Elmer Stanley Hader Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Elmer Stanley Hader Art Value Price Guide

Aug. 25, 2024
Elmer Hader (1889-1973) American, Oil on Canvasboard
Est: $400 - $800
Elmer Hader (1889-1973) American, Oil on Canvasboard. Titled "Hudson River, Fall Landscape." Signed and dated 1945 lower left. Overall: 22 X 28 in. Sight: 17 1/2 X 23 1/2 in. #2692 . Elmer Stanley Hader was born in Pajaro, California on September 7th, 1889, but spent much of his youth in San Francisco. He worked briefly in a survey party up the American River, a firefighter on the State Belt Railroad, and apprenticed under his father as an engineer. At the age of 16, as a member of the National Guard, he helped restore order to San Francisco after the 1906 earthquake. Given a scholarship for his deeds, he pursued a degree at the California School of Design, graduating in 1910. Elmer was also involved in theater, painting sets for and acting with two theatrical groups in the city, and continued to engage with actors when he traveled to Paris to attend the Académie Julian from 1912 to 1914. He was very successful for his vaudeville routines in France and the United States in which he would do a “Painting a Minute” act and, later, a living statue routine (in which individuals were made up to appear to be statues). Eager to focus on art full time, he returned to San Francisco and set up a studio in his parents attic, where he painted, taught art, and arranged exhibits. Drafted into the Army and returned to France in 1918 as a member of the Camouflage Corps, he was demobilized and sent to New York in 1919, where he met and fell in love with the Mexican-born artist Berta Hoerner (August 1st, 1890 - February 6th, 1976). They moved from Greenwich Village to Grand View-on-Hudson on the west bank of the Hudson River, eventually building their own expansive home there which became an art project in its own right. The Haders were early champions of conservation, animal protection, and pacifism, and many of their works reflect these themes. They had one child, Hamilton, who died from meningitis before the age of three. In an effort to overcome their grief, they turned to writing and illustrating children’s books, jointly creating over 70 during their shared career and winning the Caldecott Medal multiple times. Elmer passed away on his 84th birthday, September 7th, 1973, and Berta remained in their home until her passing three years later.
Sarasota Estate Auction
Oct. 21, 2023
ELMER STANLEY HADER (AMERICAN 1889-1973)
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
ELMER STANLEY HADER (AMERICAN 1889-1973) The Spilled Cart 1919 oil on canvas 144 x 117 cm (56 3/4 x 46 in.), framed dimensions: 158 x 134 cm (62 1/4 x 52 3/4 in.) signed and dated lower right CONDITION Observed in frame, the work is in good condition, overall scattered craquelure, a minuscule spot of paint loss lower left. Some surface grime. UV light inspection showed some small scattered retouched areas along the lower edge. N.B. 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
Jan. 29, 2023
Elmer Stanley Hader, American (1889-1973)
Est: $400 - $600
Elmer Stanley Hader, American (1889-1973) Large Painting Oil on Canvas. Signed Lower Left & Dated '17. "Harbor Village". Beautifully Framed. Condition: Appears to be in Excellent Condition. Probably Relined. Dimensions: Sight-34" x 34". Frame-42" x 42". Provenance: From a Private New Jersey Collector. 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
Nov. 21, 2022
Elmer Stanley Hader (1889-1973) Near Kinley 18 x 24 in. framed 27 x 33 in.
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Elmer Stanley Hader (1889-1973) Near Kinley signed and dated 'Elmer Hader 47' (lower left) and titled and dated again (on the reverse) oil on Masonite 18 x 24 in. framed 27 x 33 in.
Bonhams
Jul. 18, 2021
Painting, Elmer Stanley Hader
Est: $700 - $1,000
Elmer Stanley Hader (American, 1889-1973), Field of Wildflowers, 1957, oil on board, signed lower right, signed, stamped and dated verso, board: 18"h x 24"w, overall (with frame): 20.75"h x 26.75"w
Clars Auctions
Apr. 15, 2021
ELMER STANLEY HADER (1889 - 1973): "SPRING, WITH BARREN TREES"
Est: $600 - $800
1948, oil on board, signed with estate stamp lower right 20 x 24 inches; 26 x 31 1/2 inches frame
Abell Auction
Jan. 26, 2020
Elmer Stanley Hader (1889-1973) American, O/B
Est: $600 - $900
This is an oil on board by Elmer Stanley Hader, a California artist who worked with his wife, Berta. Together they illustrated over 70 children's books and in 1948 they won the Caldecott Medal, which honored the most distinguished American picture book for children. After they married, they moved to a small town on the Hudson River in New York, where they contributed artwork to many magazines, including pictures and cutouts of children in national costume. John Steinbeck was so impressed by Elmer's work that he invited Elmer to do the cover for The Grapes of Wrath, and Elmer eventually did the cover for Steinbeck's East of Eden. This attractive painting is signed with the artist's full name in the lower right. It is also signed "Elmer Hader" and dated September 1937 on the back. The overall size is 29 1/2 x 35 1/4 in. wide and the sight size is 17 1/2 x 23 1/2 in. wide.
Sarasota Estate Auction
Jan. 24, 2019
ELMER STANLEY HADER, American (1889-1973), "Goose Gables, Late Afternoon", oil on canvasboard, signed and dated lower left "Elmer Ha...
Est: $400 - $600
ELMER STANLEY HADER American (1889-1973) "Goose Gables, Late Afternoon" oil on canvasboard, signed and dated lower left "Elmer Hader ''42," signed, titled, dated and inscribed on the reverse "Goose Gables Series/ West Fremont /Maine / Nyack, NY" Framed size - 25 1/8 x 31 1/8 x 1 3/4 inches 18 x 24 Provenance: Stewart Gallery, San Diego, California; Louis Newman Gallery, New York, New York; Private Collection, California. Exhibitions: Paramus, New Jersey, Bergen Museum of Art and Science, May 9 - June 18, 1989, Exhibition no. 234, p. 21. Other Notes: tags: landscape, New York, oil painting, summer
Shannon's
Jan. 13, 2019
Elmer Hader (1889 - 1973)
Est: $1,800 - $3,600
Born in Pajaro, CA on Sept. 7, 1889. Hader grew up in San Francisco, survived the earthquake and fire of 1906, and began his art studies there at the Institute of Art. He continued his studies at Académie Julian in Paris (1911-14) where he absorbed the techniques of the Impressionists. Upon returning to San Francisco, he established a studio on Telegraph Hill and devoted himself to serious easel painting. Active in the local art scene, he had several one-man shows in San Francisco and Oakland before being drafted into the army during WWI. Sight Size: 17.5 x 23.5 in Overall Size: 29 x 35.5 in Medium: Oil on Board
Sarasota Estate Auction
Oct. 28, 2018
Elmer Stanley Hader (NY, California 1889-1973)
Est: $900 - $1,800
Elmer Stanley Hader (New York, California, 1889-1973) Oil on board painting of a farm landscape. Signed lower right. Estate stamp verso. Hader grew up in San Francisco, survived the earthquake and fire of 1906, and began his art studies there at the Institute of Art. He continued his studies at Acad?mie Julian in Paris (1911-14) where he absorbed the techniques of the Impressionists. Upon returning to San Francisco, he established a studio on Telegraph Hill and devoted himself to serious easel painting. Active in the local art scene, he had several one-man shows in San Francisco and Oakland before being drafted into the army during WWI. Exh: Societ? des Artistes Fran?ais (Paris), 1914; De Young Museum, 1916; Oakland Art Gallery, 1916; San Francisco Art Association, 1916-18; Bohemian Club, 1917; NAD, 1920. In: Monterey Peninsula Museum; Bohemian Club; LACMA; Univ. of Oregon Library. Sight Size: 17.5 x 23.5 in. Overall Size: 29.5 x 35.25 in.
Helmuth Stone
Jul. 01, 2018
Elmer Stanley Hader (1889-1973)
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Elmer Stanley Hader (New York, California, 1889-1973) Oil on board painting of a farm landscape. Signed lower right. Sight Size: 17.5 x 23.5 in. Overall Size: 29.5 x 35.25 in. Estate stamp verso. Hader grew up in San Francisco, survived the earthquake and fire of 1906, and began his art studies there at the Institute of Art. He continued his studies at Acad?mie Julian in Paris (1911-14) where he absorbed the techniques of the Impressionists. Upon returning to San Francisco, he established a studio on Telegraph Hill and devoted himself to serious easel painting. Active in the local art scene, he had several one-man shows in San Francisco and Oakland before being drafted into the army during WWI. Exh: Societ? des Artistes Fran?ais (Paris), 1914; De Young Museum, 1916; Oakland Art Gallery, 1916; San Francisco Art Association, 1916-18; Bohemian Club, 1917; NAD, 1920. In: Monterey Peninsula Museum; Bohemian Club; LACMA; Univ. of Oregon Library.
Helmuth Stone
May. 16, 2018
Elmer Stanley Hader "Little Falls, New York"
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Elmer Stanley Hader "Little Falls, New York" oil on canvas, 1913. Signed and dated lower left, "Elmer Hader / 1913". Canvas: 38.75"H x 50.25"W; Frame: 47.5"H x 59.5"W. PROVENANCE: Valley House Gallery, Dallas, TX. Collection of J.C. Penney Company, represented by Russell Tether Fine Arts Assoc. EXHIBITION: "Societe des Artistes Francais," Annual Exhibition, Paris, 1914. "Elmer Stanley Hader: Painter Rediscovered," A Retrospective Exhibition, The Bergen Museum of Art and Science, Paramus, NJ, May 9-June 18, 1989. LITERATURE: Rich, Tolley, and Waller, "Berta and Elmer Hader: A Lifetime of Art," Roseburg, OR, 2001, p. 29. Lynn Beman, "Elmer Stanley Hader: A Retrospective Exhibition," The Bergen Museum of Art and Science, Paramus, NJ, 1989, pp. 4 and 16, no. 3 (illustrated). Elmer Stanley Hader (American/New York, 1889-1973).
Dallas Auction Gallery
Mar. 04, 2018
Elmer Stanley Hader (1889-1973)
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Elmer Stanley Hader (New York, California, 1889-1973) Oil on board painting of a farm landscape. Signed lower right. Sight Size: 17.5 x 23.5 in. Overall Size: 29.5 x 35.25 in. Estate stamp verso. Hader grew up in San Francisco, survived the earthquake and fire of 1906, and began his art studies there at the Institute of Art. He continued his studies at Acad?mie Julian in Paris (1911-14) where he absorbed the techniques of the Impressionists. Upon returning to San Francisco, he established a studio on Telegraph Hill and devoted himself to serious easel painting. Active in the local art scene, he had several one-man shows in San Francisco and Oakland before being drafted into the army during WWI. Exh: Societ? des Artistes Fran?ais (Paris), 1914; De Young Museum, 1916; Oakland Art Gallery, 1916; San Francisco Art Association, 1916-18; Bohemian Club, 1917; NAD, 1920. In: Monterey Peninsula Museum; Bohemian Club; LACMA; Univ. of Oregon Library.
Sarasota Estate Auction
Aug. 13, 2017
Elmer Hader (1889 - 1973) "Haiti"
Est: $500 - $1,000
Estate Signed Elmer Hader (1889 - 1973) Oil on board painting of "Haiti". Titled verso. Signed lower left. Estate stamped verso. Sight Size: 17 x 23.5 in. The subjects of his paintings include portraits, landscapes, figures, still lifes, scenes of France, Brittany, Haiti, the Maine coast, Catskills, and California. Exh: Societ? des Artistes Fran?ais (Paris), 1914; De Young Museum, 1916; Oakland Art Gallery, 1916; San Francisco Art Association, 1916-18; Bohemian Club, 1917; NAD, 1920. In: Monterey Peninsula Museum; Bohemian Club; LACMA; Univ. of Oregon Library.
Sarasota Estate Auction
May. 31, 2017
ELMER STANLEY HADER (AMERICAN 1889-1973)
Est: $800 - $1,200
ELMER STANLEY HADER (AMERICAN 1889-1973) The Procession, 1913 oil on canvas 46.5 x 62 cm (18 1/4 x 24 3/8 in.) signed, dated and inscribed lower left
Shapiro Auctions LLC
Apr. 23, 2017
ELMER STANLEY HADER (AMERICAN 1889-1973), OIL ON CANVAS BOARD, "ROCKS IN THE COVE"-GOOSE GABLE SERIES, WEST TREMONT, MAINE, SIGNED AND TITLED 7-14-'42, #4-231-C. 18 X 24"; FRAMED 21 1/2 X 27 1/2"
Est: $300 - $500
ELMER STANLEY HADER (AMERICAN 1889-1973), OIL ON CANVAS BOARD, "ROCKS IN THE COVE"-GOOSE GABLE SERIES, WEST TREMONT, MAINE, SIGNED AND TITLED 7-14-'42, #4-231-C. 18 X 24"; FRAMED 21 1/2 X 27 1/2"
William J Jenack Auctioneers
Sep. 18, 2016
Painting, Elmer Hader
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Elmer Hader (American, 1889-1973), Latrobe Carroll, 1923, oil on board, signed and dated lower left, sight: 17.5"h x 23.5"w, overall (with frame): 20"h x 26"w
Clars Auctions
May. 21, 2016
ELMER STANLEY HADER AMERICAN 1889-1973
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
The Procession, oil on canvas, 18 x 24 in (45.7 x 61 cm), signed lower left
Trinity International Auctions & Appraisals, LLC
Mar. 22, 2016
ELMER STANLEY HADAR OIL PAINTING SIGNED 1943
Est: $400 - $600
Elmer Stanley Hader (New York, 1889-1973), "The Grand View Years" Fall landscape, oil on masonite, signed lower right Elmer Hader, 1943. Gallery and art museum tags en verso. Ht: 18" Width: 24" (image size)
Kamelot Auctions
Feb. 27, 2016
ELMER STANLEY HADAR OIL PAINTING SIGNED 1943
Est: $500 - $1,000
Elmer Stanley Hader (New York, 1889-1973), "The Grand View Years" Fall landscape, oil on masonite, signed lower right Elmer Hader, 1943. Gallery and art museum tags en verso. Ht: 18" Width: 24" (image size)
Kamelot Auctions
Nov. 03, 2015
Elmer Stanley Hader (American 1889 - 1973) oil on canvas, "Garden Party", signed Hader on reverse. 24"x20"
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Elmer Stanley Hader (American 1889 - 1973) oil on canvas, "Garden Party", signed Hader on reverse. 24"x20"
Bill Hood & Sons Arts & Antiques Auctions
Oct. 05, 2015
Oil on board by California artist Elmer Hader
Est: $800 - $1,200
Oil on board depicting landscape of seashore scene by California artist Elmer Hader (1889-1973), 17.5"x23.4"
International Auction Gallery
Jun. 20, 2015
†Elmer Hader (1889-1973, N.Y.), "Farm House with Chickens in the Yard," 20th c., oil on canvas, signed l.l., framed, H.- 19 3/4 in.,...
Est: $800 - $1,200
Elmer Hader (1889-1973, N.Y.), "Farm House with Chickens in the Yard," 20th c., oil on canvas, signed l.l., framed, H.- 19 3/4 in., W.- 23 5/8 in.
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Nov. 30, 2014
Hader, Landscape Along a Lake, O/B
Est: $800 - $1,200
Elmer Stanley Hader (American 1889-1973), landscape along a lake, oil on board, signed lower left, dated 1943, 18" x 24" (view), 27" x 33" (frame). Provenance: From a California estate.
Kaminski Auctions
Oct. 26, 2014
Hader, Landscape Along a Lake, O/B
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Elmer Stanley Hader (American 1889-1973), landscape along a lake, oil on board, signed lower left, dated 1943, 18" x 24" (view), 27" x 33" (frame). Provenance: From a California estate.
Kaminski Auctions
Jun. 22, 2014
Hader, Landscape Along a Lake, O/B
Est: $1,200 - $2,500
Elmer Stanley Hader (American 1889-1973), landscape along a lake, oil on board, signed lower left, dated 1943, 18" x 24" (view), 27" x 33" (frame). Provenance: From a California estate.
Kaminski Auctions
Feb. 19, 2014
Elmer Stanley Hader (American, 1889-1973)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Elmer Stanley Hader (American, 1889-1973) >West Skoken, New York <br>signed 'Elmer Hader' (lower right); signed again and dated and titled 'Elmer Hader Dec 30th 1956 West Skoken, NY' (on the reverse) >oil on canvasboard <br>18 x 24 in. (45.7 x 61 cm.) >Painted in 1956. <br>
Christie's
Jul. 28, 2013
Elmer Stanley Hader (American, 1889-1973)
Est: $800 - $1,000
Fields and mountains estate-stamped 'Elmer Hader' (lower right) oil on canvas board 18 x 24in
Bonhams
Apr. 14, 2013
Elmer Stanley Hader (American, 1889-1973)
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Fields and mountains estate-stamped 'Elmer Hader' (lower right) oil on canvas board 18 x 24in
Bonhams
Apr. 17, 2012
Elmer Stanley Hader (American 1889 - 1973) oil on
Est: $400 - $700
Elmer Stanley Hader (American 1889 - 1973) oil on board, farm landscape, estate stamp on verso, 24"x18"
Bill Hood & Sons Arts & Antiques Auctions
Jan. 21, 2012
Hader, Still Life, O/B
Est: $500 - $1,000
Elmer Stanley Hader (American, 1889-1973), still life, oil on board, signed lower left, 22" x 18", 27 1/4" x 23".
Kaminski Auctions
Apr. 05, 2011
Elmer Stanley Hader American, 1889-1973 Sunny Afternoon, Fisherman's Wharf, 1917
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Elmer Stanley Hader American, 1889-1973 Sunny Afternoon, Fisherman's Wharf, 1917 Signed Elmer Stanley Hader and dated 17 (ll) Oil on canvas 15 x 18 inches Provenance: Beman Galleries, Nyack, New York Exhibited: Paramus, New Jersey, The Bergen Museum of Art and Sciences, Elmer Stanley Hader: 1889-1973, Painter Rediscovered: A Retrospective Exhibition, May 9-June 18, 1989, no. 21, illus. San Francisco Art Association, Nov. 28-Dec. 12, 1991
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Sep. 17, 2005
Elmer Hader (American 1889-1973), Autumn Mountain Landscape, oil on board, 20 x 24 in
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Elmer Hader (American 1889-1973) Autumn Mountain Landscape Signed Elmer Hader and dated 52 l.r. Oil on board 20 x 24 in (50.8 x 61 cm)
Weschler's
Jun. 08, 2004
Hader Landscape Oil Painting
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Elmer Stanley Hader 1889-1973 Maine Autumn, 1949 signed and dated l/l: Elmer Hader '49 oil on masonite 18 x 24 inches ( 45.7 x 61.0 cm )
Bonhams