F. Otto Becker Paintings & Artwork for Sale | F. Otto Becker Art Value Price Guide

Feb. 24, 2024
Large Offset Lithograph, "Custer's Last Fight".
Est: $80 - $150
This lot contains a large, framed F. Otto Becker lithograph that was originally created for Anheuser-Busch Brewing. The work is housed in a dark wood frame. The lower margin of the print has visible water damage. It measures 34" x 44". Third-party shipping or personal pickup is required. Please see our website for our shipping recommendations.
Direct Auction Galleries, Inc.
Nov. 13, 2021
Custer's Last Fight by Anheuser-Busch Framed Adv.
Est: $450 - $900
Included in this lot we have a framed print of "Custer's Last Fight" by Anheuser-Busch. This piece was originally painted by Cassilly Adams in 1884, and prepared for chromolithograph by F. Otto Becker, and subsequently used as advertising by Anheuser Busch. The print shows an animated scene of the Battle of the Little Bighorn where General George Armstrong Custer and his men were killed by Lakota, Northern Cheyenne and Arapaho Indians on June 26, 1876. The piece shows the army being overtaken by the Indians with Custer in the center, a sword raised above his head and his pistol in hand. The piece is set into a cardboard frame designed to look like wood. The bottom of the frame shows a plaque design reading "Custer's Last Fight Presented by Anheuser-Busch. In., St. Louis, MO Budweiser King Of Beer". The sign shows good condition overall with some wear across the piece - and the Budweiser sticker at bottom showing wear. The frame measures 41 3/4" wide by 28 1/2" tall.
North American Auction Company
Apr. 29, 2021
1896 Custer's Last Fight Litho + Newspaper + Book
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
1896 Anheuser-Busch "Custer's Last Fight" chromolithograph featuring Custer’s Last Fight, commissioned by Anheuser-Busch. Based on an original painting by Cassilly Adams in 1884. F. Otto Becker prepared it for chromolithograph. It was then used in advertising by Anheuser Busch. This is one of the earliest pieces of Breweriana advertising. The print reads across the bottom "Entered According to Act of Congress by Adolphus Busch, March 30th 1896 In the Office of the Librarian of Congress at Washington, D.C.", and "Custer's Last Fight. - The Original Painting has been Presented to the Seventh Regiment U.S. Cavalry - By Anheuser-Busch Brewing Association. St. Louis, MO”. Most importantly, it is marked The Milwaukee Litho Co on lower right corner of image. The bottom edge of the print states many prominent Native American Indian warriors, and Military leaders. The print shows an animated scene of the Battle of the Little Bighorn where General George Armstrong Custer and his men were killed by Lakota, Northern Cheyenne and Arapaho Indians on June 26, 1876. The print shows the army being overtaken by the Indians with Custer in the center, a sword raised above his head and his pistol in hand. It is believed to be in its original frame featuring Anheuser-Busch St Louis center top front. The print measures 32 in x 42 in. (measured from back without removing from frame). Frame measures 38.5 in x 48.25 in x 1 in. Weighs approx. 25lbs. Has not been inspected out of frame and is under glass. Visible thru glass, light water stains along the bottom of the print. Light 1.5 in. crease in left margin center of print. Vertical backing board burns top right of image. Slight toning at edges where it meets the frame. Retains original excellent color. Print rests slightly buckling behind glass. Provenance from previous seller states “I inherited this masterpiece from my great-grandfather who owned a tavern on the north side of Milwaukee at the end of the 19th century. He was one of the recipients of Budweiser’s most effective sales promotions in history.” Also included in this lot is Son of the Morning Star book and an 1877 newspaper with article about Custers’ last battle. The newspaper is an original March 16, 1877 Marysville CA Daily Appeal newspaper with an account of Custer’s Last Stand by an Indian Chief. The Times’ publishes a long account of Custer’s last battle, given to General Sheridan by Red Horse, a sub-chief and councilman of the Minneconjons, which is substantially as follows: Article continues in newspaper. Newspaper has toning and tears on edges. The book is titled: Son of the Morning Star Custer and the Little Bighorn by Evan S. Connell. North Point Press, San Francisco 1984. Fourth printing. DJ not clipped. Book in excellent condition with no writing or damage. DJ in plastic protector sleeve. If lot is absent of a condition report one may be requested via email. Condition report is provided as an opinion only and is no guarantee as grading can be subjective. Buyer must view photographs or scans to assist in determining condition and ask further questions if so desired. This item requires the use of an outside shipper. Buyer to select shipper and make all arrangements. Here are 2 options: The UPS Store 12402 N Division St, Spokane, WA 99218 509-467-4451 store0957@theupsstore.com. Or, Action Shipping 11807 E Trent Ave, Spokane, WA 99206 509-926-2445 contacts@actionshipping.comcastbiz.net.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Feb. 20, 2021
Custer's Last Fight by Anheuser-Busch Framed Art
Est: $400 - $800
Included in this lot is a framed print of "Custer's Last Fight" by Anheuser-Busch. This piece was originally painted by Cassilly Adams in 1884 and prepared for chromolithograph by F. Otto Becker. It was subsequently used as advertising by Anheuser Busch. The print shows an animated scene of the Battle of the Little Bighorn, where General George Armstrong Custer and his men were killed by Lakota, Northern Cheyenne, and Arapaho Indians on June 26, 1876. The piece shows the army being overtaken by the Indians with Custer in the center, a sword raised above his head and his pistol in hand. The piece is set into a cardboard frame designed to look like wood. The bottom of the frame shows a plaque design, reading "Custer's Last Fight Presented by Anheuser-Busch. In., St. Louis, MO Budweiser King Of Beer". The sign shows good condition overall, with some wear across the piece. The frame measures 41 3/4" wide by 28 1/2" tall.
North American Auction Company
Mar. 28, 2019
Otto Becker (1854-1945 American) Untitled Sailing Scene Oil on Canvas 24''x18'' Image. An illustration art painting of a sailboat in rough seas. Signed l.r. Ornate gilt framing 30''x24''. Overall excellent condition. (KJ)
Est: $200 - $400
Otto Becker (1854-1945 American) Untitled Sailing Scene Oil on Canvas 24''x18'' Image. An illustration art painting of a sailboat in rough seas. Signed l.r. Ornate gilt framing 30''x24''. Overall excellent condition. (KJ)
MBA Seattle Auction LLC
Sep. 24, 2016
LANDSCAPE BY OTTO A. BECKER (GERMAN-AMERICAN, 1854-1945).
Est: $100 - $200
LANDSCAPE BY OTTO A. BECKER (GERMAN-AMERICAN, 1854-1945). Oil on canvas, signed "Otto A. Becker, Chicago" lower left. Trees and shallow river in lush green landscape. 17"h. 24"w., framed, 20.5"h. 27.5"w.
Selkirk Auctioneers & Appraisers
Sep. 23, 2014
F. Otto Becker (1854-1945) for Anheuser-Busch, Inc. Fine American and European Furniture, Silver, Folk and Decorative Arts and Clocks
Est: -
Custer's Last Fight. circa 1896 Chromolithograph Published by Anheuser-Busch, Inc. sight approximately 15 1/4 x 25 1/4in (38.7 x 64.1cm)
Bonhams
Jun. 21, 2014
OTTO BECKER (1854-1945) TREES BESIDE THE LAKE.
Est: $100 - $200
OTTO BECKER (1854-1945) TREES BESIDE THE LAKE. Oil on canvas. Signed LL. Provenance: Kellar and Kellar Antiques, Oak Park. Frame: 34" x 25" Board: 18" x 27"
SUSANIN'S
Jan. 29, 2011
R. Otto Becker, (1854-1945), "Harbor in Moonlight", hand-colored etching, 6 1/4" H x 10 1/2" W.
Est: $200 - $300
R. Otto Becker (1854-1945) "Harbor in Moonlight" hand-colored etching Titled lower left, pencil-signed lower right. F. Otto Becker was born in Dresden, Germany and immigrated to America in 1873. He settled in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 6 1/4" H x 10 1/2" W.
Harlowe-Powell Auction Gallery
May. 23, 2010
F. Otto Becker (American, 1854-1945), "Custer's
Est: $600 - $900
F. Otto Becker (American, 1854-1945), "Custer's Last Fight", after Cassilly Adams (American, 1843-1921), chromolithograph on board, unsigned, 32 3/4 in., 41 3/4 in., in a giltwood frame.
Neal Auction Company