Nat Levy Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Nat Levy Art Value Price Guide

Nov. 23, 2024
Watercolor, Nat Levy
Est: $300 - $500
Nat Levy (American, 1896-1984), "Old Blacksmith Shop," watercolor, signed lower center-right, labels verso (Hoover Gallery, San Francisco, CA and SWA Kaiser Exhibit, Oakland, CA, 1972), overall (with frame): 29"h x 36.5"w
Clars Auctions
Aug. 24, 2024
Nat Levy (1896-1984) American, Watercolor on Paper
Est: $300 - $600
Nat Levy (1896-1984) American, Watercolor on Paper. Signed lower right. Titled on back: "Monday Breeze." Address and original price on back. White sheets drying on a clothesline at a ranch at Mark West Springs. Overall: 23 1/2 X 31 1/4 in. Sight: 14 1/4 X 21 in. #2740 . Nat Levy was born in San Francisco, California in 1896. While attending high school he took private art lessons with Maynard Dixon, Harold Von Schmidt, Armin Hansen, and Frank Van Sloan. He went on to study at the Mark Hopkins Institute of Art, as well as the California School of Fine Arts. After service in the Navy, Levy became an aide to Milton Marks, Sr. in the California Assembly in 1917. By the 1920s, he was an expert watercolor artist with his own studio, and exhibited his works professionally from that time on. In his leisure he etched and painted seascapes and scenes of the Mendocino coast. He later worked as a graphic artist for Foster & Kleiser (billboards) and taught for many years at UC Extension in San Francisco. His paintings were included in the Thirteen Watercolorists exhibitions, and he was invited to become a member of the Society of Western Artists, elected as its president in 1955. Throughout the years he produced hundreds of illustrations, poster designs and prints. He also traveled and painted in New England, Europe and the Far East, before passing away in his hometown in 1984.
Sarasota Estate Auction
May. 07, 2024
Nat Levy (1896-1984) "Chinatown Lights" Etching
Est: $25 - $250
DESCRIPTION: Etching entitled "Chinatown Lights" by Nat Levy depicting a man on a balcony overlooking a Chinatown street at night. Signed at lower right and titled at lower left. Mounted in a beige frame. CIRCA: 20th Century ORIGIN: USA DIMENSIONS: With frame - H: 12" W: 0.5" L: 14.75" Without frame - H: 6" L: 8.75" CONDITION: Minor discoloration of paper consistent with age and use; minor wear on frame Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please email info@akibaantiques.com for further details.
Akiba Galleries
Apr. 30, 2024
Nat Levy (1896 - 1984) American
Est: $600 - $900
Nat Levy (1896 - 1984) Watercolor on paper, signed lower left, measures 10 x 14 and 13 x 16.5 inches w/ frame. A painter and etcher, Nat Levy was born in San Francisco, CA on Oct. 21, 1896. After service in the Navy, Levy became an aide to Milton Marks, Sr. in the California Assembly in 1917. Upon graduation from the California School of Fine Arts, he opened a studio and began his career as a poster designer and freelance artist.In his leisure he etched and painted seascapes and scenes of the Mendocino coast. He later worked as a graphic artist for Foster & Kleiser (billboards) and taught for many years at UC Extension in San Francisco.The Chronicle art critic Alfred Frankenstein wrote, "Nat Levy's atmospheric renditions are so beautiful they seem as though they were painted with fog on his brush." Levy was one of 25 American painters chosen to exhibit at the Royal Gallery in London in 1977. He often served as a judge at the state fairs in Sacramento and painted steadily for 70 years.
Cutler Bay Auctions
Jan. 11, 2024
Nat Levy (1896 - 1984) American
Est: $600 - $900
Nat Levy (1896 - 1984) Watercolor on paper , Signed , measures 10" x 14" , w/frame 13" x 16.5" A painter and etcher, Nat Levy was born in San Francisco, CA on Oct. 21, 1896. After service in the Navy, Levy became an aide to Milton Marks, Sr. in the California Assembly in 1917. Upon graduation from the California School of Fine Arts, he opened a studio and began his career as a poster designer and freelance artist. In his leisure he etched and painted seascapes and scenes of the Mendocino coast. He later worked as a graphic artist for Foster & Kleiser (billboards) and taught for many years at UC Extension in San Francisco. The Chronicle art critic Alfred Frankenstein wrote, "Nat Levy's atmospheric renditions are so beautiful they seem as though they were painted with fog on his brush." Levy was one of 25 American painters chosen to exhibit at the Royal Gallery in London in 1977. He often served as a judge at the state fairs in Sacramento and painted steadily for 70 years.
Cutler Bay Auctions
Jul. 22, 2023
Nat Levy (1896 - 1984) American
Est: $600 - $900
Nat Levy (1896 - 1984) Watercolor on paper , Signed , measures 10" x 14" , w/frame 13" x 16.5"
Cutler Bay Auctions
May. 25, 2023
Nat Levy (1896 - 1984) American
Est: $600 - $900
Nat Levy (1896 - 1984) Watercolor on paper , Signed , measures 10" x 14" , w/frame 13" x 16.5" A painter and etcher, Nat Levy was born in San Francisco, CA on Oct. 21, 1896. After service in the Navy, Levy became an aide to Milton Marks, Sr. in the California Assembly in 1917. Upon graduation from the California School of Fine Arts, he opened a studio and began his career as a poster designer and freelance artist.In his leisure he etched and painted seascapes and scenes of the Mendocino coast. He later worked as a graphic artist for Foster & Kleiser (billboards) and taught for many years at UC Extension in San Francisco.
Cutler Bay Auctions
Nov. 29, 2022
Nat Levy (1896 - 1984) American
Est: $500 - $900
Nat Levy (1896 - 1984) Watercolor on paper , Signed , measures 10" x 14" , w/frame 13" x 16.5"
Cutler Bay Auctions
Aug. 10, 2021
Nat Levy, (1896-1984, San Francisco, CA), "Boats at Rest", Watercolor on paper under glass, Sight: 14.5" H x 21.25" W
Est: $400 - $600
Nat Levy (1896-1984, San Francisco, CA) "Boats at Rest" Watercolor on paper under glass Signed lower right: Nat Levy Sight: 14.5" H x 21.25" W
John Moran Auctioneers
Jan. 18, 2020
Painting, Nat Levy
Est: $300 - $500
Nat Levy (American, 1896-1984), Seal Rock, oil on board, signed lower right, overall (with frame): 18"h x 22"w
Clars Auctions
Jul. 13, 2019
Watercolor, Nat Levy
Est: $100 - $200
Nat Levy (American, 1896-1984), Misty River, watercolor, signed lower right, overall (with frame): 22.5"h x 28.5"w
Clars Auctions
Jun. 15, 2019
Watercolor, Nat Levy
Est: $200 - $400
Nat Levy (American, 1896-1984), Misty River, watercolor, signed lower right, overall (with frame): 22.5"h x 28.5"w
Clars Auctions
May. 30, 2019
Nat Levy Etching
Est: $75 - $125
Nat Levy original pencil signed etching. Signed in pencil lower right. Titled in pencil "Morning tide Salute". Measures 9" x 8.5" (plate size) and 12" x 10" (sheet size). Good condition with toning over image area. Unframed, loose and not mount
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
May. 17, 2018
Nat Levy Etching
Est: $75 - $125
Nat Levy original pencil signed etching. Signed in pencil lower right. Titled in pencil "Morning tide Salute". Measures 9" x 8.5" (plate size) and 12" x 10" (sheet size). Good condition with toning over image area. Unframed, loose and not mounted or glued down. Provenance: Amity Art Foundation, Inc. collection. We ship most items in-house with the exception of furniture, large or heavy artwork, heavier items or extremely fragile items.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Jun. 17, 2017
Watercolor, Nat Levy
Est: $400 - $600
Nat Levy (American, 1896-1984), Boat House by the Bay, watercolor, signed lower right, overall (with frame): 23.5"h x 29.5"w
Clars Auctions
May. 20, 2017
Watercolor, Nat Levy
Est: $800 - $1,200
Nat Levy (American, 1896-1984), Boat House by the Bay, watercolor, signed lower right, overall (with frame): 23.5"h x 29.5"w
Clars Auctions
Feb. 11, 2017
Nat Levy (CA, 1896-1989) Pencil Signed Etching
Est: $75 - $150
[Morning Tide Salute] pencil signed drypoint etching. Titled lower left, pencil signed lower right. Image size 9" x 8.5", sheet size 12" x 10". Unframed, loose and not mounted or glued-down. Overall good to very good condition. Auction Gallery Notes: Condition: If the auctioneer does not provide a statement of condition in the items description it does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email to the auction gallery. Any condition statement is given as a courtesy and is only an opinion and should not be treated as a guarantee. Please review all details within photos when making your own condition conclusion. Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. Payment: Details on making payment are provided in an invoice from the seller that will be sent within 24 hours following the completion of the auction. The buyer is responsible for paying the seller directly after winning the item. The seller accepts Visa, Master Card, Discover, American Express and wire transfer. Any invoice totaling over $7500 will require a wire transfer. Payment is due within 4 days following receipt of the invoice. Shipping: The buyer is responsible for paying all shipping costs. At the time you make payment for your item, the auction gallery staff will discuss shipping details with you. The seller ships via USPS Priority Mail (Media Mail for books) and Priority Mail Express international only. They require insurance on all packages. The seller does charge a nominal handling fee for packaging materials and time. The seller will do its best to package all shipments in-house but reserves the right to forward your item to an outside shipper if the item is to large or fragile. The sellers preferred outside shipper is: The UPS Store. 1314 S. Grand Boulevard, Suite #2. Spokane, WA 99202. 509-747-2922 phone. 509-747-4224 fax.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Nov. 13, 2016
2 NAT LEVY WATERCOLOR PAINTINGS
Est: $300 - $500
LEVY, Nat, (American, 1896-1984): 2 Watercolors, 1) Coastal Inlet, 15" x 17.625", signed lower right, unframed; 2) Coastal Scene with Moored Boats "Puerto Montt, Chille", 11.875" x 15.875", signed lower right, titled lower left, mounted to paper backing, unframed. "Levy was born and raised in San Francisco and after attending high school, studied art with Maynard Dixon, Harold Von Schmidt, Armin Hansen and Frank Van Sloan. By the 1920s, he was an expert watercolor artist and exhibited his works professionally from that time on." - Blue Heron Gallery
Burchard Galleries Inc
Dec. 08, 2013
Watercolor, Nat Levy, Road to the Boat House
Est: $800 - $1,200
Nat Levy (American, 1896-1984), Road to the Boat House, watercolor, signed lower right, sight: 15"h x 21.5"w, overall (with frame): 23.5"h x 29.5"w
Clars Auctions
May. 13, 2008
Nat Levy (1896-1984 San Francisco, CA)
Est: $600 - $800
Mendocino dock scene, signed lower right: Nat Levy, watercolor on paper under glass, sight size: 15'' x 21'',
John Moran Auctioneers