Anton Otto Fischer Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Anton Otto Fischer Art Value Price Guide

Oct. 22, 2024
Original WWII Vintage Poster - A Careless Word A Needless Sinking by Anton Fischer 1943
Est: $600 - $1,000
This poster was designed by Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962) in 1942 for the Office of War Information, commonly known as OWI. The OWI was created in 1942 and was operative until 1945. President Roosevelt established the OWI during WWII to both meet the demands of the American public for news, as well as resolve American apathy towards the war and the Allied Nations. One of the main functions the OWI was war propaganda, and it created 430 posters for the home front from 1942 to 1945. This poster from 1942 is one example of OWI's war propaganda. The image depicts a group of men, two of them badly injured, rowing away from the sinking ship in flames in the background. Fischer created a powerful and dramatic image with deep colors that reflects the potential impact of careless talk that could have been intercepted by the enemy and used against our troops. Anton Otto Fischer was born in Germany, but arrived at the age of 15 to America. He worked as a sailor for a few years before becoming the assistant to artist Arthur Burdetter Frost. He traveled to Paris in 1906 to study painting and moved back to New York in 1908, where he opened his first studio. Anton Otto Fischer started working as a freelance illustrator for a few magazines and books such as Moby Dick and other classic works of sea literature. During WWII, he became artist laureate of the United States Coast Guard and Merchant Marine, being sworn in as a Lieutenant Commander in the Coast Guard. His works for the Government during the war were focused on the Costal Guard, trying mainly to emphasize the importance of maintaining secrecy surrounding the sailings of merchant vessels, as in this poster. This is an Original Vintage Poster; it is not a reproduction. This poster is conservation mounted, linen backed, and in excellent condition. We guarantee the authenticity of all of our posters.
The Ross Art Group, Inc
Oct. 22, 2024
Anton Otto Fischer (American/German 1882-1962), Winter Landscape, Oil on Canvas mounted on Board, Unframed: 10 x 14 in. (25.4 x 35.6 cm.)
Est: $150 - $250
Anton Otto Fischer (American/German 1882-1962), Winter Landscape, Oil on Canvas mounted on Board,
Weschler's
Oct. 17, 2024
Militaria – Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962) – A careless world...a needless
Est: €60 - €80
Militaria – Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962) – A careless world...a needless sinking. 1942. 95x72cm. Affiche originale, offset et lithographie, entoilée. Condition A-, infimes manques. Cette affiche éditée pour le Ministère de la Guerre aux Etats-Unis nous montre des marins dans un bateau de sauvetage, fuyant leur bateau en flamme, probablement atteint par un missile, évoquant les combats maritimes de la Seconde Guerre Mondiale alors en cours.
Limoges Encheres
Oct. 08, 2024
ANTON OTTO FISCHER, AMERICAN, NEW YORK 1882-1962, UNTITLED, Oil on canvas, 22 x 26 in. (55.9 x 66 cm.), Frame: 26 1/2 x 30 1/2 in. (67.3 x 77.5 cm.)
Est: $800 - $1,200
ANTON OTTO FISCHER AMERICAN, NEW YORK, 1882-1962 UNTITLED Oil on canvas Lower right initialed and dated: AOF / 1933
Potomack Company
Oct. 06, 2024
Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962): Fishermen
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Anton Otto Fischer 1882-1962 Fishermen oil on board 1924; signed and dated lower right
Abell Auction
Jul. 21, 2024
ANTON OTTO FISCHER (American, 1882-1962)
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Two ships at sea Oil on canvas h. 22 w. 28 in. Signed lower right overall: 29-1/4 x 35-1/4 in. (frame) [In Situ Item] This item will not be on display in our saleroom during our preview period. If you wish to view it in-person please make a request with the gallery.
Butterscotch Auction Gallery LLC
Jun. 23, 2024
OTTO FISCHER CHARCOAL PENCIL DRAWING
Est: $400 - $600
Framed and matted charcoal pencil drawing of men in a sailing boat riding the waves, attributed to Anton Otto Fischer ( 1882-1962). Signed in lower right corner, Otto Fischer 1934. Good condition.Measures approx. 26 inches by 21.5 inches. Weighs approx. 7lbs.
White's Auctions
Jun. 20, 2024
Original WWII Vintage Poster - A Careless Word A Needless Sinking by Anton Fischer 1943
Est: $600 - $900
This poster was designed by Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962) in 1942 for the Office of War Information, commonly known as OWI. The OWI was created in 1942 and was operative until 1945. President Roosevelt established the OWI during WWII to both meet the demands of the American public for news, as well as resolve American apathy towards the war and the Allied Nations. One of the main functions the OWI was war propaganda, and it created 430 posters for the home front from 1942 to 1945. This poster from 1942 is one example of OWI's war propaganda. The image depicts a group of men, two of them badly injured, rowing away from the sinking ship in flames in the background. Fischer created a powerful and dramatic image with deep colors that reflects the potential impact of careless talk that could have been intercepted by the enemy and used against our troops. Anton Otto Fischer was born in Germany, but arrived at the age of 15 to America. He worked as a sailor for a few years before becoming the assistant to artist Arthur Burdetter Frost. He traveled to Paris in 1906 to study painting and moved back to New York in 1908, where he opened his first studio. Anton Otto Fischer started working as a freelance illustrator for a few magazines and books such as Moby Dick and other classic works of sea literature. During WWII, he became artist laureate of the United States Coast Guard and Merchant Marine, being sworn in as a Lieutenant Commander in the Coast Guard. His works for the Government during the war were focused on the Costal Guard, trying mainly to emphasize the importance of maintaining secrecy surrounding the sailings of merchant vessels, as in this poster. This is an Original Vintage Poster; it is not a reproduction. This poster is conservation mounted, linen backed, and in excellent condition. We guarantee the authenticity of all of our posters.
The Ross Art Group, Inc
Jun. 15, 2024
Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962) "Hawaiian Voyage"
Est: $2,500 - $4,500
Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962) "Hawaiian Voyage" Oil on Canvas, signed lower left "Anton Otto Fischer", piece measures 21 x 30 and 25.5 x 35.5 inches w/frame. Best known for his Gloucester, Massachusetts fishing scenes, war convoys, and marine battle scenes, Anton Fischer was born in Munich, Germany and came to New York City in 1903. Among his illustrated books were "Moby Dick", "Twenty-Thousand Leagues Under the Sea", and "Treasure Island." He was known for his technical accuracy, as well as the portrayal of men's emotions in a variety of subjects. Fischer often used photographs to verify his illustrations.Orphaned at an early age, he ran away at fifteen years of age when forced to study for the priesthood. He became a printer's devil, but soon went to sea for eight years, except for a fourteen-month period in 1905-06 when he worked as a model and general handyman for artist Arthur Burdette Frost. He also worked as a member of the crew on racing yachts in Long Island Sound, in New York and Connecticut. Fischer went to Paris in October 1906, where he studied for two years with Jean Paul Laurens at the Academie Julian
Cutler Bay Auctions
Jun. 14, 2024
Anton Otto Fischer. A Pot of Pansies, oil
Est: $400 - $600
(German/American, 1882-1962) Oil on canvas, signed "Anton Otto Fischer" lr, 18 x 24 in., framed size: 23 x 29 1/2 in.
Alex Cooper
Jun. 04, 2024
Anton Otto Fischer (American/German, 1882–1962) - Begging for Mercy
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Anton Otto Fischer (American/German, 1882–1962) - Begging for Mercy Signed ‘Anton Otto Fischer’ bottom right, oil on canvas 30 x 21 in. (76.2 x 53.3cm) Provenance Private Collection, New Jersey.
Freeman's | Hindman
Mar. 26, 2024
Anton Otto Fischer (1882 - 1962) American
Est: $2,500 - $4,500
Anton Otto Fischer (1882 - 1962) Oil on Canvas, Signed Lower Left, Measures (21 x 30 inches) w/frame (25.5 x 35.5 inches) Best known for his Gloucester, Massachusetts fishing scenes, war convoys, and marine battle scenes, Anton Fischer was born in Munich, Germany and came to New York City in 1903. Among his illustrated books were "Moby Dick", "Twenty-Thousand Leagues Under the Sea", and "Treasure Island." He was known for his technical accuracy, as well as the portrayal of men's emotions in a variety of subjects. Fischer often used photographs to verify his illustrations.Orphaned at an early age, he ran away at fifteen years of age when forced to study for the priesthood. He became a printer's devil, but soon went to sea for eight years, except for a fourteen-month period in 1905-06 when he worked as a model and general handyman for artist Arthur Burdette Frost. He also worked as a member of the crew on racing yachts in Long Island Sound, in New York and Connecticut. Fischer went to Paris in October 1906, where he studied for two years with Jean Paul Laurens at the Academie Julian
Cutler Bay Auctions
Mar. 24, 2024
ANTON OTTO FISCHER (American, 1882-1962)
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
The Shining Road Oil on canvas h. 26 w. 28 in. Signed lower left, with information on verso, painted for publication in the Saturday Evening Post, with label on verso overall: 33-1/4 x 35-1/4 in. (frame)
Butterscotch Auction Gallery LLC
Mar. 24, 2024
ANTON OTTO FISCHER (American, 1882-1962)
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Two ships at sea Oil on canvas h. 22 w. 28 in. Signed lower right overall: 29-1/4 x 35-1/4 in. (frame) [In Situ Item] This item will not be on display in our saleroom during our preview period. If you wish to view it in-person please make a request with the gallery.
Butterscotch Auction Gallery LLC
Mar. 24, 2024
ANTON OTTO FISCHER (American, 1882-1962)
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Three masted schooner Oil on canvas h. 24 w. 34 in. Signed lower right overall: 31-1/4 x 41-1/2 in. (frame)
Butterscotch Auction Gallery LLC
Mar. 03, 2024
ANTON OTTO FISCHER "CONVERSATION W/ TUGBOAT ANNIE" OIL / CANVAS (1882 - 1962) 32 1/2" X 24"
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
ANTON OTTO FISCHER "CONVERSATION W/ TUGBOAT ANNIE" OIL / CANVAS (1882 - 1962) 32 1/2" X 24"
Carlsen Gallery, Inc.
Feb. 06, 2024
Original WWII Vintage Poster - A Careless Word A Needless Sinking by Anton Fischer 1943
Est: $500 - $900
This poster was designed by Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962) in 1942 for the Office of War Information, commonly known as OWI. The OWI was created in 1942 and was operative until 1945. President Roosevelt established the OWI during WWII to both meet the demands of the American public for news, as well as resolve American apathy towards the war and the Allied Nations. One of the main functions the OWI was war propaganda, and it created 430 posters for the home front from 1942 to 1945. This poster from 1942 is one example of OWI's war propaganda. The image depicts a group of men, two of them badly injured, rowing away from the sinking ship in flames in the background. Fischer created a powerful and dramatic image with deep colors that reflects the potential impact of careless talk that could have been intercepted by the enemy and used against our troops. Anton Otto Fischer was born in Germany, but arrived at the age of 15 to America. He worked as a sailor for a few years before becoming the assistant to artist Arthur Burdetter Frost. He traveled to Paris in 1906 to study painting and moved back to New York in 1908, where he opened his first studio. Anton Otto Fischer started working as a freelance illustrator for a few magazines and books such as Moby Dick and other classic works of sea literature. During WWII, he became artist laureate of the United States Coast Guard and Merchant Marine, being sworn in as a Lieutenant Commander in the Coast Guard. His works for the Government during the war were focused on the Costal Guard, trying mainly to emphasize the importance of maintaining secrecy surrounding the sailings of merchant vessels, as in this poster. This is an Original Vintage Poster; it is not a reproduction. This poster is conservation mounted, linen backed, and in excellent condition. We guarantee the authenticity of all of our posters.
The Ross Art Group, Inc
Jan. 30, 2024
Anton Otto Fischer (1882 - 1962) American
Est: $3,500 - $4,500
Anton Otto Fischer (1882 - 1962) Oil on Canvas, Signed Lower Left, Measures (21 x 30 inches) w/frame (25.5 x 35.5 inches) Best known for his Gloucester, Massachusetts fishing scenes, war convoys, and marine battle scenes, Anton Fischer was born in Munich, Germany and came to New York City in 1903. Among his illustrated books were "Moby Dick", "Twenty-Thousand Leagues Under the Sea", and "Treasure Island." He was known for his technical accuracy, as well as the portrayal of men's emotions in a variety of subjects. Fischer often used photographs to verify his illustrations.Orphaned at an early age, he ran away at fifteen years of age when forced to study for the priesthood. He became a printer's devil, but soon went to sea for eight years, except for a fourteen-month period in 1905-06 when he worked as a model and general handyman for artist Arthur Burdette Frost. He also worked as a member of the crew on racing yachts in Long Island Sound, in New York and Connecticut. Fischer went to Paris in October 1906, where he studied for two years with Jean Paul Laurens at the Academie Julian
Cutler Bay Auctions
Dec. 10, 2023
ANTON OTTO FISCHER (GERMAN - AMERICAN, 1882 - 1962)
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
"Alf Evers' House on Lewis Hollow Road, Woodstock, NY"; c. 1950; Oil on Canvas; 18" x 22"; Unsigned; Framed; Provenance: Prominent Woodstock Collector.
James Cox Gallery
Nov. 21, 2023
Anton Otto Fischer (1882 - 1962) American
Est: $2,500 - $4,500
Anton Otto Fischer (1882 - 1962) Oil on Canvas, Signed Lower Left, Measures (21 x 30 inches) w/frame (25.5 x 35.5 inches) Best known for his Gloucester, Massachusetts fishing scenes, war convoys, and marine battle scenes, Anton Fischer was born in Munich, Germany and came to New York City in 1903. Among his illustrated books were "Moby Dick", "Twenty-Thousand Leagues Under the Sea", and "Treasure Island." He was known for his technical accuracy, as well as the portrayal of men's emotions in a variety of subjects. Fischer often used photographs to verify his illustrations.Orphaned at an early age, he ran away at fifteen years of age when forced to study for the priesthood. He became a printer's devil, but soon went to sea for eight years, except for a fourteen-month period in 1905-06 when he worked as a model and general handyman for artist Arthur Burdette Frost. He also worked as a member of the crew on racing yachts in Long Island Sound, in New York and Connecticut. Fischer went to Paris in October 1906, where he studied for two years with Jean Paul Laurens at the Academie Julian
Cutler Bay Auctions
Nov. 12, 2023
Anton Otto Fischer. American/German (1882 - 1962) Seaside view of woman in a red dress on rocky cliff with boat in the distance. Signed lower left. Oil on canvas. Framed. Assorted pencil writing on reverse. Craquelure...
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Anton Otto Fischer. American/German (1882 - 1962) Seaside view of woman in a red dress on rocky cliff with boat in the distance. Signed lower left. Oil on canvas. Framed. Assorted pencil writing on reverse. Craquelure, some pencil inscriptions on back are visible on front. Image size 22 x 30 in, overall size 25.5 x 33.5 in
Tremont Auctions
Nov. 10, 2023
Anton Otto Fischer, Untitled (Sailboat)
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
Anton Otto Fischer Untitled (Sailboat) 1931 oil on canvas 20 h x 24 w in (51 x 61 cm) Signed and dated to lower right 'Anton Otto Fischer 1931'. Provenance: Private Pennsylvania Collection This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Oct. 17, 2023
Original WWII Vintage Poster - A Careless Word A Needless Sinking by Anton Fischer 1943
Est: $600 - $1,000
This poster was designed by Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962) in 1942 for the Office of War Information, commonly known as OWI. The OWI was created in 1942 and was operative until 1945. President Roosevelt established the OWI during WWII to both meet the demands of the American public for news, as well as resolve American apathy towards the war and the Allied Nations. One of the main functions the OWI was war propaganda, and it created 430 posters for the home front from 1942 to 1945. This poster from 1942 is one example of OWI's war propaganda. The image depicts a group of men, two of them badly injured, rowing away from the sinking ship in flames in the background. Fischer created a powerful and dramatic image with deep colors that reflects the potential impact of careless talk that could have been intercepted by the enemy and used against our troops. Anton Otto Fischer was born in Germany, but arrived at the age of 15 to America. He worked as a sailor for a few years before becoming the assistant to artist Arthur Burdetter Frost. He traveled to Paris in 1906 to study painting and moved back to New York in 1908, where he opened his first studio. Anton Otto Fischer started working as a freelance illustrator for a few magazines and books such as Moby Dick and other classic works of sea literature. During WWII, he became artist laureate of the United States Coast Guard and Merchant Marine, being sworn in as a Lieutenant Commander in the Coast Guard. His works for the Government during the war were focused on the Costal Guard, trying mainly to emphasize the importance of maintaining secrecy surrounding the sailings of merchant vessels, as in this poster. This is an Original Vintage Poster; it is not a reproduction. This poster is conservation mounted, linen backed, and in excellent condition. We guarantee the authenticity of all of our posters.
The Ross Art Group, Inc
Oct. 10, 2023
Anton Otto Fischer (1882 - 1962) American
Est: $2,500 - $4,500
Anton Otto Fischer (1882 - 1962) Oil on Canvas, Signed Lower Left, Measures (21 x 30 inches) w/frame (25.5 x 35.5 inches) Best known for his Gloucester, Massachusetts fishing scenes, war convoys, and marine battle scenes, Anton Fischer was born in Munich, Germany and came to New York City in 1903. Among his illustrated books were "Moby Dick", "Twenty-Thousand Leagues Under the Sea", and "Treasure Island." He was known for his technical accuracy, as well as the portrayal of men's emotions in a variety of subjects. Fischer often used photographs to verify his illustrations.Orphaned at an early age, he ran away at fifteen years of age when forced to study for the priesthood. He became a printer's devil, but soon went to sea for eight years, except for a fourteen-month period in 1905-06 when he worked as a model and general handyman for artist Arthur Burdette Frost. He also worked as a member of the crew on racing yachts in Long Island Sound, in New York and Connecticut. Fischer went to Paris in October 1906, where he studied for two years with Jean Paul Laurens at the Academie Julian
Cutler Bay Auctions
Sep. 30, 2023
Original Vintage 1940s US WW II Poster Needless Sinking
Est: $300 - $400
Fischer, Anton Otto 1882 - A careless word - a needless sinking Offset 1943 40.1 x 28.3 in. (102 x 72 cm) Printer: U.S. Government Printing Office Condition Details: (A-) was folded, small edge tears#USA #World War II
PosterConnection Inc.
Sep. 13, 2023
Anton Otto Fischer: "2240" Celebrated Illustrator and Painter Known for Marine Paintings Including War Convoys, Naval Sh
Est: $900 - $1,800
Anton Otto Fischer: "2240" Celebrated Illustrator and Painter Known for Marine Paintings Including War Convoys, Naval Ships and Book Illustrations. (1882-1962) Superb oil on canvas 20 x 32 dated 1928 and signed by Anton Otto Fischer, a very popular illustrator and painter from the 1920s-1950s whose works frequently appeared in national magazines, notably the Saturday Evening Post as well as illustrations in later editions of "Moby Dick", "Treasure Island" and "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea". Dramatic 1928 painting of a 75' patrol boat known as a "six-bitters" navigating rough seas. These were built for use by the Coast Guard and US Navy from Prohibition to help interdict alcohol smugglers ("rum runners"). The nickname was derived from the slang term "six bits" meaning 75 U.S. cents. The patrol boats remained in service until just after the end of WWII for both the Coast Guard and Navy. Painting is in excellent condition, a bit of a wave in the canvas otherwise excellent.New frame by consignor intended to evoke a warship's metalwork. Overall dimension; 26 x 38". Signed in lower right corner by Fischer and dated, 1928. Estimated Value $900 - 1,800.
Goldberg Coins & Collectibles
Jul. 18, 2023
A Careless Word... 1943.
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
ARTIST: ANTON OTTO FISCHER (1882-1962) SIZE: 28 1/2 x 40 1/4 in./72.3 x 102.2 cm PRINTER: U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. DESCRIPTION: A prolific illustrator and member of the U.S. Coast Guard, Fischer knew how to dramatically render images to stir the heart of the viewer. Here, a dead soldier washes ashore after an attack on his ship. (War & Propaganda; American)
Poster Auctions International Inc
Jun. 20, 2023
Original WWII Vintage Poster - A Careless Word A Needless Sinking by Anton Fischer 1943
Est: $500 - $800
This poster was designed by Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962) in 1942 for the Office of War Information, commonly known as OWI. The OWI was created in 1942 and was operative until 1945. President Roosevelt established the OWI during WWII to both meet the demands of the American public for news, as well as resolve American apathy towards the war and the Allied Nations. One of the main functions the OWI was war propaganda, and it created 430 posters for the home front from 1942 to 1945. This poster from 1942 is one example of OWI's war propaganda. The image depicts a group of men, two of them badly injured, rowing away from the sinking ship in flames in the background. Fischer created a powerful and dramatic image with deep colors that reflects the potential impact of careless talk that could have been intercepted by the enemy and used against our troops. Anton Otto Fischer was born in Germany, but arrived at the age of 15 to America. He worked as a sailor for a few years before becoming the assistant to artist Arthur Burdetter Frost. He traveled to Paris in 1906 to study painting and moved back to New York in 1908, where he opened his first studio. Anton Otto Fischer started working as a freelance illustrator for a few magazines and books such as Moby Dick and other classic works of sea literature. During WWII, he became artist laureate of the United States Coast Guard and Merchant Marine, being sworn in as a Lieutenant Commander in the Coast Guard. His works for the Government during the war were focused on the Costal Guard, trying mainly to emphasize the importance of maintaining secrecy surrounding the sailings of merchant vessels, as in this poster. This is an Original Vintage Poster; it is not a reproduction. This poster is conservation mounted, linen backed, and in excellent condition. We guarantee the authenticity of all of our posters.
The Ross Art Group, Inc
Jun. 19, 2023
A CARELESS WORD...A NEEDLESS LOSS POSTER BY ANTON OTTO FISHER
Est: $160 - $300
WWII American 'careless word' propaganda poster 'A Careless Word...A Needless Loss', artwork by Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962), OWI Poster No. 36, U.S. Government Printing Office 1943-O-506018. Mailing folds, 2-inch tear on left edge, minor loss on left margin. Tape on the back around the margins for stability, minor bleed through at margins at front. 28 x 22 inches. Good.
Fairhill Auction LLC
Jun. 19, 2023
A CARELESS WORD WWII POSTER
Est: $100 - $200
Original print American WWII poster 'A Careless Word... A Needless sinking'. Artwork by Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962). U.S. Government Printing Office, 1942-O-502219. OWI Poster No.24. Mailing folds, 28.5 x 37.25 inches.
Fairhill Auction LLC
May. 24, 2023
Anton Otto Fischer (American, 1882-1962) Lifeboat to the Rescue 23 5/8 x 35 3/4 in. framed 29 x 41 x 1 1/2 in.
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
Anton Otto Fischer (American, 1882-1962) Lifeboat to the Rescue signed and dated 'ANTON OTTO FISCHER 13' (lower right) oil on canvas 23 5/8 x 35 3/4 in. framed 29 x 41 x 1 1/2 in.
Bonhams
May. 07, 2023
WW2 US Propaganda Poster "A Careless Word"
Est: $200 - $400
WW2 US Propaganda Poster, Titled "A NEEDLESS LOSS." by German born Saturday Evening Post illustrator Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962) Poster in good condition, set in metal frame under glass, measures: 28.25" H x 22.5" W.
J. James Auctioneers and Appraisers
May. 03, 2023
Anton Otto Fischer American, 1882-1962 Ship Sailing at Sunset, 1938
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Anton Otto Fischer American, 1882-1962 Ship Sailing at Sunset, 1938 Signed Anton Otto Fischer and dated 1938 (lr) Oil on canvas 32 x 28 1/4 inches (81.3 x 71.8 cm) C Property from a Prominent Private Collection
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Apr. 27, 2023
ANTON OTTO FISCHER (GERMAN-AMERICAN 1882-1962) "LIMPING IN" OIL ON CANVAS, SIGNED
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Anton Otto Fischer (German-American 1882-1962) "Limping In" depicting a boat on a rough sea, Oil on Canvas. Signed Anton Otto Fischer Frame Dimensions: 35" X 29.5" Image Dimensions: 29.5" X 23.5"
Kamelot Auctions
Apr. 03, 2023
A CARELESS WORD...A NEEDLESS LOSS POSTER BY ANTON OTTO FISHER
Est: $200 - $300
WWII American 'careless word' propaganda poster 'A Careless Word...A Needless Loss', artwork by Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962), OWI Poster No. 36, U.S. Government Printing Office 1943-O-506018. Mailing folds, 2-inch tear on left edge, minor loss on left margin. Tape on the back around the margins for stability, minor bleed through at margins at front. 28 x 22 inches. Good.
Fairhill Auction LLC
Mar. 20, 2023
Anton Otto Fischer (American, German, 1882 - 1962), "Untitled (Appeal to Sultan)", 1928, oil on canvas, depicts caravan of Middle Eastern soldiers and their elephant riding leaders confronted by small group of poorly ...
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Anton Otto Fischer (American, German, 1882 - 1962), "Untitled (Appeal to Sultan)", 1928, oil on canvas, depicts caravan of Middle Eastern soldiers and their elephant riding leaders confronted by small group of poorly robed men, older gentleman with staff appears to speak to Maghera/ Sulton who stands in his carriage to listen, tropical forest background, possibly painted to be a book illustration, in ornately molded frame with remnants of gilt and old damages, wear consistent with age including toning, 23" h. x 28" w.
Winter Associates, Inc.
Feb. 28, 2023
Original WWII Vintage Poster - A Careless Word A Needless Sinking by Anton Fischer 1943
Est: $500 - $800
This poster was designed by Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962) in 1942 for the Office of War Information, commonly known as OWI. The OWI was created in 1942 and was operative until 1945. President Roosevelt established the OWI during WWII to both meet the demands of the American public for news, as well as resolve American apathy towards the war and the Allied Nations. One of the main functions the OWI was war propaganda, and it created 430 posters for the home front from 1942 to 1945. This poster from 1942 is one example of OWI's war propaganda. The image depicts a group of men, two of them badly injured, rowing away from the sinking ship in flames in the background. Fischer created a powerful and dramatic image with deep colors that reflects the potential impact of careless talk that could have been intercepted by the enemy and used against our troops. Anton Otto Fischer was born in Germany, but arrived at the age of 15 to America. He worked as a sailor for a few years before becoming the assistant to artist Arthur Burdetter Frost. He traveled to Paris in 1906 to study painting and moved back to New York in 1908, where he opened his first studio. Anton Otto Fischer started working as a freelance illustrator for a few magazines and books such as Moby Dick and other classic works of sea literature. During WWII, he became artist laureate of the United States Coast Guard and Merchant Marine, being sworn in as a Lieutenant Commander in the Coast Guard. His works for the Government during the war were focused on the Costal Guard, trying mainly to emphasize the importance of maintaining secrecy surrounding the sailings of merchant vessels, as in this poster. This is an Original Vintage Poster; it is not a reproduction. This poster is conservation mounted, linen backed, and in excellent condition. We guarantee the authenticity of all of our posters.
The Ross Art Group, Inc
Feb. 27, 2023
1949 Moby Dick or The White Whale by Herman Melville Illustrated Anton Otto Fischer
Est: -
Published by The Literary Guild of America, Inc., Garden City, New York, 1949. Illustrated by Anton Otto Fischer. Hardcover. 416pp. Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and the bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request
One Source Auctions
Dec. 13, 2022
SATURDAY EVENING POST ILLUSTRATION ANTON FISCHER
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
ANTON OTTO FISCHER (American 1882 - 1962) I Hear Youve Sold Your Ship, Captain! - Illustration art from Traders Risks, a story featured in The Saturday Evening Post, March 16, 1929 edition. Oil on canvas Signed and dated lower right, verso inscribed Illustration from Traders Risks by Richard Matthews Hallet in March 16, 1929 issue of the Saturday Evening Post, presented to Ted Dealey in 1929 by T.B. Costain, Associate Editor of the Post. 24 inches x 30 inches Commentary: The offered lot includes an original copy of the March 16, 1929 Saturday Evening Post which depicts the painting on page 17. SHIPPING NOTICE: Jackson's is your sole and only source for one stop packing and shipping. With over 50 years of experience, our professional, affordable and efficient in-house shipping department will be happy to provide you a fair and reasonable shipping quote on this lot. Simply email us before the auction for a quick quote: shipping@jacksonsauction.com or call 1-800-665-6743. Jackson's can expertly pack and ship to meet any of your needs. To ensure quality control Jackson's DOES NOT release to third party shippers.
Jackson's International
Dec. 11, 2022
Anton Otto Fischer (1882 - 1962)
Est: $800 - $1,200
"Stream in Summer"; c. 1955; Oil on Canvas; 15.75" x 22.5"; Signed Lower Right; Framed.
James Cox Gallery
Oct. 22, 2022
A CARELESS WORD A NEEDLESS SINKING ANTON FISCHER POSTER
Est: $160 - $300
WWII propaganda poster 'A Careless Word...A Needless Sinking', artwork by Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962), OWI Poster No. 24, U.S. Government Printing office 1942-O-502219, 28 x 22 inches. Usual mailing folds with minor splits.
Fairhill Auction LLC
Oct. 22, 2022
A CARELESS WORD A NEEDLESS LOSS POSTER ANTON OTTO FISCHER
Est: $160 - $300
WWII propaganda poster 'A Careless Word...A Needless Loss', artwork by Anton Otto Fischer, (1882-1962), OWI Poster No. 36, U.S. Government Poster Office 1943-O-506018, 28 x 22 inches. 2-inch tear on left side, minor loss on left side.
Fairhill Auction LLC
Oct. 18, 2022
Original WWII Vintage Poster - A Careless Word A Needless Sinking by Anton Ficsher 1943
Est: $600 - $1,000
This poster was designed by Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962) in 1942 for the Office of War Information, commonly known as OWI. The OWI was created in 1942 and was operative until 1945. President Roosevelt established the OWI during WWII to both meet the demands of the American public for news, as well as resolve American apathy towards the war and the Allied Nations. One of the main functions the OWI was war propaganda, and it created 430 posters for the home front from 1942 to 1945. This poster from 1942 is one example of OWI's war propaganda. The image depicts a group of men, two of them badly injured, rowing away from the sinking ship in flames in the background. Fischer created a powerful and dramatic image with deep colors that reflects the potential impact of careless talk that could have been intercepted by the enemy and used against our troops. Anton Otto Fischer was born in Germany, but arrived at the age of 15 to America. He worked as a sailor for a few years before becoming the assistant to artist Arthur Burdetter Frost. He traveled to Paris in 1906 to study painting and moved back to New York in 1908, where he opened his first studio. Anton Otto Fischer started working as a freelance illustrator for a few magazines and books such as Moby Dick and other classic works of sea literature. During WWII, he became artist laureate of the United States Coast Guard and Merchant Marine, being sworn in as a Lieutenant Commander in the Coast Guard. His works for the Government during the war were focused on the Costal Guard, trying mainly to emphasize the importance of maintaining secrecy surrounding the sailings of merchant vessels, as in this poster. This is an Original Vintage Poster; it is not a reproduction. This poster is conservation mounted, linen backed, and in excellent condition. We guarantee the authenticity of all of our posters.
The Ross Art Group, Inc
Oct. 04, 2022
Anton Otto Fischer, Abandon Ship
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Anton Otto Fischer (German, 1882-1962), oil on canvas depicting a ship in peril, masts in splinters, sails in tatters and crew hanging on the railing, while another dozen men row away on a rescue raft, signed l.r., 23 3/4" x 32" canvas, 27 1/2" x 35 1/2" framed.
Old Kinderhook Auction Company
Sep. 21, 2022
Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962) Treasure Island 30 x 22 in. (76.2 x 55.9 cm) framed 39 x 31 in.
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962) Treasure Island signed and dated '47/ANTON OTTO FISCHER' (lower right) and titled on a presentation plaque oil on canvas 30 x 22 in. (76.2 x 55.9 cm) framed 39 x 31 in. For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Sep. 21, 2022
Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962) 'Lifeboat's Through the Surf!' 24 x 36 in. (61.0 x 91.5 cm) framed 31 1/4 x 43 1/4 in.
Est: $800 - $1,200
Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962) 'Lifeboat's Through the Surf!' signed and dated 'ANTON OTTO FISCHER 1929' (lower left) and titled on a presentation plaque and on a label from Somerville Manning Gallery, Greenville, Delaware, affixed to the frame backing oil on canvas 24 x 36 in. (61.0 x 91.5 cm) framed 31 1/4 x 43 1/4 in. For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Sep. 21, 2022
Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962) The Sinking of the Inchcliffe Castle 28 1/4 x 36 1/4 in. (71.7 x 92.1 cm) framed 37 1/4 x 45 in.
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962) The Sinking of the Inchcliffe Castle signed and dated '1931/ANTON OTTO FISCHER' (lower right) and titled on a label from Somerville Manning Gallery, Greenville, Delaware (affixed to the back of the frame) oil on canvas 28 1/4 x 36 1/4 in. (71.7 x 92.1 cm) framed 37 1/4 x 45 in. For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Sep. 21, 2022
Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962) The Lively Lady 32 x 26 in. (81.2 x 66.0 cm) framed 41 x 35 in.
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Anton Otto Fischer (1882-1962) The Lively Lady signed and dated 'ANTON OTTO FISCHER 1930' (lower right), titled on a presentation plaque, with a copyright label from Curtis Publishing Company (affixed to the stretcher) and inscribed (on the reverse, see below) oil on canvas 32 x 26 in. (81.2 x 66.0 cm) framed 41 x 35 in. For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams