Nestor Hippoyle Fruge Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Nestor Hippoyle Fruge Art Value Price Guide

Mar. 23, 2025
Two Nestor Fruge Louisiana Bayou Watercolors
Est: $300 - $500
FRUGE, Nestor Hippolyte, (American, 1914/16-2012): Two Watercolor on Paper paintings to include 1) Ship boat at a fish house with figures, signed and dated '73 lower right. 2) Cabin on the bayou with figures, signed lower left. Each sight size 9.75" x 13.75", framed17.25" x 21.25". Not examined out of frame.
Amero Auctions
Oct. 28, 2024
Nestor Hippoyle Fruge (American, Louisiana 1916 - 2011) New Orleans Street Scene Watercolor Painting FRAMED
Est: -
Signed lower left "N. Fruge", framed under glass Nestor Hippoyle Fruge was active/lived in Louisiana. Nestor Fruge is known for Landscape, city views (New Orleans). Operated Fruge's Academy of Art, New Orleans, 1949-1952. Since then has traveled and exhibited principally in Europe and Mexico with frequent periodic sojourns in New Orleans. Nestor H. Fruge is an American artist who was born in 1916. For years Fruge set up his easel daily in Jackson square where he painted New Orleans scenes, often for customers who waited while he created a picture for them. Nestor H. Fruge's work has been offered at auction multiple times, with realized prices ranging from $100 USD to $738 USD, depending on the size and medium of the artwork. Since 2004 the record price for this artist at auction is $738 USD for View from Jackson Square, sold at Crescent City Auction Gallery in 2018. 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
Sep. 25, 2024
Nestor Fruge, Louisiana 1916-2012, New Orleans Street Scenes, Watercolor, Watercolor 11 x 8 1/2 in. (27.9 x 21.6 cm.), Frame: 17 x 14 1/2 in. (43.2 x 36.8 cm.)
Est: -
Nestor Fruge Louisiana, 1916-2012 New Orleans Street Scenes Watercolor Three street scenes believed to be New Orleans, all signed "Fruge", in matching frames.
Apple Tree Auction Center
Aug. 02, 2024
Nestor Hippolyte Fruge (American/Louisiana, 1914/16-2012), "Boat Beside a Cottage in the Marshes," H.- 10 in., W.- 13 3/4 in., Framed- H.- 18 1/2 in., W.- 21 1/2 in.
Est: $300 - $500
† Nestor Hippolyte Fruge (American/Louisiana, 1914/16-2012), "Boat Beside a Cottage in the Marshes," watercolor on paper, signed lower left, presented in a silvered wood frame,
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Jul. 19, 2024
Nestor Fruge (American, 1914-2012) Watercolor on Paper, "Bayou Lafourche Louisiana", H 11.2" W 15.25"
Est: $300 - $500
Signed lower left, unframed. Provenance: Sheldon Ross Gallery, Birmingham, Michigan; Property from the Estate of David Lebenbom, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
DuMouchelles
Jul. 07, 2024
Pr. Nestor Fruge New Orleans Watercolors
Est: $350 - $450
Pair of Nestor Hippoyle Fruge (American/Louisiana, 1914/16 - 2011/12) watercolor paintings on paper depicting New Orleans French Quarter street scenes including one depicting two figures walking along Pirate's Alley and another depicting a street with a horse-drawn carriage and figures on the street behind St. Louis Cathedral. Both are signed lower left "H. Fruge" and housed in contemporary chrome frames. Sight: 12 1/4" H x 9 1/4" W. Framed: 19 3/8" H x 16 3/8" H.
Case Antiques, Inc. Auctions & Appraisals
May. 16, 2024
Nestor Fruge (American/Louisiana, 1914-2011)
Est: $200 - $300
Nestor Fruge (American/Louisiana, 1914-2011), "Brulatour Courtyard", watercolor on paper, signed lower right, sight 14 1/8 in. x 10 3/8 in., framed, overall 24 in. x 19 1/2 in. x 1 3/4 in. Condition: Overall good condition.
Neal Auction Company
May. 16, 2024
Nestor Fruge (American/Louisiana, 1914-2011)
Est: $300 - $500
Nestor Fruge (American/Louisiana, 1914-2011), "Pirate's Alley" and "View of St. Peter Street", 2 watercolors on paper, signed lower right and left respectively, sights 10 1/2 in. x 8 1/4 in., framed alike, each overall 18 3/8 in. x 15 5/8 in. x 1 in. (2 pcs.) Condition: Overall good condition.
Neal Auction Company
May. 11, 2024
Nestor Hippolyte Fruge (American/Louisiana, 1914/16-2012), "Royal Street Scene by the Court of Two Sisters," Sight H.- 14 1/2 in., W.- 10 1/2 in., Framed H.- 16 1/2 in., W.- 12 1/2 in.
Est: $300 - $500
† Nestor Hippolyte Fruge (American/Louisiana, 1914/16-2012), "Royal Street Scene by the Court of Two Sisters," watercolor on paper, signed lower left, further signed, titled and localized "1623 Royal Street" on artist label on frame backing,
Crescent City Auction Gallery
May. 05, 2024
Nestor Fruge (LA,1916-2012) watercolor painting
Est: $400 - $525
ARTIST: Nestor Hippoyle Fruge (Louisiana, 1916 - 2012) TITLE: New Orleans Cityscape MEDIUM: watercolor on paper. Paper applied to board. CONDITION: Very good. Framed under glass. ART SIZE: 11 x 9 inches / 27 x 22 cm FRAME SIZE: 18 x 16 inches / 45 x 40 cm SIGNATURE: lower left CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 132186 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Born Bayou LaFourche, Louisiana in 1916. Self-trained artist. Areas of experience - New Orleans, New York, Paris, and Mexico. Achievements and awards date back to mid-30's. Operated Fruge's Academy of Art, New Orleans, 1949-1952. Since then has traveled and exhibited principally in Europe and Mexico with frequent periodic sojourns in New Orleans.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
May. 05, 2024
Nestor Fruge (LA,1916-2012) watercolor painting
Est: $400 - $525
ARTIST: Nestor Hippoyle Fruge (Louisiana, 1916 - 2012) TITLE: New Orleans Cityscape MEDIUM: watercolor on paper. Paper applied to board. CONDITION: Very good. Framed under glass. ART SIZE: 11 x 9 inches / 27 x 22 cm FRAME SIZE: 18 x 16 inches / 45 x 40 cm SIGNATURE: lower right CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 132185 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Born Bayou LaFourche, Louisiana in 1916. Self-trained artist. Areas of experience - New Orleans, New York, Paris, and Mexico. Achievements and awards date back to mid-30's. Operated Fruge's Academy of Art, New Orleans, 1949-1952. Since then has traveled and exhibited principally in Europe and Mexico with frequent periodic sojourns in New Orleans.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Mar. 08, 2024
Nestor Hippolyte Fruge (French/Louisiana, 1914/1916-2012), "Pirate's Alley," H.- 8 in., W.- 6 in., Framed- H.- 13 5/8 in., W.- 11 1/2 in.
Est: $300 - $500
† Nestor Hippolyte Fruge (French/Louisiana, 1914/1916-2012), "Pirate's Alley," watercolor on paper, signed lower left, presented in a wood frame,
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Mar. 08, 2024
Nestor Hippolyte Fruge (American/Louisiana, 1914/16-2012), "Boat Beside a Cottage in the Marshes," H.- 10 in., W.- 13 3/4 in., Framed- H.- 18 1/2 in., W.- 21 1/2 in.
Est: $300 - $500
† Nestor Hippolyte Fruge (American/Louisiana, 1914/16-2012), "Boat Beside a Cottage in the Marshes," watercolor on paper, signed lower left, presented in a silvered wood frame,
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Jan. 20, 2024
Nestor Hippoyle Fruge (American/Louisiana, 1916-2012), "Chartres Street/St. Louis Cathedral," H.- 14 5/8 in., W.- 11 1/4 in., Framed- H.- 22 in., W.- 18 in.
Est: $300 - $500
† Nestor Hippoyle Fruge (American/Louisiana, 1916-2012), "Chartres Street/St. Louis Cathedral," watercolor on paper, signed lower left, presented in a wood frame,
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Nov. 04, 2023
Nestor Fruge (American/New Orleans, 1916-2012), "French Quarter Street Scene," 20th c., H.- 14 5/8 in., W.- 10 5/8 in., Framed- H.- 20 in., W.- 16 in.
Est: $300 - $500
† Nestor Fruge (American/New Orleans, 1916-2012), "French Quarter Street Scene," 20th c., oil on paper board, signed lower left, presented in a painted wood frame,
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Mar. 22, 2023
Nestor Fruge (American/Louisiana, 1914-2011)
Est: $300 - $400
Nestor Fruge (American/Louisiana, 1914-2011), "French Quarter Street Scene" and "French Quarter Courtyard Scene", 2 watercolors on paper, both signed lower right, each 15 in. x 11 1/8 in., framed alike, each overall 21 1/4 in. x 17 1/4 in. x 1 in. (2 pcs.) Condition: Overall good condition.
Neal Auction Company
Mar. 05, 2023
Nestor Fruge, American (1916-2012)
Est: $150 - $200
Nestor Fruge, American (1916-2012), Watercolor on Paper Painting. Signed Bottom Left. Framed Under Glass. Has Not Been Examined Out of Glass. Condition: Generally Good. Frame shows some wear and tear. Dimensions: Sight-11" x 8.5". Frame-16.75" x 13.75". Provenance: From a Queens, NY Home. Please note the absence of a Condition Report does not imply that there are no condition issues with this lot. Please contact us for a detailed Condition Report. It is the Buyer's responsibility to inspect each lot and deem their own opinions on Condition, Description, Provenance, and Validity before purchasing. Please make an appointment to preview or ask for Condition Reports. Condition Reports are rendered as an opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. REMEMBER ALL SALES ARE FINAL AND ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS-IS, WHERE IS.
World Auction Gallery
Feb. 12, 2023
Nestor Fruge (LA,1916-2012) watercolor painting
Est: $360 - $450
ARTIST: Nestor Hippoyle Fruge (Louisiana, 1916 - 2012) NAME: New Orleans Cityscape MEDIUM: watercolor on paper CONDITION: Excellent. Framed under glass. SIGHT SIZE: 15 x 11 inches / 38 x 27 cm FRAME SIZE: 21 x 17 inches / 53 x 43 cm SIGNATURE: lower left CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 120855 US Shipping $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Born Bayou LaFourche, Louisiana in 1916. Self-trained artist. Areas of experience - New Orleans, New York, Paris, and Mexico. Achievements and awards date back to mid-30's. Operated Fruge's Academy of Art, New Orleans, 1949-1952. Since then has traveled and exhibited principally in Europe and Mexico with frequent periodic sojourns in New Orleans.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Nov. 13, 2022
Nestor Fruge (LA,1916-2012) watercolor painting
Est: $360 - $450
ARTIST: Nestor Hippoyle Fruge (Louisiana, 1916 - 2012) NAME: New Orleans Cityscape MEDIUM: watercolor on paper CONDITION: Excellent. Framed under glass. SIGHT SIZE: 15 x 11 inches / 38 x 27 cm FRAME SIZE: 21 x 17 inches / 53 x 43 cm SIGNATURE: lower left CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 120855 US Shipping $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Born Bayou LaFourche, Louisiana in 1916. Self-trained artist. Areas of experience - New Orleans, New York, Paris, and Mexico. Achievements and awards date back to mid-30's. Operated Fruge's Academy of Art, New Orleans, 1949-1952. Since then has traveled and exhibited principally in Europe and Mexico with frequent periodic sojourns in New Orleans.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Aug. 21, 2022
Nestor Fruge (LA,1916-2012) watercolor painting
Est: $380 - $475
ARTIST: Nestor Hippoyle Fruge (Louisiana, 1916 - 2012) NAME: New Orleans Cityscape MEDIUM: watercolor on paper CONDITION: Excellent. Framed under glass. SIGHT SIZE: 15 x 11 inches / 38 x 27 cm FRAME SIZE: 21 x 17 inches / 53 x 43 cm SIGNATURE: lower left CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 120855 US Shipping $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Born Bayou LaFourche, Louisiana in 1916. Self-trained artist. Areas of experience - New Orleans, New York, Paris, and Mexico. Achievements and awards date back to mid-30's. Operated Fruge's Academy of Art, New Orleans, 1949-1952. Since then has traveled and exhibited principally in Europe and Mexico with frequent periodic sojourns in New Orleans.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
May. 08, 2022
Nestor Fruge (LA,1916-2012) watercolor painting
Est: $380 - $475
ARTIST: Nestor Hippoyle Fruge (Louisiana, 1916 - 2012) NAME: New Orleans Cityscape MEDIUM: watercolor on paper CONDITION: Excellent. Framed under glass. SIGHT SIZE: 15 x 11 inches / 38 x 27 cm FRAME SIZE: 21 x 17 inches / 53 x 43 cm SIGNATURE: lower left CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 120855 US Shipping $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Born Bayou LaFourche, Louisiana in 1916. Self-trained artist. Areas of experience - New Orleans, New York, Paris, and Mexico. Achievements and awards date back to mid-30's. Operated Fruge's Academy of Art, New Orleans, 1949-1952. Since then has traveled and exhibited principally in Europe and Mexico with frequent periodic sojourns in New Orleans.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Apr. 23, 2022
NESTOR FRUGE (NEW ORLEANS, 1914/16-2012) NEW ORLEANS SCENES, LOT OF TWO
Est: $150 - $250
NESTOR FRUGE (NEW ORLEANS, 1914/16-2012) NEW ORLEANS SCENES, LOT OF TWO, watercolor on paper, depicting courtyards, signed lower right "N Fruge". Housed under glass in original frames retaining labels for Whyte Gallery, Washington, D.C.
Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates
Feb. 06, 2022
Nestor Fruge (LA,1916-2012) watercolor painting
Est: $380 - $475
ARTIST: Nestor Hippoyle Fruge (Louisiana, 1916 - 2012) NAME: New Orleans Cityscape MEDIUM: watercolor on paper CONDITION: Excellent. Framed under glass. SIGHT SIZE: 15 x 11 inches / 38 x 27 cm FRAME SIZE: 21 x 17 inches / 53 x 43 cm SIGNATURE: lower left CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 119930 US Shipping $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Born Bayou LaFourche, Louisiana in 1916. Self-trained artist. Areas of experience - New Orleans, New York, Paris, and Mexico. Achievements and awards date back to mid-30's. Operated Fruge's Academy of Art, New Orleans, 1949-1952. Since then has traveled and exhibited principally in Europe and Mexico with frequent periodic sojourns in New Orleans.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Feb. 06, 2022
Nestor Fruge (LA,1916-2012) watercolor painting
Est: $380 - $475
ARTIST: Nestor Hippoyle Fruge (Louisiana, 1916 - 2012) NAME: New Orleans Cityscape MEDIUM: watercolor on paper CONDITION: Excellent. Framed under glass. SIGHT SIZE: 15 x 11 inches / 38 x 27 cm FRAME SIZE: 21 x 17 inches / 53 x 43 cm SIGNATURE: lower left CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 119929 US Shipping $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Born Bayou LaFourche, Louisiana in 1916. Self-trained artist. Areas of experience - New Orleans, New York, Paris, and Mexico. Achievements and awards date back to mid-30's. Operated Fruge's Academy of Art, New Orleans, 1949-1952. Since then has traveled and exhibited principally in Europe and Mexico with frequent periodic sojourns in New Orleans.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Feb. 06, 2022
Nestor Fruge (LA,1916-2012) watercolor painting
Est: $380 - $475
ARTIST: Nestor Hippoyle Fruge (Louisiana, 1916 - 2012) NAME: New Orleans Cityscape MEDIUM: watercolor on paper CONDITION: Excellent. Framed under glass. SIGHT SIZE: 15 x 11 inches / 38 x 27 cm FRAME SIZE: 21 x 17 inches / 53 x 43 cm SIGNATURE: lower left CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 119928 US Shipping $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Born Bayou LaFourche, Louisiana in 1916. Self-trained artist. Areas of experience - New Orleans, New York, Paris, and Mexico. Achievements and awards date back to mid-30's. Operated Fruge's Academy of Art, New Orleans, 1949-1952. Since then has traveled and exhibited principally in Europe and Mexico with frequent periodic sojourns in New Orleans.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Feb. 06, 2022
Nestor Fruge (LA,1916-2012) watercolor painting
Est: $380 - $475
ARTIST: Nestor Hippoyle Fruge (Louisiana, 1916 - 2012) NAME: New Orleans Cityscape MEDIUM: watercolor on paper CONDITION: Excellent. Framed under glass. SIGHT SIZE: 15 x 11 inches / 38 x 27 cm FRAME SIZE: 21 x 17 inches / 53 x 43 cm SIGNATURE: lower left SKU#: 119927 US Shipping $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Born Bayou LaFourche, Louisiana in 1916. Self-trained artist. Areas of experience - New Orleans, New York, Paris, and Mexico. Achievements and awards date back to mid-30's. Operated Fruge's Academy of Art, New Orleans, 1949-1952. Since then has traveled and exhibited principally in Europe and Mexico with frequent periodic sojourns in New Orleans.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Feb. 04, 2022
†Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Seated Nude," c. 1960, ink wash on paper and "Mexican Street Scene," 20th c., felt tip pen on...
Est: $200 - $400
Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Seated Nude," c. 1960, ink wash on paper and "Mexican Street Scene," 20th c., felt tip pen on paper, signed lower left and lower right respectively, with E. L. Borenstein Collection paperwork attached en verso, presented in a wood frame, H.- 10 3/4 in., W.- 16 3/4 in., Framed H.- 17 in., W.- 23 in. Provenance: Originally from the E. Lorenz "Larry" Borenstein (1919-1981) Collection, an important art dealer in New Orleans and the "Father of Preservation Hall." (2 Pcs.)
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Feb. 04, 2022
†Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Seascape," 20th c., watercolor on paper, signed lower right, presented in a wood frame, H.- 12..
Est: $150 - $250
Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Seascape," 20th c., watercolor on paper, signed lower right, presented in a wood frame, H.- 12 in., W.- 9 in., Framed- H.- 21 in., W.- 17 in., D.- 1 in.
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Feb. 04, 2022
†Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Creole Woman," 20th c., watercolor on paper, signed upper right, with E. L. Borenstein Collect..
Est: $150 - $250
Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Creole Woman," 20th c., watercolor on paper, signed upper right, with E. L. Borenstein Collection paperwork attached en verso, presented in a wood frame, H.- 14 1/2 in., W.- 10 3/4 in., Framed 23 3/4 in., W.- 19 1/2 in. Provenance: Originally from the E. Lorenz "Larry" Borenstein (1919-1981) Collection, an important art dealer in New Orleans and the "Father of Preservation Hall."
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Feb. 04, 2022
†Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Astella," 20th c., watercolor on paper, signed lower right, titled verso with E. L. Borenstein..
Est: $150 - $250
Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Astella," 20th c., watercolor on paper, signed lower right, titled verso with E. L. Borenstein Collection paperwork attached , presented in a painted wood frame, H.- 10 3/4 in., W.- 8 1/4 in., Framed H.- 21 in., W.- 18 in. Provenance: Originally from the E. Lorenz "Larry" Borenstein (1919-1981) Collection, an important art dealer in New Orleans and the "Father of Preservation Hall."
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Feb. 04, 2022
†Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Two Women," 20th c., watercolor on paper, signed lower right, with E. L. Borenstein Collection..
Est: $200 - $400
Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Two Women," 20th c., watercolor on paper, signed lower right, with E. L. Borenstein Collection paperwork attached en verso, presented in a wood frame, H.- 10 7/8 in., W.- 14 5/8 in., Framed H.- 16 1/2 in., W.- 20 1/2 in., Provenance: Originally from the E. Lorenz "Larry" Borenstein (1919-1981) Collection, an important art dealer in New Orleans and the "Father of Preservation Hall."
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Feb. 04, 2022
†Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Acapulco Beach," 20th c., oil on canvas, signed lower right, collection label on lower left of..
Est: $400 - $800
Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Acapulco Beach," 20th c., oil on canvas, signed lower right, collection label on lower left of frame, with E. L. Borenstein Collection paperwork attached en verso, presented in a wood frame, H.- 14 in., W.- 25 1/4 in., Framed H.- 18 in., W.- 29 1/4 in. Provenance: Originally from the E. Lorenz "Larry" Borenstein (1919-1981) Collection, an important art dealer in New Orleans and the "Father of Preservation Hall."
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Dec. 11, 2021
Nestor Hippoyle Fruge (1914-2012) New Orleans, W/C
Est: $100 - $200
Nestor Hippoyle Fruge (1914-2012) New Orleans, Watercolor. Street scene depicting a church. Signed lower right. Overall: 20 1/2 x 17 in Sight: 14 1/2 x 11 in
Sarasota Estate Auction
Oct. 25, 2021
NESTOR FRUGE WATERCOLOR ON PAPER
Est: $150 - $200
NESTOR FRUGE (Louisiana, 1916-2012) watercolor on paper, "Jackson Square," New Orleans, Louisiana. Signed lower left, titled verso. Image measures 14.75" x 10.5". In a wood frame; 23" x 18.25" overall.
O'Gallerie
Sep. 25, 2021
NESTOR HIPPOYLE FRUGE NEW ORLEANS ROYAL STREET PAINTING
Est: $100 - $200
This framed watercolor painting by Nestor Hippoyle Fruge (American, Louisiana c1916-2011) features Royal Street in New Orleans on a rainy day. On the back of the painting there is a note that reads, "Watercolors By Nestor Fruge 623 Royal St. N.O., La 70130." Signed N Fruge 20.5 x 16.75" (frame), 19 x 15" (sight)
Mark Lawson Antiques, Inc.
Sep. 19, 2021
†Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Seated Nude," c. 1960, ink wash on paper and "Mexican Street Scene," 20th c., felt tip pen on...
Est: $300 - $600
Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Seated Nude," c. 1960, ink wash on paper and "Mexican Street Scene," 20th c., felt tip pen on paper, signed lower left and lower right respectively, with E. L. Borenstein Collection paperwork attached en verso, presented in a wood frame, H.- 10 3/4 in., W.- 16 3/4 in., Framed H.- 17 in., W.- 23 in. Provenance: Originally from the E. Lorenz "Larry" Borenstein (1919-1981) Collection, an important art dealer in New Orleans and the "Father of Preservation Hall."
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Sep. 19, 2021
†Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Creole Woman," 20th c., watercolor on paper, signed upper right, with E. L. Borenstein Collect..
Est: $200 - $400
Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Creole Woman," 20th c., watercolor on paper, signed upper right, with E. L. Borenstein Collection paperwork attached en verso, presented in a wood frame, H.- 14 1/2 in., W.- 10 3/4 in., Framed 23 3/4 in., W.- 19 1/2 in. Provenance: Originally from the E. Lorenz "Larry" Borenstein (1919-1981) Collection, an important art dealer in New Orleans and the "Father of Preservation Hall."
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Sep. 19, 2021
†Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "New Orleans Courtyard Scene," 20th c., presented in a gilt frame, H.- 16 in., W.- 11 1/2 in.,...
Est: $200 - $400
Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "New Orleans Courtyard Scene," 20th c., presented in a gilt frame, H.- 16 in., W.- 11 1/2 in., Framed H.- 23 in., W.- 19 in. Provenance: The Kissee Art Collection.
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Sep. 18, 2021
†Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Acapulco Beach," 20th c., oil on canvas, signed lower right, collection label on lower left of..
Est: $500 - $900
Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Acapulco Beach," 20th c., oil on canvas, signed lower right, collection label on lower left of frame, with E. L. Borenstein Collection paperwork attached en verso, presented in a wood frame, H.- 14 in., W.- 25 1/4 in., Framed H.- 18 in., W.- 29 1/4 in. Provenance: Originally from the E. Lorenz "Larry" Borenstein (1919-1981) Collection.
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Sep. 18, 2021
†Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Seascape," 20th c., watercolor on paper, signed lower right, presented in a wood frame, H.- 12..
Est: $250 - $450
Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Seascape," 20th c., watercolor on paper, signed lower right, presented in a wood frame, H.- 12 in., W.- 9 in., Framed- H.- 21 in., W.- 17 in., D.- 1 in.
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Sep. 18, 2021
†Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "View of St. Louis Cathedral from Pirates Alley," 20th c., watercolor on paper, signed lower le..
Est: $300 - $500
Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "View of St. Louis Cathedral from Pirates Alley," 20th c., watercolor on paper, signed lower left, presented in a silvered frame, H.- 21 1/2 in., W.- 14 1/2 in., Framed H.- 31 in., W.-23 in.
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Sep. 18, 2021
†Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Juanita," 20th c., oil on paper, signed lower right, with E. L. Borenstein Collection paperwor..
Est: $250 - $450
Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Juanita," 20th c., oil on paper, signed lower right, with E. L. Borenstein Collection paperwork attached en verso, presented in a wood frame, H.- 15 in., W.- 10 5/8 in., Framed H.- 21 1/8 in., W.- 17 1/8 in. Provenance: Originally from the E. Lorenz "Larry" Borenstein (1919-1981) Collection, an important art dealer in New Orleans and the "Father of Preservation Hall."
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Sep. 18, 2021
†Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Astella," 20th c., watercolor on paper, signed lower right, titled verso with E. L. Borenstein..
Est: $250 - $450
Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Astella," 20th c., watercolor on paper, signed lower right, titled verso with E. L. Borenstein Collection paperwork attached , presented in a painted wood frame, H.- 10 3/4 in., W.- 8 1/4 in., Framed H.- 21 in., W.- 18 in. Provenance: Originally from the E. Lorenz "Larry" Borenstein (1919-1981) Collection, an important art dealer in New Orleans and the "Father of Preservation Hall."
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Sep. 18, 2021
†Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Two Women," 20th c., watercolor on paper, signed lower right, with E. L. Borenstein Collection..
Est: $300 - $500
Nestor Fruge (1916-2012, Louisiana), "Two Women," 20th c., watercolor on paper, signed lower right, with E. L. Borenstein Collection paperwork attached en verso, presented in a wood frame, H.- 10 7/8 in., W.- 14 5/8 in., Framed H.- 16 1/2 in., W.- 20 1/2 in., Provenance: Originally from the E. Lorenz "Larry" Borenstein (1919-1981) Collection, an important art dealer in New Orleans and the "Father of Preservation Hall."
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Jun. 13, 2021
Nestor Fruge (1914-2011) Louisiana, Watercolor
Est: $100 - $200
Nestor Fruge (1914-2011) Louisiana, Watercolor. Signed lower right and depicts a New Orleans courtyard. Overall: 22 x 18 in. Sight: 10 1/4 x 8 1/4 in. Please note that all sales are final. No refunds will be given under any circumstances.
Sarasota Estate Auction
May. 08, 2021
†Nestor Fruge (1914-2011, American/Louisiana), "French Quarter," watercolors on paper, pair of French Quarter street scenes, signed l..
Est: $300 - $500
Nestor Fruge (1914-2011, American/Louisiana), "French Quarter," watercolors on paper, pair of French Quarter street scenes, signed lower left on one and signed lower right on the other, both presented in polychromed frames, H.- 14 in., W.- 10 1/2 in., Framed H.- 23 3/4 in., W.- 19 1/8 in. Provenance: Property from Gentleman Collector, Lower Garden District, New Orleans, Louisiana.
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Apr. 12, 2021
Nestor Fruge (New Orleans, 1916-2012)
Est: $100 - $200
Watercolor scene of a New Orleans courtyard, signed l.r. Framed and matted under glass. In a gilt frame. Sight size: 16" ht. x 12.5" wd., framed size: 25.5" ht. x 20" wd.
Caza Sikes
Nov. 22, 2020
Nestor Frugé (American/Louisiana, 1914-2011)
Est: $150 - $250
Nestor Frugé (American/Louisiana, 1914-2011) , "French Quarter Courtyard" and "Courtyard", 2 watercolors on paper mounted to board, each signed lower right, 15 3/4 in. x 11 1/8 in. and 12 3/4 in. x 9 1/2 in., unframed. (2 pcs.)
Neal Auction Company