Cleve Gray Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Cleve Gray Art Value Price Guide

Apr. 19, 2025
CLEVE GRAY ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONIST PAINTING
Est: $3,000 - $4,000
CLEVE GRAY (AMERICAN 1918-2014) Volcano, 1971 oil on canvas 53.3 x 42 cm (21 x 16 1/2 in.) framed dimensions: 60 x 48 cm (23 5/8 x 18 7/8 in.) signed and dated lower right PROVENANCE Private Collection , California, to the present owner since 2018 Keywords: Abstract Expressionist Painting, Art N.B. Condition reports are available upon request. All lots are sold in as-is condition at the time of sale. Please note that any condition statement regarding works of art is given as a courtesy to our clients in order to assist them in assessing the condition. The report is a genuine opinion held by Shapiro Auctions and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report or a photograph does not preclude the absence of defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Shapiro Auctions, LLC., including its consultants and agents, shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Shapiro Auctions LLC
Mar. 26, 2025
Cleve Gray, Eagle's Descent
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
Cleve Gray Eagle's Descent 1977 acrylic on canvas 68 h x 51 w in (173 x 130 cm) Signed, titled and dated to verso 'Gray - '77 Eagle's Descent'. This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Mar. 04, 2025
Cleve Gray Minter's Proof Abstract Print
Est: $50 - $500
Minter's proof print on paper by Cleve Gray. Brown background with light grey overlaid. Large black amorphous round shape toward lower right. Signed in lower right and date 1976. Embossed "b" in lower right. Marked minter's proof in lower left. 19"H x 23 1/2"W. e
Loon Estates
Mar. 01, 2025
Cleve Gray Portrait Painting, 44"H
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Cleve Gray (American, 1918-2004) Marking(s); notes: signed, P.57.3; 1957 Materials: oil on linen Dimensions (H, W, D): 44"h, 38"w; 46"h, 39.5"w frame Additional Information: Work is titled “Portrait of Francine du Plessix Gray," depicting the artist's wife, Pulitzer prize-nominated author Francine du Plessix Gray. Private Collection, Palm Beach, Florida. Provenance: Estate of the artist | Ameringer McEnery Yohe Gallery, New York, New York | Private Collection, Palm Beach, Florida (Gift from Francine du Plessix Gray to present owner). Francine du Plessix Gray was a French-American writer who, in her novels and journalism, explored the complexities of cultural identity, the obstacles confronting women seeking their place in the world and her own privileged but anguished early life. (sources: "Francine du Plessix Gray, Searching Novelist and Journalist, Is Dead at 88," William Grimes, The New York Times, 1.14.2019; "Becoming Francine du Plessix Gray," Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 1.15.2019)
Palm Beach Modern Auctions
Dec. 11, 2024
Cleve Gray (American, 1918-2004) Ceres 6, 1967
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Cleve Gray (American, 1918-2004) Ceres 6, 1967 acrylic on canvas signed Gray and dated (lower right); signed, titled and numbered (verso) 82 1/8 x 79 1/4 inches. This lot is located in Chicago.
Freeman’s | Hindman
Dec. 08, 2024
Cleve Gray; Abstract 1976 Oil on Canvas
Est: $500 - $1,000
Cleve Gray (USA 1918-2004); Color Field Abstract in Pink, 1976 Oil on Canvas signed and dated lower right recto, unframed. Height of art 24 1/2 inches (62.2 cm.) X width of art 29 1/2 inches (75 cm.).
Eddie's Auction
Dec. 04, 2024
Cleve Gray, mixed media on canvas, 1980
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Cleve Gray (American, 1918-2004), "Roman Walls #130", on paper mounted to canvas, signed, titled and dated verso, aluminum slat frame, 27.5"h x 39"w (stretchers), 28.75"h x 40.5" (frame)
Millea Bros Ltd
Nov. 18, 2024
Cleve Gray (American, 1957-2004) "Trine", 1977
Est: $6,000 - $9,000
Cleve Gray (American, 1957-2004) "Trine", 1977, Mixed media acrylic painting on canvas, signed and dated. Framed. Size: 32'' x 36'', 81 x 91 cm (stretcher); 32.75'' x 36.75'', 83 x 93 cm (frame). Private Collection.
Material Culture
Nov. 09, 2024
CLEVE GRAY (AMERICAN 1918-2004)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
CLEVE GRAY (AMERICAN 1918-2004) Abstract Composition, 1971 acrylic on canvas 50.5 x 65 cm (19 7/8 x 25 5/8 in.) framed dimensions: 54 x 69 cm (21 1/4 x 27 1/8 in.) signed and dated lower right and on verso PROVENANCE Private Collection, Oyster Bay, NY N.B. Condition reports are available upon request. All lots are sold in as-is condition at the time of sale. Please note that any condition statement regarding works of art is given as a courtesy to our clients in order to assist them in assessing the condition. The report is a genuine opinion held by Shapiro Auctions and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report or a photograph does not preclude the absence of defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Shapiro Auctions, LLC., including its consultants and agents, shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Shapiro Auctions LLC
Sep. 27, 2024
Cleve Gray, Rising
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
Cleve Gray Rising 1976 acrylic on canvas 81.25 h x 79 w in (206 x 201 cm) Signed, titled twice and dated to verso 'Gray 76 Rising Rising'. Provenance: Swann Galleries, American Art- Contemporary Art, 8 June 2010, Lot 269 | Private Collection This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
May. 18, 2024
Gray Cleve - Thirteenth Augury (1967)
Est: €1,500 - €2,000
Oil and aluminum paint on canvas - Sig. '67 and title on the reverse
De Vuyst
May. 08, 2024
Cleve Gray
Est: $7,000 - $10,000
American, 1918-2004 Cockade, 1977 Signed and dated Gray - '77 and inscribed as titled on the reverse Acrylic on canvas 75 x 46 1/2 inches (190.5 x 118.1 cm) (Framed dimensions: 75 3/4 x 47 1/4 x 2 1/4 inches) Some faint surface grime and smudges at upper right and lower left. No evidence of restoration under UV inspection.
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Apr. 24, 2024
Cleve Gray (American, 1918-2004) Seeing #3, 1989
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
Cleve Gray (American, 1918-2004) Seeing #3, 1989 acrylic on canvas signed Gray, titled and dated (verso) 34 x 40 inches. Property from the Collection of Richard J. Hanna and Byron S. Dunham, Chicago and Savannah Provenance: The Artist Irving Galleries, Palm Beach Purchased from the above by the present owner in 1997
Hindman
Apr. 03, 2024
Attrib: Cleve Gray (1918 - 2004)
Est: $200 - $1,500
Attributed To: Cleve Gray, American (1918 - 2004) Acrylic on Board "Abstract Figure, 1981" Signed and Dated Lower Right. Measures 11-7/8" x 10-3/4". Frame measures18-1/2" x 17-1/2". A work listed as "attributed to:" the respective artist has not been authenticated by a recognized expert on the artist in question. We offer such a work without warranty as to authenticity. Condition: Good condition. Estimate: $200.00 - $1500.00 Domestic Shipping: $135.00
Kodner Galleries
Mar. 05, 2024
The Kitchen Table
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Cleve Gray 1918 - 2004 The Kitchen Table signed and dated Gray 59 lower right oil on canvas 20 by 30 in. 50.8 by 76.2 cm. Executed in 1959.
Sotheby's
Feb. 17, 2024
Large Cleve Gray Abstract Painting, 65"W
Est: $7,000 - $9,000
Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Cleve Gray (American, 1918-2004) Marking(s); notes: signed Materials: acrylic on canvas Dimensions (H, W, D): 50"h, 65"w; 51"h, 66.5"w frame Additional Information: Work is titled "Towards Cornwall #3." Gallery label to reverse: Irving Galleries, Palm Beach, Florida.
Palm Beach Modern Auctions
Dec. 02, 2023
Cleve Gray 1977 abstract expressionist painting Warren
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Gray, Cleve (Ginsburg), (American, 1918-2004), Warren #4, 1977, acrylic on canvas mounted to linen, 22.25 x 23.5 inches, signed and dated lower right and signed, titled and dated on frame reverse, frame measuring 29 x 30 inches, Provenance: The Estate of Jacquelin Wechsler
Concept Art Gallery
Oct. 24, 2023
CLEVE GRAY - ORANGE AND BLACK COMPOSITIONS, 2 PRINTS
Est: $400 - $600
Lot 102 Cleve Gray American (1918-2004) Orange and Black Compositions, 2 Prints serigraph each signed lower right, editioned 48/100 and 67/100 sheet (each): 30 x 22 inches unframed Provenance: From a Private Collection
Capsule Gallery Auction
Oct. 24, 2023
CLEVE GRAY - PURPLE COMPOSITIONS, 2 PRINTS
Est: $400 - $600
Lot 101 Cleve Gray American (1918-2004) Purple Compositions, 2 Prints (1966) serigraph each signed lower right, editioned 55/60 and 27/60 sheet (larger): 30 x 22 inches unframed Provenance: From a Private Collection
Capsule Gallery Auction
Oct. 24, 2023
CLEVE GRAY - GREEN AND SILVER COMPOSITIONS, 2 PRINTS
Est: $400 - $600
Lot 100 Cleve Gray American (1918-2004) Green and Silver Compositions, 2 Prints serigraph each signed lower right, editioned 77/100 and 24/100 sheet: 30 x 22 inches unframed Provenance: From a Private Collection
Capsule Gallery Auction
Oct. 24, 2023
CLEVE GRAY - COMPOSITIONS, 2 PRINTS
Est: $400 - $600
Lot 76 Cleve Gray American (1918-2004) Compositions, 2 Prints (1976) serigraph signed lower right, editioned 9/50 and 36/60 plate (each); 15 1/2 x 19 3/4 inches unframed Provenance: From a Private Collection
Capsule Gallery Auction
Sep. 28, 2023
Cleve Gray (American, 1918-2004) Considering All Possible Worlds #12, 1991
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Cleve Gray (American, 1918-2004) Considering All Possible Worlds #12, 1991 acrylic on canvas signed Gray, titled and dated (verso) 48 x 80 inches. Provenance: Berry-Hill Galleries, New York Stein Bartlow Gallery, Chicago
Hindman
Sep. 09, 2023
Cleve Gray (American, 1918-2004) After Egypt, Acrylic on Canvas, Signed, Titled, and dated '95 on the verso, 35 1/4" x 56 1/4", Framed, Overall-36 1/2" x 58 1/4"
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Cleve Gray (American, 1918-2004) After Egypt, Acrylic on Canvas, Signed, Titled, and dated '95 on the verso, 35 1/4" x 56 1/4", Framed, Overall-36 1/2" x 58 1/4"
Auction Gallery of the Palm Beaches
Aug. 25, 2023
CLEVE GRAY "GREEN, TEAL & SILVER ABSTRACT" LITHO
Est: $200 - $400
Cleve (Ginsburg) Gray (American 1918-2004), "Green, Teal and Silver Abstract," 20th century, lithograph on paper, pencil signed to lower right and numbered 54/100 to lower left, framed. Provenance: : From the Estate of James Lipton, writer and host of Inside the Actor’s Studio. Approximate measurements: sight h. 29. 75", w. 22"; frame h. 31. 125", w. 23. 25", d. 0. 75".
Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
Jul. 29, 2023
CLEVE GRAY 1961 Mixed Media Painting on Paper
Est: $400 - $600
Cleve Gray (American, 1918-2004) Untitled, 1961 Oil and ink pen on paper 9 1/4" x 7 1/2" Signed and dated to the bottom right corner. The frame measures 16 3/4" x 13 3/4" x 1 1/2". The frame also contains a pencil sketch on a separate sheet, housed inside the mat (not displayed).
Circle Auction
Jul. 29, 2023
CLEVE GRAY "Maremme #7" (Oil on Canvas)
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Cleve Gray (American, 1918-2004) Maremme #7, circa 1961 Oil on canvas 12" x 8" Titled to the reverse, no signature visible. The frame measures 18 1/4" x 14 1/4" x 1 1/2". Another oil from Gray's Maremme series is held in the permanent collection of the Princeton University Art Museum.
Circle Auction
Jul. 29, 2023
CLEVE GRAY "Red Sunset" (1955 Oil on Canvas)
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Cleve Gray (American, 1918-2004) Red Sunset, 1955 Oil on canvas 13" x 17" Signed and dated to the bottom right corner, titled to the reverse alongside a Staempfli Gallery (New York) tag. The frame measures 19 1/4" x 23 1/4" x 1 3/4".
Circle Auction
Jul. 08, 2023
Cleve Gray (American, 1918-2004), "Siena" , Acrylic on Canvas, Verso Signed, titled, and dated '76, 70" x 60", Wood and Brass Chrome Strip Frame.
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Cleve Gray (American, 1918-2004), "Siena" , Acrylic on Canvas, Verso Signed, titled, and dated '76, 70" x 60", Wood and Brass Chrome Strip Frame.
Auction Gallery of the Palm Beaches
Jun. 21, 2023
Cleve Gray, Red Curve
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Cleve Gray Red Curve 1968 acrylic on canvas 19 h x 12 w in (48 x 30 cm) Titled to verso 'Red Curve'. Provenance: Loretta Howard, New York | Ameringer Yohe Fine Art, New York | Lead Apron, Los Angeles | Private Collection This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
May. 25, 2023
CLEVE GRAY (1918 - 2004, AMERICAN) Roman Walls, (#123).
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
CLEVE GRAY (1918 - 2004, AMERICAN) Roman Walls, (#123). Acrylic and marble dust on hand made paper mounted on linen, 1980. Signed, Gray, and dated, 80, lower right. Signed, Gary, dated, 80, and inscribed as titled on verso. 703x493 mm; 27 3/4x19 3/8 inches. Provenance: Private collection, California.
Swann Auction Galleries
May. 25, 2023
CLEVE GRAY - UNTITLED (GREEN, PURPLE AND BLUE)
Est: $300 - $500
Lot 94 Cleve Gray American (1918-2004) Untitled (Green, Purple and Blue) (1974) screenprint verso inscription in graphite: G.74.1.56 signed lower right, editioned 70/125 21 x 27 ½ inches unframed Provenance: From a Private Collection
Capsule Gallery Auction
May. 25, 2023
CLEVE GRAY - UNTITLED (ORANGE, YELLOW, PINK)
Est: $300 - $500
Lot 92 Cleve Gray American (1918-2004) Untitled (Orange, Yellow, Pink) (1970) screenprint on Arches paper verso inscription in graphite: G.70.2.68 signed lower right, editioned 32/100 30 x 22 ½ inches unframed Provenance: From a Private Collection
Capsule Gallery Auction
May. 25, 2023
CLEVE GRAY - UNTITLED (YELLOW, PURPLE, BLACK)
Est: $300 - $500
Lot 90 Cleve Gray American (1918-2004) Untitled (Yellow, Purple, Black) (1978) lithograph signed lower left, editioned 22/40 30 x 22 inches unframed Provenance: From a Private Collection
Capsule Gallery Auction
May. 06, 2023
CLEVE GINSBURG GRAY (1918-2004)
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
"Landscape" oil on canvas 12 x 15.25 inches. signed Gray '58 with Jacques Seligmann New York Gallery label verso
John McInnis Auctioneers
Mar. 25, 2023
CLEVE GRAY (American, 1918-2004), Untitled, Oil on Canvas, Signed and dated '68 lower right, 18 1/2" x 21 1/2". Gilded Frame with Linen liner. Overall Measures 25" x 27 1/2".
Est: $3,000 - $4,000
CLEVE GRAY (American, 1918-2004) Untitled, Oil on Canvas, Signed and dated '68 lower right, 18 1/2" x 21 1/2". Gilded Frame with Linen liner. Overall Measures 25" x 27 1/2".
Auction Gallery of the Palm Beaches
Mar. 17, 2023
Work on paper, Cleve Gray
Est: $500 - $700
Cleve Gray (American, 1918-2004), Untitled (Orange), 2000, watercolor and ink on paper, signed and dated lower right, sheet: 11"h x 15"w, overall (with frame): 14.25"h x 18.25"W
Clars Auctions
Mar. 08, 2023
Cleve Gray American, 1918-2004 Santiago de Campostella (The Cathedral), 1959
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Cleve Gray American, 1918-2004 Santiago de Campostella (The Cathedral), 1959 Signed and dated Gray '59 (lr) Oil on canvas 80 x 39 3/4 inches (203 x 101 cm) Provenance: Staempfli Gallery, New York The Estate of David Hunt Blair, Jr. C Property of a Private New Jersey Collection
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Mar. 04, 2023
Large Cleve Gray Abstract Painting, 60"H
Est: $5,000 - $8,000
Work is titled "Yellow Line." Provenance: Artist | Mr. & Mrs. Robert Mock, Jupiter, Florida.
Palm Beach Modern Auctions
Mar. 04, 2023
Large Cleve Gray Abstract Painting, 60"H
Est: $5,000 - $8,000
Work is titled "Pisanello." Provenance: Artist | Mr. & Mrs. Robert Mock, Jupiter, Florida.
Palm Beach Modern Auctions
Feb. 09, 2023
Work on paper, Cleve Gray
Est: $700 - $1,000
Cleve Gray (American, 1918-2004), Untitled (Orange), 2000, watercolor and ink on paper, signed and dated lower right, sheet: 11"h x 15"w, overall (with frame): 14.25"h x 18.25"W
Clars Auctions
Feb. 04, 2023
Cleve GRAY: "Targuinia" - Artists Proof Lithograph
Est: $200 - $400
Cleve Gray (American, 1918-2004) artists proof lithograph, titled "Targuinia", 1962; titled and dated, '62. [Image: 24" H x 19" W; Frame: 26 3/4" H x 21 1/2" W]. Stains to left side, folding to paper near title.
Roland Auctions NY
Feb. 04, 2023
Cleve GRAY: "Night St. Maxime" - Lithograph
Est: $300 - $500
Cleve Gray (American, 1918-2004) large limited edition lithograph, "Night St. Maxime", 1980; signed and numbered, edition 91/100. [Sight: 28" H x 21 3/4" W; Frame: 35" H x 27 1/2" W]. Paper loose in frame.
Roland Auctions NY
Jan. 07, 2023
Cleve GRAY: "Targuinia" - Artists Proof Lithograph
Est: $300 - $500
Cleve Gray (American, 1918-2004) artists proof lithograph, titled "Targuinia", 1962; titled and dated, '62. [Image: 24" H x 19" W; Frame: 26 3/4" H x 21 1/2" W]. Stains to left side, folding to paper near title.
Roland Auctions NY
Jan. 07, 2023
Cleve GRAY: "Night St. Maxime" - Lithograph
Est: $400 - $600
Cleve Gray (American, 1918-2004) large limited edition lithograph, "Night St. Maxime", 1980; signed and numbered, edition 91/100. [Sight: 28" H x 21 3/4" W; Frame: 35" H x 27 1/2" W]. Paper loose in frame.
Roland Auctions NY
Dec. 08, 2022
Cleve Gray American, 1918-2004 Untitled, 1986
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Cleve Gray American, 1918-2004 Untitled, 1986 Signed and dated Gray 1/10-15/86 (lr) Ink and watercolor on paper 29 1/2 x 21 3/4 inches (74.9 x 55.2 cm) C
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Nov. 29, 2022
ART PUBLICATIONS ALICE AYCOCK GLEVE GRAY M STEINER
Est: $40 - $80
Art publications including exhibition catalogues. Including Alice Aycock, Michael Steiner, Don Gummer, Cleve Gray, Israel Hershberg. Provenance: Collection of Dick Polich, Polich Tallix Fine Art Foundry. Polich and Tallix produced significant sculptural works over many years. He is known to have produced art with artists such as, Willem de Kooning, Jeff Koons, Roy Lichtenstein, Frank Stella, Helen Frankenthaler, ERTE, Julian Schnabel, Richard Artschwager, Isamu Noguchi, and many others.
Austin York LLC
Nov. 18, 2022
Cleve Gray (American, 1918-2004) Acrylic On Canvas, C. 2001, Homage To Sengia, H 50'' W 85''
Est: $15,000 - $20,000
Signed, dated and titled verso. Provenance: Muskegon Museum of Art, Muskegon, MI
DuMouchelles
Nov. 17, 2022
CLEVE GRAY Untitled.
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
CLEVE GRAY Untitled. Color aquatint on white wove Fabriano paper, 1981. 540x752 mm; 21 1/4x29 5/8 inches, full margins. Artist's proof, aside from the edition of 35. Signed and inscribed "artist's proof" in pencil, lower margin. A very good impression of this large, scarce print, with strong colors.
Swann Auction Galleries