Ralph William Holmes Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Ralph William Holmes Art Value Price Guide

Nov. 12, 2024
Ralph William Holmes (1876-1963), "A Bend in the River"
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
Ralph William Holmes (1876-1963) "A Bend in the River" Oil on canvas Signed lower right: Ralph Holmes; titled by repute
John Moran Auctioneers
Jul. 20, 2024
Ralph William Holmes (1876-1963) Winter Church Scene
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Ralph William Holmes (1876-1963) Oil on board, Winter Church Scene, signed lower center "Ralph Holmes" , piece measures 10 x 8 and 13 x 11.5 inches w/ frame. Painter, muralist who helped the Colony artistically in many different ways before he moved permanently to Los Angeles c. 1923. Manager of Cloisters at Morro Beach where he painted murals and hung his paintings. Taught a class in painting, July 1920. “He was, between 1917 and 1923, E. G. Lewis’ staff artist, and his graceful, two-dimensional murals, elegant in line with hints of art nouveau, were displayed in the Colony’s public buildings and finer private homes. An experienced teacher and administrator, he was also involved in architectural planning, Lewis’ many publicity fliers and civic beautification. His oils were reproduced on colony bulletins, magazines and brochures.
Cutler Bay Auctions
Jun. 15, 2024
Ralph William Holmes (1876-1963) San Luis Obispo, CA
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
Ralph William Holmes (1876-1963) Oil on board, winter cityscape with church in San Luis Obispo, CA, signed lower center "Ralph Holmes" , piece measures 10 x 8 and 13 x 11.5 inches w/ frame. Painter, muralist who helped the Colony artistically in many different ways before he moved permanently to Los Angeles c. 1923. Manager of Cloisters at Morro Beach where he painted murals and hung his paintings. Taught a class in painting, July 1920. “He was, between 1917 and 1923, E. G. Lewis’ staff artist, and his graceful, two-dimensional murals, elegant in line with hints of art nouveau, were displayed in the Colony’s public buildings and finer private homes. An experienced teacher and administrator, he was also involved in architectural planning, Lewis’ many publicity fliers and civic beautification. His oils were reproduced on colony bulletins, magazines and brochures.
Cutler Bay Auctions
Jun. 09, 2024
Ralph Holmes (1876-1963): California Landscape
Est: $700 - $1,000
Ralph Holmes 1876-1963 California Landscape oil on canvas signed
Abell Auction
May. 05, 2024
RALPH HOLMES "ALCOTRAZ" PENCIL ON PAPER
Est: -
Ralph William Holmes (1876 - 1963) "Alcotraz" Pencil on Paper. Known as a writer as well as artist and teacher, Ralph Holmes distinguished himself as a mural painter in Pittsburgh and New York before moving to California where he had a long teaching and painting career. He served as art editor and writer for E.G. Lewis's Illustrated Review, was a four-term President of the California Art Club, President of "Art in National Defense", and a member of the Academy of Western Painters. Artist: Ralph Holmes Title: "Alcotraz" Medium: Pencil on Paper Signature Type: Hand Signed Signature Location: Lower Right Site Measurement: 6.5" x 9.5" Image Keywords: Southwestern, Western Artwork, Art; Ref: BD1997
Bradford's
May. 02, 2024
Ralph Holmes Oil on Board Cityscape
Est: $400 - $600
Ralph William Holmes (American, 1876-1963). Oil on board, winter cityscape with church. Signed lower center Ralph Holmes. 9 5/8" x 8 1/4" (with frame 12 7/8" x 11 3/8").
Willow Auction House
Jan. 24, 2024
Ralph William Holmes, 1876-1963, Autumn Landscape
Est: $300 - $500
Ralph William Holmes 1876-1963 Autumn Landscape oil on canvasboard signed lower right
Abell Auction
Dec. 06, 2023
RALPH WILLIAM HOLMES (American, 1876-1963)
Est: $700 - $900
RALPH WILLIAM HOLMES (American, 1876-1963), mountain landscape, oil on canvasboard, signed lower left. Canvasboard 18''h, 20''w.
South Bay Auctions Inc
Oct. 04, 2023
Ralph Holmes (1876-1963), San Jacinto, Oil on canvasboard, 14" H x 19.75" W
Est: $200 - $400
Ralph Holmes (1876-1963) San Jacinto Oil on canvasboard Signed lower right: Ralph Holmes
John Moran Auctioneers
Aug. 06, 2023
Ralph Holmes "Rural Scene" Oil on Canvas
Est: $400 - $600
Ralph William Holmes (American, 1876-1963) "Rural Scene" oil painting on canvas depicting a landscape scene with a log cabin, cows, and sheep grazing in the distance, titled and signed to verso, Wunderly Bros Galleries Pittsburgh label to reverse, housed in a gilt wood frame. Image: 14.5" H x 17" W; frame: 19.5" H x 22.5" W.
Auctions at Showplace
Jul. 11, 2023
Ralph Holmes (1876-1963), San Jacinto, Oil on canvas board, 14" H x 19.75" W
Est: $600 - $800
Ralph Holmes (1876-1963) San Jacinto Oil on canvasboard Signed lower right: Ralph Holmes
John Moran Auctioneers
May. 12, 2023
RALPH WILLIAM HOLMES (AMERICAN, 1876-1963)
Est: $300 - $600
Ralph William Holmes American, 1876-1963 Study of Treetops Oil on board, signed lower right View of a pine tree-dotted mountaintop against an empty, blue sky, gilt framed.
Selkirk Auctioneers & Appraisers
May. 11, 2023
Ralph Holmes (American 1876 - 1963): Four Works
Est: $600 - $800
Ralph Holmes (American 1876 - 1963): Four Works each pencil on paper; each signed to mat; the first: "Road to Lake", sheet: 8 1/2 x 11 in.; the second: untitled (mountain landscape), sheet: 6 3/4 x 8 in.; the third: "Desert Tree", sheet: 7 1/2 x 10 1/4 in.; the fourth: "Wilson Mountain", sight: 5 3/4 x 8 3/4 in.; the first, second, and third taped to mat and not framed; the fourth matted, glazed and framed; the first and third each with artist's address label verso; together with a copy of soft-bound book "Ralph Holmes", James M. Hansen, Santa Barbara, California, 1981
Abell Auction
Apr. 25, 2023
CALIFORNIA PAINTINGS BY RALPH HOLMES, C. 1945
Est: $250 - $400
CALIFORNIA PAINTINGS BY RALPH HOLMES, C. 1945. Comprising three individual works by California artist Ralph Holmes (1876-1963), including a seascape with lighthouse oil on Masonite painting, signed lower right 8 inches x 9.75 inches, unframed. A California mountainous arid landscape, oil on canvas board, inscribed on verso painted by Ralph Homes, 12 inches x 16 inches. And a very finely executed pencil drawing of houses in the California hills, inscribed on back Ralph Holmes, 8.5 inches x 11 inches, unframed. And an oil on canvas portrait of Ralph Holmes by American artist and acquaintance Gilbert Edwin McLaughlin (1915-1987), signed lower right, 18 inches x 14 inches, unframed. SHIPPING NOTICE: Jackson's is your sole and only source for one stop packing and shipping. With over 50 years of experience, our professional, affordable and efficient in-house shipping department will be happy to provide you a fair and reasonable shipping quote on this lot. Simply email us before the auction for a quick quote: shipping@jacksonsauction.com or call 1-800-665-6743. Jackson's can expertly pack and ship to meet any of your needs. To ensure quality control Jackson's DOES NOT release to third party shippers.
Jackson's International
Apr. 22, 2023
Ralph Holmes Monument Valley
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Ralph Holmes (American, 1876-1963) Monument Valley Oil on board Signed RALPH HOLMES, lower right
Larsen Art Auction
Mar. 19, 2023
Ralph Holmes "Rural Scene" Oil on Canvas
Est: $600 - $800
Ralph William Holmes (American, 1876-1963) "Rural Scene" oil on canvas painting depicting a landscape scene with a log cabin, cows and sheep grazing in the distance, titled and signed to verso, Wunderly Bros Galleries Pittsburgh label to reverse, housed in a gilt wood frame. Image: 14.5" H x 17" W; frame: 19.5" H x 22.5" W.
Auctions at Showplace
Mar. 16, 2023
Ralph Holmes (American 1876 - 1963): Four Works
Est: $800 - $1,200
each pencil on paper; each signed to mat; the first: "Road to Lake", sheet: 8 1/2 x 11 in.; the second: untitled (mountain landscape), sheet: 6 3/4 x 8 in.; the third: "Desert Tree", sheet: 7 1/2 x 10 1/4 in.; the fourth: "Wilson Mountain", sight: 5 3/4 x 8 3/4 in.; the first, second, and third taped to mat and not framed; the fourth matted, glazed and framed; the first and third each with artist's address label verso; together with a copy of soft-bound book "Ralph Holmes", James M. Hansen, Santa Barbara, California, 1981
Abell Auction
Mar. 14, 2023
Ralph William Holmes, (1876-1963), "Lost City, Bryce Canyon", Oil on canvas, 24" H x 28" W
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Ralph William Holmes (1876-1963) "Lost City, Bryce Canyon" Oil on canvas Signed lower left: Ralph Holmes; titled on gallery label affixed verso; titled again on label affixed on the frame verso
John Moran Auctioneers
Dec. 04, 2022
RALPH HOLMES "APACHE GRAN DANCERS" GOUACHE ON BOARD
Est: -
Ralph Holmes "Apache Gran Dancer" Gouache on Board. Comes with Heard Museum Guild Indian Arts and Crafts Exhibit tag. Artist: Ralph Holmes Title: "Apache Gran Dancers" Medium: Gouache on Board Signature Type: Hand Signed Signature Location: Lower Right Site Measurement: 9 x 12in Keywords: Native American, Indian Artwork, Art; Ref: BD1771
Bradford's
Nov. 27, 2022
Ralph Holmes oil on board landscape
Est: $1,600 - $2,000
measures 16.75" x 19" signed Lower left
California Auctioneers
Nov. 16, 2022
Ralph William Holmes, (1876-1963), "Lost City, Bryce Canyon", Oil on canvas, 24" H x 28" W
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Ralph William Holmes (1876-1963) "Lost City, Bryce Canyon" Oil on canvas Signed lower left: Ralph Holmes; titled on gallery label affixed verso; titled again on label affixed on the frame verso 24" H x 28" W Provenance: Mitchell Brown, Duncan Gallery, Inc., Santa Fe, NM Christie's, Beverly Hills, CA, "California, Western, and American Paintings," May 3, 2000, Lot 40 The Estate of George David Sturges, acquired from the above
John Moran Auctioneers
Nov. 15, 2022
Ralph William Holmes, (1876-1963), "Dunes and Surf", Oil on board, 18" H x 20" W
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Ralph William Holmes (1876-1963) "Dunes and Surf" Oil on board Signed lower right: Ralph Holmes; titled on a label affixed verso 18" H x 20" W Provenance: Sold: Christie's Beverly Hills, CA, California, Western, and American Paintings May 3, 2000, Lot 143 The Estate of George David Sturges, acquired from the above Notes: This lot includes a 4" H x 5" W color transparency of the painting.
John Moran Auctioneers
Oct. 25, 2022
Ralph Holmes, (1876-1963), Sierra Mountain landscape, Oil on canvas, 24" H x 30" W
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Ralph Holmes (1876-1963) Sierra Mountain landscape Oil on canvas Signed lower right: Ralph Holmes; signed again on the stretcher 24" H x 30" W Exhibitions: Art Exhibition, Loew's State Theatre, Los Angeles, CA, n.d.
John Moran Auctioneers
May. 17, 2022
Ralph Holmes, (1876-1963, San Luis Obispo, CA), Mountain landscape, Oil on canvas board, 16" H x 20" W
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Ralph Holmes (1876-1963, San Luis Obispo, CA) Mountain landscape Oil on canvas board Signed lower right: Ralph Holmes 16" H x 20" W
John Moran Auctioneers
Feb. 03, 2022
Ralph Holmes Western Landscape, O/C
Est: $400 - $600
Ralph Holmes, 1876-1963, California/Illinois, American, Western Landscape, O/C,SLR, 20 x 24, 23 x 27 framed, craquelure throughout.
Barry S. Slosberg Inc
Oct. 22, 2021
RALPH HOLMES (1876-1963) OIL ON CANVAS BOARD
Est: $700 - $900
Ralph William Holmes (1876-1963) An Untitled California Landscape Second quarter of the 20th Century. The view of California foothills (possibly near San Luis Obispo) shrouded in mist is signed lower left. Holmes established himself early as a muralist before moving to California around 1923 to teach and paint there depicting California landscapes and views of the American west for the rest of his life. Board measures 18 x 20 with a framed size of 22.75 x 24.75 inches. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.
Dirk Soulis Auctions
Apr. 29, 2021
RALPH WILLIAM HOLMES (1876 - 1963): GRAND CANYON
Est: $500 - $700
oil on Masonite, signed lower right 16 x 20 inches; 22 x 26 inches frame
Abell Auction
Apr. 02, 2021
Ralph William Holmes (b. 1876) Oil on Canvas
Est: $500 - $1,000
Original western art oil on canvas, desert landsape, "Grand Canyon" SLR Ralph Holmes (b. 1876). Measures approx. 32" x 36" Viewable area measures approx: 27.5" x 32"
Searchlight / Saucon Valley Auctions
Feb. 24, 2021
Ralph William Holmes (American, 1876-1963), Desert landscape, oil on masonite, 16 3/4 x 19 3/4in (42.5 x 50cm)
Est: $300 - $500
Ralph William Holmes 1876-1963) Desert landscape oil on masonite signed lower right RALPH HOLMES 16 3/4 x 19 3/4in (42.5 x 50cm)
Andrew Jones Auctions
Dec. 06, 2020
Ralph William Holmes, Oil on Board, Desert Scene
Est: $300 - $400
Early 20th century American oil on board by Ralph William Holmes (1876-1963). The plein-air oil on board art depicts a California desert landscape scene with mountain views. The art is signed on the lower right. 6" x 8 1/4", framed 12 1/2" x 14 1/2". Provenance: the estate of the late William Hudlow of San Diego, California.
Kaminski Auctions
Sep. 21, 2020
RALPH WILLIAM HOLMES (California/Illinois, 1876-19
Est: $300 - $500
RALPH WILLIAM HOLMES (California/Illinois, 1876-1963) oil on board, Foothills of the Sierras. Signed lower right. Image measures 12" x 16". In a wood frame; 16.75" x 20.75" overall.
O'Gallerie
Sep. 13, 2020
Ralph Holmes, (American, 1876-1963), Utah, oil on canvas laid to board, 18 1/8" x 20 1/8"
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
signed lower right
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Jan. 26, 2020
Ralph Holmes, (1876-1963 San Luis Obispo, CA), "Green Mountains", Oil on canvas, 24" H x 28" W
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Signed lower left: Ralph Holmes, titled on a gallery label affixed to the backing paper
John Moran Auctioneers
Oct. 13, 2019
Ralph Holmes Canyon Landscape Oil on Board
Est: -
Artist: Ralph Holmes Title: Canyon Landscape Medium: Oil on Board Signature Type: Hand Signed Signature Location: Lower Right Site Measurement: 18x20 in Keywords: Landscape Artwork, Art; Ref: BD
Bradford's
Aug. 25, 2019
Ralph Holmes, (1876-1963 San Luis Obispo, CA), Mountain landscape, Oil on canvasboard, 11" H x 14" W
Est: $500 - $700
Ralph Holmes (1876-1963 San Luis Obispo, CA) Mountain landscape Oil on canvasboard Signed lower right: R.W. Holmes 11" H x 14" W
John Moran Auctioneers
Jun. 16, 2019
Painting, Ralph Holmes
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Ralph William Holmes (American, 1876-1963), Mountain Landscape, oil on canvas, signed lower right, canvas: 24"h x 28"w, overall (with frame): 32.5"h x 36"w. Provenance: Estate of Edan Milton Hughes (San Francisco, CA)
Clars Auctions
May. 06, 2019
RALPH WILLIAM HOLMES (California/Illinois, 1876-19
Est: $300 - $500
RALPH WILLIAM HOLMES (California/Illinois, 1876-1963) oil on board, "In The Redwoods," river landscape with forest. Faintly signed lower left. Image measures 12" x 16". In a gilt wood frame; 18" x 22" overall. Complements Lot 14 in this auction.
O'Gallerie
May. 06, 2019
RALPH WILLIAM HOLMES (California/Illinois, 1876-19
Est: $300 - $500
RALPH WILLIAM HOLMES (California/Illinois, 1876-1963) oil on board, valley landscape. Faintly signed lower left. Image measures 12" x 16". In a gilt wood frame; 18" x 22" overall. Complements Lot 51 in this auction.
O'Gallerie
Mar. 24, 2019
Ralph Holmes, (1876-1963 San Luis Obispo, CA), "Bryce Canyon", Oil on masonite, 16" H x 12" W
Est: $700 - $900
Ralph Holmes (1876-1963 San Luis Obispo, CA) "Bryce Canyon" Oil on masonite Signed lower right: Ralph Holmes 16" H x 12" W
John Moran Auctioneers
Sep. 15, 2018
Painting, Ralph William Holmes
Est: $600 - $900
Ralph William Holmes (American, 1876-1963), View of San Luis Obispo, CA, oil on canvas board, signed lower right, overall: 26"h x 29.75"w
Clars Auctions
Aug. 21, 2018
Ralph Holmes, (1876 - 1963 San Luis Obispo, CA), Sycamores in a mountain landscape, Oil on masonite, 20" H x 18" W
Est: $300 - $500
Ralph Holmes (1876 - 1963 San Luis Obispo, CA) Sycamores in a mountain landscape Oil on masonite Signed lower right: Ralph Holmes 20" H x 18" W
John Moran Auctioneers
Jul. 12, 2018
Ralph William Holmes Mountain Landscape Painting
Est: $600 - $1,200
Ralph William Holmes (1876-1963, California / Illinois) mountain landscape, oil on canvas. Signed lower right. Framed. 16 in. H x 20 in. W. Frame: 20 in. H x 24 in. W x 1.15 in. D.
Hughes Auctions
Jun. 19, 2018
Ralph Holmes, (1876 - 1963 San Luis Obispo, CA), Sycamore landscape, Oil on canvasboard, 16" H x 20" W
Est: $700 - $900
Ralph Holmes (1876 - 1963 San Luis Obispo, CA) Sycamore landscape Oil on canvasboard Signed lower right: Ralph Holmes 16" H x 20" W Provenance: Private Collection, Arroyo Grande, CA.
John Moran Auctioneers
Jun. 19, 2018
Ralph Holmes, (1876 - 1963 San Luis Obispo, CA), Cowboy in a mountain landscape, Oil on board, 24" H x 28" W
Est: $400 - $600
Ralph Holmes (1876 - 1963 San Luis Obispo, CA) Cowboy in a mountain landscape Oil on board Signed lower right: Ralph Holmes 24" H x 28" W Provenance: Private Collection, Beverly Hills, CA.
John Moran Auctioneers
Jun. 02, 2018
RALPH HOLMES (1876 - 1963)
Est: $100 - $200
Framed pencil drawing. "Landscape". Artwork: 7 1/2 x 10 inches. Frame: 18 x 22 inches.
Turner Auctions + Appraisals
May. 22, 2018
Ralph Holmes, (1876 - 1963 San Luis Obispo, CA), Rolling hills, Oil on masonite, 18" H x 20" W
Est: $600 - $800
Ralph Holmes (1876 - 1963 San Luis Obispo, CA) Rolling hills Oil on masonite Signed lower right: Ralph Holmes 18" H x 20" W Provenance: Private Collection, Fullerton, CA. Exhibitions: Muckenthaler Cultural Center Foundation, Fullerton, CA, "The California Scene: Plein Air Paintings of the Golden State", January 14 - February 18, 2001.
John Moran Auctioneers
Mar. 12, 2018
Ralph Holmes, (1876 - 1963 San Luis Obispo, CA), "The Little Orchard", Oil on board, 8" H x 10" W
Est: $700 - $900
Ralph Holmes (1876 - 1963 San Luis Obispo, CA) "The Little Orchard" Oil on board Signed lower left: Ralph Holmes, signed again and titled verso 8" H x 10" W Provenance: Private Collection, Mansfield, TX. Notes: Framed size: 13" H x 15" W x 1.5" D.
John Moran Auctioneers
Feb. 26, 2018
o/c by California artist Ralph Holmes
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Oil on canvas "mountain landscape" by California artist Ralph Holmes (1876-1963), 19.3"x23.2"
International Auction Gallery