Thornton (1953) Dial Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Thornton (1953) Dial Art Value Price Guide

Jun. 06, 2024
Large Thornton Dial, Jr. (American, B. 1953) Mixed Media Sculpture
Est: $200 - $2,000
DESCRIPTION: Large outsider art mixed media (paint, metal, and found wood) sculpture by Thornton Dial, Jr. (American, b. 1953) depicting a nude man and an alligator. Unsigned. "1995.1059" at reverse. CIRCA: Late 20th century ORIGIN: American DIMENSIONS: H: 64" W: 68" Depth: 15.5" CONDITION: Some components are somewhat loose. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email.
Akiba Galleries
Feb. 22, 2023
Thornton Dial, Jr. (American, b. 1953) Man with Alligator
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Thornton Dial, Jr. (American, b. 1953) Man with Alligator painted wood and metal height: 64 inches. Property from the Collection of Edith S. Peiser, Boca Raton, FL
Hindman
Jan. 18, 2023
THORNTON DIAL, JR. (b. 1953) Old Birmingham mixed media including oil, tin
Est: $4,000 - $8,000
THORNTON DIAL, JR. (b. 1953) Old Birmingham mixed media including oil, tin and burlap on wood 35 7/8 x 72 in.
Christie's
Jan. 18, 2023
THORNTON DIAL, JR. (b. 1953) Untitled (Animal Bench in Red and White) mixed
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
THORNTON DIAL, JR. (b. 1953) Untitled (Animal Bench in Red and White) mixed media including carpet on painted wood 34 3/4 x 60 x 17 1/2 in.
Christie's
Jan. 18, 2023
THORNTON DIAL, JR. (b. 1953) Untitled (Animal Bench with White Spots) mixed
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
THORNTON DIAL, JR. (b. 1953) Untitled (Animal Bench with White Spots) mixed media including carpet on painted wood 36 x 66 x 20 in.
Christie's
Jun. 15, 2022
Thornton Dial, Paying Attention to the People (Gore and the American Tiger)
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Thornton Dial Paying Attention to the People (Gore and the American Tiger) 2000 graphite and conté crayon on paper 30 h × 44.25 w in (76 × 112 cm) Signed to lower right 'TD'. Provenance: Marianne Boesky Gallery, New York | Private Collection This work will ship from Wright in Chicago, Illinois.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Jun. 15, 2022
Thornton Dial, Fishing for the Sun Bass
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Thornton Dial Fishing for the Sun Bass 2000 graphite and conté crayon on paper 30 h × 22.25 w in (76 × 57 cm) Signed to lower right 'TD'. Provenance: Marianne Boesky Gallery, New York | Private Collection This work will ship from Wright in Chicago, Illinois.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Mar. 30, 2022
Thornton Dial, Bird Catcher; Looking Around; Bird Catcher; Looking to the Right (four works)
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Thornton Dial Bird Catcher; Looking Around; Bird Catcher; Looking to the Right (four works) 1994 watercolor, charcoal and graphite on handmade paper 8 h × 6 w in (20 × 15 cm) Signed to lower edge of each work 'TD'. Titled and dated to verso of each work 'Bird catcher 1-94', 'Looking Around 1-94', 'Bird catcher 1-94' and 'Looking to the right 1-94'. This work will ship from Rago in Lambertville, New Jersey. condition: Works are in good overall condition. Some adhesive residue to verso from previous mounting. Each framed behind glass measuring 12 x 10 inches.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Mar. 23, 2021
Thornton Dial, Lady with a Pink Bird
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Thornton Dial Lady with a Pink Bird 1991 watercolor and graphite on Arches 30 h × 22.5 w in (76 × 57 cm) Signed to lower right 'TD'. Exhibited: Thornton Dial: Thoughts on Paper, 30 March - 1 July 2012, Ackland Art Museum, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (traveled to the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, 12 January - 17 March 2013) Literature: Thornton Dial: Thoughts on Paper, Ackland Art Museum, pg. 88, pl. 32 illustrates this work condition: Work is in good overall condition. Sheet has not been examined out of frame but is fully visible and hinged at upper corners. Soft crease to lower left and right corners. Work presents well with strong colors. Framed behind acrylic measuring 36 x 28 inches.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Mar. 23, 2021
Thornton Dial, Life Go On
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Thornton Dial Life Go On 1991 watercolor and graphite on Arches 29.25 h × 22.125 w in (74 × 56 cm) Signed to lower right 'TD'. Exhibited: Thornton Dial: Thoughts on Paper, 30 March - 1 July 2012, Ackland Art Museum, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (traveled to the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, 12 January - 17 March 2013) Literature: Thornton Dial: Thoughts on Paper, Ackland Art Museum, pg. 87, pl. 31 illustrates this work condition: Work is in very good overall condition. Sheet has not been examined out of frame but is fully visible and hinged at upper corners. Work presents well with strong colors. Framed behind acrylic measuring 31 x 28 inches.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Mar. 23, 2021
Thornton Dial, Fishing for Love
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Thornton Dial Fishing for Love 1991 watercolor and graphite on Arches 29.625 h × 22.1875 w in (75 × 56 cm) Signed to lower right 'TD'. Exhibited: Thornton Dial: Thoughts on Paper, 30 March - 1 July 2012, Ackland Art Museum, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (traveled to the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, 12 January - 17 March 2013) Literature: Thornton Dial: Thoughts on Paper, Ackland Art Museum, pg. 135, pl. 42 illustrates this work condition: Work is in good overall condition. Sheet has not been examined out of frame but is fully visible and hinged at upper corners. Soft crease to upper left corner and lower left edge. Work presents well strong colors. Framed behind acrylic measuring 31 x 28 inches.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Mar. 23, 2021
Thornton Dial, Rooster Picture
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Thornton Dial Rooster Picture 1991 watercolor, graphite, and chalk on Arches 30.75 h × 23 w in (78 × 58 cm) Signed to lower right 'TD'. Exhibited: Thornton Dial: Thoughts on Paper, 30 March - 1 July 2012, Ackland Art Museum, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (traveled to the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, 12 January - 17 March 2013) Literature: Thornton Dial: Thoughts on Paper, Ackland Art Museum, pg. 161, pl. 49 illustrates this work condition: Work is in good overall condition. Sheet has not been examined out of frame but fully visible and hinged at upper corners. Work presents well. Framed behind acrylic measuring 36 x 28 inches.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Mar. 23, 2021
Thornton Dial, Fishing for Love
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Thornton Dial Fishing for Love 1991 watercolor and graphite on Arches 29.625 h × 22.25 w in (75 × 57 cm) Signed to lower right 'TD'. Exhibited: Thornton Dial: Thoughts on Paper, 30 March - 1 July 2012, Ackland Art Museum, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (traveled to the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, 12 January - 17 March 2013) Literature: Thornton Dial: Thoughts on Paper, Ackland Art Museum, pg. 134, pl. 41 illustrates this work condition: Work is in good overall condition. Sheet has not been examined out of frame but is fully visible and hinged at upper corners. Minor tear to lower right edge and one soft crease to the upper right corner. Work presents well with strong colors. Framed behind acrylic measuring 31 x 28 inches.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Mar. 23, 2021
Thornton Dial, Sitting in the Shade
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Thornton Dial Sitting in the Shade 1990 watercolor and graphite on Arches 30 h × 22.625 w in (76 × 57 cm) Signed to lower right 'TD'. Exhibited: Thornton Dial: Thoughts on Paper, 30 March - 1 July 2012, Ackland Art Museum, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (traveled to the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, 12 January - 17 March 2013) Literature: Thornton Dial: Thoughts on Paper, Ackland Art Museum, pg. 42, pl. 11 illustrates this work condition: Work is in good overall condition. Sheet has not been examined out of frame but is fully visible and hinged at upper corners. Soft crease to lower right corner. Work presents well. Framed behind acrylic measuring 31 x 28 inches.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Apr. 29, 2017
Thornton Dial. 4 Cement Bottle Figures.
Est: $200 - $400
Thornton Dial. Four Cement Bottle Figures.Not signed. Cans, cement, paint and cutout tin. Great condition. Tallest is 15"h. Est. $200-400. Ship: $45
Slotin Folk Art Auction
Apr. 29, 2017
Thornton Dial. Green Figure.
Est: $400 - $600
Thornton Dial. Green Figure.Initialed. Not dated. Crayon and graphite on paper. Excellent condition. Image is 8.5â w x 13"h. Frame is 15"w x 19"h. Est. $400-600. Ship: $45
Slotin Folk Art Auction
Apr. 29, 2017
Thornton Dial. Figure In The Grass.
Est: $400 - $600
Thornton Dial. Figure In The Grass.c. 1998. Initialed. Crayon and graphite on paper. Excellent condition. Image is 10â w x 11"h. Frame is 17"w x 21"h. Est. $400-600. Ship: $45
Slotin Folk Art Auction
Apr. 29, 2017
Thornton Dial. Mule With Two Nude Women.
Est: $5,000 - $8,000
Thornton Dial. Mule With Two Nude Women.Initialed. Not dated. Watercolor, marker on artist paper. Excellent condition. Image is 22.5" w x 30.5"h. Frame is 36"w x 45"h (Needs to be re-attached inside frame). Est. $5,000-8,000. Ship: $125
Slotin Folk Art Auction
Jan. 24, 2014
Thornton Dial Jr. (b.1953)
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Thornton Dial Jr. (b.1953) Broken Promises mixed medial on panel 48 x 60 in. Painted circa 1989.
Christie's