters of Jalisco, and went on to assist the great Orozco on a mural at the Legislativ...
An impressively detailed circa 1860's watercolor of Lausanne in western Switzerland, signed at lower right by listed French artist Achille Gratien Gallier (1814-1871). The 150 year old work is in excellent condition, appearing to have been done yesterday. The scene is the Cathedral of Notre Dame (dating to as early as 1170) and nearby buildings, with tiny figures in the foreground, and even their hound dogs playing at lower left. Measurements are 10 1/4" by 9 1/4" and 17 1/4" by 16" in a mode...
Oil on canvasboard painting of Paris Montmartre section, the dome of famous Sacre Coeur looming white in the distance above the rooftops, signed lower left "Michel" and dated there 1960. The work measures 24" by 18" (27" by 21" in simple white wood framing). The piece has beautiful depth and a balanced satisfying palette of colors. Condition is excellent.
A beautifully painted work in oil on panel, featuring a snowy landscape with buildings and foreground pond, 24" by 32" (32" by 44 1/2" as framed), circa 1960's, signed lower right by the noted Canadian impressionist artist Tom Roberts (also known as Thomas Keith Roberts), 1909-1998. An original label on the reverse gives the title as "Late Winter---Bowmanville Mill". Bowmanville is a town east of Toronto in Ontario, Canada. Painting is in excellent vintage condition; cleaning/varnish would be...
Classic watercolor work by Florida's well-listed impressionist artist, EMMETT FRITZ (1917-1995), the 6 3/4" by 9 1/2" work (14" by 16 3/4" framed) a view down one of the streets in the historic downtown area of St. Augustine on Florida's northeast coast. The piece is in fresh, clean condition with no issues. The pink, blue and green colors in this particular example are very nice. Written on the backing is "Saint Augustine 1982/Went with Evelyn Stuart, Dolly Balker". The artist was born in Ka...
A fabulous lithograph by Belorussian born master artist Marc Chagall 1887-1985, possibly done from a linoleum cut. The work features his series of “Brides” done circa 1950s-1960s in very saturated colors on French paper, possibly by his lithographers Mourlot of France. Measuring 35” x 24”………..
An early modernist, he was associated with several major artistic styles and created works in a wide range of artistic formats, including painting, drawings, book illustrations, stained g...