Vladimir Fuka Hervert Sold at Auction Prices

b. 1926 - d. 1977

Vladimir Fuka Hervert (1926-1977) was Czechoslovakian-born American artist known for his children’s book illustrations. Fuka illustrated for Macmillan, McGraw-Hill, and Doubleday. He was the author of “Imaginary Portraits,” a series of drawings and collages inspired by his favorite artists and writers. When he defected from Czechsolovakia in 1966, his works were removed from the Prague Gallery of Modern Art and pulled from the Eastern European book market. Fuka was a graduate of the Arts Academy of Prague, and wond first prize at the International Illustration exhibition in Bologna, Italy in 1965.

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  • Fuka Vladimir (CZECH, 1926-1977) - From Dejvice
    Nov. 27, 2023

    Fuka Vladimir (CZECH, 1926-1977) - From Dejvice

    Est: -

    From Dejvice

    Einszwei Gallery
  • Signed Vladimir Fuka Hervrt, Two Miniatures of Paris Street Scenes. Watercolor, Gouache & Pencil on Paper
    Nov. 13, 2022

    Signed Vladimir Fuka Hervrt, Two Miniatures of Paris Street Scenes. Watercolor, Gouache & Pencil on Paper

    Est: $100 - $300

    Signed Vladimir Fuka Hervrt, Two Miniatures of Paris Street Scenes. Watercolor, Gouache & Pencil on Paper Valdimir Fuka Hervert (Czech/American, 1926-1977). Two miniature paintings depicting paris street views, one being place picalle. Watercolor & gouache painting with pencil on paper. The larger is signed upper upper right, Fuka Hervert. The smaller signed with initials FH upper left.  Hervert was czechoslovakian-born american artist known for his children's book illustrations. He illustrated for macmillan, mcGraw-hill, and doubleday. He was the author of 'Imaginary Portraits', a series of drawings and collages inspired by his favorite artists and writers. When he defected from czechsolovakia in 1966, his works were removed from the prague gallery of modern art and pulled from the eastern european book market. Fuka was a graduate of the arts academy of prague, and won first prize at the international illustration exhibition in bologna, italy in 1965.

    Collective Hudson, LLC
  • VLADIMIR FUKA, Czech (1926-1977), "Ricercar," 1974, mixed media on board, 18 1/2 x 26 1/8 inches (sight)
    Jun. 23, 2022

    VLADIMIR FUKA, Czech (1926-1977), "Ricercar," 1974, mixed media on board, 18 1/2 x 26 1/8 inches (sight)

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    VLADIMIR FUKA Czech, (1926-1977) "Ricercar," 1974 mixed media on board signed upper left "Fuka 74"

    Shannon's
  • VLADIMIR FUKA, Czech (1926-1977), "Rondo," 1974, mixed media on board, 18 1/4 x 26 1/4 inches (sight)
    Jun. 23, 2022

    VLADIMIR FUKA, Czech (1926-1977), "Rondo," 1974, mixed media on board, 18 1/4 x 26 1/4 inches (sight)

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    VLADIMIR FUKA Czech, (1926-1977) "Rondo," 1974 mixed media on board signed and dated lower center "Fuka 74"

    Shannon's
  • VLADIMIR FUKA HERVERT (1926-1977) WATERCOLOR
    Apr. 26, 2022

    VLADIMIR FUKA HERVERT (1926-1977) WATERCOLOR

    Est: $300 - $500

    Watercolor and pen abstract, signed Fuka '71 lower right, dedicated "For Blanka!" lower left. With label verso giving artist name, date, and title of "Labyrinth." Dimensions: (Overall) H 8" x W 9.25", (Sight) H 4.75" x W 6" Condition: Some foxing to frame tape. Toning to paper.

    Westport Auction
  • VLADIMIR FUKA - UNTITLED (GRID IN BROWN, BEIGE, BLACK)
    Mar. 17, 2022

    VLADIMIR FUKA - UNTITLED (GRID IN BROWN, BEIGE, BLACK)

    Est: $2,000 - $4,000

    Lot 37 Vladimir Fuka Czech (1926-1977) Untitled (Grid in Brown, Beige, Black) (1968) mixed media on wood panel signed bottom center 18 x 18 x 1 inches Provenance: from a private New York collection

    Capsule Gallery Auction
  • VLADIMIR FUKA - UNTITLED (ABSTRACT IN RED, WHITE, BROWN, AND BLUE)
    Mar. 17, 2022

    VLADIMIR FUKA - UNTITLED (ABSTRACT IN RED, WHITE, BROWN, AND BLUE)

    Est: $2,000 - $4,000

    Lot 20 Vladimir Fuka Czech (1926-1977) Untitled (Abstract in Red, White, Brown, and Blue) (1972) mixed media on board mounted to wood roundel signed lower right Provenance: from a private New York collection

    Capsule Gallery Auction
  • VLADIMÍR FUKA 1926 - 1977 - NINE DRAWINGS
    Dec. 14, 2021

    VLADIMÍR FUKA 1926 - 1977 - NINE DRAWINGS

    Est: -

    Drawings by Vladimír Fuka can represent both illustrations and drawing diary entries, which he secretly drew in a drawer. His drawings reflect the era of communist totalitarianism and harsh censorship. It evokes despair, irony and depression. They capture both the horrors of war - such as the dropping of a nuclear bomb on Nagasaki and Hiroshima, and a landscape of constant surveillance or a landscape that is more of a cemetery or concentration camp. The size of one drawing is given. Technique: Ink, paper, Signed: Unsigned

    Arthouse Hejtmánek
  • VLADIMIR FUKA HERVERT DESERT SCENE 1973
    Feb. 06, 2021

    VLADIMIR FUKA HERVERT DESERT SCENE 1973

    Est: $400 - $600

    Vladimir Fuka Hervert (1926-1977) was Czechoslovakian-born American artist known for his children’s book illustrations. Fuka illustrated for Macmillan, McGraw-Hill, and Doubleday. He was the author of “Imaginary Portraits,” a series of drawings and collages inspired by his favorite artists and writers. When he defected from Czechsolovakia in 1966, his works were removed from the Prague Gallery of Modern Art and pulled from the Eastern European book market. Fuka was a graduate of the Arts Academy of Prague, and wond first prize at the International Illustration exhibition in Bologna, Italy in 1965. Measurements: 14"x11 1/8"

    Mark Lawson Antiques, Inc.
  • VLADIMIR FUKA HERVERT ABSTRACT WATERCOLOR PAINTING
    Feb. 06, 2021

    VLADIMIR FUKA HERVERT ABSTRACT WATERCOLOR PAINTING

    Est: $200 - $300

    Vladimir Fuka Hervert (1926-1977) was Czechoslovakian-born American artist known for his children’s book illustrations. Fuka illustrated for Macmillan, McGraw-Hill, and Doubleday. He was the author of “Imaginary Portraits,” a series of drawings and collages inspired by his favorite artists and writers. When he defected from Czechsolovakia in 1966, his works were removed from the Prague Gallery of Modern Art and pulled from the Eastern European book market. Fuka was a graduate of the Arts Academy of Prague, and wond first prize at the International Illustration exhibition in Bologna, Italy in 1965. Measurements: Sight: 7 5/8" x 8 5/8" Frame: 12 1/8" x 13" x 1/4"

    Mark Lawson Antiques, Inc.
  • VLADIMIR FUKA (1926-1977). LATERNA MAGIKA PRAHA. 1963. 32x22 inches, 81x57 cm.
    May. 25, 2017

    VLADIMIR FUKA (1926-1977). LATERNA MAGIKA PRAHA. 1963. 32x22 inches, 81x57 cm.

    Est: $500 - $750

    VLADIMIR FUKA (1926-1977) LATERNA MAGIKA PRAHA. 1963. 32x22 3/4 inches, 81 1/4x57 3/4 cm. Condition A: repaired pin holes in corners.

    Swann Auction Galleries
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