Ken Kelly Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Ken Kelly Art Value Price Guide

Jul. 26, 2024
Ken Kelly & Luis Royo Hard Cover Art Books
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Each Had The Original Jacket Flaps. Measures Approximately 12” X 11.5”. Please Preview And / Or Review Photos For Condition Considerations. Kt20310 Ka
EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Feb. 14, 2024
Ken Kelly Cricket Reflections five decades of cricket photographs hardback book. Good condition. All
Est: £8 - £10
Ken Kelly Cricket Reflections five decades of cricket photographs hardback book. Good condition. All autographs come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99
Chaucer Auctions
Sep. 10, 2023
KEN KELLY (WA) ABSTRACT OIL ON CANVAS
Est: $150 - $250
"Hold", 1990. Signed, titled, and dated to the reverse. Good condition with a few expected fine drying cracks. Unframed. 18" x 15".
District Auction
Mar. 25, 2023
Ken Kelly oil and acrylic
Est: $300 - $500
Ken Kelly (American 1955- ) ''Ping'' oil and acrylic on canvas wrapped around wood panel, 1993, signed, titled and dated in pencil verso. 16 x 12''
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Feb. 06, 2022
Ken Kelly (NY,CT,b 1946) oil painting
Est: $2,000 - $2,600
ARTIST: Ken Kelly (New York, Connecticut, born 1946) NAME: Blonde and Black Lace MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. No visible inpaint under UV light. SIGHT SIZE: 24 x 15 inches / 60 x 38 cm FRAME SIZE: 26 x 17 inches / 66 x 43 cm SIGNATURE: lower left SKU#: 118877 US Shipping $75 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Ken Kelly, an illustrator of heroic fantasies including dragons, sexy nudes and huges muscle-bound figures, was born in 1946 in New London, Connecticut, and grew up on neighboring Long Island, New York. As a child, he watched his "Uncle," well-known fantasy illustrator, Frank Frazetta (married to Kelly's cousin), draw during family gatherings.Following graduation from high school, Kelly joined the Marines for four years, from 1964-1968, illustrating "The Gitmo Gazette" magazine while stationed in Cuba. Returning to New York City, Kelly went to Frazetta in his studio, who suggested Kelly study with him in preparation for a commercial art career. Soon thereafter, he received his first commission, from Warren's "Vampirella Magazine". His painting, titled, "The Lurking Terror", featured a woman whose terrified face didn't satisfy Frazetta, to whom Kelly showed the painting, and Frazetta re-painted it. Throughout 1968, Kelly continued to work for Warren, as well as for "Skywald" magazine.In 1969, Kelly began his work with book covers, including, over the years, paintings for Robert Adam's Horse Clan novels and books by Robert E. Howard. Kelly has also done extensive work for toy manufacturers, and record album covers for groups including KISS.Kelly paints in oil, with an average size of 30" by 40",although his Kingdom of the Knights is 60" by 40".
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Nov. 14, 2021
Ken Kelly (WA) Giant Abstract Oil on Canvas
Est: $300 - $600
"Change", 1987. Abstract dot pattern on pale ground. Signed on reverse and dated. Greg Kucera Gallery label to reverse. Intended to fold. Paint cracked at fold. Stretcher bars split and loose- evidence of attempted reconstruction. 119" x 96" For freight or shipping quotes email: store4869@theupsstore.com or call. Number provided in auction description.
District Auction
Nov. 14, 2021
Ken Kelly (WA) Abstract Oil on Canvas Diptych
Est: $300 - $600
"Toulouse", 1987. Abstract in heavy paint with areas of thick impasto on pair stretched canvas panels. Signed, titled, and dated to the reverse of right panel. Panels attached with bolts. 78" x 48" x 1.75" each panel. For freight or shipping quotes email: store4869@theupsstore.com or call. Number provided in auction description.
District Auction
Nov. 14, 2021
Ken Kelly (NY,CT,b 1946) oil painting
Est: $2,100 - $2,700
ARTIST: Ken Kelly (New York, Connecticut, born 1946) NAME: Blonde and Black Lace MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. No visible inpaint under UV light. SIGHT SIZE: 24 x 15 inches / 60 x 38 cm FRAME SIZE: 26 x 17 inches / 66 x 43 cm SIGNATURE: lower left SKU#: 118877 US Shipping $75 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Ken Kelly, an illustrator of heroic fantasies including dragons, sexy nudes and huges muscle-bound figures, was born in 1946 in New London, Connecticut, and grew up on neighboring Long Island, New York. As a child, he watched his "Uncle," well-known fantasy illustrator, Frank Frazetta (married to Kelly's cousin), draw during family gatherings.Following graduation from high school, Kelly joined the Marines for four years, from 1964-1968, illustrating "The Gitmo Gazette" magazine while stationed in Cuba. Returning to New York City, Kelly went to Frazetta in his studio, who suggested Kelly study with him in preparation for a commercial art career. Soon thereafter, he received his first commission, from Warren's "Vampirella Magazine". His painting, titled, "The Lurking Terror", featured a woman whose terrified face didn't satisfy Frazetta, to whom Kelly showed the painting, and Frazetta re-painted it. Throughout 1968, Kelly continued to work for Warren, as well as for "Skywald" magazine.In 1969, Kelly began his work with book covers, including, over the years, paintings for Robert Adam's Horse Clan novels and books by Robert E. Howard. Kelly has also done extensive work for toy manufacturers, and record album covers for groups including KISS.Kelly paints in oil, with an average size of 30" by 40",although his Kingdom of the Knights is 60" by 40".
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Aug. 07, 2021
Ken Kelly (NY,CT,b 1946) oil painting
Est: $2,100 - $2,700
ARTIST: Ken Kelly (New York, Connecticut, born 1946) NAME: Blonde and Black Lace MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. No visible inpaint under UV light. SIGHT SIZE: 24 x 15 inches / 60 x 38 cm FRAME SIZE: 26 x 17 inches / 66 x 43 cm SIGNATURE: lower left SKU#: 118877 US Shipping $75 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Ken Kelly, an illustrator of heroic fantasies including dragons, sexy nudes and huges muscle-bound figures, was born in 1946 in New London, Connecticut, and grew up on neighboring Long Island, New York. As a child, he watched his "Uncle," well-known fantasy illustrator, Frank Frazetta (married to Kelly's cousin), draw during family gatherings.Following graduation from high school, Kelly joined the Marines for four years, from 1964-1968, illustrating "The Gitmo Gazette" magazine while stationed in Cuba. Returning to New York City, Kelly went to Frazetta in his studio, who suggested Kelly study with him in preparation for a commercial art career. Soon thereafter, he received his first commission, from Warren's "Vampirella Magazine". His painting, titled, "The Lurking Terror", featured a woman whose terrified face didn't satisfy Frazetta, to whom Kelly showed the painting, and Frazetta re-painted it. Throughout 1968, Kelly continued to work for Warren, as well as for "Skywald" magazine.In 1969, Kelly began his work with book covers, including, over the years, paintings for Robert Adam's Horse Clan novels and books by Robert E. Howard. Kelly has also done extensive work for toy manufacturers, and record album covers for groups including KISS.Kelly paints in oil, with an average size of 30" by 40",although his Kingdom of the Knights is 60" by 40".
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jan. 28, 2021
KEN KELLY (1946- ) "Flight to Opar."
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
KEN KELLY (1946- ) "Flight to Opar." Preliminary Cover Sketch for the book of the same name by Phillip Jose Farmer (Daw Books, 1976). Mixed media sketch on tracing paper. 302x420 mm; 12x16 1/2 inches, image/sheet, mounted to 19x15-inch board. Signed in lower left image. Matted and framed to 22x18 inches. Provenance: Heritage Auctions, December 21, 2008, lot 12726); thence to private collection of a numismatist.
Swann Auction Galleries
Nov. 12, 2020
Mattel "Wedding Party Midge Gift Set", with Barbie, Kelly, Midge, Alan, Todd, Ken
Est: $60 - $100
Mattel "Wedding Party Midge Gift Set", with Barbie, Kelly, Midge, Alan, Todd, Ken
Lawsons
Jul. 30, 2016
Ken Kelly "Chamber of Illusions" oil painting.
Est: $25,000 - $30,000
71. Ken Kelly “Chamber of Illusions” oil painting. (1977) Accomplished in oils on 30 x 40 in. canvas board. Offered here is one of Kelly’s finest and most memorable paintings created for the cover of R.E. Howard’s Conan adventure People of the Black Circle. Perfect in every respect. We see stairs to the far left, and a central magical glowing orb. Conan battles dark warriors, with two already dispatched by his hand. He prepares to slay the last warrior, but there will be trouble with this one. Moody coloring of greens and red throughout. A huge, imposing, and important Kelly work. Signed lower right, “K. Kelly ‘77”. Exhibiting minor scuffs in the staircase at left, and around perimeter edges. Otherwise in fine condition. $25,000 - $30,000
Profiles in History
Jul. 27, 2014
Ken Kelly (American, b. 1955)
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Ken Kelly (American, b. 1955), "Yarn", oil and acrylic on canvas, signed, titled and dated en verso, verso stretcher with a "Greg Kucera Gallery" label, 48" x 42". Provenance: Greg Kucera Gallery, Seattle, Washington.
New Orleans Auction Galleries
Jul. 31, 2013
KEN KELLY (American, b. 1946) Players of Gor, paperback
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
KEN KELLY (American, b. 1946) Players of Gor, paperback cover, 1984 Oil on board 31.5 x 22.5 in. Initialed lower center This painting was published as the paperback for Players of Gor (#20 in the series) by John Norman, Daw Books, 1984.
Heritage Auctions
Jul. 31, 2013
KEN KELLY (American, b. 1946) Flight To Opar, paperback
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
KEN KELLY (American, b. 1946) Flight To Opar, paperback cover, 1982 Acrylic on board 35 x 22 in. Monogrammed lower left Published first as the paperback cover for Daw Books #UE1718, Flight To Opar by Phillip Jose Farmer,1982- this a later printing Daw Books #475, with this new Kelly cover. It was also published as the cover of the French edition of Marauders of Gor (Les Maraudeurs De Gor) by John Norman, circa 1995. "I had fun painting this one, the scantily dressed lass with her hero ready to take on anyone and have fun doing it. The pillar was the anchor for the figures." -Ken Kelly
Heritage Auctions
Sep. 19, 2011
KEN KELLY MIXED MEDIA ON WOOD PANEL (Washington,
Est: $500 - $700
KEN KELLY MIXED MEDIA ON WOOD PANEL (Washington, born 1955) titled "Key," an abstract symmetrical design with oil and resin. Image measures 42" x 30", dated 1995. With paper label from the Pulliam Deffenbaugh Gallery on verso. Set in a wood frame.
O'Gallerie
Feb. 25, 2011
Ken Kelly Kingdom of the Knights Painting Original Art
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Ken Kelly Kingdom of the Knights Painting Original Art (1989). Two valiant knights and their winged steeds stand their ground against several savage dragons in this large oil on board painting by Ken Kelly. This popular image has been printed as a poster and a trading card, and it is one of Kelly's largest paintings, with an approximate size of 40" x 30". Framed and in Excellent condition. Signed by the artist at the lower right.
Heritage Auctions
Nov. 19, 2010
Ken Kelly Kingdom of the Knights Painting Original Art
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Ken Kelly Kingdom of the Knights Painting Original Art (1989). Two valiant knights and their steed stand their ground against a pair of savage dragons in this large oil on board painting by Ken Kelly. This popular image has been printed as a poster and a trading card, and it is one of Kelly's largest paintings, with an approximate size of 40" x 30". Framed and in Excellent condition. Signed by the artist at the lower right.
Heritage Auctions
Aug. 06, 2010
Ken Kelly Preliminary Book Cover Study Original Art (un
Est: $110 - $1,000,000
Ken Kelly Preliminary Book Cover Study Original Art (undated). Throughout a career spanning over 30 years, Ken Kelly has garnered an international reputation as a master painter of sword and sorcery/heroic fantasy. Kelly's work is synonymous with dynamic illustrations that transport the viewer to exotic, enchanted locales and primal battlefields. Kelly creates a vivid image of a deadly duel in this preliminary oil sketch, most likely for a book cover. The art measures 14" x 19" and the piece has been matted to an overall size of 18" x 23". There is some paint loss at the lower left; otherwise, this piece is in Good condition.
Heritage Auctions
May. 06, 2010
Kelly, Ken - Creepy #43 cover
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
KEN KELLY (American, b. 1946) Creepy #43 cover, January 1972 Oil on board 19.5 x 14.5 in. Signed lower right This illustration appeared on the cover of Creepy #43, Warren Publishing, 1972. "You can't escape the mark of Satan's Claw." A copy of the magazine is included with this lot.
Heritage Auctions
May. 06, 2010
Kelly, Ken - Trails in Darkness, paperback cover
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
KEN KELLY (American, b. 1946) Trails in Darkness, paperback cover, 1996 Oil on board 38 x 22.5 in. Signed lower right A copy of the paperback is included with this lot.
Heritage Auctions
Nov. 20, 2009
Ken Kelly, Looming Menace
Est: ¥200,000 - ¥300,000
acrylic on board, painted in 1992, signed (lower left), framed, this work is the original paperbook cover illustration for 'Conan the Rogue' by John Maddox Roberts, Tom Doherty Associates Books, New York, 1991
Mallet Auction
Oct. 27, 2009
KEN KELLY (American, b. 1946) Warrior and Maiden,
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
KEN KELLY (American, b. 1946) Warrior and Maiden, paperback cover, 1980 Oil on board 30 x 19 in. Signed lower right
Heritage Auctions
Oct. 15, 2008
KEN KELLY (American b.1946) Conan and the Emerald
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
KEN KELLY (American b.1946) Conan and the Emerald Lotus, paperback cover, 1996 Oil on masonite 40.5 x 24 in. Signed lower left This piece appeared as the cover scene for John C. Hocking's novel, based on the Robert E. Howard immortal character, Conan and the Emerald Lotus, Tor Books, 1999. "One wizard is bad -- two are a disaster. After refusing to help the evil wizard Ethram-Fal, Conan has been cursed with a spell that is slowly, inexorably squeezing the life from his mighty frame. The only one who can banish the spell is the sorceress Zelandra, a raven-haired beauty who practices only white magic -- or so she says. Zelandra has offered to lift the spell from the Cimmerian, if only he will do her one service -- steal the deadly Emerald Lotus from the clutches of Ethram-Fal in his impregnable desert fortress." From the Frank Collection.
Heritage Auctions
Oct. 15, 2008
KEN KELLY (American b.1946) The Gods in Darkness,
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
KEN KELLY (American b.1946) The Gods in Darkness, paperback cover, 2002 Oil on board 39.5 x 28 in. Signed lower left Karl Edward Wagner's character, Kane, is shown in all his axe-wielding glory for the cover of the novel, The Gods in Darkness, Nightshade Books, 2002. This piece was also used on the LP album cover for the Rock band Fathom on their album, Celtic Rocks, where the axe Kane is wielding was replaced with a banjo. The band also based many merchandised items on this image, such as shirts, bags, and even drink coasters. The piece has been framed to an overall size of 36"" x 48"". The art is in Excellent condition.
Heritage Auctions
Oct. 15, 2008
KEN KELLY (American b.1946) You Startled Me,
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
KEN KELLY (American b.1946) You Startled Me, Darling Acrylic on board 10 x 8 in. Signed lower right
Heritage Auctions