James Archibald Houston Sold at Auction Prices

Painter, b. 1921 - d. 2005

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        • James Archibald Houston, OC, FRSA (1921-2005), BAFFIN WOMAN FISHING, 1955
          Jul. 11, 2024

          James Archibald Houston, OC, FRSA (1921-2005), BAFFIN WOMAN FISHING, 1955

          Est: $400 - $600

          James Archibald Houston, OC, FRSA (1921-2005), Canadian BAFFIN WOMAN FISHING, 1955 signed in Roman and syllabics; titled; dated "55" Estimate: $400—600 CAD

          Waddington's
        • James A. Houston Northern Fisherman Lithograph
          Jun. 29, 2024

          James A. Houston Northern Fisherman Lithograph

          Est: $50 - $15,000

          James Archibald Houston (Canadian, 1921-2005) Northern Fisherman Lithograph on Paper ed. 112/150. Signed, titled and numbered in pencil. Paper measures 16.5 inches H x 13.5 W, frame measures 25.75 x 24 inches W

          Kavanagh Auctions
        • James Archibald Houston, OC, FRSA (1921-2005), OSHAWEETOK (SIC) A., CA. 1955
          May. 29, 2024

          James Archibald Houston, OC, FRSA (1921-2005), OSHAWEETOK (SIC) A., CA. 1955

          Est: $300 - $500

          James Archibald Houston, OC, FRSA (1921-2005), Canadian OSHAWEETOK (SIC) A., CA. 1955 drawing, signed and titled; also inscribed "W. Baffin carver" Estimate: $300—500

          Waddington's
        • James Archibald Houston, OC, FRSA (1921-2005), PAUTA WITH CARVING, 1958
          May. 29, 2024

          James Archibald Houston, OC, FRSA (1921-2005), PAUTA WITH CARVING, 1958

          Est: $400 - $600

          James Archibald Houston, OC, FRSA (1921-2005), Canadian PAUTA WITH CARVING, 1958 ink on paper, signed, titled and dated; also inscribed "Cape Dorset / West Baffin Island" Estimate: $400—600

          Waddington's
        • James Archibald Houston, OC, FRSA (1921-2005), UNTITLED (OWL AND OWLETS), CA. 1959
          May. 29, 2024

          James Archibald Houston, OC, FRSA (1921-2005), UNTITLED (OWL AND OWLETS), CA. 1959

          Est: $1,000 - $1,500

          James Archibald Houston, OC, FRSA (1921-2005), Canadian UNTITLED (OWL AND OWLETS), CA. 1959 linoleum print block Estimate: $1,000—1,500

          Waddington's
        • James Archibald Houston, OC, FRSA (1921-2005), UNTITLED (FIGURE SITTING), CA. 1959
          May. 29, 2024

          James Archibald Houston, OC, FRSA (1921-2005), UNTITLED (FIGURE SITTING), CA. 1959

          Est: $1,000 - $2,000

          James Archibald Houston, OC, FRSA (1921-2005), Canadian UNTITLED (FIGURE SITTING), CA. 1959 linoleum and fibre-board print block Estimate: $1,000—2,000

          Waddington's
        • Steuben Crystal James Houston Arctic Voyage Statue
          Oct. 25, 2023

          Steuben Crystal James Houston Arctic Voyage Statue

          Est: $2,000 - $4,000

          A Steuben crystal limited edition engraved sculpture by artist James Houston (1921-2005). Titled, "Arctic Voyage". A Modernist art glass work depicting a thick iceberg form and an engraved sailing vessel from the Age of Exploration. Signed with edition number 5 of 50 at bottom rim. Accompanied with original presentation case. Dimensions: 5.5 X 10 X 2.5 in. Condition: Good overall condition having average surface wear. Moderate losses to leather surface of box with storage wear to edges and corners of case. Estate fresh to the market. Shipping: Hill Auction Gallery does not offer in-house shipping for this item. Gallery will refer third party shippers for all domestic and international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request.

          Hill Auction Gallery
        • Steuben Crystal James Houston Loon Lake Sculpture
          Oct. 25, 2023

          Steuben Crystal James Houston Loon Lake Sculpture

          Est: $1,000 - $3,000

          A Steuben crystal limited edition engraved sculpture by artist James Houston (1921-2005). Titled, "Loon Lake," produced circa 2006. An oblong Modernist art glass work depicting a pair of waterborne loon birds, under a starry moonlit sky. Signed with edition number 27 of 50 at bottom rim. Accompanied with original presentation case. Dimensions: 5.5 X 8.5 X 2 in. Condition: Good overall condition having average surface wear. Surface wear to box with some storage wear to edges and corners of case. Estate fresh to the market. Shipping: Hill Auction Gallery does not offer in-house shipping for this item. Gallery will refer third party shippers for all domestic and international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request.

          Hill Auction Gallery
        • Steuben Crystal James Houston Fisherman Sculpture
          Oct. 25, 2023

          Steuben Crystal James Houston Fisherman Sculpture

          Est: $1,500 - $3,000

          A Steuben crystal limited edition figurine statue. Titled, "Haida Fisherman," produced circa 2008 by artist James Houston (1921-2005). A Modernist work depicting a Native Alaskan Eskimo figure fishing in a boat, and fish, within a crystal flame formation. Signed with edition number 5 of 50 at bottom rim. Accompanied with original presentation case. Dimensions: 9 X 5 X 3.5 in. Condition: Good overall condition having average surface wear. Moderate losses to leather surface of box with storage wear to edges and corners of case. Estate fresh to the market. Shipping: Hill Auction Gallery does not offer in-house shipping for this item. Gallery will refer third party shippers for all domestic and international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request.

          Hill Auction Gallery
        • Steuben Crystal James Houston Native Fisher Statue
          Oct. 25, 2023

          Steuben Crystal James Houston Native Fisher Statue

          Est: $1,000 - $3,000

          A rare Steuben crystal figurine statue by artist James Houston (1921-2005). Titled, "Arctic Fisherman." A Modernist work depicting a thick iceberg form with a rhodium plated sterling silver figure of a Native Alaskan Eskimo holding a fishing spear, and swimming fish etched into the clear glass below. Signed to bottom. Accompanied with original presentation box. Dimensions: 6.5 X 6 X 2.5 in. Condition: Good overall condition having average surface wear. Mild storage wear to box. Estate fresh to the market. Shipping: Hill Auction Gallery does not offer in-house shipping for this item. Gallery will refer third party shippers for all domestic and international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request.

          Hill Auction Gallery
        • Steuben Crystal James Houston Modernist Sculpture
          Oct. 25, 2023

          Steuben Crystal James Houston Modernist Sculpture

          Est: $1,500 - $3,000

          A Steuben crystal limited edition engraved sculpture by artist James Houston (1921-2005). Titled, "African Twilight," produced 2010. A Modernist art glass work with a curving upright crystal plaque depicting an engraved African Giraffe, stretching to eat from a tree, under stars and a full moon. Signed with edition number 34 of 50 to bottom rim. Accompanied with original presentation case. Dimensions: 10 X 5.5 X 2 in. Condition: Good overall condition with average surface wear. Box having storage wear with losses to the leather exterior lining. Estate fresh to the market. Shipping: Hill Auction Gallery does not offer in-house shipping for this item. Gallery will refer third party shippers for all domestic and international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request.

          Hill Auction Gallery
        • Steuben Crystal James Houston Modernist Snipe Bowl
          Oct. 25, 2023

          Steuben Crystal James Houston Modernist Snipe Bowl

          Est: $3,000 - $6,000

          A Steuben crystal engraved centerpiece bowl by artist James Houston (1921-2005). Titled, "Snipe Bowl." An engraved Modernist art glass work with a curving rim depicting snipe birds in flight, over a wetlands landscape. Signed to bottom rim. Comes with original presentation case. Dimensions: 6 X 10.5 X 8 in. Condition: Good overall condition having average surface wear. Box having mild storage wear to edges and corners. Estate fresh to the market. Shipping: Hill Auction Gallery does not offer in-house shipping for this item. Gallery will refer third party shippers for all domestic and international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request.

          Hill Auction Gallery
        • Inuit Carved Seal (First Quarter 20th Century)
          Jun. 22, 2023

          Inuit Carved Seal (First Quarter 20th Century)

          Est: $100 - $500

          Seal. Carved soapstone. An Inuit disc number (a forced human numbering system imposed on the Inuit people by the Canadian government) is carved into the base. Provenance: James Archibald Houston (Naturalist - Artist, 1921 - 2005) to the family of Judith Skoogfors-Prip (Artist-Educator, 1934 - 2022).

          Vallot Auctioneers
        • James Archibald Houston (American, 1921-2005)
          Jun. 22, 2023

          James Archibald Houston (American, 1921-2005)

          Est: $100 - $300

          "Thistle." Cast in 18K gold vermeil. Circa 1967. 4 1/2" x 4 x 3". Provenance: Estate of Judith Skoogfors-Prip (Artist-Educator, 1934 - 2022); John Axel Prip (Artist-Metalsmith, 1922 - 2009); Olaf Skoogfors (Artist-Metalsmith, 1930 - 1975). Note: James Archibald Houston was a relation of the Prip-Skoogfors family.

          Vallot Auctioneers
        • James A. Houston for Steuben, Crystal Salmon, 1975
          Oct. 16, 2022

          James A. Houston for Steuben, Crystal Salmon, 1975

          Est: $200 - $400

          James Archibald Houston (Canadian 1921 - 1995) for Steuben Glass, a large crystal salmon, (designed 1975) depicting a salmon in motion. 15" L (approx)

          Auctions at Showplace
        • DAVID BRAUER (American 1943-2020) A PHOTO COLLAGE WITH LETTER AND PHOTO PRINT, "Breakfast with Richard Stout and James Magee," HOUSTON, MAY 15, 2005,
          Nov. 13, 2021

          DAVID BRAUER (American 1943-2020) A PHOTO COLLAGE WITH LETTER AND PHOTO PRINT, "Breakfast with Richard Stout and James Magee," HOUSTON, MAY 15, 2005,

          Est: $75 - $150

          DAVID BRAUER (American 1943-2020) A PHOTO COLLAGE WITH LETTER AND PHOTO PRINT, "Breakfast with Richard Stout and James Magee," HOUSTON, MAY 15, 2005, comprising a photo collage with accompanying letter of thanks from Richard Stout and a photo print of the collage, verso the sitters identified on paper labels. (2) 7 1/2" x 9 1/2" Note: Richard Stout (American/Texas 1934-2020)James Magee (American/Texas b. 1946)Facsimile of the note on Richard Stout's letterhead: David, Thank you for the photo of Magee and me. It will join other friends on the wall of my dressing room. Soon I will call you to see if you, and perhaps Ian Edwards, would visit to look and talk about my most recent paintings. Thanks for the photos, superely put together and framed. Richard." Postmarked January 19, 2012. Provenance: Estate of David E. Brauer, Houston, Texas.

          Houston Auction Company
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) SKETCH OF A WOMAN Chalk on paper: 8 1/2 x 9 1/2 in. (sight)
          Aug. 10, 2021

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) SKETCH OF A WOMAN Chalk on paper: 8 1/2 x 9 1/2 in. (sight)

          Est: $50 - $100

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) SKETCH OF A WOMAN Chalk on paper: 8 1/2 x 9 1/2 in. (sight) Framed; lower right signed: Houston Note: James Archibald Houston (1921-2005) was a friend of the Houghtons and introduced them to the Inuit art. Houston was credited "as the person who brought Inuit artwork, particularly their ancient art of stone carving, to the attention of collectors and museums, and it was Houston who introduced Inuit to the art of printmaking. Because of his efforts, the Inuits had prosperity and the outside world had new forms of art. He was also an author, film maker, designer, painter, and for 40 years, a designer for Steuben/Corning Glass for whom he created more than 120 pieces." (https://www.askart.com/artist_bio/James_Archibald_Houston/126425/James_Archibald_Houston.aspx) Provenance: Estate of Nina Rodale Houghton, wife of the late Arthur A. Houghton, President of The Metropolitan Museum of Art Carmichael Farm, Queenstown, Maryland

          Potomack Company
        • GROUP OF THREE STEUBEN CRYSTAL ANIMAL FIGURINES
          Jul. 18, 2021

          GROUP OF THREE STEUBEN CRYSTAL ANIMAL FIGURINES

          Est: $600 - $800

          Steuben (American), last half 20th century. Group of three colorless leaded glass figurines comprising a sea lion with ball (James A. Houston (Canadian, 1921-2005) designer, introduced 1965, shape 8150); a duck (Lloyd D. Atkins (American, 1922-2002) designer, introduced 1950, shape 8009); and a snail (David Hills (American, active at Steuben 1948-1952) designer, introduced 1953/1954, shape 7982). All signed "Steuben" to the underside. Approx. of the sea lion, h. 7.5", w. 5", d. 6.5".

          Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) SKETCH OF A WOMAN Chalk on paper: 8 1/2 x 9 1/2 in. (sight)
          May. 19, 2021

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) SKETCH OF A WOMAN Chalk on paper: 8 1/2 x 9 1/2 in. (sight)

          Est: $100 - $200

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) SKETCH OF A WOMAN Chalk on paper: 8 1/2 x 9 1/2 in. (sight) Framed; lower right signed: Houston Note: James Archibald Houston (1921-2005) was a friend of the Houghtons and introduced them to the Inuit art. Houston was credited "as the person who brought Inuit artwork, particularly their ancient art of stone carving, to the attention of collectors and museums, and it was Houston who introduced Inuit to the art of printmaking. Because of his efforts, the Inuits had prosperity and the outside world had new forms of art. He was also an author, film maker, designer, painter, and for 40 years, a designer for Steuben/Corning Glass for whom he created more than 120 pieces." (https://www.askart.com/artist_bio/James_Archibald_Houston/126425/James_Archibald_Houston.aspx) Provenance: Estate of Nina Rodale Houghton, wife of the late Arthur A. Houghton, President of The Metropolitan Museum of Art Carmichael Farm, Queenstown, Maryland

          Potomack Company
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) SKETCH OF A WOMAN Chalk on paper: 8 1/2 x 9 1/2 in. (sight)
          Apr. 22, 2021

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) SKETCH OF A WOMAN Chalk on paper: 8 1/2 x 9 1/2 in. (sight)

          Est: $100 - $200

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) SKETCH OF A WOMAN Chalk on paper: 8 1/2 x 9 1/2 in. (sight) Framed; lower right signed: Houston Note: James Archibald Houston (1921-2005) was a friend of the Houghtons and introduced them to the Inuit art. Houston was credited "as the person who brought Inuit artwork, particularly their ancient art of stone carving, to the attention of collectors and museums, and it was Houston who introduced Inuit to the art of printmaking. Because of his efforts, the Inuits had prosperity and the outside world had new forms of art. He was also an author, film maker, designer, painter, and for 40 years, a designer for Steuben/Corning Glass for whom he created more than 120 pieces." (https://www.askart.com/artist_bio/James_Archibald_Houston/126425/James_Archibald_Houston.aspx) Provenance: Estate of Nina Rodale Houghton, wife of the late Arthur A. Houghton, President of The Metropolitan Museum of Art Carmichael Farm, Queenstown, Maryland

          Potomack Company
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) NUDE STUDY PARIS Ink and chalk on paper: 17 x 11 1/2 in. (sight)
          Apr. 22, 2021

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) NUDE STUDY PARIS Ink and chalk on paper: 17 x 11 1/2 in. (sight)

          Est: $100 - $200

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) NUDE STUDY PARIS Ink and chalk on paper: 17 x 11 1/2 in. (sight) Framed; lower center signed: Houston Note: James Archibald Houston (1921-2005) was a friend of the Houghtons and introduced them to the Inuit art. Houston was credited "as the person who brought Inuit artwork, particularly their ancient art of stone carving, to the attention of collectors and museums, and it was Houston who introduced Inuit to the art of printmaking. Because of his efforts, the Inuits had prosperity and the outside world had new forms of art. He was also an author, film maker, designer, painter, and for 40 years, a designer for Steuben/Corning Glass for whom he created more than 120 pieces." (https://www.askart.com/artist_bio/James_Archibald_Houston/126425/James_Archibald_Houston.aspx) Provenance: Estate of Nina Rodale Houghton, wife of the late Arthur A. Houghton, President of The Metropolitan Museum of Art Carmichael Farm, Queenstown, Maryland

          Potomack Company
        • Steuben Crystal Mushroom w/ 18K Butterfly
          Feb. 10, 2021

          Steuben Crystal Mushroom w/ 18K Butterfly

          Est: $500 - $700

          James Houston (American, 1921-2005) for Steuben, United States. Crystal mushroom mounted with an 18K gold butterfly, ca. 1960s. The cap of the mushroom is molded with interior air bubbles, creating a whimsical toadstool effect. Incised mark "Steuben" along the underside. With fitted Steuben presentation box. Crystal; height: 3 3/4 in x diameter: 4 in. Case; height: 5 1/4 in x width: 5 7/8 in x depth: 5 7/8 in.

          Revere Auctions
        • Steuben Crystal 18K Heart w/ Key Paperweight
          Feb. 10, 2021

          Steuben Crystal 18K Heart w/ Key Paperweight

          Est: $1,000 - $1,500

          James Houston (American, 1921-2005) for Steuben, United States. Crystal heart paperweight with 18K gold key and escutcheon, ca. 1970s. Incised mark "Steuben" along the underside of the paperweight. The key is impressed "18K." With fitted Steuben box. Crystal; height: 1 1/2 in x width: 3 3/4 in x depth: 4 1/2 in. Case; height: 3 1/2 in x width: 7 1/2 in x depth: 7 1/2 in.

          Revere Auctions
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON , Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Three unframed works:, 1) Inscribed lower right "Tukiasuk in from a Hunt '54 W. Baffin J. Houston". Pastel and chalk on paper, sheet size 8" x 11.75". 2) Inscribed
          Jan. 08, 2021

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON , Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Three unframed works:, 1) Inscribed lower right "Tukiasuk in from a Hunt '54 W. Baffin J. Houston". Pastel and chalk on paper, sheet size 8" x 11.75". 2) Inscribed

          Est: $150 - $200

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005 Three unframed works: 1) Inscribed lower right "Tukiasuk in from a Hunt '54 W. Baffin J. Houston". Pastel and chalk on paper, sheet size 8" x 11.75". 2) Inscribed lower right "Dog Team Problem Kingnait W. Baffin J. Houston 1951". Watercolor and ink on paper, sheet size 11" x 14". 3) Inscribed lower left "Kiaksuk '57 Cape Dorset NWT J. Houston SDT". Watercolor and charcoal, sheet size 11.5" x 8.25".

          Eldred's
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) SKETCH OF A WOMAN Chalk on paper: 8 1/2 x 9 1/2 in. (sight)
          Oct. 22, 2020

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) SKETCH OF A WOMAN Chalk on paper: 8 1/2 x 9 1/2 in. (sight)

          Est: $100 - $200

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) SKETCH OF A WOMAN Chalk on paper: 8 1/2 x 9 1/2 in. (sight) Framed; lower right signed: Houston Note: James Archibald Houston (1921-2005) was a friend of the Houghtons and introduced them to the Inuit art. Houston was credited "as the person who brought Inuit artwork, particularly their ancient art of stone carving, to the attention of collectors and museums, and it was Houston who introduced Inuit to the art of printmaking. Because of his efforts, the Inuits had prosperity and the outside world had new forms of art. He was also an author, film maker, designer, painter, and for 40 years, a designer for Steuben/Corning Glass for whom he created more than 120 pieces." (https://www.askart.com/artist_bio/James_Archibald_Houston/126425/James_Archibald_Houston.aspx) Provenance: Estate of Nina Rodale Houghton, wife of the late Arthur A. Houghton, President of The Metropolitan Museum of Art Carmichael Farm, Queenstown, Maryland

          Potomack Company
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) PINGWAK, HOUSTON'S CAT, 1972 Colored pencil on paper: 7 1/2 x 9 1/2 in. (sight)
          Oct. 22, 2020

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) PINGWAK, HOUSTON'S CAT, 1972 Colored pencil on paper: 7 1/2 x 9 1/2 in. (sight)

          Est: $100 - $200

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) PINGWAK, HOUSTON'S CAT, 1972 Colored pencil on paper: 7 1/2 x 9 1/2 in. (sight) Framed; lower right: Pingwak 1972/ Houston's Cat/ Escoheag RI Note: James Archibald Houston (1921-2005) was a friend of the Houghtons and introduced them to the Inuit art. Houston was credited "as the person who brought Inuit artwork, particularly their ancient art of stone carving, to the attention of collectors and museums, and it was Houston who introduced Inuit to the art of printmaking. Because of his efforts, the Inuits had prosperity and the outside world had new forms of art. He was also an author, film maker, designer, painter, and for 40 years, a designer for Steuben/Corning Glass for whom he created more than 120 pieces." (https://www.askart.com/artist_bio/James_Archibald_Houston/126425/James_Archibald_Houston.aspx) Provenance: Estate of Nina Rodale Houghton, wife of the late Arthur A. Houghton, President of The Metropolitan Museum of Art Carmichael Farm, Queenstown, Maryland

          Potomack Company
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) NUDE STUDY PARIS Ink and chalk on paper: 17 x 11 1/2 in. (sight)
          Oct. 22, 2020

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) NUDE STUDY PARIS Ink and chalk on paper: 17 x 11 1/2 in. (sight)

          Est: $100 - $200

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) NUDE STUDY PARIS Ink and chalk on paper: 17 x 11 1/2 in. (sight) Framed; lower center signed: Houston Note: James Archibald Houston (1921-2005) was a friend of the Houghtons and introduced them to the Inuit art. Houston was credited "as the person who brought Inuit artwork, particularly their ancient art of stone carving, to the attention of collectors and museums, and it was Houston who introduced Inuit to the art of printmaking. Because of his efforts, the Inuits had prosperity and the outside world had new forms of art. He was also an author, film maker, designer, painter, and for 40 years, a designer for Steuben/Corning Glass for whom he created more than 120 pieces." (https://www.askart.com/artist_bio/James_Archibald_Houston/126425/James_Archibald_Houston.aspx) Provenance: Estate of Nina Rodale Houghton, wife of the late Arthur A. Houghton, President of The Metropolitan Museum of Art Carmichael Farm, Queenstown, Maryland

          Potomack Company
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) TERN AT BOCA GRANDE Gouache: 6 1/2 x 10 1/2 in. (sight)
          Oct. 22, 2020

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) TERN AT BOCA GRANDE Gouache: 6 1/2 x 10 1/2 in. (sight)

          Est: $100 - $200

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) TERN AT BOCA GRANDE Gouache: 6 1/2 x 10 1/2 in. (sight) Framed; lower left: Tern at Boca Grande/ Florida J Houston SAT?/ For Arthur and Nina Houghton Note: James Archibald Houston (1921-2005) was a friend of the Houghtons and introduced them to the Inuit art. Houston was credited "as the person who brought Inuit artwork, particularly their ancient art of stone carving, to the attention of collectors and museums, and it was Houston who introduced Inuit to the art of printmaking. Because of his efforts, the Inuits had prosperity and the outside world had new forms of art. He was also an author, film maker, designer, painter, and for 40 years, a designer for Steuben/Corning Glass for whom he created more than 120 pieces." (https://www.askart.com/artist_bio/James_Archibald_Houston/126425/James_Archibald_Houston.aspx) Provenance: Estate of Nina Rodale Houghton, wife of the late Arthur A. Houghton, President of The Metropolitan Museum of Art Carmichael Farm, Queenstown, Maryland

          Potomack Company
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) NIVIAKSIAK Woodcut: 14 x 10 3/4 in. (sight)
          Oct. 22, 2020

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) NIVIAKSIAK Woodcut: 14 x 10 3/4 in. (sight)

          Est: $150 - $300

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON (CANADIAN, 1921-2005) NIVIAKSIAK Woodcut: 14 x 10 3/4 in. (sight) Framed; lower left inscribed: NIVIAKSIAK; lower center inscribed: Woodcut 30/1; lower right inscribed and signed: Cape Moret Baffin 15. 59 J Houston Note: James Archibald Houston (1921-2005) was a friend of the Houghtons and introduced them to the Inuit art. Houston was credited "as the person who brought Inuit artwork, particularly their ancient art of stone carving, to the attention of collectors and museums, and it was Houston who introduced Inuit to the art of printmaking. Because of his efforts, the Inuits had prosperity and the outside world had new forms of art. He was also an author, film maker, designer, painter, and for 40 years, a designer for Steuben/Corning Glass for whom he created more than 120 pieces." (https://www.askart.com/artist_bio/James_Archibald_Houston/126425/James_Archibald_Houston.aspx) Provenance: Estate of Nina Rodale Houghton, wife of the late Arthur A. Houghton, President of The Metropolitan Museum of Art Carmichael Farm, Queenstown, Maryland

          Potomack Company
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Four works:
          Oct. 22, 2020

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Four works:

          Est: $150 - $250

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005 Four works: 1) Inscribed lower right "Peter, Camp Boss at [illegible] West Baffin Is. J. Houston SDT 1953". Charcoal and chalk on paper, sheet size 9.75" x 10.25". Unframed. 2) Inscribed lower right "Kipirnik Kingmerok NWT March 1951 Good Carver". Pencil on paper, sheet size 12" x 9". Unframed. 3) Inscribed lower right "Inukjuakjuk Kingnait '51 NWT J. Houston". Crayon on paper, sheet size 8.5" x 7.5". Unframed. 4) Inscribed lower left "Kabubawak W. Baffin Is. '57 J. Houston SDT". Pencil on paper, 8" x 6.5" sight. Framed 14" x 12.25".

          Eldred's
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, "Drum Dancer, Ennadai Lake December 1955"., Chalk on paper, 18.5" x 20.5" si...
          Oct. 08, 2020

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, "Drum Dancer, Ennadai Lake December 1955"., Chalk on paper, 18.5" x 20.5" si...

          Est: $150 - $250

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005 "Drum Dancer, Ennadai Lake December 1955". Signed lower right "Houston". Titled lower right. Chalk on paper, 18.5" x 20.5" sight. Framed 30" x 32".

          Eldred's
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Three unframed works:
          Aug. 19, 2020

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Three unframed works:

          Est: $400 - $600

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005 Three unframed works: 1) Inscribed lower right "Tukiasuk in from a Hunt '54 W. Baffin J. Houston". Pastel and chalk on paper, sheet size 8" x 11.75". 2) Inscribed lower right "Dog Team Problem Kingnait W. Baffin J. Houston 1951". Watercolor and ink on paper, sheet size 11" x 14". 3) Inscribed lower left "Kiaksuk '57 Cape Dorset NWT J. Houston SDT". Watercolor and charcoal, sheet size 11.5" x 8.25".

          Eldred's
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, "Drum Dancer, Ennadai Lake December 1955"., Chalk on paper, 18.5" x 20.5" si...
          Jul. 31, 2020

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, "Drum Dancer, Ennadai Lake December 1955"., Chalk on paper, 18.5" x 20.5" si...

          Est: $500 - $1,000

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005 "Drum Dancer, Ennadai Lake December 1955". Signed lower right "Houston". Titled lower right. Chalk on paper, 18.5" x 20.5" sight. Framed 30" x 32".

          Eldred's
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Four unframed works:
          Jul. 17, 2020

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Four unframed works:

          Est: $350 - $450

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005 Four unframed works: 1) Inscribed lower left "Niajah & Son Ennadia Lake NWT January 9th 1955 J. Houston SDT". Pen and ink on paper, sheet size 9" x 11.75". 2) Inscribed lower left "Eaeidia mother in an igloo nursing J. Houston". Ink and pastel on paper, sheet size 8.5" x 6.75". 3) Inscribed lower left "Houston Tira SDT West Baffin Is. 1953". Watercolor and charcoal on paper, sheet size 11" x 7.75". 4) Inscribed lower left "Inukjuak '50 J. Houston". Sepia ink on paper, 6" x 4.75" sight. Matted.

          Eldred's
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Four unframed works:
          Jul. 17, 2020

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Four unframed works:

          Est: $300 - $500

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005 Four unframed works: 1) Inscribed lower right "Kuyw Kingnait W. Baffin J. Houston 1952". Charcoal and pastel on paper, sheet size 8.5" x 12". 2) Inscribed lower right "Inukjuak J. Houston". Watercolor on paper, sheet size 11.25" x 8.75". 3) Inscribed lower right "Annie Inukjuak East Coast H3 J. Houston '49". Pencil and sepia ink on paper, sheet size 15" x 9". 4) Inscribed lower edge "Eskimo Girl #62/150 Litho. Baffin Island J. Houston". Lithograph, sheet size 19.75" x 17.5".

          Eldred's
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Five unframed works:
          Jul. 17, 2020

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Five unframed works:

          Est: $400 - $600

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005 Five unframed works: 1) Inscribed lower right "Mother with child on her back pack trekking inland south of Baker Lake NWT 1955 Summer J. Houston SDT". Ink and pencil on paper, sheet size 9.75" x 8.5". 2) "Inscribed lower right "Baffin woman J. Houston SDT '56". Charcoal and pastel on paper, sheet size 8.25" x 5.75". 3) Inscribed lower left "Uksualik Baffin woman 1957 J. Houston SDT". Charcoal on paper, sheet size 8.75" x 6.5". 4) Inscribed lower left "Sharni W. Baffin Is. J. Houston '52". Graphite on paper, sheet size 11.5" x 9". 5) Inscribed lower right "Sharni Houston Cape Dorset '52". Crayon on paper, sheet size 8" x 5.25".

          Eldred's
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Three works:
          Jul. 17, 2020

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Three works:

          Est: $400 - $600

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005 Three works: 1) Inscribed lower left "West Baffin Is. Ikeraksak '52 J. Houston". Watercolor on paper, 8.5" x 5.5" sight. Framed 13.5" x 10.25". 2) Inscribed lower left "J. Houston Baffin Is. NWT '53". Watercolor and charcoal on paper, 6.75" x 8" sight. Framed 13.25" x 14.25". 3) Inscribed lower right "On the Ice W. Baffin J. Houston 1952". Pencil on paper, sheet size 10.5" x 7.25". Framed 18.25" x 14.25".

          Eldred's
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Four portraits:
          Jul. 17, 2020

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Four portraits:

          Est: $300 - $500

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005 Four portraits: 1) Inscribed lower right "Peter, Camp Boss at [illegible] West Baffin Is. J. Houston SDT 1953". Charcoal and chalk on paper, sheet size 9.75" x 10.25". Unframed. 2) Inscribed lower right "Kipirnik Kingmerok NWT March 1951 Good Carver". Pencil on paper, sheet size 12" x 9". Unframed. 3) Inscribed lower right "Inukjuakjuk Kingnait '51 NWT J. Houston". Crayon on paper, sheet size 8.5" x 7.5". Unframed. 4) Inscribed lower left "Kabubawak W. Baffin Is. '57 J. Houston SDT". Pencil on paper, 8" x 6.5" sight. Framed 14" x 12.25".

          Eldred's
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Two unframed works:
          Jun. 25, 2020

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Two unframed works:

          Est: $300 - $500

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005 Two unframed works: 1) Inscribed center right "Bowhead Whale and Young Davis Strait J. Houston '81". Chalk and pastel on paper, sheet size 8.5" x 11". 2) Inscribed lower left "Bird Cliffs Murre Digges Island NWT Aug. '90 Houston SDT". Chalk and pastel on paper, sheet size 10" x 10".

          Eldred's
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Three unframed works:
          Jun. 25, 2020

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Three unframed works:

          Est: $400 - $600

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005 Three unframed works: 1) Inscribed lower center "Drum Dancer Ennadia '55 J. Houston SDT". Crayon on paper, sheet size 8.5" x 7.75". 2) Inscribed lower left " Drum Dancer Owlagut Ennadai Lake NWT Jan. 1955 J. Houston SDT". Ink, pastel and chalk on paper, sheet size 11.5" x 8". 3) Inscribed lower left "Ennadai Lake 1955 NWT Houston SDT". Watercolor and crayon on paper, sheet size 11" x 8".

          Eldred's
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Three unframed works:
          Jun. 25, 2020

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Three unframed works:

          Est: $400 - $600

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005 Three unframed works: 1) Inscribed lower right "Tukiasuk in from a Hunt '54 W. Baffin J. Houston". Pastel and chalk on paper, sheet size 8" x 11.75". 2) Inscribed lower right "Dog Team Problem Kingnait W. Baffin J. Houston 1951". Watercolor and ink on paper, sheet size 11" x 14". 3) Inscribed lower left "Kiaksuk '57 Cape Dorset NWT J. Houston SDT". Watercolor and charcoal, sheet size 11.5" x 8.25".

          Eldred's
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Four works:
          Jun. 25, 2020

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Four works:

          Est: $300 - $500

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005 Four works: 1) Standing man. Signed lower right. Pastel and chalk on paper, 5.75" x 4" sight. Framed 11.5" x 9.5". 2) Inscribed lower right "Neepeesha 1953 Dorset Houston SDT". Pencil on paper, sheet size 14" x 11". Unframed. 3) Inscribed lower right "Kokianiaktilliak Kingnait W. Baffin Houston". Pen and ink on ruled paper, sheet size 9" x 7". Unframed. 4) Inscribed lower left "Houston SDT Igloolik '59". Ink, pastel and chalk on paper, sheet size 12" x 9". Unframed.

          Eldred's
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Two works featuring wolves:, Chalk and pencils on paper, the largest 7.25" x...
          Jun. 04, 2020

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, Two works featuring wolves:, Chalk and pencils on paper, the largest 7.25" x...

          Est: $250 - $350

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005 Two works featuring wolves: "Tig the Strongest" and "Timber Wolf". Signed lower right and left "J. Houston". Chalk and pencils on paper, the largest 7.25" x 10" sight. Framed 14.5" x 17".

          Eldred's
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, "Print Maker Studies the Work Next Morning 1959"., Chalk and pencil on paper...
          Jun. 04, 2020

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, "Print Maker Studies the Work Next Morning 1959"., Chalk and pencil on paper...

          Est: $250 - $350

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005 "Print Maker Studies the Work Next Morning 1959". Titled and dated lower left. Signed lower center "J. Houston". Chalk and pencil on paper, 9.5" x 7.25" sight. Framed 14.5" x 12".

          Eldred's
        • JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, A reclining female nude., Chalk on paper, 11.25" x 15.25" sight. Framed 19"...
          Jun. 04, 2020

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON, Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005, A reclining female nude., Chalk on paper, 11.25" x 15.25" sight. Framed 19"...

          Est: $200 - $300

          JAMES ARCHIBALD HOUSTON Connecticut/Canada, 1921-2005 A reclining female nude. Inscribed lower left "Paris Acedemie Houston SDT". Chalk on paper, 11.25" x 15.25" sight. Framed 19" x 24".

          Eldred's
        • STEUBEN JAMES HOUSTON CRYSTAL OTTER FIGURE
          Feb. 16, 2020

          STEUBEN JAMES HOUSTON CRYSTAL OTTER FIGURE

          Est: $100 - $200

          Steuben art glass crystal animal figure, Otter, designed by James Archibald Houston (1921-2005), engraved signature underfoot, approx 4.25"h, 8.5"l, 2.75lbs Start Price: $80.00

          Austin Auction Gallery
        • STEUBEN JAMES HOUSTON CRYSTAL TROUT & FLY
          Feb. 16, 2020

          STEUBEN JAMES HOUSTON CRYSTAL TROUT & FLY

          Est: $200 - $400

          Steuben art glass crystal animal figure, Trout & Fly, designed by James Archibald Houston (1921-2005), engraved signature underfoot, housed in fitted presentation box, figure: approx 8.5"h, 6.25"w, 2.5"d, box: approx 6.5"h, 11.5"w, 9.75"d; 7.5lbs total Start Price: $150.00

          Austin Auction Gallery
        • JAMES HOUSTON (CANADIAN 1921-2005) A CLEAR CRYSTAL AND 18K YELLOW GOLD SCULPTURE: "TROUT AND FLY," MODEL 1002, FOR STEUBEN GLASSWORKS, CORNING, NEW YORK, DESIGNED 1966,
          Feb. 10, 2019

          JAMES HOUSTON (CANADIAN 1921-2005) A CLEAR CRYSTAL AND 18K YELLOW GOLD SCULPTURE: "TROUT AND FLY," MODEL 1002, FOR STEUBEN GLASSWORKS, CORNING, NEW YORK, DESIGNED 1966,

          Est: $800 - $1,200

          JAMES HOUSTON (CANADIAN 1921-2005) A CLEAR CRYSTAL AND 18K YELLOW GOLD SCULPTURE: "TROUT AND FLY," MODEL 1002, FOR STEUBEN GLASSWORKS, CORNING, NEW YORK, DESIGNED 1966, realistically modeled as a freshwater trout leaping upwards to catch the golden fly at his mouth, with controlled air bubbles through the body, engraved "Steuben" on verso. Height: 7 1/2" Width: 6 3/4" Depth: 3 1/4" NOTE: illustrated page 130, Mary Jean Madigan, "Steuben Glass: An American Tradition in Crystal," New York, Harry N. Abrams, 1982 This piece was included in the retrospective of James Houston's work for Steuben held at their New York gallery in 1987

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