Milton Avery Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Milton Avery Art Value Price Guide

May. 10, 2025
MILTON AVERY, (American, 1885-1965), Two Fishermen, gouache on paper, sheet: 13 x 20 in.; sight: 12 1/4 x 19 in., frame: 16 3/4 x 23 1/8
Est: $30,000 - $50,000
MILTON AVERY (American, 1885-1965) Two Fishermen gouache on paper signed Milton Avery lower left
Grogan & Company
May. 08, 2025
MILTON CLARK AVERY, American 1885-1965, Lush Landscape, 1936, pencil on paper, 8 1/4 x 10 3/4 in. (21 x 27.3 cm.) (sight), Frame: 14 1/2 x 17 x 1 1/4 in. (36.8 x 43.2 x 3.2 cm.)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
MILTON CLARK AVERY American, 1885-1965 Lush Landscape, 1936 pencil on paper signed lower right "Milton Avery"
Shannon's
May. 08, 2025
MILTON CLARK AVERY, American 1885-1965, "Rosy Moon", 1951, monotype on paper, 18 x 24 in. (45.7 x 61 cm.), Frame: 28 x 33 x 1 1/4 in. (71.1 x 83.8 x 3.2 cm.)
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
MILTON CLARK AVERY American, 1885-1965 "Rosy Moon", 1951 monotype on paper signed and dated lower left "Milton Avery 1951"
Shannon's
May. 01, 2025
Milton Avery (1885-1965), LITTLE GIRL, 1936 [L. 11]
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Milton Avery (1885-1965), American LITTLE GIRL, 1936 [L. 11] drypoint and etching in black on wove paper signed, dated, and numbered 60/60 image 8.7 x 4.8 in — 22.2 x 12.1 cm Estimate: $1,500—2,500 CAD
Waddington's
Apr. 25, 2025
Milton Clark Avery
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Milton Clark Avery (New York, 1885-1965) RECLINING NUDE, 1941 drypoint, framed, signed & numbered 21/100 sight H4 5/8" W7 3/4" Provenance: Private collection Other Notes: Verso with label: Associated American Artist, New York, certificate, No. 899
Charlton Hall
Apr. 25, 2025
Milton Clark Avery
Est: $800 - $1,200
Milton Clark Avery (New York, 1885-1965) NUDE, 1953 woodcut, framed, signed & numbered 15/23 sight H5" W12 3/8" Provenance: Private collection
Charlton Hall
Apr. 18, 2025
Milton Avery (American, 1885-1965) Oil on Canvas Board 1944, 'Mama's Boy' H 20" W 16"
Est: $100,000 - $150,000
Signed and dated lower left quadrant. As noted in the letter dated October 5th, 1978, from Sally M. Avery, the subjects were Tirza Karlis, the Provincetown art dealer and her son. In addition to the correspondence between Albert Goldman, President of Gallery Gemini and Sally M. Avery, there is a letter from Donald Morris Gallery Inc, New York, New York dated December 3, 1998, in regard to the insurance appraisal issued by Donald F. Morris. Provenance: Mr. Albert Goldman, President, Gallery Gemini, Inc., Palm Beach, Florida (accompanied by a letter from Sally M. Avery to Mr. Albert Goldman dated October 5th, 1978); From a Prominent Art Collection, Franklin, Michigan Dimensions: 1 PC x H 20" W 16"
DuMouchelles
Apr. 17, 2025
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965). Goat Wading. oil on canvasboard24 x 36 in. (61 x
Est: $60,000 - $80,000
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965). Goat Wading. oil on canvasboard24 x 36 in. (61 x 91.4 cm.).
Christie's
Apr. 17, 2025
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965). Rainbow. oil on canvas34 x 52 in. (86.4 x 132.1 c
Est: $100,000 - $150,000
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965). Rainbow. oil on canvas34 x 52 in. (86.4 x 132.1 cm.).
Christie's
Apr. 17, 2025
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965). Bearded Recorder Player. oil on canvasboard24 x 1
Est: $50,000 - $70,000
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965). Bearded Recorder Player. oil on canvasboard24 x 17 ¾ in. (61 x 45 cm.).
Christie's
Apr. 17, 2025
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965). Town Laundress. gouache, watercolor and charcoal
Est: $25,000 - $35,000
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965). Town Laundress. gouache, watercolor and charcoal on paper30 ¾ x 22 ¼ in. (78.1 x 56.5 cm.).
Christie's
Apr. 17, 2025
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965). Sun Over Firs. watercolor on paper22 ¼ x 30 ¾ in.
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965). Sun Over Firs. watercolor on paper22 ¼ x 30 ¾ in. (56.5 x 78.1 cm.).
Christie's
Apr. 17, 2025
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965). Window on the Bay. oil on canvas48 x 32 in. (121.
Est: $200,000 - $300,000
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965). Window on the Bay. oil on canvas48 x 32 in. (121.9 x 81.3 cm.).
Christie's
Apr. 17, 2025
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965). Blue Teapot. oil on canvasboard16 x 20 in. (40.6
Est: $30,000 - $50,000
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965). Blue Teapot. oil on canvasboard16 x 20 in. (40.6 x 50.8 cm.).
Christie's
Apr. 17, 2025
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965). Two Fish. oil on canvasboard9 x 12 in. (22.9 x 30
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965). Two Fish. oil on canvasboard9 x 12 in. (22.9 x 30.5 cm.).
Christie's
Apr. 15, 2025
MILTON AVERY (1885 - 1965) Child Cutting.
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
MILTON AVERY (1885 - 1965) Child Cutting. Drypoint, 1936. 130x173 mm; 5⅛x6¾ inches, full margins. Signed, dated and numbered 84/100 in pencil, lower margin. Lunn 9.
Swann Auction Galleries
Mar. 23, 2025
Milton Avery (1885- 1965) Vintage Original Framed Lithograph 1950
Est: $300 - $500
Vintage American modernist print by Milton Avery (1885- 1965). Signed in the plate. Framed. Measuring 17 by 19 inches overall and 9 by 12 painting alone. Please see all images for condition. Size is measured and written on the back of the painting. The first size is the overall size, the second size is the image size. For detailed condition questions please email hello@curatedgallery.com
Curated Gallery Auctions
Mar. 15, 2025
ATTR TO MILTON AVERY AMERICAN LANDSCAPE PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Oil on canvas painting. Attributed to Milton Clark Avery, 1885 to 1965, an American artist known as a colorist focused on serene mood, harmony, and rounded shapes. Although never associated with a particular movement, Avery was a key modernist who influenced succeeding generations of artists including Color Field painters Mark Rothko and Adolph Gottlieb. This lot represents a beach view. Signed and dated 1957 in the lower right. Golden frame. Collectible Mid Century Modernist Fine Art.
Antique Arena Inc
Mar. 06, 2025
MILTON AVERY (1885 - 1965) Two Female Nudes at a Drawing Table.
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
MILTON AVERY (1885 - 1965) Two Female Nudes at a Drawing Table. Pencil on paper. 280x218 mm; 11x8½ inches. Signed in pencil, lower right. Provenance Swann Auction Galleries, New York, June 10, 2004, lot 7. Private collection, Wisconsin.
Swann Auction Galleries
Mar. 01, 2025
Milton Avery Drawing, Female Nude Figure
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Milton Avery (American, 1885-1965) Marking(s); notes: signed Materials: pencil on paper Dimensions (H, W, D): 11"h, 8.5"w; 17"h, 15"w frame Additional Information: Drawings & Watercolors
Palm Beach Modern Auctions
Feb. 28, 2025
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965) Eastern Point Lighthouse MILTON AVERY (1885-1965)
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965) Eastern Point Lighthouse MILTON AVERY (1885-1965) Eastern Point Lighthouse signed and inscribed illegibly 'Milton Avery' (lower right) lithographic crayon on paper 81⁄2 x 11 in. (21.6 x 27.9 cm.) Executed circa 1930. This lot is accompanied by a letter of opinion from The Milton and Sally Avery Arts Foundation.
Christie's
Feb. 28, 2025
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965) Sunbather MILTON AVERY (1885-1965) Sunbather sign
Est: $30,000 - $50,000
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965) Sunbather MILTON AVERY (1885-1965) Sunbather signed and dated 'Milton Avery 1948' (lower left); signed again, titled and dated again '"Sunbather" Milton Avery 1948' (on the reverse) graphite and watercolor on paper 11 x 301⁄2 in. (27.9 x 77.5 cm.) Executed in 1948. This work is accompanied by a letter of opinion from The Milton and Sally Avery Arts Foundation.
Christie's
Feb. 25, 2025
Milton Avery (1885-1965), "Two Nudes - Standing and Sitting"
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Milton Avery (1885-1965) "Two Nudes - Standing and Sitting" Graphite and ink on China paper Signed lower right: Milton Avery; titled and inscribed in pencil in another hand, verso: " 'Two Nudes -Standing and Sitting' by Milton Avery 17 x 14 ink & pencil n.d."
John Moran Auctioneers
Feb. 20, 2025
MILTON AVERY, BLUE 'HEAD' ARTIST'S PROOF WOODCUT
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Milton Clark Avery (American, 1885-1965). "Head" - 1955, color woodcut on Japon paper, pencil signed and dated to LR, numbered "Artists Proof" to LL. Framed. Provenance: Private Collection, Atlanta, GA. Approximate dimensions: image h. 11.875" w. 9.5"; frame h. 25", w. 21.25", d. 1.375".
Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
Jan. 28, 2025
Attrib: Milton Clark Avery (1885 - 1965)
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Attributed To: Milton Clark Avery, American (1885 - 1965) Pen and Ink on Paper "Portrait of a Woman" Signed Lower Right. Sight measures 8" x 6". Frame measures 21-1/4" x 16-3/4". A piece listed as "attributed to" a particular artist has not been verified by a recognized expert on that artist. We provide such works without any guarantee of authenticity. Condition: Some toning to the paper otherwise good condition. Estimate 1000 - 2000 Domestic shipping Third party
Orion Antiques
Jan. 04, 2025
AMERICAN OIL ON BOARD PAINTING ATTR TO MILTON AVERY
Est: $100 - $150
An American oil on board painting attributed to Milton Clark Avery, 1885 to 1965. The painting depicts an abstract landscape with a sitting female figure. Signed lower left. Framed. Milton Avery is known for Abstract sea landscape and nude figure painting. Known as a colorist focused on serene mood, harmony, and rounded shapes, Milton Avery was primarily a self taught painter whose work combining abstraction and realism suggests dialogue between line, shape, muted color, and subdued emotions. Most of his subjects were either marine scenes or figure studies. Although never associated with a particular movement, Avery was a key modernist who influenced succeeding generations of artists including Color Field painters Mark Rothko and Adolph Gottlieb. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Dec. 28, 2024
Milton Clark Avery Artist Proof Etching
Est: -
Frame Measures Approximately 14.25x18.125in. Inside Etching Measures Approximately 6.125x18.125in Nr30386 Jp
EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Dec. 11, 2024
Milton Avery (American, 1885-1965) Gray Sea, 1963
Est: $700 - $900
Milton Avery (American, 1885-1965) Gray Sea, 1963 lithograph signed, dated, and numbered 38/118 in pencil 21 1/2 x 26 1/4 inches. This lot is located in Chicago. Property from the Estate of Terrance Dimoff, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Freeman’s | Hindman
Dec. 08, 2024
Milton Avery (American, 1885-1965) Horses in Spring, c. 1936
Est: $100,000 - $150,000
Milton Avery (American, 1885-1965) Horses in Spring, c. 1936 oil on canvas signed Milton Avery (lower left) 26 x 33 in. The Collection of Dr. Julian Katz and Dr. Sheila Moriber Katz, Gladwyne, Pennsylvania.
Freeman’s | Hindman
Dec. 08, 2024
Milton Avery (American, 1885-1965) Edge of Dunes, 1956
Est: $150,000 - $250,000
Milton Avery (American, 1885-1965) Edge of Dunes, 1956 oil on canvas signed Milton Avery and dated (lower right); also signed, dated, titled and inscribed 32 x 44 (stretcher) 32 x 44 in.
Freeman’s | Hindman
Dec. 08, 2024
Milton Avery (American, 1885-1965) Gliding Gull, 1956
Est: $80,000 - $120,000
Milton Avery (American, 1885-1965) Gliding Gull, 1956 oil on canvas signed Milton Avery and dated (lower right); also signed, dated, titled, and inscribed 28 x 34 (on the reverse) 28 x 34 in.
Freeman’s | Hindman
Dec. 08, 2024
Milton Avery (American, 1885-1965) White Vase, 1957
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
Milton Avery (American, 1885-1965) White Vase, 1957 oil on canvas laid to board signed Milton Avery and dated (lower right); also signed, dated and titled (on the reverse) 20 x 16 in. Property from the Collection of Dr. Julian Katz and Sheila Moriber Katz, Gladwyne, Pennsylvania.
Freeman’s | Hindman
Dec. 08, 2024
Milton Avery (American, 1885-1965) Draped Nude, 1931
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Milton Avery (American, 1885-1965) Draped Nude, 1931 oil on canvas laid to board signed Milton Avery (lower right); also signed, dated and titled (on the reverse) 15 3/4 x 11 3/4 in. Property from the Collection of Dr. Julian Katz and Sheila Moriber Katz, Gladwyne, Pennsylvania.
Freeman’s | Hindman
Dec. 08, 2024
Milton Avery (American, 1885-1965) Spring in Vermont, 1936
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Milton Avery (American, 1885-1965) Spring in Vermont, 1936 oil and crayon on paper signed Milton Avery (lower left) 11 x 14 1/4 in.
Freeman’s | Hindman
Dec. 08, 2024
AMERICAN LANDSCAPE OIL PAINTING BY MILTON AVERY
Est: $100 - $150
Milton Clark Avery, American, 1885 to 1965, oil painting on canvas mounted on board depicting an abstract landscape, 1950. Signed and dated, lower left. Framed. Milton Avery is known for Abstract sea landscape and nude figure painting. Known as a colorist focused on serene mood, harmony, and rounded shapes, Milton Avery was primarily a self taught painter whose work combining abstraction and realism suggests dialogue between line, shape, muted color, and subdued emotions. Most of his subjects were either marine scenes or figure studies. Although never associated with a particular movement, Avery was a key modernist who influenced succeeding generations of artists including Color Field painters Mark Rothko and Adolph Gottlieb. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Dec. 04, 2024
Milton Avery, ink drawing, 1965
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Milton Avery (American, 1885-1965), Nude Standing, flobrush on paper, pen signed and dated lower right, gallery label verso, matted and framed under plexiglass, 11"h x 8"w (sight), 17"h x 14"w (frame)
Millea Bros Ltd
Dec. 01, 2024
MILTON AVERY WHITNEY MUSEUM EXHIBITION POSTER
Est: $200 - $400
Milton Avery (American, 1885-1965) Whitney Museum of Arts 1982 Exhibition Poster depicting original painting "Conversation" / set under glass in modern metal frame / Visible Art Size: 34"H x 40"W
Dargate Auction Galleries
Nov. 24, 2024
MILTON AVERY [AMERICAN] 1885-1965 [ATTRIBUTED] "THE WHITE SHEEP" 1960 OIL ON BOARD, SIGNED & DATED LOWER RIGHT, 50X35CMS,FRAMED. CONDITION FINE, SLIGHTLY DIRTY.
Est: -
MILTON AVERY [American] 1885-1965 [attributed] "The White Sheep" 1960 oil on board, signed & dated lower right, 50x35cms,framed. Condition fine, slightly dirty. Please read the Terms & Conditions of Auction before placing a bid. These T&C's are applicable to each lot in this Auction. Any available provenance or documentation will be included with the description, if not included, assume it to be unknown or missing. Most lots are either ex estate or storage, have not been submitted for authentication, verification or expertising and for this reason, are offered UNRESERVED. It is the responsibility of intending buyers to do their own research and due diligence before submitting an offer. We do not offer returns or refunds - ALL SALES ARE FINAL.
WA Art Auctions
Nov. 23, 2024
Attributed to Milton Avery (American, 1885-1965) Seascape with Crashing Waves, Signed Milton Avery and dated 1945 lower left, Watercolor on paper, Sheet-22" x 30", Framed-30 1/2" x 37 3/4", Note: There is no certifica...
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
Attributed to Milton Avery (American, 1885-1965) Seascape with Crashing Waves, Signed Milton Avery and dated 1945 lower left, Watercolor on paper, Sheet-22" x 30", Framed-30 1/2" x 37 3/4", Note: There is no certificate with this work. Milton Avery's fascination with waves and surf is evident in the many paintings he made of his trips to the New England coastline. The painting captures the moment the wave hits it's apex before rolling back to the sea. This painting was acquired from a historic Coral Gable's home with many fine artworks. It looks untouched and in original condition. The paper has some toning, but the colors are good and vivid. This painting has never been offered for sale. For a comparison see Whitney Museum of American Art Collection, Lone Rock and Surf, 1945. This painting can be submitted to the Milton Avery Foundation for evaluation.
Auction Gallery of the Palm Beaches
Nov. 22, 2024
MILTON CLARK AVERY (New York/Connecticut, 1885-1965), White dove., Oil on canvas, 7.5" x 9.5". Framed 15.5" x 17.5".
Est: $5,000 - $8,000
MILTON CLARK AVERY New York/Connecticut, 1885-1965 White dove. Signed lower left "Milton Avery".
Eldred's
Nov. 20, 2024
Milton Clark Avery
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
American, 1885-1965 Untitled (Two Backs), 1945 Signed Milton Avery and dated 1945 (lr) Watercolor, gouache, and charcoal on paper 22 5/8 x 30 7/8 inches Provenance: Contemporary Paintings, Hotel Traymore, Atlantic City, NJ This lot is accompanied by a letter of opinion from The Milton and Sally Avery Arts Foundation. (Framed 29 3/4 x 37 3/4 inches) Hinged at top edge with tape remnants at left and right edges. Some light staining along extreme edges.
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Nov. 19, 2024
Milton Avery (1885-1965) Facing the Wind 9 x 23 3/4 in. (22.9 x 60.3 cm.) (Executed in 1959.)
Est: $15,000 - $25,000
Milton Avery (1885-1965) Facing the Wind signed and dated 'Milton Avery 1959' (lower left) watercolor, charcoal and oil crayon on paper 9 x 23 3/4 in. (22.9 x 60.3 cm.) Executed in 1959.
Bonhams
Nov. 19, 2024
Mexican Woman with Chicken (Chicken Vendor)
Est: $25,000 - $35,000
Property from a Distinguished New York Collection Milton Avery 1885 - 1965 Mexican Woman with Chicken (Chicken Vendor) signed Milton Avery and dated 1953 (lower right) oil and pencil on board 12 by 8 ¼ in. 30.5 by 21 cm. Executed in 1953. This lot is accompanied by a letter of opinion from the Milton and Sally Avery Arts Foundation.
Sotheby's
Nov. 19, 2024
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965) - Sailboat
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965) Sailboat Image: 7 ½ x 11 7⁄8 in. (191 x 302 mm.) Sheet: 12 ¼ x 17 ½ in. (311 x 445 mm.)
Christie's
Nov. 19, 2024
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965) - Umbrella by the Sea, from Laurels Portfolio
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
MILTON AVERY (1885-1965) Umbrella by the Sea, from Laurels Portfolio Image: 4 ¾ x 7 ¼ in. (120 x 184 mm.) Sheet: 16 x 12 7⁄8 in. (406 x 327 mm.)
Christie's
Nov. 17, 2024
Milton Avery (American, 1885-1965) Woodblock Print
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Milton Avery (American, 1885-1965) Woodblock Print. Depicting a reclining nude, pencil signed and dated for 1960 at the lower left. Dimensions: sight is 4 1/4in x 11 1/2in, the frame 11in x 17in. Provenance: From a Bucks County collection.
Locati LLC
Nov. 14, 2024
Milton Avery, Untitled (Mother and Child)
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
Milton Avery Untitled (Mother and Child) c. 1932-33 watercolor and gouache on black paper 24.5 h x 18.5 w in (62 x 47 cm) Signed to lower right 'Milton Avery'. Sold with a digital copy of the certificate of authenticity from The Milton and Sally Avery Arts Foundation, Inc. Provenance: Private Collection, New York | Thence by descent, Private Collection, New York | Thence by descent to the present owner This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Nov. 12, 2024
Milton Avery - The Red Fisherman, 1950 - 1968 Offset Lithograph 27.75" x 34"
Est: $120 - $150
"The Red Fisherman, 1950" by Milton Avery, 1968 Unsigned Offset Lithograph. Paper size is 27.75 x 34 inches, with an image size of 24 x 32.25 inches. The Offset Lithograph is from an unknown edition size. and is not framed. The condition was rated C: Several Signs of use and handling, some visible marks. Additional details: This 1968 reproduction by the Lannan Foundation features The Red Fisherman, originally painted by Milton Avery in 1950. Set against a calm blue ocean, a relaxed fisherman, dressed in vivid red pants and a black cap, casts his line from a comfortable beach chair. A recent catch rests beside him, with seagulls gliding in the sky above. Avery’s simplified forms and bold colors lend a sense of warmth and tranquility to this idyllic coastal scene. Please note: there are visible signs of yellowing from sun exposure, adding a vintage character to the piece. Prospective buyers are encouraged to request additional photographs to assess condition prior to purchase.
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