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Painter, Illustrator, b. 1907 - d. 1989

American artist John Ford Clymer was born in Ellensberg, Washington in 1907. His formal art education took place at Vancouver British Columbia School of Art and Ontario College of Art. Oil painter Clymer began painting scenes of the historical Old West, especially Native American culture, in the early 60s using sketches and photos as references.

Artist John Ford Clymer undertook illustrations for Esquire, Cosmopolitan, Redbook, and The Saturday Evening Post. He was also the primary illustrator for the book The Yearling. Raiding parties, riders on horses, and traditional attire are all accurately depicted in Clymer's Native American paintings for sale. Whether your interest is the Old West, Victorian England, or 80s Pop Art, get transported to another time by viewing imaginative oil paintings offered online at Invaluable.

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              • JOHN CLYMER (American 1907-1989) A PRINT, "Sacajawea at the Big Water," 1977
                Oct. 20, 2024

                JOHN CLYMER (American 1907-1989) A PRINT, "Sacajawea at the Big Water," 1977

                Est: $100 - $200

                JOHN CLYMER (American 1907-1989) A PRINT, "Sacajawea at the Big Water," 1977, photomechanical lithograph on paper, signed and numbered in pencil L/R, "John Clymer 596/750;" 15 3/4' x 31 3/4', framed 29 1/2' x 44 1/4'.

                Simpson Galleries, LLC
              • John Clymer (1907-1989), Mountain Trail
                Sep. 14, 2024

                John Clymer (1907-1989), Mountain Trail

                Est: $40,000 - $60,000

                Title: John Clymer (1907-1989), Mountain Trail Dimensions: 20 x 30 Framed Dimensions: 30 1/2 x 40 1/2 x 2 1/8 Signature: signed lower right: John Clymer

                Jackson Hole Art Auction
              • John Clymer (English, B. 1932) Oil on Canvas, Impressionist Landscape H 30" W 24"
                Sep. 13, 2024

                John Clymer (English, B. 1932) Oil on Canvas, Impressionist Landscape H 30" W 24"

                Est: $300 - $500

                Impressionist landscape of a woman in a red dress and blue blouse standing next to a pond with swans. Signed lower right. Having a giltwood frame, H 37", W 31".

                DuMouchelles
              • John Ford Clymer (1907-1989) Where the Cool Moss Grows, Morain River 30 x 36 in. framed 40 1/2 x 46 1/2 in.
                Apr. 23, 2024

                John Ford Clymer (1907-1989) Where the Cool Moss Grows, Morain River 30 x 36 in. framed 40 1/2 x 46 1/2 in.

                Est: $30,000 - $50,000

                John Ford Clymer (1907-1989) Where the Cool Moss Grows, Morain River signed 'John Clymer' (lower left) and titled (on the reverse) oil on Masonite 30 x 36 in. framed 40 1/2 x 46 1/2 in.

                Bonhams
              • John Ford Clymer, "Clearing the Palo Duro"
                Apr. 13, 2024

                John Ford Clymer, "Clearing the Palo Duro"

                Est: $175,000 - $275,000

                John Ford Clymer (1907-1989), "Clearing the Palo Duro", Oil on canvas, Signed/CA and dated 1980 lower right Signed, titled and dated Feb. 10, 1980 verso

                Scottsdale Art Auction, LLC
              • John Ford Clymer, "Trading Down the Sweetwater"
                Apr. 13, 2024

                John Ford Clymer, "Trading Down the Sweetwater"

                Est: $90,000 - $120,000

                John Ford Clymer (1907-1989), "Trading Down the Sweetwater", Oil on board, Signed lower left Titled verso

                Scottsdale Art Auction, LLC
              • John Ford Clymer, "Buffalo Scouts"
                Apr. 13, 2024

                John Ford Clymer, "Buffalo Scouts"

                Est: $50,000 - $75,000

                John Ford Clymer (1907-1989), "Buffalo Scouts", Oil on board, Signed/CA and dated 77 lower left Titled verso

                Scottsdale Art Auction, LLC
              • (2pc) John Ford Clymer Signed & Numbered Limited Edition Lithograph
                Jan. 27, 2024

                (2pc) John Ford Clymer Signed & Numbered Limited Edition Lithograph

                Est: -

                Titled: Sioux Camp; Nez Perce 1877 Crossing The Yellowstone. Images Are In Good Condition. Largest Image Measures Approximately 25in X 38in. Both Images Are Signed & Numbered. Images Are Numbered 610/750 & 68/600. Tm6733 Sa

                EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
              • JOHN FORD CLYMER (1907-1989) "U.S. Troops' Triumphant Return to New York Harbor."
                Dec. 14, 2023

                JOHN FORD CLYMER (1907-1989) "U.S. Troops' Triumphant Return to New York Harbor."

                Est: $12,000 - $18,000

                JOHN FORD CLYMER (1907-1989) "U.S. Troops' Triumphant Return to New York Harbor." Promotional illustration, presumably for an annual calendar, for National Life and Accident Insurance Company, Nashville, Tennessee, c. 1944. Oil on canvas. 914 x1156 mm; 45 1/2x36 inches. Provenance: Gift to father of owner from National Life, where he was employed.

                Swann Auction Galleries
              • (2pc) John Ford Clymer Signed & Numbered Limited Edition Lithograph
                Nov. 11, 2023

                (2pc) John Ford Clymer Signed & Numbered Limited Edition Lithograph

                Est: -

                Titled: “Crazy Horse” & “Chief Joseph”. Images are in good condition. Images measure approximately 25in x 38in. Signed & numbered in the lower right & lower left corners. Unframed. BH14988 SA

                EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
              • (2pc) John Ford Clymer Signed & Numbered Limited Edition Lithograph
                Nov. 11, 2023

                (2pc) John Ford Clymer Signed & Numbered Limited Edition Lithograph

                Est: -

                Titled: “Pride of The Nez Perce” & “ Hunt at Crowheart”. Images are in good condition. Largest image measures approximately 25in x 38.25in. Both images are signed & numbered in the lower left corner. BH14988 SA

                EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
              • (2pc) John Ford Clymer Signed & Numbered Limited Edition Lithograph
                Nov. 11, 2023

                (2pc) John Ford Clymer Signed & Numbered Limited Edition Lithograph

                Est: -

                Titled: “Nez Perce Crossing The Yellowstone” & “Sioux Camp”. Images are in good condition. Images measure approximately 25in x 38in. Both images are signed & numbered. one on the lower left corner & one on the lower right corner. Unframed. BH14988 SA

                EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
              • John Ford Clymer (American, 1907-1989) Home from Church on an Autumn Sunday 26 x 34 in. (66.2 x 86.5 cm) framed 27 x 35 in.
                Sep. 19, 2023

                John Ford Clymer (American, 1907-1989) Home from Church on an Autumn Sunday 26 x 34 in. (66.2 x 86.5 cm) framed 27 x 35 in.

                Est: $8,000 - $12,000

                John Ford Clymer (American, 1907-1989) Home from Church on an Autumn Sunday signed 'J. Clymer' (lower left) oil on canvas 26 x 34 in. (66.2 x 86.5 cm) framed 27 x 35 in.

                Bonhams
              • John Clymer (1907-1989), Last of the Buffalo (alt. title: Buffalo Killers)
                Sep. 16, 2023

                John Clymer (1907-1989), Last of the Buffalo (alt. title: Buffalo Killers)

                Est: $175,000 - $275,000

                Title: Last of the Buffalo (alt. title: Buffalo Killers) Dimensions: 24 x 36 Framed/base dimensions: 32 x 44 1/4 x 1 7/8 Signature: signed lower left: J clymer verso: titled (Buffalo Killers)

                Jackson Hole Art Auction
              • John Ford Clymer (American, 1907-1989) The Offering 22 x 21 1/4 in. framed 29 3/4 x 29 1/4 x 2 in.
                May. 24, 2023

                John Ford Clymer (American, 1907-1989) The Offering 22 x 21 1/4 in. framed 29 3/4 x 29 1/4 x 2 in.

                Est: $10,000 - $15,000

                John Ford Clymer (American, 1907-1989) The Offering signed 'John Clymer' lower right, inscribed with title and artist's address on the reverse, identified on a fragmentary label from The American Magazine accompanying the lot oil on board 22 x 21 1/4 in. framed 29 3/4 x 29 1/4 x 2 in.

                Bonhams
              • John Clymer (1907-1989), Untitled (Roping a Calf)
                Feb. 18, 2023

                John Clymer (1907-1989), Untitled (Roping a Calf)

                Est: $30,000 - $50,000

                John Clymer (1907-1989) Untitled (Roping a Calf) oil on board 27 x 40 inches 32 x 45 x 1 1/2 inches (frame) signed lower left: John Clymer

                Jackson Hole Art Auction
              • John Ford Clymer (American, 1907-1989) Home from Church on an Autumn Sunday 26 x 34 in. (66.2 x 86.5 cm) framed 27 x 35 in.
                Jan. 25, 2023

                John Ford Clymer (American, 1907-1989) Home from Church on an Autumn Sunday 26 x 34 in. (66.2 x 86.5 cm) framed 27 x 35 in.

                Est: $40,000 - $60,000

                John Ford Clymer (American, 1907-1989) Home from Church on an Autumn Sunday signed 'J. Clymer' (lower left) oil on canvas 26 x 34 in. (66.2 x 86.5 cm) framed 27 x 35 in.

                Bonhams
              • John Ford Clymer (1907-1989) Cannon Beach, Oregon 10 x 10 1/2 in. framed 16 x 16 in.
                Nov. 21, 2022

                John Ford Clymer (1907-1989) Cannon Beach, Oregon 10 x 10 1/2 in. framed 16 x 16 in.

                Est: $4,000 - $6,000

                John Ford Clymer (1907-1989) Cannon Beach, Oregon signed 'John Clymer' (lower left) acrylic on paper 10 x 10 1/2 in. framed 16 x 16 in.

                Bonhams
              • JOHN CLYMER (American 1907-1989) A PRINT, "Sacajawea at the Big Water," 1977,
                Nov. 12, 2022

                JOHN CLYMER (American 1907-1989) A PRINT, "Sacajawea at the Big Water," 1977,

                Est: $100 - $200

                JOHN CLYMER (American 1907-1989) A PRINT, "Sacajawea at the Big Water," 1977, photomechanical lithograph on paper, signed and numbered in pencil L/R, "John Clymer 596/750;" 15 3/4'' x 31 3/4'', framed 29 1/2'' x 44 1/4''. 

                Houston Auction Company
              • John Clymer (1909-1989), Caribou
                Sep. 17, 2022

                John Clymer (1909-1989), Caribou

                Est: $5,000 - $10,000

                John Clymer (1907 - 1989), oil on canvas, 25 x 30, signed lower right: J Clymer .

                Jackson Hole Art Auction
              • John Clymer (1909-1989), Indigenous Women
                Sep. 17, 2022

                John Clymer (1909-1989), Indigenous Women

                Est: $10,000 - $20,000

                John Clymer (1907 - 1989), oil on canvas, 20 x 24, signed lower right: J Clymer

                Jackson Hole Art Auction
              • John Clymer (1909-1989), Monkies and Flowers
                Sep. 17, 2022

                John Clymer (1909-1989), Monkies and Flowers

                Est: $8,000 - $12,000

                John Clymer (1907 - 1989), oil on canvas, 45 x 45, signed lower right: J Clymer verso: titled

                Jackson Hole Art Auction
              • John Clymer (1909-1989), The Hunters
                Sep. 17, 2022

                John Clymer (1909-1989), The Hunters

                Est: $70,000 - $100,000

                John Clymer (1907-1989), oil on board, 20 x 30, signed lower right: John Clymer verso: titled and signed

                Jackson Hole Art Auction
              • John Clymer (1909-1989), When Evening Comes
                Sep. 17, 2022

                John Clymer (1909-1989), When Evening Comes

                Est: $150,000 - $250,000

                John Clymer (1909-1989), oil on canvas, 24 x 48, signed lower right: John Clymer (artist cipher) © 1980 verso: titled, signed, dated

                Jackson Hole Art Auction
              • John Ford Clymer, American, 1907-1989
                Sep. 10, 2022

                John Ford Clymer, American, 1907-1989

                Est: $100 - $25,000

                Trout Fishing With Guides, Circa 1950, Oil On Masonite, Signed Lower Left, Venalble’s Gallery Label And Bone Board Label Verso, Board, 26 x 23 Inches, Brown Painted Frame With Linen Fillet 35 x 31.5 x 2 Inches, Paint Surface Stable, Slight Yellowing Of Varnish Layer From Age, No Inpainting Visible Under UV Light. Frame Has Dents And Soiling To Linen Fillet, See Photos For Additional Condition Information.

                J. Garrett Auctioneers
              • JOHN F. CLYMER (D.1989) LTD EDITION LITHOGRAPH
                Sep. 09, 2022

                JOHN F. CLYMER (D.1989) LTD EDITION LITHOGRAPH

                Est: $100 - $200

                Framed lithograph on paper, "Wilson Price Hunt: Up the Wind River, 1811", signed lower right John Clymer (John Ford Clymer, American/Canadian, 1907-1989), dated 1978, numbered 975/144, accompanied by Certificate of Authenticity, sight: approx 11.5"h, 23.75"w, overall: approx 21.25"h, 33.25"w, Start Price: $80.00

                Austin Auction Gallery
              • SIGNED JOHN FORD CLYMER 'CAMPKEEPER' PRINT
                Jun. 25, 2022

                SIGNED JOHN FORD CLYMER 'CAMPKEEPER' PRINT

                Est: $80 - $150

                Framed print on paper, "Campkeeper," signed lower right John Clymer (John Ford Clymer, American, 1907-1989), sight: approx 18.5"h, 24.5"w, overall: 30"h, 36"w, 11lbs Start Price: $50.00

                Austin Auction Gallery
              • JOHN FORD CLYMER (1907-1989) Lone Billy oil on masonite 24 x 36 in. (60.9 x
                May. 17, 2022

                JOHN FORD CLYMER (1907-1989) Lone Billy oil on masonite 24 x 36 in. (60.9 x

                Est: $30,000 - $50,000

                JOHN FORD CLYMER (1907-1989) Lone Billy oil on masonite 24 x 36 in. (60.9 x 91.4 cm.)

                Christie's
              • John Ford Clymer Portrait of Metis Drawing
                Mar. 27, 2022

                John Ford Clymer Portrait of Metis Drawing

                Est: $1,000 - $1,500

                CLYMER, John Ford, (American 1907-1989): Portrait bust of "Metis", Charcoal on Board, signed lower right, signed and titled verso, 14" x 10", framed 21" x 17".

                Amero Auctions
              • Spike (California Ram) by John Clymer (1907-1989)
                Feb. 19, 2022

                Spike (California Ram) by John Clymer (1907-1989)

                Est: $3,000 - $5,000

                Spike (California Ram) by John Clymer (1907-1989), mixed media on paper on board, 8 x 10

                Jackson Hole Art Auction
              • Buffalo Run by John Clymer (1907-1989)
                Feb. 19, 2022

                Buffalo Run by John Clymer (1907-1989)

                Est: $70,000 - $100,000

                Buffalo Run by John Clymer (1907-1989), oil on board, 10 x 20

                Jackson Hole Art Auction
              • John Ford Clymer (American, 1907-1989) Javanese Dancing Girls Oil on canvas 43-7
                Nov. 05, 2021

                John Ford Clymer (American, 1907-1989) Javanese Dancing Girls Oil on canvas 43-7

                Est: $15,000 - $25,000

                John Ford Clymer (American, 1907-1989) Javanese Dancing Girls Oil on canvas 43-7/8 x 44 inches (111.4 x 111.8 cm) Signed lower right: J. Clymer Titled and inscribed on the reverse: Javanese Dancing Girls e763 Property from the Collection of the Late Mort Walker HID01801242017

                Heritage Auctions
              • JOHN CLYMER (BRITISH B. 1932) OIL ON CANVAS, H 8", W 10", IMPRESSIONIST LANDSCAPE
                Oct. 07, 2021

                JOHN CLYMER (BRITISH B. 1932) OIL ON CANVAS, H 8", W 10", IMPRESSIONIST LANDSCAPE

                Est: $200 - $400

                Landscape with cypress trees. Signed. Frame 15" x 18". From the estate of Lois Jacobs, Grosse Pointe Shores.

                DuMouchelles
              • JOHN CLYMER 1907 -1989 LITHOGRAPH 261-750 SIGNED
                Sep. 25, 2021

                JOHN CLYMER 1907 -1989 LITHOGRAPH 261-750 SIGNED

                Est: $500 - $700

                John Clymer 1907 -1989 Lithograph "NARCISSA WHITMAN MEETS THE HORRIBLES". Frame Measure 28" x 41", Sight 24.5" x 37.5". Please carefully read our terms of sale, shipping information, and request any condition reports or photos prior to placing a bid. Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. RBFineArts CFL INC. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Please email for a condition report and photos, if desired. Emails should be received at least 48 hours in advance of the date of the auction.

                RB Fine Arts
              • High Crossing by John Clymer (1907-1989)
                Sep. 18, 2021

                High Crossing by John Clymer (1907-1989)

                Est: $70,000 - $100,000

                John Clymer (1907-1989), High Crossing, 1985, oil on canvas, 12 x 24, signed lower right

                Jackson Hole Art Auction
              • We Take All by John Clymer (1907-1989)
                Sep. 18, 2021

                We Take All by John Clymer (1907-1989)

                Est: $100,000 - $200,000

                John Clymer (1907-1989), We Take All, 1973, oil on canvas, 24 x 48, signed lower right

                Jackson Hole Art Auction
              • Buffalo Scouts by John Clymer (1907-1989)
                Sep. 18, 2021

                Buffalo Scouts by John Clymer (1907-1989)

                Est: $60,000 - $90,000

                John Clymer (1907-1989), Buffalo Scouts, 1977, oil on board, 10 x 20, signed lower left

                Jackson Hole Art Auction
              • Buffalo Hunt by John Clymer (1907-1989)
                Sep. 18, 2021

                Buffalo Hunt by John Clymer (1907-1989)

                Est: $100,000 - $200,000

                John Clymer (1907-1989), Buffalo Hunt, oil on board, 20 x 30, signed lower right

                Jackson Hole Art Auction
              • Untitled (Man with Horse) by John Clymer (1907-1989)
                Sep. 17, 2021

                Untitled (Man with Horse) by John Clymer (1907-1989)

                Est: $2,000 - $4,000

                John Clymer (1907-1989), Untitled (Man with Horse), ink on paper, 7 x 10, signed lower right

                Jackson Hole Art Auction
              • JOHN CLYMER (Wyoming/Canada, 1907-1989) seven offset lithographs
                Aug. 18, 2021

                JOHN CLYMER (Wyoming/Canada, 1907-1989) seven offset lithographs

                Est: -

                JOHN CLYMER (Wyoming/Canada, 1907-1989) seven offset lithographs: "Tribal Hunt," "Lewis and Clark in the Bitteroots," "Salt Makers," "Captain Clark - Buffalow Gangue," "Winter Trail," "Sioux Camp," and "Pride of the Nez Perce," each signed, all with edition numbers except "Tribal Hunt," images measure from 15" x 20" to 16.25" x 32.5", unframed.

                O'Gallerie
              • JOHN CLYMER (Wyoming/Canada, 1907-1989) ten offset lithographs
                Aug. 18, 2021

                JOHN CLYMER (Wyoming/Canada, 1907-1989) ten offset lithographs

                Est: -

                JOHN CLYMER (Wyoming/Canada, 1907-1989) ten offset lithographs: "Nez Perce of the Buffalo," "Sioux Camp," "The Fur Seekers," "Night Visitors," "Alouette," "Sacajawea at the Big Water," "Narcissa Whitman Meets the Horribles," Pride of the Nez Perce," Chief Joseph," and "Salt Makers," each signed and numbered 242/750, images measure from 19.5" x 26" to 16.25" x 32.5", unframed.

                O'Gallerie
              • Western Acme Boots Cardboard Frame by John Clymer
                Jul. 31, 2021

                Western Acme Boots Cardboard Frame by John Clymer

                Est: $150 - $300

                Included in this lot is a cardboard frame Acme Boots Western print by John Clymer. John Ford Clymer (1907-1989) was an American painter and illustrator known for his nature works featuring the American West. This illustration depicts a man wrestling a bull to the ground with a cowboy on horseback behind him holding a whip. In the bottom left corner is marked "Acme Boots" and the bottom right corner is marked "John Clymer". This piece is in good condition, showing no signs of damage. This piece measures 24" x 18" x 1'.

                North American Auction Company
              • John Ford Clymer (1907-1989) - The Game Trail
                Oct. 28, 2020

                John Ford Clymer (1907-1989) - The Game Trail

                Est: $200,000 - $300,000

                John Ford Clymer (1907-1989) The Game Trail oil on canvas 36 x 36 in. (91.4 x 91.4 cm.)

                Christie's
              • John Ford Clymer (1907-1989) - Grand Parade–Green River Rendezvous 1836
                Oct. 28, 2020

                John Ford Clymer (1907-1989) - Grand Parade–Green River Rendezvous 1836

                Est: $300,000 - $500,000

                John Ford Clymer (1907-1989) Grand Parade–Green River Rendezvous 1836 oil on canvas 30 x 60 in. (76.2 x 152.4 cm.)

                Christie's
              • John Ford Clymer (1907-1989) - Red Dust
                Oct. 28, 2020

                John Ford Clymer (1907-1989) - Red Dust

                Est: $150,000 - $250,000

                John Ford Clymer (1907-1989) Red Dust oil on canvas 20 x 40 in. (50.8 x 101.6 cm.)

                Christie's
              • John Ford Clymer (1907-1989) - Two Friends
                Oct. 28, 2020

                John Ford Clymer (1907-1989) - Two Friends

                Est: $80,000 - $120,000

                John Ford Clymer (1907-1989) Two Friends oil on board 10 x 20 in. (25.4 x 50.8 cm.)

                Christie's
              • In the Dead of Winter by John Clymer (1907-1989)
                Sep. 19, 2020

                In the Dead of Winter by John Clymer (1907-1989)

                Est: $150,000 - $250,000

                John Clymer (1907-1989), oil on board, 24 x 36, signed lower left: John Clymer verso: titled

                Jackson Hole Art Auction
              • Lynx Cap by John Clymer (1907-1989)
                Sep. 19, 2020

                Lynx Cap by John Clymer (1907-1989)

                Est: $3,000 - $5,000

                John Clymer (1907-1989), charcoal on paper, 16 x 12, signed lower right: John Clymer CA 71

                Jackson Hole Art Auction
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