Emil James Bisttram Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Emil James Bisttram Art Value Price Guide

Apr. 26, 2025
Emil Bisttram The Light Bearer, 1964
Est: $25,000 - $45,000
Emil Bisttram (American, 1895-1976) The Light Bearer, 1964 Acrylic on canvas 48.5 x 36.25 (in); 53.25 x 41.25 x 1 (in) framed Signed and dated [artist's symbol] Bisttram 64, lower right $25,000 - $45,000 Signed, dated, and titled in pencil, verso. Bisttram Studio Galleries tag, verso.
Larsen Art Auction
Apr. 26, 2025
EMIL BISTTRAM (ROMANIAN/AMERICAN, 1895-1976)
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Emil Bisttram Romanian/American, 1895-1976 Movement of the Arrows Acrylic on paper Signed and dated 1940 lower right, with artist's estate stamp on back of paper. Matted and framed with Fenn Galleries Ltd., Santa Fe, NM label to verso. Emil Bisttram was born in Hungary in 1895, immigrating to New York City at a young age. He attended the National Academy of Art and Design followed by Cooper Union, Parsons, and The Art Students League. Through his studies, he not only strengthened his skill as an artist, but also developed a strong love for teaching. He spent several months in Mexico on a Guggenheim grant to study fresco techniques and mural painting with Diego Rivera, then taught briefly in Phoenix, before moving to Taos, New Mexico in 1931. He was a founding member of Taos Heptagon, regarded as the first art gallery in Taos. While Bisttram's early work was largely representational, after moving to Taos he began working with cubist and futurist styles shifting towards a nonobjective purely geometric aesthetic. In 1938, he and nine others founded the Transcendental Painting Group. In 1961, he was included in the only exhibition ever devoted to dynamic symmetry, which was organized by the Rhode Island School of Design. Bisttram remained in Taos until his death in 1976.
Selkirk Auctioneers & Appraisers
Apr. 16, 2025
Emil James Bisttram (1895-1976) The Sentinels 30 x 24 in. framed 35 1/2 x 29 1/2 in.
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
Emil James Bisttram (1895-1976) The Sentinels signed 'Bisttram' (lower right) and titled on a gallery label (on the reverse) oil on canvas 30 x 24 in. framed 35 1/2 x 29 1/2 in.
Bonhams
Apr. 12, 2025
Emil Bisttram Taos New Mexico Trees Oil Painting
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Title is The Family. 24" by 36" unframed, 27 1/2" by 40 1/2" framed. Oil on Board Provenance: Private Collection Dr. Jim and Pauline Harken, Spokane, WA. Emil James Bisttram (1895 - 1976) was active/lived in New Mexico, New York / Hungary. Emil Bisttram is known for Dynamic symmetry, non objective painting. Hungarian born, Emil Bisttram became one of the Southwest's leading painters and teachers. He was a founder of the Transcendental Art movement in New Mexico, devoted to themes exploring and promoting universal meaning that included idealistic forms and colors that suggested sounds. Best known as an abstract painter, his style ranged from the classic regionalism of the 1930s (WPA murals) to abstractions based on the dynamic symmetry theories he learned from Jay Hambidge, tempered by Roerich's Russian mysticism. Indeed, Bisttram would often speak of his association with Nicholas Roerich at the Master Institute in New York City, citing a story where the Russian master handed him a handful of wider brushes for his birthday thus indicating that he should employ broader strokes in his paintings. He received his artistic training in New York at the National Academy of Design, Cooper Union, and the Art Students League and with Mexican muralist, Diego Rivera. In 1930, Bisttram first traveled to Taos, New Mexico, but found himself frustrated by the grandeur and limitless space of the scenery. Initially he directed his attention to watercolor depictions of Southwest Indian ceremonial dances. "His credo was to paint not so much for the sake of art as 'for the spiritual insight he gains from the act of creation." (Gibson 56). He went for several months to Mexico to study mural painting with Diego Rivera, taught briefly in Phoenix, Arizona, and in 1931, settled in Taos. There he established the Taos School of Art and frequently lectured on comparisons of modern and representational art and promoted the theories of Kandinsky and Mondrian. He also started the Heptagon Gallery in Taos. He co-founded with Raymond Jonson the Transcendental Painting Group that promoted non-objective painting, and for a period devoted himself to painting symphonic rhythms. However, he also did realistic subjects, believing that an artist should not limit his style. His murals can be found in the courthouses in Taos and Roswell, New Mexico and the lobby of the Department of Justice Building in Washington DC.
Davis Brothers Auction
Apr. 12, 2025
Emil Bisttram Taos New Mexico Pastel Drawing
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Title is Sunset over the Desert. 15" by 19" unframed, 21" by 24 1/2" framed. Pastel on Paper. Provenance: Altermann Galleries 04/01/2011 Lot 173, Owings Dewey Fine Art Emil James Bisttram (1895 - 1976) was active/lived in New Mexico, New York / Hungary. Emil Bisttram is known for Dynamic symmetry, non objective painting. Hungarian born, Emil Bisttram became one of the Southwest's leading painters and teachers. He was a founder of the Transcendental Art movement in New Mexico, devoted to themes exploring and promoting universal meaning that included idealistic forms and colors that suggested sounds. Best known as an abstract painter, his style ranged from the classic regionalism of the 1930s (WPA murals) to abstractions based on the dynamic symmetry theories he learned from Jay Hambidge, tempered by Roerich's Russian mysticism. Indeed, Bisttram would often speak of his association with Nicholas Roerich at the Master Institute in New York City, citing a story where the Russian master handed him a handful of wider brushes for his birthday thus indicating that he should employ broader strokes in his paintings. He received his artistic training in New York at the National Academy of Design, Cooper Union, and the Art Students League and with Mexican muralist, Diego Rivera. In 1930, Bisttram first traveled to Taos, New Mexico, but found himself frustrated by the grandeur and limitless space of the scenery. Initially he directed his attention to watercolor depictions of Southwest Indian ceremonial dances. "His credo was to paint not so much for the sake of art as 'for the spiritual insight he gains from the act of creation." (Gibson 56). He went for several months to Mexico to study mural painting with Diego Rivera, taught briefly in Phoenix, Arizona, and in 1931, settled in Taos. There he established the Taos School of Art and frequently lectured on comparisons of modern and representational art and promoted the theories of Kandinsky and Mondrian. He also started the Heptagon Gallery in Taos. He co-founded with Raymond Jonson the Transcendental Painting Group that promoted non-objective painting, and for a period devoted himself to painting symphonic rhythms. However, he also did realistic subjects, believing that an artist should not limit his style. His murals can be found in the courthouses in Taos and Roswell, New Mexico and the lobby of the Department of Justice Building in Washington DC.
Davis Brothers Auction
Mar. 12, 2025
Emil James Bisttram, Untitled (Taos, New Mexico), 1950
Est: $600 - $900
Emil James Bisttram (1895 - 1976) Untitled (Taos, New Mexico), 1950 lithograph printer's chop lower left signed lower left: Emil Bisttram signed and dated lower right: BISTTRAM 50
Santa Fe Art Auction
Mar. 12, 2025
Emil James Bisttram, Near the Ranchos Church
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Emil James Bisttram (1895 - 1976) Near the Ranchos Church graphite on paper signed lower right: Emil Bisttram
Santa Fe Art Auction
Feb. 28, 2025
Attrib: Emil James Bisttram (1895 - 1976)
Est: $800 - $1,200
Attributed To: Emil James Bisttram, Hungarian (1895 - 1976) Oil on Board "Abstract Composition" Inscribed En Verso. Sight measures 6-7/8" x 4-7/8". Frame measures 10-3/4" x 8-3/4". 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: Good condition. Estimate 800 - 1200 Domestic shipping Third party
Orion Antiques
Dec. 07, 2024
Emil James Bisttram, New Mexico, New York / Hungary (1895-1976), Joy, 1972, acrylic on canvas
Est: $10,000 - $20,000
Emil James Bisttram New Mexico, New York / Hungary, (1895-1976) Joy, 1972 acrylic on canvas signed and dated lower right, framed.
Link Auction Galleries
Nov. 14, 2024
Emil Bisttram, Untitled Abstraction
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Emil Bisttram Untitled Abstraction 1937 oil and encaustic on paper 11 h x 8.25 w in (28 x 21 cm) Signed and dated to lower left 'Bisttram 37'. Estate stamp to verso. Provenance: Estate of the artist | Collection of Thomas McCormick | Snyder Fine Art, New York | Private Collection | Thence by descent Exhibited: American Abstract Art, 21 March - 11 May 1996, Museum of Non-Objective Painting, New York This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Nov. 09, 2024
Emil James Bisttram, Reflection, 1960
Est: $15,000 - $25,000
Emil James Bisttram (1895 - 1976) Reflection, 1960 lacquer on panel signed lower right: [artist's cipher] / BISTTRAM 60 inscribed verso: REFLECTION - 2400.00 E.J Bisttram TAOS
Santa Fe Art Auction
Nov. 09, 2024
EMIL BISTTRAM (ROMANIAN-AMERICAN 1895-1976)
Est: $500 - $750
EMIL BISTTRAM (ROMANIAN-AMERICAN 1895-1976) Loganberries, 1952 collage and watercolor on canvasboard 61 x 51 cm (24 x 20 in.) framed dimensions: 80 x 70 cm (31 1/2 x 27 1/2 in.) LITERATURE Dr. Warren L. Shaull, Emil J. Bisttram 1930-1976: A transcendental Catalog, (Taos, Mew Mexico: Taos Art Appraisal, 2003), catalogue raisonne, p.86 (illustrated) N.B. Condition reports are available upon request. All lots are sold in as-is condition at the time of sale. Please note that any condition statement regarding works of art is given as a courtesy to our clients in order to assist them in assessing the condition. The report is a genuine opinion held by Shapiro Auctions and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report or a photograph does not preclude the absence of defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Shapiro Auctions, LLC., including its consultants and agents, shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Shapiro Auctions LLC
Nov. 08, 2024
Emil James Bisttram, Taos Mountain
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Emil James Bisttram (1895 - 1976) Taos Mountain watercolor on paper signed lower right: Bisttram inscribed verso: TAOS MOUNTAIN / Emil J Bisttram estate stamp verso: [artist's cipher] / BISTTRAM / ESTATE
Santa Fe Art Auction
Nov. 08, 2024
Emil James Bisttram, Forest Fugue, 1955
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Emil James Bisttram (1895 - 1976) Forest Fugue, 1955 watercolor, gouache on paper signed and dated lower right: BISTTRAM / 55 inscribed verso: Forest Fugue / Emil Bisttram
Santa Fe Art Auction
Sep. 18, 2024
Emil James Bisttram, Untitled (Green Abstraction)
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Emil James Bisttram (1895 - 1976) Untitled (Green Abstraction) watercolor on paper signed lower right: BISTTRAM
Santa Fe Art Auction
Jul. 06, 2024
Emil Bisttram, American / Hungarian (1895 - 1976), abstract geometric, 1940, encaustic on paper, 14"H x 11"W (sheet), 19 1/4"H x 16 1/4"W (frame)
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Emil Bisttram American / Hungarian, (1895 - 1976) abstract geometric, 1940 encaustic on paper Signed lower right. Biography from the Archives of askART: Hungarian born, Emil Bisttram became one of the Southwest's leading painters and teachers. He was a founder of the Transcendental Art movement in New Mexico, devoted to themes exploring and promoting universal meaning that included idealistic forms and colors that suggested sounds. Best known as an abstract painter, his style ranged from the classic regionalism of the 1930s (WPA murals) to abstractions based on the dynamic symmetry theories he learned from Jay Hambidge, tempered by Roerich's Russian mysticism. Indeed, Bisttram would often speak of his association with Nicholas Roerich at the Master Institute in New York City, citing a story where the Russian master handed him a handful of wider brushes for his birthday thus indicating that he should employ broader strokes in his paintings. He received his artistic training in New York at the National Academy of Design, Cooper Union, and the Art Students League and with Mexican muralist, Diego Rivera. In 1930, Bisttram first traveled to Taos, New Mexico, but found himself frustrated by the grandeur and limitless space of the scenery. Initially he directed his attention to watercolor depictions of Southwest Indian ceremonial dances. "His credo was to paint not so much for the sake of art as 'for the spiritual insight he gains from the act of creation." (Gibson 56). He went for several months to Mexico to study mural painting with Diego Rivera, taught briefly in Phoenix, Arizona, and in 1931, settled in Taos. There he established the Taos School of Art and frequently lectured on comparisons of modern and representational art and promoted the theories of Kandinsky and Mondrian. He also started the Heptagon Gallery in Taos. He co-founded with Raymond Jonson the Transcendental Painting Group that promoted non-objective painting, and for a period devoted himself to painting symphonic rhythms. However, he also did realistic subjects, believing that an artist should not limit his style. His murals can be found in the courthouses in Taos and Roswell, New Mexico and the lobby of the Department of Justice Building in Washington DC. Sources include: Peter Hastings Falk (Editor), Who Was Who in American Art Peggy and Harold Samuels, Encyclopedia of Artists of the American West Arrell Morgan Gibson, The Santa Fe and Taos Colonies Additional information courtesy of Burt Wilson. Added note: According to a brochure from 1948, Bisttram maintained the Emil Bisttram School of Fine Art in Los Angeles, California, in the 1940's at 636 South Ardmore at Wilshire Boulevard. The school offered a four year Fine Arts Course and additional Summer sessions in Taos, New Mexico. Bisttram himself is named as instructor. The school also offered a course in Advertising and Illustration Art. Information provided by Carol Putman
Ripley Auctions
Jun. 13, 2024
EMIL JAMES BISTTRAM, American 1895-1976, Geometric Stop and Go, 1947, encaustic on paper, 13 3/4 x 10 3/4 in. (34.9 x 27.3 cm.) (sight), Frame: 20 3/4 x 17 3/4 x 1 3/4 in. (52.7 x 45.1 x 4.4 cm.)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
EMIL JAMES BISTTRAM American, 1895-1976 Geometric Stop and Go, 1947 encaustic on paper signed and dated lower right "Bisttram 47"
Shannon's
Jun. 04, 2024
Emil Bisttram (1895-1976), "The Line Storm"
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Emil Bisttram (1895-1976) "The Line Storm" Oil on canvas Signed lower right: Bisttram; titled in pencil on the upper portion of the stretcher
John Moran Auctioneers
Jun. 04, 2024
Emil Bisttram (1895-1976), "Rocks and Trees"
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Emil Bisttram (1895-1976) "Rocks and Trees" Oil on Masonite Signed and with the artist's device, lower right: Bisttram; titled on a handwritten label affixed verso
John Moran Auctioneers
May. 09, 2024
Emil Bisttram (Hungarian/American, 1895-1976) Three Kachinas
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Emil Bisttram (Hungarian/American, 1895-1976) Three Kachinas graphite on paper each signed Emil Bisttram (lower right) each 12 x 10 1/2 inches Property from the Estate of Ronald Veenstra, Denver, Colorado
Hindman
May. 02, 2024
EMIL JAMES BISTTRAM, American 1895-1976, Geometric Stop and Go, 1947, encaustic on paper, 13 3/4 x 10 3/4 in. (34.9 x 27.3 cm.) (sight), Frame: 20 3/4 x 17 3/4 x 1 3/4 in. (52.7 x 45.1 x 4.4 cm.)
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
EMIL JAMES BISTTRAM American, 1895-1976 Geometric Stop and Go, 1947 encaustic on paper signed and dated lower right "Bisttram 47"
Shannon's
May. 02, 2024
EMIL JAMES BISTTRAM, American 1895-1976, Geometric Shapes on Orange Ground, 1944, encaustic and sand on paper, 13 1/2 x 10 3/4 in. (34.3 x 27.3 cm.) (sight), Frame: 21 1/4 x 18 1/4 x 1 3/4 in. (54 x 46.4 x 4.4 cm.)
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
EMIL JAMES BISTTRAM American, 1895-1976 Geometric Shapes on Orange Ground, 1944 encaustic and sand on paper signed and dated lower right "Bisttram 44"
Shannon's
Apr. 30, 2024
An Emil Bisttram drawing, 'Kachina Series #3'
Est: $400 - $600
Emil Bisttram Hungarian/American, (1895-1976), 'Kachina Series #3,' graphite on paper framed under glass, stamped signature lower right, titled on the gallery label verso. sight: height 12 3/4in, width 9 1/2in
Bonhams
Apr. 30, 2024
An Emil Bisttram painting, 1943
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
Emil Bisttram Hungarian/American, (1895-1976), untitled (abstract composition), 1943, encaustic on paper, signed and dated lower right. height 9in, width 6 3/8in
Bonhams
Apr. 20, 2024
Emil Bisttram Dark Forces, 1954
Est: $12,000 - $18,000
Emil Bisttram (American, 1895-1976) Dark Forces, 1954 Oil on canvas Signed and dated Bisttram 54, lower right Titled verso. Additional painting on verso of canvas.
Larsen Art Auction
Mar. 27, 2024
EMIL BISTTRAM (1895-1976) Untitled (Circles and Triangles)1940encaustic on paper, signed and dated 'BISTTRAM 40' lower left14 x 11in (35.5 x 27.9cm)
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
EMIL BISTTRAM (1895-1976) Untitled (Circles and Triangles) 1940 encaustic on paper, signed and dated 'BISTTRAM 40' lower left 14 x 11in (35.5 x 27.9cm)
Bonhams
Mar. 23, 2024
Emil J. BISTTRAM: "Descent"
Est: $200 - $300
Emil J. BISTTRAM (Romanian American, 1895-1976): "Descent". Lithograph on wove paper, 1960. Edition of 50. Signed and editioned in drystamps. Image size: 12 1/8 x 9 1/8 inches.
Armstrong Fine Art
Mar. 08, 2024
Emil Bisttram
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
(New Mexico/New York, 1895-1976) Ranchos Church, signed lower right "Bisttram", watercolor on paper, sight 20 x 17 in.; natural wood frame 31-1/4 x 25-1/4 in. Provenance: Fenn Galleries, Santa Fe, New Mexico (label verso); Property of a Southern Museum sold to benefit the Acquisition Fund
Brunk Auctions
Jan. 27, 2024
EMIL BISTTRAM (ROMANIAN-AMERICAN 1895-1976)
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
EMIL BISTTRAM (ROMANIAN-AMERICAN 1895-1976) Loganberries, 1952 collage and watercolor on canvasboard 61 x 51 cm (24 x 20 in.); framed dimensions: 80 x 70 cm (31 1/2 x 27 1/2 in.) LITERATURE Dr. Warren L. Shaull, Emil J. Bisttram 1930-1976: A transcendental Catalog, (Taos, Mew Mexico: Taos Art Appraisal, 2003), catalogue raisonne, p.86 (illustrated) CONDITION Observed in frame under glass. The work is in good condition, a few small specks of surface grime, no other visible issues to report. N.B. All lots are sold in as-is condition at the time of sale. Please note that any condition statement regarding works of art is given as a courtesy to our clients in order to assist them in assessing the condition. The report is a genuine opinion held by Shapiro Auctions and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report or a photograph does not preclude the absence of defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Shapiro Auctions, LLC., including its consultants and agents, shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Shapiro Auctions LLC
Jan. 18, 2024
EMIL JAMES BISTTRAM, American 1895-1976, Sunlight, 1963, pencil on paper, 19 x 13 1/2 in. (47 x 34.3 cm.) (image), 22 x 17 1/2 in. (sheet), Frame: 28 x 1 x 21 3/4 in. (71.1 x 2.5 x 55.2 cm.)
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
EMIL JAMES BISTTRAM American, 1895-1976 Sunlight, 1963 pencil on paper signed and dated "Bisttram 63"
Shannon's
Nov. 11, 2023
Emil James Bisttram, Lucite Construction, 1962
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Emil James Bisttram (1895 - 1976) Lucite Construction, 1962 mixed media, jeweled light box initialed and dated lower left: E.B. 62
Santa Fe Art Auction
Nov. 11, 2023
Emil James Bisttram, White Noise, 1960
Est: $25,000 - $35,000
Emil James Bisttram (1895 - 1976) White Noise, 1960 acrylic lacquer on board signed and dated lower right: [artist's cipher] / BISTTRAM 60
Santa Fe Art Auction
Nov. 11, 2023
Emil James Bisttram, Space Abstraction, 1951
Est: $40,000 - $60,000
Emil James Bisttram (1895 - 1976) Space Abstraction, 1951 oil on canvas signed lower right: BISTTRAM
Santa Fe Art Auction
Nov. 10, 2023
Emil James Bisttram, Koshare Dancers (Domingo Koshare), 1933
Est: $12,000 - $18,000
Emil James Bisttram (1895 - 1976) Koshare Dancers (Domingo Koshare), 1933 watercolor, graphite on paper signed lower right: BISTTRAM TAOS
Santa Fe Art Auction
Nov. 10, 2023
Emil James Bisttram, Along the Rio Grande Gorge, Northern NM, 1973
Est: $4,000 - $8,000
Emil James Bisttram (1895 - 1976) Cedar Mountain, 1973 pastel on paper signed lower right: BISTTRAM inscribed verso: Christmas 1973
Santa Fe Art Auction
Nov. 01, 2023
Emil James Bisttram (American, 1895-1976) Winter Evening 48 x 56 in. (121.9 x 142.2 cm) framed 49 x 57 x 2 in.
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Emil James Bisttram (American, 1895-1976) Winter Evening signed, dated, and with the artist's symbol '...BISTTRAM 60' (lower right); titled, signed, and inscribed '...EMIL BISTTRAM TAOS NM' (on the strainer) enamel on Masonite 48 x 56 in. (121.9 x 142.2 cm) framed 49 x 57 x 2 in.
Bonhams
Oct. 21, 2023
Emil Bisttram Untitled, 1943
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Emil Bisttram (American, 1895-1976) Untitled, 1943 Gouache on paper Signed and dated Bisttram 43, lower left Mat board measures 10 x 8 (in).
Larsen Art Auction
Oct. 14, 2023
EMIL BISTTRAM (1895-1976) MIXED MEDIA ENCAUSTIC
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Emil James Bisttram (1895-1976) Untitled The mixed media/encaustic on paper or artist's board is signed lower right and appears to be dated '36. Sight size measures 9.5 x 7.25 with a framed size of 12.5 x 10.5 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.
Dirk Soulis Auctions
Aug. 19, 2023
Emil Bisttram (Am./Hungarian 1895-1976), Guitars, Oil on masonite, framed
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Emil Bisttram (Am./Hungarian 1895-1976) Guitars Oil on masonite, framed Signed l.r. 14 1/8" x 11" actual, 15 7/16" x 12 3/8" framed
Barridoff Auctions
Aug. 19, 2023
Emil Bisttram (Am./Hungarian 1895-1976), "Maine Coast Series #10" 1920, Watercolor on paper, framed under glass, 13 1/4" x 19 1/2" sight, 20 1/8" x 25
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Emil Bisttram (Am./Hungarian 1895-1976) "Maine Coast Series #10" 1920 Watercolor on paper, framed under glass Signed and dated l.r., signed, titled, dated and Bareiss Gallery label verso 13 1/4" x 19 1/2" sight, 20 1/8" x 25 1/8" framed
Barridoff Auctions
Jul. 27, 2023
Emil Bisttram, In Coming
Est: $300 - $500
Emil Bisttram In Coming 1950 lithograph image: 8 h x 9 w in (20 x 23 cm) sheet: 12 h x 12.875 w in (30 x 33 cm) Signed, titled and numbered to lower edge 'No 10 In Coming Emil Bisttram'. This work is number 10 from the edition of unknown size. Provenance: Treadway Toomey Auctions, Oak Park, 20th Century Design, 23 May 2010, Lot 822 | Estate of Joan Crosbie Planek This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Jul. 26, 2023
Emil Bisttram, Kachina Series #2
Est: $400 - $600
Emil Bisttram Kachina Series #2 graphite on paper 13 h x 9.75 w in (33 x 25 cm) Artist stamp to lower right 'Bisttram'. Provenance: Zaplin-Lampert Gallery, Santa Fe | Lineberry Private Collection | Santa Fe Art Auction, 13 November 2004, Lot 4 | Estate of Joan Crosbie Planek This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Jul. 26, 2023
Emil Bisttram, Sunset Watch
Est: $15,000 - $20,000
Emil Bisttram Sunset Watch 1973 oil on canvas 41.5 h x 26.5 w in (105 x 67 cm) Signed and dated to lower right 'Bisttram 73' with artist's cipher. Signed, titled, dated and inscribed to stretcher bar verso '(Sunset Watch) Taos Pueblo Indian Emil Bisttram Taos 73'. Provenance: The Artist | Private Collection, New Mexico | Santa Fe Art Auction, 11 November 2000, Lot 221 | Estate of Joan Crosbie Planek This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
May. 25, 2023
Emil James Bisttram (1895-1976) Taos Mountain in Winter 25 x 31 1/2 in. (63.5 x 80 cm.)
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Emil James Bisttram (1895-1976) Taos Mountain in Winter signed with the artist's device 'Bisttram' (lower right) oil on Masonite 25 x 31 1/2 in. (63.5 x 80 cm.)
Bonhams
May. 21, 2023
Emil Bisttram Framed Abstract Figural Resin
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Emil Bisttram (1895 - 1976) American, framed abstract figural resin entitled "Hummingbird Dancers" Signed in lower right. Group of dancers dressed like birds. Resin picture set in a blue and black frame. Shades of teal with yellow. Emil James Bisttram (1895 - 1976) was active/lived in New Mexico, New York / Hungary. Emil Bisttram is known for Dynamic symmetry, non objective painting. Size: 54 1/2 x 42 1/4 x 6 in. #3340
Sarasota Estate Auction
May. 06, 2023
EMIL JAMES BISTTRAM (D.1976) HUMMINGBIRD DANCER
Est: $2,000 - $10,000
Framed mixed media (polyester resin and fiberglass) on board, "Hummingbird Dancer," signed lower left Bisttram (Emil James Bisttram, American, 1895-1976), labels verso for Gerald Peters Gallery, Altermann Galleries, sight: approx 47.25"h, 35"w, overall: 51.5"h, 39.25"w, 22.5lbs **Provenance: a Fine Santa Fe, New Mexico estate** Start Price: $800.00
Austin Auction Gallery
Apr. 20, 2023
Emil Bisttram, Untitled (three works)
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
Emil Bisttram Untitled (three works) c. 1955 graphite on paper 6.5 h x 4.75 w in (17 x 12 cm) 6.25 h x 4 w in (16 x 10 cm) 6 h x 4 w in (15 x 10 cm) Signed to lower right of each work 'Bisttram'. This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.
Wright
Apr. 08, 2023
EMIL BISTTRAM (ROMANIAN-AMERICAN 1895-1976)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
EMIL BISTTRAM (ROMANIAN-AMERICAN 1895-1976) Loganberries, 1952 collage and watercolor on canvasboard 61 x 51 cm (24 x 20 in.) framed dimensions: 80 x 70 cm (31 1/2 x 27 1/2 in.) LITERATURE Dr. Warren L. Shaull, Emil J. Bisttram 1930-1976: A transcendental Catalog, (Taos, Mew Mexico: Taos Art Appraisal, 2003), catalogue raisonne, p.86 (illustrated)
Shapiro Auctions LLC