Roger Kuntz Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Roger Kuntz Art Value Price Guide

Dec. 05, 2024
3pc Roger Kuntz Ink and Watercolor Drawings
Est: $300 - $600
3pc Roger Kuntz (1926-1975 California) Ink and Watercolor Drawings. Includes ''Whistlestop: Outside Sketch'' 1979 watercolor 13''x10'' sight, 19.5''x16'' framed. ''Untitled'' (Street Scene) ink on paper 9.5''x11'' sight, 14.5''x16'' framed. ''New Baby'' ink on paper 9''x16'' sight, 14''x21'' framed (some creasing). Overall excellent condition. Not examined outside of framing.
MBA Seattle Auction LLC
Nov. 19, 2024
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975), "Morning Interior #4," circa 1955
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975) "Morning Interior #4," circa 1955 Oil on canvas Signed in the lower corner of the right edge: Kuntz; titled in pencil on the stretcher
John Moran Auctioneers
Nov. 19, 2024
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975), "Beach Porch II," circa 1960
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975) "Beach Porch II," circa 1960 Oil on canvas Signed lower left corner: Kuntz; titled in pencil, and inscribed with black marker "RK13," both on the stretcher
John Moran Auctioneers
Nov. 12, 2024
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975), "Plaza" (Mexico)
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975) "Plaza" (Mexico) Oil on canvas Signed upper left: Kuntz; titled on two labels affixed to the frame, verso
John Moran Auctioneers
Nov. 12, 2024
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975), "Mitla, Oaxaca"
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975) "Mitla, Oaxaca" Oil on canvas Signed lower right: Kuntz; titled in pencil, possibly in another hand, on a label affixed to the upper portion of the stretcher
John Moran Auctioneers
Nov. 12, 2024
Roger Edward Kuntz (1926-1975, American), "Mitla, Mexico"
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975) "Mitla, Mexico" Oil on canvas Signed lower right: Kuntz; titled verso
John Moran Auctioneers
Nov. 12, 2024
Roger Edward Kuntz (1926-1975, American), Village square
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975) Village square (Puerto Vallerta) Oil on canvas Signed lower right: Kuntz
John Moran Auctioneers
Nov. 06, 2024
Roger Edward Kuntz (1926-1976): Still Life (Tablescape)
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Roger Edward Kuntz 1926-1976 Still Life (Tablescape) oil on canvas signed lower left
Abell Auction
May. 07, 2024
Roger Edward Kuntz (1926-1975), California fishing reef sunset
Est: $4,000 - $7,000
Roger Edward Kuntz (1926-1975) California fishing reef sunset Oil on canvas Signed upper right: Kuntz
John Moran Auctioneers
Apr. 23, 2024
Roger Edward Kuntz (1926-1975, American), "Mitla, Mexico"
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Roger Edward Kuntz (1926-1975, American) "Mitla, Mexico" Oil on canvas Signed lower right: Kuntz; titled verso
John Moran Auctioneers
Apr. 23, 2024
Roger Edward Kuntz (1926-1975, American), Village square
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Roger Edward Kuntz (1926-1975, American) Village square (Puerto Vallerta) Oil on canvas Signed lower right: Kuntz
John Moran Auctioneers
Apr. 17, 2024
ROGER KUNTZ (1926-1975) Concrete Diagonal (aka Concrete Diagonals) from the Freeway Series, 1962
Est: $30,000 - $50,000
ROGER KUNTZ (1926-1975) Concrete Diagonal (aka Concrete Diagonals) from the Freeway Series, 1962 signed 'KUNTZ' (lower right) oil on canvas 40 x 40 in. 101.6 x 101.6 cm.
Bonhams
Apr. 16, 2024
Roger Edward Kuntz (1926-1975), Two works: Interior scene and Church exterior
Est: $400 - $600
Roger Edward Kuntz (1926-1975) Two works: Interior scene Ink on paper Signed lower right: Kuntz Sight: 17" H x 21.5" W Church exterior Charcoal on paper Signed lower right: Kuntz Sight: 17.5" H x 23" W
John Moran Auctioneers
Jan. 27, 2024
ROGER KUNTZ (AMERICAN 1926-1975)
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
ROGER KUNTZ (AMERICAN 1926-1975) The Top of the World oil on canvas 101.5 x 122.3 cm (40 x 48 1/8 in.); framed dimensions: 103 x 124 cm (40 1/2 x 48 7/8 in.) signed along lower edge CONDITION Observed in frame, the work is in good condition, some surface grime, a scratch along the right edge. The frame is loose. No other visible issues to report. Not inspected under UV light, to request inspection, please email info@shapiroauctions.com 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
Nov. 14, 2023
Roger Edward Kuntz (1926-1975), "Laguna Main Beach, Hotel & Old Houses" Oil on canvas, 41" H x 46" W
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Roger Edward Kuntz (1926-1975) "Laguna Main Beach, Hotel & Old Houses" Oil on canvas Signed lower right: Kuntz; titled in pencil on the stretcher
John Moran Auctioneers
Feb. 07, 2023
Roger Edward Kuntz (1926-1975) Coastal Scene 18 x 24 in. framed 18 3/4 x 24 3/4 in.
Est: $800 - $1,200
Roger Edward Kuntz (1926-1975) Coastal Scene signed 'Kuntz' (lower left) oil on canvas 18 x 24 in. framed 18 3/4 x 24 3/4 in.
Bonhams
Feb. 07, 2023
Roger Edward Kuntz (1926-1975) Coastal Ranch 30 x 40 in. 31 x 41 in.
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Roger Edward Kuntz (1926-1975) Coastal Ranch signed 'Kuntz' (lower left) oil on canvas 30 x 40 in. 31 x 41 in.
Bonhams
Feb. 07, 2023
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975) Sant'Angelo Fishermen - Ischia 30 x 40 in. framed 37 1/4 x 47 1/4 in.
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975) Sant'Angelo Fishermen - Ischia signed 'Kuntz' (lower left) and titled (on the stretcher bar) oil on canvas 30 x 40 in. framed 37 1/4 x 47 1/4 in.
Bonhams
Dec. 28, 2022
ROGER KUNTZ ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
(Laguna Beach California 1926 - 1975) Splendid oil on canvas depicting Newport Boatyard. Signed 'Kuntz' LL SIZE: 30 x36" overall 36 x 41". Housed in Cherrywood frame with beaded liner. CONDITION: Very good, no visible touch ups or restorations. Mild surface grime in places. Totally intact paper matting to verso. Not examined out of frame. BIO: Kuntz, considered one of the most accomplished artists, was associated with the Laguna Beach art colony Plein air painters since the early 20th century . Exhibited in museums & art galleries throughout California & East Coast. He studied and taught Art in S. California, unfortunately he took his own life when he was diagnosed with cancer and could no longer paint.
Midnight Sun Antique Auction
Jul. 17, 2022
ROGER KUNTZ ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
(American Laguna Beach 1926-1975) Superb oil on canvas featuring a Classic beach house overlooking the ocean. Signed 'Kuntz' LL. Also comes with gallery label & address affixed to stretcher to verso. SIZE: 30" x 36" overall 31" x 37". See shipping notes. Housed in slender white painted Mid-Century wood frame. CONDITON: Very good overall, no evidence of restorations. Mild surface grime spots in places. Not examined out of frame. BIO: Kuntz, an accomplished and well regarded S. California painter, settled in Laguna Beach. His focus he called 'middle ground' seaching between figurative & non-figurative painting.. His works are innovative & highly acclaimed, many of his paintings are exhibited in museums & Art galleries throughout S. California as well as East Coast. After battling with cancer, he ended his life at the age of 49 by inflicting a gunshot wound to his head.
Midnight Sun Antique Auction
May. 12, 2022
Roger Kuntz (American, 1926-1975) Still life (tablescape) Oil on canvas 37 x 30
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Roger Kuntz (American, 1926-1975) Still life (tablescape) Oil on canvas 37 x 30 inches (94.0 x 76.2 cm) Signed lower right: Roger / Kuntz HID01801242017
Heritage Auctions
Mar. 18, 2022
Roger Edward Kuntz (1926-1975, Texas/California), Three French Cityscapes, c. 1950, serigraphs on paper, one signed lower right, the...
Est: $500 - $900
Roger Edward Kuntz (1926-1975, Texas/California), Three French Cityscapes, c. 1950, serigraphs on paper, one signed lower right, the other signed lower left, and one unsigned, each presented in a gilt frame, the Largest- H.- 11 3/4 in., W.- 15 5/8 in., Framed H.- 22 in., W.- 26 3/8 in. (3 Pcs.) Provenance: Property from a distinguished French Quarter collection, New Orleans, Louisiana.
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Feb. 17, 2022
ROGER EDWARD KUNTZ (1926 - 1975): LADY OF LIGHT
Est: $300 - $400
oil on canvas; unsigned; inscribed to canvas verso "Painting by Roger Kuntz Claremont, Calif, Circa 1956"; Provenance: The Estate of Barbara Beretich, Artist and Collector of Art, Claremont, CA; 18 x 11 inches; 22 x 16 inches frame
Abell Auction
Feb. 03, 2022
ROGER KUNTZ (1926 - 1975): VICTORIAN HOUSE
Est: $3,000 - $4,000
oil on board; signed upper right; Provenance: The Estate of Barbara Beretich, Artist and Collector of Art, Claremont, CA; 27 x 39 inches unframed
Abell Auction
Jan. 27, 2022
Roger Kuntz 'Horses On Laguna Beach' Oil Painting
Est: $3,000 - $4,000
Roger Kuntz, California (1926-1975). Oil on canvas. 'Horses on Laguna Beach'. Signed lower left. 36" H x 40" W, framed 43" x 46". Condition report: good condition with normal wear. Contact AAG for more detailed information if needed. AAG is not responsible for any errors or omissions to any lots. All sales are final and sold as is. This lot cannot be shipped in house. For an instant guaranteed third party shipping quote through Quality Packing and Shipping visit: https://www.qualitypackship.com/abington-copy-1 or contact our other third party shippers.
Abington Auction Gallery
Nov. 23, 2021
Roger Edward Kuntz (1926-1975) Newport Boat Yard 28 x 38in framed 33 x 43in
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
Roger Edward Kuntz (1926-1975) Newport Boat Yard signed 'Kuntz' (lower right) oil on canvas 28 x 38in framed 33 x 43in For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Nov. 16, 2021
Roger Kuntz, (1926-1975, Laguna Beach, CA), Laguna rocky coastal, Oil on canvas, 40" H x 48" W
Est: $8,000 - $10,000
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975, Laguna Beach, CA) Laguna rocky coastal Oil on canvas Signed lower left: Kuntz 40" H x 48" W
John Moran Auctioneers
Aug. 10, 2021
Roger Kuntz, (1926-1975, Laguna Beach, CA), Reclining figure, Oil on canvas, 44" H x 22" W
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975, Laguna Beach, CA) Reclining figure Oil on canvas Signed lower right: Kuntz 44" H x 22" W
John Moran Auctioneers
Aug. 03, 2021
Roger Kuntz, (1926-1975, Laguna Beach, CA), "Puerto Vallarta", Oil on canvas, 24" H x 30" W
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975, Laguna Beach, CA) "Puerto Vallarta" Oil on canvas Signed lower left: Kuntz, titled in pencil on the stretcher 24" H x 30" W
John Moran Auctioneers
Jul. 13, 2021
Roger Kuntz, (1926-1975, Laguna Beach, CA), Resting figure in interior, Oil on canvas, 30" H x 40" W
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975, Laguna Beach, CA) Resting figure in interior Oil on canvas Signed lower right: Kuntz, inscribed on the stretcher: Study #4 / Interior Series #4, other inscriptions are illegible 30" H x 40" W Exhibitions: Los Angeles County Museum, Exposition Park, Los Angeles, CA, S.O. No. 58-973N; Stanford Art Gallery, Stanford University, CA
John Moran Auctioneers
Jun. 09, 2021
Roger Kuntz, (1926-1975, American), "Model posing", Oil on canvas, 40" H x 30" W
Est: $8,000 - $10,000
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975, American) "Model posing" Oil on canvas Signed lower left: Kuntz, titled on the stretcher 40" H x 30" W Notes: Roger Kuntz's background as a realism painter, paired with his found love of abstract expressionism created a springboard for artistic experimentation. He strived to find new ways to portray shape and texture and to convey traditional subject matter in innovative ways. Of his process, Susan M. Anderson of the Laguna Art Museum explains: "Kuntz's work of the late 1950s and early 1960s quintessentially embodied the experimentation, fragmentation, and paradox in American culture of the time." Kuntz spent many years painting urban California scenes, creating abstraction out of iconic cityscapes and portraying the solitude and industrialization of the built environment. Winning the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation grant for painting allowed Kuntz to take a leave of absence from teaching at Scripps Colleague to focus on his artwork. Parallel to his cityscapes, he painted domestic scenes of his living room or bathtubs; both subjects ultimately inspired Kuntz to create series of works. Later in Kuntz's' life, he returned to painting figuratively. The present example, Model Posing, shows the artist's academically trained life drawing skills. He employs a triangular composition often utilized in the history of art and features a bold and unabashed female sitter with a laissez-faire expression. In many of Kuntz's figurative works, he blurs the face to emphasize color and form, however in this instance, the visage is uniquely highlighted.
John Moran Auctioneers
May. 19, 2021
Roger Kuntz, (1926-1975, Laguna Beach, CA), Reclining figure, Oil on canvas, 44" H x 22" W
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975, Laguna Beach, CA) Reclining figure Oil on canvas Signed lower right: Kuntz 44" H x 22" W
John Moran Auctioneers
Apr. 14, 2021
ROGER KUNTZ (1926-1975) Tennis Still Life, circa 1971-72
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
ROGER KUNTZ (1926-1975) Tennis Still Life, circa 1971-72 signed 'Kuntz' (upper left) oil on canvas 20 x 24 in. 50.8 x 61 cm. For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Oct. 18, 2020
ROGER KUNTZ (1926 - 1975): LANDSCAPE
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
oil on canvas signed lower left 24 x 30 inches canvas
Abell Auction
Jan. 26, 2020
Roger Kuntz, (1926-1975 Laguna Beach, CA), "Reclining Figure", Oil on canvas, 30" H x 40" W
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Signed lower left: Kuntz, titled verso
John Moran Auctioneers
Jan. 26, 2020
Roger Kuntz, (1926-1975 Laguna Beach, CA), Cityscape along a river with figures, Oil on cardboard, 21" H x 52.75" W
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
Signed lower left: Roger Kuntz
John Moran Auctioneers
Nov. 19, 2019
Roger Kuntz, (1926-1975 Laguna Beach, CA), Cityscape along a river with figures, Oil on cardboard, 21" H x 52.75" W
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975 Laguna Beach, CA) Cityscape along a river with figures Oil on cardboard Signed lower left: Roger Kuntz 21" H x 52.75" W
John Moran Auctioneers
Nov. 19, 2019
Roger Kuntz, (1926-1975 Laguna Beach, CA), "Reclining Figure", Oil on canvas, 30" H x 40" W
Est: $3,000 - $4,000
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975 Laguna Beach, CA) "Reclining Figure" Oil on canvas Signed lower left: Kuntz, titled verso 30" H x 40" W
John Moran Auctioneers
Sep. 25, 2019
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975)
Est: $18,000 - $25,000
Morning Thoughts, circa 1965 signed 'Kuntz' (lower right); titled and numbered '119 Morning Thoughts' (on the stretcher)oil on canvas24 1/8 x 30 in.61.3 x 76.2 cm.
Bonhams
May. 18, 2019
ROGER KUNTZ (AMERICAN 1926-1975)
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
ROGER KUNTZ (AMERICAN 1926-1975) The Top of the World, oil on canvas 101.5 x 122.3 cm (40 x 48 1/8 in.) signed along lower edge
Shapiro Auctions LLC
May. 08, 2019
ROGER KUNTZ (1926-1975) Concrete Canyon (Study) (from the Freeway series), circa 1962
Est: $25,000 - $35,000
ROGER KUNTZ (1926-1975) Concrete Canyon (Study) (from the Freeway series), circa 1962 signed 'Kuntz' (lower left)oil on canvas30 x 40 in.76.2 x 101.6 cm Provenance: Maureen Murphy Fine Art, MontecitoAcquired directly from the above by the present owner circa 2009
Bonhams
Apr. 16, 2019
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975) Concrete Canyon (Freeway Series) 59 3/4 x 72in
Est: $40,000 - $60,000
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975) Concrete Canyon (Freeway Series) signed 'Kuntz' (lower right)oil on canvas59 3/4 x 72inPainted in 1962. Provenance: Maureen Murphy Fine Arts, Montecito, California.Private collection, Southern California.ExhibitedLaguna Beach, California, Laguna Art Museum, Roger Kuntz: The Shadow Between Representation and Abstraction, March 15 – May 24, 2009.Literature: S.M. Anderson, Roger Kuntz: The Shadow Between Representation and Abstraction, Laguna Beach, Laguna Art Museum, 2009, p. 79, pl. 69 (full color illustration).We are grateful to Patricia Trenton, Ph.D., Independent Art Historian/Curator, for her assistance with this essay.It was quoted that Roger Kuntz was "one of only handful of artists in Los Angeles who achieved national recognition in the early 1960s. He did help advance regional art from Abstract Expressionism and confirmed Southern California as a regional center with a stable artistic tradition." Kuntz's biographer Susan Anderson stated that "in 1960 Roger Kuntz had an epiphany: He discovered, in the spare form of a concrete culvert in Laguna Beach ... 'simultaneity' of the real and abstract." In mid-1961, he began his celebrated Freeway series, "exploring the dynamic shapes of the ramps, pylons, tunnels, and elevated slabs of concrete with their clear patterns of light and dark," completing his freeway series over the course of a year. It was frequently quoted that the closeups and cropping in his paintings were a natural extension of his experimentation with photography.The S-curve of Concrete Canyon looks down on empty pavement from above, with its asphalt river flowing between two high walls; the painting is one that Los Angeles art critic Christopher Knight singled out from the freeways series. This painting demonstrates his artistic ability to work with light and dark and provide additional movement without the inclusion of pedestrians and vehicles. Sadly, Kuntz developed a debilitating form of cancer at age 46 and died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound three years later. Roger Kuntz, born in Texas and reared at Lomaland, the Theosophical Society in Point Loma, San Diego was a Zen-Buddhist. His upbringing undoubtedly contributed to his unique talent.
Bonhams
Jan. 26, 2019
ROGER KUNTZ (AMERICAN 1926-1975)
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
ROGER KUNTZ (AMERICAN 1926-1975) The Top of the World, oil on canvas 101.5 x 122.3 cm (40 x 48 1/8 in.) signed along lower edge
Shapiro Auctions LLC
Nov. 13, 2018
Roger Kuntz, (1926 - 1975 Laguna Beach, CA), Cityscape, circa 1951, Oil on canvas, 22.5" H x 34.5" W
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Roger Kuntz (1926 - 1975 Laguna Beach, CA) Cityscape, circa 1951 Oil on canvas Signed lower right: Roger Kuntz, inscribed and dated on the stretcher in another hand 22.5" H x 34.5" W
John Moran Auctioneers
Oct. 24, 2018
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975) Double Arrow (Blue Arrows), circa 1962
Est: $30,000 - $50,000
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975) Double Arrow (Blue Arrows), circa 1962 signed 'Kuntz' (lower right)oil on canvas72 x 59 5/8 in.182.9 x 151.5 cm
Bonhams
Apr. 24, 2018
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975) Nude at the piano 24 x 30in overall: 30 1/4 x 36
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Roger Kuntz (1926-1975) Nude at the piano 24 x 30in overall: 30 1/4 x 36 1/4in
Bonhams
Feb. 25, 2018
Painting, Roger Kuntz
Est: $6,000 - $9,000
Roger Kuntz (American 1926-1975), Barn on a Hillside, oil on canvas, signed lower right, canvas: 25.5"h x 30"w, overall (with frame): 29.5"h x 34.75"w
Clars Auctions
Feb. 24, 2018
ROGER KUNTZ ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
(American, Laguna Beach, CA) Oil on board featuring a small 'boat 'harbor scene. Signed 'Kuntz' LR SIZE: 14" x 27 1/2" overall 21" x 34" Housed in gilt & dark wood frame CONDITION: Very good, not examined out of frame SHIPPING: Arrange UPS pack & ship BIO: Kuntz considered one of the most accomplished artists associated with the Laguna Beach art colony since the early 20th century plein-air painters. Exhibited in museums & art galleries throughout California & East Coast. He studied and taught Art in S. California, unfortunately he took his own life when he was diagnosed with cancer and could no longer paint.
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