George (1870) Gibbs Paintings & Artwork for Sale | George (1870) Gibbs Art Value Price Guide

Feb. 16, 2025
George Gibbs (DC,NY,CA,PA,1870-1942) pastel painting antique
Est: $475 - $625
ARTIST: George Fort Gibbs (District Of Columbia, New York, California, Pennsylvania, 1870 - 1942) TITLE: Geraniums YEAR: circa 1907 MEDIUM: pastel on paper. Paper applied to canvas. CONDITION: Some foxing. Framed under glass. Some damages to frame. ART SIZE: 33 x 22 inches / 83 x 55 cm FRAME SIZE: 37 x 26 inches / 93 x 66 cm SIGNATURE: lower right PROVENANCE: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, PA Exhibition (has label on verso) LOCATION: This lot is located at our Dania Beach, FL office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 133127 US SHIPPING: $139 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Born in Long Island, NY on July 17, 1815. Gibbs obtained a law degree from Harvard and then was a librarian for the New York Historical Society from 1842-48. He came to northern California as a journalist with the Redick McKee expedition which explored the Humboldt Bay region in 1851. While there, he sketched the local Indians and scenes of the Bay. His sketches may be seen in Drawn From Life (1977). Gibbs died in New Haven, CT on April 9, 1873.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Nov. 17, 2024
George Gibbs (DC,NY,CA,PA,1870-1942) pastel painting antique
Est: $475 - $625
ARTIST: George Fort Gibbs (District Of Columbia, New York, California, Pennsylvania, 1870 - 1942) TITLE: Geraniums YEAR: circa 1907 MEDIUM: pastel on paper. Paper applied to canvas. CONDITION: Some foxing. Framed under glass. Some damages to frame. ART SIZE: 33 x 22 inches / 83 x 55 cm FRAME SIZE: 37 x 26 inches / 93 x 66 cm SIGNATURE: lower right PROVENANCE: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, PA Exhibition (has label on verso) CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 133127 US SHIPPING: $120 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Born in Long Island, NY on July 17, 1815. Gibbs obtained a law degree from Harvard and then was a librarian for the New York Historical Society from 1842-48. He came to northern California as a journalist with the Redick McKee expedition which explored the Humboldt Bay region in 1851. While there, he sketched the local Indians and scenes of the Bay. His sketches may be seen in Drawn From Life (1977). Gibbs died in New Haven, CT on April 9, 1873.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Sep. 12, 2024
GEORGE GIBBS (1870-1942). STRANDED. charcoal on paper 24 ¾ x 37 in. (62.9 x
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
GEORGE GIBBS (1870-1942). STRANDED. charcoal on paper 24 ¾ x 37 in. (62.9 x 94 cm.) (sight).
Christie's
Sep. 12, 2024
GEORGE GIBBS (1870-1942). RACING TO THE SHIP. charcoal on paper 19 x 37 in.
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
GEORGE GIBBS (1870-1942). RACING TO THE SHIP. charcoal on paper 19 x 37 in. (38.3 x 94 cm.) (sight).
Christie's
Jul. 07, 2024
George Gibbs Signed Illustration Art Painting
Est: $400 - $500
George Fort Gibbs (Pennsylvania/Washington D.C., 1870-1942) oil on board illustration painting rendered primarily in shades of gray and depicting a couple in early 20th century attire in a kitchen. The woman sits and peels vegetables while the man stands and eyes a vegetable that has fallen onto the floor between them. Signed "George Gibbs," center left. With original publication label en verso noting that the illustration was "the property of the Butterick Publishing company" and "accepted by Suffolk Eagle for reproduction," along with Henry M. Taws, Philadelphia, art supplies company sticker. Housed in a distressed gilt wood frame. Board: 14 7/8" H x 15 1/8" W. Frame: 20" H x 21 3/4" W. PROVENANCE: uv lower priority
Case Antiques, Inc. Auctions & Appraisals
Jun. 20, 2024
GEORGE FORT GIBBS (1870-1942) "Bell telephone gives instant alarms."
Est: $30,000 - $50,000
GEORGE FORT GIBBS (1870-1942) "Bell telephone gives instant alarms." Painting for Bell Telephone Company postcard, circa 1898. Oil on board. 32 x 21 inches (image) in 38 1/2 x 28-inch frame. Unsigned. At the end of the 19th century, Bell Telephone Company launched a major campaign to introduce the candlestick telephone to American households. Central to this effort was this painting reproduced on over thirty million postcards, illustrating the telephone's capability to provide instant alarms. This strategic move aimed to showcase the telephone's practical uses, particularly in emergencies, thereby familiarizing the public with the new technology. The postcard is famous among telephony enthusiasts and has been widely collected throughout America.
Swann Auction Galleries
May. 28, 2021
George Gibbs (1870-1942) Seascape, Oil on Canvas
Est: $300 - $500
It depicts a seascape of waves and a seagull with crazing in waves and some loss to paint. It is signed George Gibbs and what appears to be "02" on right. Item measures approx. 21" x 29.5" in exposed area. George Fort Gibbs (1870-1942) was a listed artist from New Orleans known for his career as an illustrator, as well as portraits, genre, and murals.
Keystone Auctions LLC
Jul. 16, 2020
George Fort Gibbs Watercolor [Portrait, Quay]
Est: $60 - $120
George Fort Gibbs (DC, Pennsylvania 1870 - 1942) original watercolor. Signed and dated (94) by artist lower left. Signed and dated (1984) lower left. Titled 'Quay's Favorite Attitude' in pencil lower right (Quay was a New Orleans Illustrator). Measures 11.375-in. x 12-in. sight size, 16-in. x 20-in. mat size. In VG/VG+ condition. Hinge mounted with tape upper edge. If lot is absent of a condition report a condition report may be requested via email. Condition report is provided as an opinion only and is no guarantee as grading can be subjective. Buyer must view photographs or scans to assist in determining condition and ask further questions if so desired. We ship most items in this auction in house and gladly combine shipping if possible of multiple items.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Feb. 13, 2019
George Gibbs (1870-1942), Portrait of Charles E. Bartlett (1873-1927)
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
George Gibbs (1870-1942) Portrait of Charles E. Bartlett (1873-1927) Signed and dated, "George Gibbs '25," l. l., oil on canvas, framed. 49 in. x 39 in. (sight) PROVENANCE: The Historic Portrait and Sculpture Collection of the Philadelphia Bar Association Presented by John H. Maurer, Esq., on behalf of certain friends of Judge Bartlett, March 23, 1928.
Freeman's | Hindman
Nov. 14, 2018
George Gibbs (1870-1942), Portrait of Charles E. Bartlett (1873-1927)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
George Gibbs (1870-1942) Portrait of Charles E. Bartlett (1873-1927) Signed and dated, "George Gibbs '25," l. l., oil on canvas, framed. 49 in. x 39 in. (sight) PROVENANCE: The Historic Portrait and Sculpture Collection of the Philadelphia Bar Association Presented by John H. Maurer, Esq., on behalf of certain friends of Judge Bartlett, March 23, 1928.
Freeman's | Hindman
Sep. 29, 2015
George Fort Gibbs (American 1870 - 1942) - pastel of a Cavalier, measuring 21 1/2" x 19 1/2"
Est: $800 - $1,200
George Fort Gibbs (American 1870 - 1942) - pastel of a Cavalier, measuring 21 1/2" x 19 1/2"
Bill Hood & Sons Arts & Antiques Auctions
Apr. 28, 2015
George Fort Gibbs (American 1870 - 1942) - pastel of a Cavalier, measuring 21 1/2" x 19 1/2"
Est: $800 - $1,200
George Fort Gibbs (American 1870 - 1942) - pastel of a Cavalier, measuring 21 1/2" x 19 1/2"
Bill Hood & Sons Arts & Antiques Auctions
Aug. 20, 2013
GEORGE GIBBS (American, 1870-1942) CAVALIER WITH SWORD AND FALLEN VICTIM
Est: $800 - $1,200
Pastel Housed in a modern gilt frame with linen and gilt liner behind glass Signed upper right "George Gibbs" SIZE: Sight: 21-3/4" x 19-1/2". Overall: 28" x 26". CONDITION: Very good. 9-90338
James D. Julia
Feb. 12, 2011
GEORGE GIBBS (American, 1870-1942). THE JESTER AND THE GEOGRAPHER, signed lower right. Oil on board.
Est: $700 - $1,000
GEORGE GIBBS (American, 1870-1942). THE JESTER AND THE GEOGRAPHER, signed lower right. Oil on board - Framed, 23 1/4 in. x 15 1/2 in.
Sloans & Kenyon
Sep. 11, 2010
George Fort Gibbs (Washington, D.C./Pennsylvania,
Est: $300 - $600
George Fort Gibbs (Washington, D.C./Pennsylvania, 1870-1942), "Portrait of a Lady, 1925", signed verso "George Gibbs 25", oil on canvas, 23-1/8 x 17-1/8 in., 20th century painted wood frame, canvas reduced with original signature retained verso, restretched on old stretcher, scattered retouch, crackle, cupping, cleavage, flaking, stretcher marks; frame with abrasions Private Collection, Sewickley, Pennsylvania
Brunk Auctions
Oct. 17, 2008
GEORGE GIBBS (AMERICAN 1870-1942) CAVALIER
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
GEORGE GIBBS (american 1870-1942) CAVALIER Signed top right, pastel on board 22 x 19 7/8 in. provenance: Private Collection, Pennsylvania.
Freeman's
Feb. 22, 2008
GEORGE GIBBS (AMERICAN 1870-1942) PORTRAIT
Est: $600 - $800
GEORGE GIBBS (american 1870-1942) PORTRAIT OF SALLY GIBBS (MCCLURE) IN RED DRESS Signed bottom left, inscribed verso with sitter, artist and dated "1930", oil on canvas 50 x 40 in. provenance: Private Collection, Pennsylvania.
Freeman's
Feb. 22, 2008
GEORGE GIBBS (AMERICAN 1870-1942) SALLY
Est: $600 - $800
GEORGE GIBBS (american 1870-1942) SALLY WITH GUITAR Signed and dated "George Gibbs 26'" bottom left, oil on canvas, unframed 73 x 59 3/4 in. provenance: Private Collection, Pennsylvania. exhibited: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1924.
Freeman's
Feb. 22, 2008
GEORGE GIBBS (AMERICAN 1870-1942) 'PINK
Est: $600 - $800
GEORGE GIBBS (american 1870-1942) "PINK KIMONO" Signed bottom right, oil on panel 40 x 32 in. provenance: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Freeman's
Feb. 22, 2008
GEORGE GIBBS (AMERICAN 1870-1942) ANDROMEDA
Est: $400 - $600
GEORGE GIBBS (american 1870-1942) ANDROMEDA Signed bottom right, oil on canvas Sight size: 45 x 30 in. exhibited: Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, 1924. provenance: Private Collection, Pennsylvania.
Freeman's
Feb. 22, 2008
GEORGE GIBBS (AMERICAN 1870-1942) RECLINING
Est: $2,500 - $4,000
GEORGE GIBBS (american 1870-1942) RECLINING NUDE Signed and dated "1924" bottom right, oil on canvas 40 x 50 in. provenance: Private Collection, Pennsylvania.
Freeman's
Dec. 13, 2007
Cub Hunting in Huln Park: Gone to Earth - Topping the Drain
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
George Gibbs (AMERICAN, 1870-1942) Cub Hunting in Huln Park: Gone to Earth - Topping the Drain signed and dated 'GH Gibbs 1885' (lower left); signed and dated again and titled 'Cub Hunting in Huln Park Gone to Earth - Topping the Drain THGibb 1885' (on the reverse) oil on canvas 26 x 40½ in. (66 x 102.9 cm.) Painted in 1885.
Christie's
Dec. 02, 2007
GEORGE GIBBS, (AMERICAN 1870-1942), "SOUTH WINDOW"
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
GEORGE GIBBS (american 1870-1942) "SOUTH WINDOW" Signed and inscribed with title on label verso, oil on canvas 29 3/4 x 25 in. (75.6 x 63.5cm) provenance: With a Philadelphia Art Alliance label attached verso. Private Collection, Main Line, Pennsylvania.
Freeman's
Oct. 05, 2007
GEORGE FORT GIBBS, (AMERICAN 1870-1942), INTERRUPTED STUDIES
Est: $500 - $700
GEORGE FORT GIBBS (american 1870-1942) INTERRUPTED STUDIES Signed and dedicated bottom right, oil on board 23 1/4 x 15 1/2 in.
Freeman's
Jul. 29, 2007
Litho Scarecrow sgnd Gibbs 1939 WPA artist
Est: $150 - $200
LITHO- SCARECROW SIGNED UNDER MAT 'GIBBS' (GEORGE, PA, 1870-1942) AND DATED 1939. A WPA ARTIST. FRAME: BLACK MOLDED, MATTED AND GLAZED. SS: 9 3/4" X 7 3/4", OS: 17" X 13 3/4", CONDITION: GOOD, MAT DAMAGED.
Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Mar. 26, 2007
George Gibbs (1870-1942, USA) Indians with Cowboys, watercolor illustration, signed lower right, 16" x 21", framed under glass 29" x 24 1/2"
Est: $800 - $1,200
George Gibbs (1870-1942, USA) Indians with Cowboys, watercolor illustration, signed lower right, 16" x 21", framed under glass 29" x 24 1/2"
Rose Hill Auction Gallery
Nov. 09, 2006
GEORGE FORT GIBBS (American 1870 - 1942)
Est: $5,000 - $6,000
GEORGE FORT GIBBS (American 1870 - 1942) Untitled Oil on canvas 29 x 22-1/4in. Signed lower left Original illustration
Heritage Auctions
May. 10, 2003
George Gibbs 1870-1942 Illustration: Motoring through a soggy autumnal landscape. ca. 1910's; oil on canvas mounted to panel, 22.25 x 29in, signed ur
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
George Gibbs 1870-1942 Illustration: Motoring through a soggy autumnal landscape. ca. 1910's; oil on canvas mounted to panel, 22.25 x 29in, signed ur
Illustration House