Max Finkelstein Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Max Finkelstein Art Value Price Guide

Nov. 02, 2024
Max Finkelstein (1915-2016) American, Enamel on Aluminum "Hexalum #16"
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Max Finkelstein (1915-2016) American, Enamel on Aluminum "Hexalum #16." Elaborate honeycomb structure of metal with enamel on top to form images. Title, name, and information written on back. Dated 1980 on back. Overall: 39 3/4 x 59 3/4 in. Sight: 39 x 59 in. #3554 . American sculptor Max Finkelstein was born in New York City in 1915. From an early age he excelled in areas of math and science, finding work as a welder during the Great Depression. He graduated with honors in 1934 from Baron de Hirsch Trade School in New York City, with a degree as a machinist. From 1935-1965 Finkelstein worked in machine shops in every aspect of the industry, gaining familiarity with many types of metals and plastics. He also worked on product design and the development of mass-produced parts, automated machinery, models, and fabrication. Although wood interested him most at first, in 1954 Finkelstein began experimenting full-time with art, sculpting in his garage studio and beginning to incorporate his welding skills. He pursued this passion further by studying at the California School of Art in Los Angeles, The Kahn Art Institute (LA), UCLA, Los Angeles City College, and the Sculpture Center in NYC. He began his career as an independent artist in 1960, first concentrating on aluminum constructions and then branching out into mixed media sculptures and paintings, and held yearly solo and group exhibitions in the southwest and New York City. His works were so hyper-specific that his artistic life is often broken down into five year increments, as he would grow obsessed with one form, perfect it, then grow bored with it and move on to another. His Hexalums, Kachinas, and Bar Code Series are some of his most sought-after pieces by collectors, each defining a different period in his life. He taught sculpture for a time at the University of Judaism, and his work received awards from the Los Angeles Municipal Gallery, Krannert Art Museum Biennal, University of Illinois, and others. His works are held in several corporate and public collections including the Jewish Museum (NYC), Santa Barbara Museum of Art, and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. He died in Los Angeles in 2016, at the age of 101, survived by three children, ten grandchildren, and countless great-grandchildren.
Sarasota Estate Auction
Sep. 29, 2024
Max Finkelstein (1915-2016) Mid Century Modern Aluminum Sculpture, Sensor #17A
Est: $400 - $500
Max Finkelstein (1915-2016) Mid Century Modern Aluminum Sculpture, Sensor #17A. Titled "Sensor #17A." Overall good condition. Has very small edge dent. Includes a catalog featuring past works and a hand written letter from Max Finkelstein. Approx. 14 in. H x 7 in. Dia. Weight: 8.4 lbs. (Wine bottle not included.)
Hughes Auctions
Aug. 29, 2023
Max Finkelstein (1915-2016), Abstract, 1964, Hammered and welded copper, 29" H x 20.5" Dia.
Est: $600 - $800
Max Finkelstein (1915-2016) Abstract, 1964 Hammered and welded copper Signed and dated to the metal: M Finkelstein / 64
John Moran Auctioneers
Jan. 15, 2023
Max Finkelstein Brutalist Abstract Bronze Sculpture
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
Max Finkelstein (1915 - 2016) Brutalist Abstract Bronze Sculpture, 1964. Signed and dated. 29 inches height x 21 x 21 inches.
Global Auctions Company
Jan. 01, 2023
Max Finkelstein (1915 - 2016) Enamel/Aluminum 1981 Untitled
Est: $3,000 - $4,000
Max Finkelstein (1915 - 2016) Enamel/Aluminum 1981 Untitled. Approx. 14 in. H x 20 in. W x .875 in. D. Weight 4.1 lbs.
Hughes Auctions
Oct. 30, 2022
Max Finkelstein Brutalist Abstract Bronze Sculpture
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
Max Finkelstein (1915 - 2016) Brutalist Abstract Bronze Sculpture, 1964. Signed and dated. 29 inches height x 21 x 21 inches.
Global Auctions Company
Jul. 31, 2022
Max Finkelstein Brutalist Abstract Bronze Sculpture
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
Max Finkelstein (1915 - 2016) Brutalist Abstract Bronze Sculpture, 1964. Signed and dated. 29 inches height x 21 x 21 inches.
Global Auctions Company
May. 30, 2020
Max Finkelstein (1915 - 2016), "Clusters", carved and painted wood cylinders, signed, titled and dated on back "Clusters, 2000 Max F...
Est: $100 - $200
Max Finkelstein (1915 - 2016), "Clusters", carved and painted wood cylinders, signed, titled and dated on back "Clusters, 2000 Max Finkelstein", 25" x 25". Provenance: The Estate of Andrew Wolf, New Haven, CT, Arts Chief.
Nadeau's Auction Gallery
Aug. 14, 2019
Max Finkelstein (1915 - 2016) Sculpture
Est: $50 - $100
Max Finkelstein, American (1915 - 2016) Modern Metal Sculpture "Untitled Cube, XII" Signed, Dated 1967, and Numbered 6/8 to base. Measures 3" H x 2-7/8" W x 1-1/2" D. Condition: Some scuffs along the sides, rubbing otherwise good condition Estimate: $50.00 - $100.00 Domestic Shipping: $32.00
Kodner Galleries
May. 05, 2019
Max Finklestein, (1915-2016 California), "Black plus 49, #6," 1969, Aluminum, 17.5" H x 12.5" W x 4" D
Est: $600 - $800
Max Finklestein (1915-2016 California) "Black plus 49, #6," 1969 Aluminum Signed, titled and dated verso: Finkelstein '69 17.5" H x 12.5" W x 4" D
John Moran Auctioneers
Feb. 06, 2019
Max Finkelstein (1915 - 2016) Sculpture
Est: $50 - $100
Max Finkelstein, American (1915 - 2016) Modern Metal Sculpture "Untitled Cube, XII" Signed, Dated 1967, and Numbered 6/8 to base. Measures 3" H x 2-7/8" W x 1-1/2" D. Condition: Some scuffs along the sides, rubbing otherwise good condition Estimate: $50.00 - $100.00 Domestic Shipping: $32.00
Kodner Galleries
Feb. 03, 2016
MAX FINKELSTEIN (American, 1915-) TWO WORKS: COMPLEX #3 AND UNTITLED SQUARES.
Est: $100 - $300
Both aluminum sculptures. Unsigned SIZE: 20-1/2" x 9" and 3" x 3" PROVENANCE: Acquired from the artist in California by the consignor's family CONDITION: Very good 49751-1
James D. Julia
Aug. 25, 2015
MAX FINKELSTEIN (American, 1915) TWO WORKS: COMPLEX #3 AND UNTITLED SQUARES
Est: $400 - $600
Both aluminum sculptures. Unsigned SIZE: 20-1/2" x 9" and 3" x 3" PROVENANCE: Acquired from the artist in California by the consignor's family CONDITION: Very good 49325-1
James D. Julia
Feb. 04, 2015
MAX FINKELSTEIN (American, 1915) TWO WORKS: COMPLEX #3 AND UNTITLED SQUARES
Est: $500 - $1,000
Both aluminum sculptures Unsigned SIZE: 20-1/2" x 9" and 3" x 3" PROVENANCE: Acquired from the artist in California by the consignor's family CONDITION: Very good 9-25100
James D. Julia
Jun. 15, 2014
MAX FINKELSTEIN (b. 1915); Patinated bronze sculpture, "Flight," 1961; Unmarked; 25" x 51" x 15"; Provenance: LAMA Modern Art & Design Auction, 10/17/2010, lot 267; Note: From a series of three of the same title
Est: $3,000 - $4,000
MAX FINKELSTEIN (b. 1915); Patinated bronze sculpture, "Flight," 1961; Unmarked; 25" x 51" x 15"; Provenance: LAMA Modern Art & Design Auction, 10/17/2010, lot 267; Note: From a series of three of the same title
Rago Arts and Auction Center
May. 19, 2013
Two Forms
Est: $2,500 - $3,000
Etched signature and date.
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
May. 19, 2013
Sensor #7A
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Signed "Sensor #7A/MFinkelstein/69" .
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Dec. 16, 2012
Max Finkelstein Metropolis #1
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Max Finkelstein Metropolis #1, 1953
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Oct. 07, 2012
Max Finkelstein, Medusa
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Medusa
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Oct. 07, 2012
Max Finkelstein, Untitled #1
Est: $3,000 - $4,000
Untitled #1
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
May. 06, 2012
Hexalum #4
Est: $3,000 - $4,000
Hexalum #4
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Dec. 11, 2011
Castle
Est: $2,500 - $3,000
Max Finkelstein "Castle". Dimensions: 32.75" x 5.25" x 5.25"
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Mar. 06, 2011
Max Finkelstein "Electra"
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Max Finkelstein "Electra" Welded steel Date: 1953
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Nov. 23, 2010
Max Finkelstein (American, born 1915) Square x Hex Plus Red, 1967 33 x 33 x 2in
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Square x Hex Plus Red, 1967 signed and dated 'M Finkelstein 67' (on the reverse); unique work aluminum 33 x 33 x 2in
Bonhams
Sep. 13, 2009
Max Finkelstein, (American, b. 1915), Sensor #3A
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Max Finkelstein (American, b. 1915) Sensor #3A aluminum construction Height 17 inches.
Hindman
Jun. 05, 2005
Max Finkelstein, (American, b. 1915), Untitled #8
Est: $800 - $1,200
Max Finkelstein (American, b. 1915) Untitled #8 aluminum, steel, and enamel signed "M. Finkelstein, #8, 8/10" (base) Height 11 1/4 inches.
Hindman