Blackbear Bosin Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Blackbear Bosin Art Value Price Guide

Apr. 17, 2024
Blackbear Bosin, 26 x 21 3/8 in. (66.04 x 54.29 cm.)
Est: $200 - $300
Blackbear Bosin, The Kiowa Dancer, silkscreen, signed in image.
Maynards Fine Art & Antiques
Apr. 22, 2023
FRANCIS BLACKBEAR BOSIN (1921-1980) EXHIBITED GOUACHE
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
Francis Blackbear Bosin (1921-1980) Mandan Mother and Child Third quarter of the 20th century The original gouache painting on paperboard is signed lower left front. On the reverse is a label indicating this work was exhibited at the Philbrook Art Center in 1963. Biographical information below indicates this exhibition was in 1967. Blackbear Bosin was a Native American artist named for his Kiowa grandfather, a subchief named Tsate-Kongia (Blackbear), and was part Comanche as well. He served the United States in World War Two, and as an artist was largely self-taught. He created easel paintings like the example being offered here and painted murals on commission as well. His works were exhibited widely and garnered numerous awards. His three-dimensional subjects include a forty feet high Corten steel public installation in Wichita, Kansas titled Keeper of The Plains. A tabletop version of this sculpture is offered later in the auction. A book about the artist titled Blackbear Bosin: Keeper of the Indian Spirit by David Simmonds, Ph.D. and published by Carriage Factory Gallery, Newton, Kansas Fine Arts Association Inc, 2012. is the source for the following synopsis on the artist. A self-taught artist, Blackbear Bosin (1921-1980) immortalized the spirit of a bygone era in his art. He rose to national prominence after his award winning painting Prairie Fire was published in National Geographic magazine in 1955. His works were exhibited at museums across the country, including the National Gallery and Smithsonian Institution, and in 1965 he was the only American Indian invited to the White House Festival of Arts. His sculpture 'Keeper of the Plains' stands majestically in Wichita, Kansas, at the confluence of the Big and Little Arkansas rivers, considered a sacred place by Native Americans. Exhibitions; Festival of Arts, White House, Wash., DC, 1965; Whitney Gallery of Western Art, 1966; Nat. Indian Ann., Philbrook Art Ctr., 1967; Heard Mus., 1967; Wichita Art Assn., 1971. Awards: Grand award, Philbrook Art Ctr., 1959-1963; Waite Phillips Special Indian Artists Award, 1967. Member: Wichita Artists Guild (v. pres., 1963-1966); Wichita Advertising Assn. Work: Wichita Art Mus.; Wichita Art Assn.; Philbrook Art Ctr.; Heard Mus., Phoenix; Whitney Gallery of Western Art, Cody, WY. Commissions: sculpture design for city, Kansas Gas & Electric, Wichita, 1969; mural, commissioned by Schafer, Schirmer & Eflin for Farmers Credit Land Bank, Wichita, 1972; painting, Southern Plains Mus., Anadarko, 1972. Sight size measures 19.5 x 28 with a framed size of 33.75 x 39 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
Apr. 22, 2023
FRANCIS BLACKBEAR BOSIN (1921-1980) LIMITED PRINT
Est: $100 - $200
The print is signed by the artist in pencil below the image lower left and numbered 544/1000. Image measures 14.5 x 19.25 with a framed size of 25.25 x 31.25 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
Apr. 22, 2023
FRANCIS BLACKBEAR BOSIN (1921-1980) LIMITED PRINT (2)
Est: $200 - $300
Francis Blackbear Bosin (1921-1980) Third quarter of the 20th century. 1. The mechanical lithograph titled Wichita My Son is signed and numbered 623/1500 lower right below the image. Image measures 18 x 29.25 with a framed size of 27.5 x 38.5 inches. 2. The mechanical lithograph titled Buffalo Dance is signed in pencil by Blackbear Bosin lower left and titled in the print lower right. Image measures 8.75 x 11.75 with a framed size of 15.75 x 18 inches. Please see description for measurements. 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
Apr. 22, 2023
FRANCIS BLACKBEAR BOSIN (1921-1980) GRAPHITE ON PAPER
Est: $300 - $400
Francis Blackbear Bosin (1921-1980) Portrait of a Native American Third quarter of the 20th century. The original drawing is signed lower right front. Image measures 9.25 x 6.75 with a framed size of 21 x 17 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
Apr. 22, 2023
FRANCIS BLACKBEAR BOSIN (1921-1980) GOUACHE ON BOARD
Est: $600 - $800
Francis Blackbear Bosin (1921-1980) Third quarter of the 20th century. The gouache painting on artist's illustration board is signed lower left front. Sight size measures 13.5 x 15.5 with a framed size of 23 x 24.5 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
Apr. 22, 2023
FRANCIS BLACKBEAR BOSIN (1921-1980) PUBLISHED PAINTING
Est: $600 - $900
Francis Blackbear Bosin (1921-1980) Three Drummers War Dance Third quarter of the 20th century The original work on artist's illustration board documenting a Comanche or Kiowa war dance is signed lower right front. This work is published on page 49 of Blackbear Bosin: Keeper of the Indian Spirit by David Simmonds, Ph.D. published by Carriage Factory Gallery, Newton, Kansas Fine Arts Association Inc, 2012. This painting was purchased from the artist's estate through David Simmonds, the artist's stepson. The following is taken from the book's dust jacket, A self-taught artist, Blackbear Bosin (1921-1980) immortalized the spirit of a bygone era in his art. He rose to national prominence after his award winning painting Prairie Fire was published in National Geographic magazine in 1955. His works were exhibited at museums across the country, including the National Gallery and Smithsonian Institution, and in 1965 he was the only American Indian invited to the White House Festival of Arts. His sculpture 'Keeper of the Plains' stands majestically in Wichita, Kansas, at the confluence of the Big and Little Arkansas rivers, considered a sacred place by Native Americans. Exhibitions: Festival of Arts, White House, Wash., DC, 1965; Whitney Gallery of Western Art, 1966; Nat. Indian Ann., Philbrook Art Ctr., 1967; Heard Mus., 1967; Wichita Art Assn., 1971. Awards: Grand award, Philbrook Art Ctr., 1959-1963; Waite Phillips Special Indian Artists Award, 1967. Member: Wichita Artists Guild (v. pres., 1963-1966); Wichita Advertising Assn. Work: Wichita Art Mus.; Wichita Art Assn.; Philbrook Art Ctr.; Heard Mus., Phoenix; Whitney Gallery of Western Art, Cody, WY. Commissions: sculpture design for city, Kansas Gas & Electric, Wichita, 1969; mural, commissioned by Schafer, Schirmer & Eflin for Farmers Credit Land Bank, Wichita, 1972; painting, Southern Plains Mus., Anadarko, 1972. Image measures 15.5 x 20 with a framed size of 27.75 x 31.75 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
Apr. 22, 2023
BLACKBEAR BOSIN (KANSAS 1921-1980) BRONZE SCULPTURE
Est: $800 - $1,200
Francis Blackbear Bosin (1921-1980) Keeper of the Plains Second quarter of the 20th century. The cast bronze sculpture on wood base with brass plaque is modeled after the artist's forty-four feet tall Corten steel public installation of the same name situated at the confluence of the Arkansas river and Little Arkansas river in Wichita, Kansas. This tabletop bronze sculpture is signed in the casting and numbered 6 from an edition of 250. The work is titled on a brass plaque mounted to the walnut base. Exhibitions: Festival of Arts, White House, Wash., DC, 1965; Whitney Gallery of Western Art, 1966; Nat. Indian Ann., Philbrook Art Ctr., 1967; Heard Mus., 1967; Wichita Art Assn., 1971. Awards: Grand award, Philbrook Art Ctr., 1959-1963; Waite Phillips Special Indian Artists Award, 1967. Member: Wichita Artists Guild (v. pres., 1963-1966); Wichita Advertising Assn. Work: Wichita Art Mus.; Wichita Art Assn.; Philbrook Art Ctr.; Heard Mus., Phoenix; Whitney Gallery of Western Art, Cody, WY. Commissions: sculpture design for city, Kansas Gas & Electric, Wichita, 1969; mural, commissioned by Schafer, Schirmer & Eflin for Farmers Credit Land Bank, Wichita, 1972; painting, Southern Plains Mus., Anadarko, 1972. Measures 11.5 x 3 x 3 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
Apr. 22, 2023
FRANCIS BLACKBEAR BOSIN (1921-1980) PUBLISHED PAINTING
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Francis Blackbear Bosin (1921-1980) Kachina Dancers Third quarter of the 20th century. The artist's record of a kachina dance and the regalia of dancers painted in gouache on artist's illustration board is signed by the artist lower left front. This work is published on page 10 of Blackbear Bosin: Keeper of the Indian Spirit by David Simmonds, Ph.D. published by Carriage Factory Gallery, Newton, Kansas Fine Arts Association Inc, 2012. The following is taken from the book's dust jacket, A self-taught artist, Blackbear Bosin (1921-1980) immortalized the spirit of a bygone era in his art. He rose to national prominence after his award winning painting Prairie Fire was published in National Geographic magazine in 1955. His works were exhibited at museums across the country, including the National Gallery and Smithsonian Institution, and in 1965 he was the only American Indian invited to the White House Festival of Arts. His sculpture Keeper of the Plains stands majestically in Wichita, Kansas, at the confluence of the Big and Little Arkansas rivers, considered a sacred place by Native Americans. Provenance: ' Blackbear Bosin married my mother, Nola Roena Simmonds, on Thanksgiving, 1953. I was eight years old at the time. He moved into our home in the Riverside area of Wichita, Kansas. With him came many paintings he had completed, and they hung in our home for many years. This painting, Kachina Dances, was one of the paintings I fondly remember from our home during my youth. The painting is undated.' David W. Simmonds, Stepson of Blackbear Bosin, April 30, 2011. Exhibitions: Festival of Arts, White House, Wash., DC, 1965; Whitney Gallery of Western Art, 1966; Nat. Indian Ann., Philbrook Art Ctr., 1967; Heard Mus., 1967; Wichita Art Assn., 1971. Awards: Grand award, Philbrook Art Ctr., 1959-1963; Waite Phillips Special Indian Artists Award, 1967. Member: Wichita Artists Guild (v. pres., 1963-1966); Wichita Advertising Assn. Work: Wichita Art Mus.; Wichita Art Assn.; Philbrook Art Ctr.; Heard Mus., Phoenix; Whitney Gallery of Western Art, Cody, WY. Commissions: sculpture design for city, Kansas Gas & Electric, Wichita, 1969; mural, commissioned by Schafer, Schirmer & Eflin for Farmers Credit Land Bank, Wichita, 1972; painting, Southern Plains Mus., Anadarko, 1972. Image measures 13.75 x 17.5 with a framed size of 25.25 x 27.75 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
Apr. 22, 2023
FRANCIS BLACKBEAR BOSIN (1921-1980) EXHIBITED GOUACHE
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Francis Blackbear Bosin (1921-1980) Sing Back the Buffalo 1963 This original gouache painting on paperboard is alternately titled Singer with Buffalo Skull and signed lower right front. On the reverse is an exhibition label from a 1982 showing at the Edwin A. Ulrich Museum of Art on the campus of Wichita State University. This painting was purchased directly from the artist's estate through the artist's stepson, David Simmonds. Blackbear Bosin was a Native American artist named for his Kiowa grandfather, a subchief named Tsate-Kongia (Blackbear), and was part Comanche as well. He served the United States in World War Two, and as an artist was largely self-taught. He created easel paintings like the example being offered here and painted murals on commission as well. His works were exhibited widely and garnered numerous awards. His three-dimensional subjects include a forty feet high Corten steel public installation in Wichita, Kansas titled Keeper of The Plains. A tabletop version of this sculpture is offered later in the auction. A book about the artist titled Blackbear Bosin: Keeper of the Indian Spirit by David Simmonds, Ph.D. and published by Carriage Factory Gallery, Newton, Kansas Fine Arts Association Inc, 2012. is the source for the following synopsis on the artist. A self-taught artist, Blackbear Bosin (1921-1980) immortalized the spirit of a bygone era in his art. He rose to national prominence after his award winning painting Prairie Fire was published in National Geographic magazine in 1955. His works were exhibited at museums across the country, including the National Gallery and Smithsonian Institution, and in 1965 he was the only American Indian invited to the White House Festival of Arts. His sculpture 'Keeper of the Plains' stands majestically in Wichita, Kansas, at the confluence of the Big and Little Arkansas rivers, considered a sacred place by Native Americans. Exhibitions; Festival of Arts, White House, Wash., DC, 1965; Whitney Gallery of Western Art, 1966; Nat. Indian Ann., Philbrook Art Ctr., 1967; Heard Mus., 1967; Wichita Art Assn., 1971. Awards: Grand award, Philbrook Art Ctr., 1959-1963; Waite Phillips Special Indian Artists Award, 1967. Member: Wichita Artists Guild (v. pres., 1963-1966); Wichita Advertising Assn. Work: Wichita Art Mus.; Wichita Art Assn.; Philbrook Art Ctr.; Heard Mus., Phoenix; Whitney Gallery of Western Art, Cody, WY. Commissions: sculpture design for city, Kansas Gas & Electric, Wichita, 1969; mural, commissioned by Schafer, Schirmer & Eflin for Farmers Credit Land Bank, Wichita, 1972; painting, Southern Plains Mus., Anadarko, 1972. Sight size measures 32 x 28 with a framed size of 42.5 x 38.25 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
Nov. 02, 2022
Blackbear Bosin, 26 x 21 3/8 in. (66.04 x 54.29 cm.)
Est: $200 - $300
Blackbear Bosin, The Kiowa Dancer, silkscreen, signed in image.
Maynards Fine Art & Antiques
May. 31, 2022
Blackbear Bosin "Keeper of The Plains" Bronze on Wood
Est: $100 - $200
Officially sanctioned miniature bronze of the Wichita, Kansas landmark. Commemorative brass plaque on front.
Taos Estate Sales
May. 11, 2022
BLACKBEAR BOSIN NIGHT SINGER FRAMED LITHOGRAPH
Est: $80 - $130
Blackbear Bosin, Night Singer, Framed and Matted Lithograph. Measurements: framed 30.5X37 inches. picture 16X22.5 inches. Frame includes wire for display. Print and frame are both in very good condition.
Affiliated Auctions & Realty LLC
Feb. 05, 2022
Blackbear Bosin, Eagle Dance
Est: $400 - $600
Blackbear Bosin (Comanche/Kiowa, 1921 - 1980) Eagle Dance serigraph signed lower left: BlAckbeAr Bosin
Santa Fe Art Auction
Aug. 14, 2021
Blackbear Bosin [Tsate Kongia], Untitled (Horse), 1969
Est: $200 - $400
Blackbear Bosin [Tsate Kongia] (Comanche-Kiowa, 1921 - 1980) Untitled (Horse), 1969 graphite on paper signed and dated lower right: Blackbear Bosin 69
Santa Fe Art Auction
Oct. 09, 2020
Blackbear Bosin (Comanche-Kiowa, 1921-1980) Lot is located and will ship from Cincinnati, Ohio.Prairie Fire, ca 1955
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Blackbear Bosin (Comanche-Kiowa, 1921-1980) Lot is located and will ship from Cincinnati, Ohio.Prairie Fire, ca 1955 gouache on paper signed on horse's hindquarters with red hand and lightning bolt 54 x 242 in.
Hindman
Jun. 27, 2020
Original Kiowa Artist Blackbear Bosin Painting
Est: $600 - $1,200
For your consideration is this original framed painting by Kiowa artist Blackbear Bosin of a Southern Plains fancy dancer. This is a large colorful perfectly executed silkscreen on blue paper piece of art and shows vibrant colors and shows the artist signature in the bottom right hand corner. The condition of this framed painting is good with no visible signs of damage. The measurements of this framed silkscreen is 29 1/2" x 24 1/2" and the visible art measures 22 1/2" x 17 1/2".
North American Auction Company
Jun. 17, 2020
Blackbear Bosin (American, 1921 - 1980), Two Watercolors
Est: $200 - $400
"Kneeling Dancer" and "Dancer and Shield Symbol". Both signed (lower left).
Cottone Auctions
Jul. 20, 2019
Francis Blackbear Bosin, (Kiowa, 1921-1980), Southern Plains Indian dancer in feather head dress, screen print, 20"H x 18"W sight 36...
Est: $100 - $200
Francis Blackbear Bosin (Kiowa, 1921-1980) Southern Plains Indian dancer in feather head dress screen print signed. From the personal collection of Chicago/Santa Fe artist Ramon Shiva (American; 1893-1963). Also known as Tsate Konia, Bosin's Kiowa name also belongs to his grandfather, a Kiowan chief. His great steel sculpture "The Keeper of the Plains" stands at the confluence of the Arkansas and Little Arkansas rivers near Wichita, adjacent to the Mid-America All-Indian Center. His exhibits include Honolulo Academy of Arts 1945, American Indian Artists at Philbrook Art Center, OK 1946, Dallas Museum of Fine Arts, Detroit Institute of Arts, as well as museums in Florida, Illinois, Iowa, New Jersey, New York and Maryland. National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution 66 paintings in 1950, National Gallery, National Geographic magazine 1955, White House Festival of Arts 1965, All Indian Show at The Kennedy Theatre, NY, 1970. 20"H x 18"W sight 36-1/2" x 31" frame
Ripley Auctions
Nov. 04, 2018
Francis ‘’Blackbear’’ Bosin Native American Print.
Est: $100 - $500
Francis ‘’Blackbear’’ Bosin. No title. Native American scene. Frame measures approximately 28’’x22’’.Print
Fidelity Estate Services
Apr. 07, 2018
Blue Desert
Est: -
Black Bear Bosin S/N 161/250 Comanche-Kiowa
David Barber Auctions
Jun. 25, 2017
Blackbear Bosin (1921-2980
Est: $150 - $250
Dancer, Serigraph, 13 1/2" x 10 1/2", Signed Lower Right, Framed.
James Cox Gallery
Oct. 15, 2016
Nude Native American Woman Pencil Drawing by Blackbear Bosin
Est: -
Nude Native American Woman Pencil Drawing by Blackbear Bosin 12x15
Little Bull Auction & Sales Co.
Oct. 15, 2016
Native American Girl Pencil Drawing by Blackbear Bosin
Est: -
Native American Girl Pencil Drawing by Blackbear Bosin 12x15
Little Bull Auction & Sales Co.
Mar. 13, 2015
***DANCER BY BLACKBEAR BOSIN (MID 20TH CENTURY).
Est: $300 - $500
***DANCER BY BLACKBEAR BOSIN (MID 20TH CENTURY). Gouache on paper, signed lower right. Colorful image of American Indian in full dance regalia. In a frame, 29"h. 21"w.
Garth's Auctioneers & Appraisers
Oct. 20, 2013
BUFFALO DANCE BY BLACKBEAR BOSIN. Francis Blackbear Bosin (1921-1980). Comanche Kiowa artist. Limited edition print ''Buffalo Dance'' , pencil signed and numbered lower right. Blackbear Bosin 119/250. Size: window: 9 1/2''H, 12 1/4''W. frame: 19''H,
Est: $100 - $200
BUFFALO DANCE BY BLACKBEAR BOSIN. Francis Blackbear Bosin (1921-1980). Comanche Kiowa artist. Limited edition print ''Buffalo Dance'' , pencil signed and numbered lower right. Blackbear Bosin 119/250. Size: window: 9 1/2''H, 12 1/4''W. frame: 19''H, 20''W. Condition: age appropriate wear.
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