Simon Lissim Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Simon Lissim Art Value Price Guide

Jun. 30, 2024
A SIMON LISSIM, RUSSIAN, WATERCOLOR ON PAPER FLORAL STILL LIFE, 1962
Est: $550 - $650
Simon Lissim (1900-1981), a watercolor on paper still life depicting a bouquet of flowers in a glass vase. Signed and dated 1962 lower left. Matted, housed in a gilded wooden frame. Has a Verle Gallery label on the verso. Simon Lissim was a Kiev-born American painter, designer, illustrator, ceramist, stage designer, and art educator.
Helios Auctions
Jun. 20, 2024
A fine Simon Lissin design for an Art Deco stage curtain
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
SIMON LISSIM Ukrainian, 1900-1981 Design for a Theatre Curtain, 1930 Signed and dated Simon Lissim 1930 (lr) Gouache and gold paint over pencil on paper Sight 13 7/8 x 23 1/2 inches (35.2 x 59.7 cm) Provenance: Sale, Sotheby's London, December 1, 2005, lot 143 Sandwich matted, verso and edges not visible. Paper slightly toned. There is an area where paper is not completely laid down and there is some undulation to the surface, with space between the sheet and support board. Some loss to grey pigments at upper left and near the lower edge.
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Apr. 30, 2024
Simon Lissim (American, 1900-1981), Yellow Flowers on Gold, 1959, Mixed Media on Paper, Signed and Dated l.r., Frame: 26 1/2 x 33 in. (67.3 x 83.8 cm.)
Est: $80 - $150
Simon Lissim (American, 1900-1981), Yellow Flowers on Gold, 1959, Mixed Media on Paper, Signed and Dated l.r., Property from the Estate of George Zorin
Weschler's
Mar. 17, 2024
A SIMON LISSIM, UKRAINIAN, MIXED MEDIA ON BOARD PAINTING "ASCENT TO HEAVEN," 1959
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
Simon Lissim (Ukrainian, 1900–1981), a mixed media on board painting titled "Ascent to Heaven," 1959. Signed and dated "Simon Lissim 59" (lower right). Framed. Bears a Skinner auction house paper labels on the backside. Provenance: Skinner, Boston, 20.05.2005, lot 458 Borodulin Collection. Note: Simon Lissim is known for theatre set design, decorative art, and china design. Simon Lissim was born in Kiev, Ukraine at the turn of the 19th century. He studied at the art school of A.S. Monko as of 1917. In 1919, Lissim emigrated, and as of 1920, he was studying at the art school of Reimann in London and living in Wiesbaden and London. Simon Lissim lived in Paris in the 1920s and 1930s and was closely associated with Diaghilev, Bakst, Benois, and many others. In Paris, he studied at the French National School of Decorative Arts, and after he worked at the famous Theatre de L’Oeuvre in Paris. His set design for that theatre’s 1924 production of Hamlet won Lissim, a Silver Medal from the 1925 International Exhibition of Decorative Arts in Paris. He also designed for Lenox and Royal Copenhagen. Simon moved to the United States in 1941.
Helios Auctions
Nov. 28, 2023
Simon LISSIM (1900-1981), "Guerriers" Technique mixte sur carton
Est: CHF600 - CHF800
Simon LISSIM, "Guerriers", technique mixte sur carton, signé en bas à droite. 42 x 29 cm
Dogny Auction
Oct. 15, 2022
SIMON LISSIM (RUSSIAN 1900-1981)
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
SIMON LISSIM (RUSSIAN 1900-1981) Autumn Bouquet,1962 gouache and watercolor on paper 65.5 x 47.5 cm (25 3/4 x 18 3/4 in.) framed dimensions: 90 x 73 cm (35 3/8 x 28 3/4 in.) signed and dated lower left PROVENANCE with Verle Gallery, West Hartford, Connecticut (label on verso)
Shapiro Auctions LLC
Jul. 14, 2022
Simon Lissim Russian, 1900-1981 Untitled Aquatic Scene, 1978
Est: $800 - $1,200
Simon Lissim Russian, 1900-1981 Untitled Aquatic Scene, 1978 Signed Simon Lissim (ll), dated Febr 78 (lr) Watercolor and colored markers on paper Full sheet 7 1/4 x 8 1/2 inches (18.4 x 21.6 cm) Unframed Provenance: A gift from the artist to Ms. Hermine Chivian-Cobb on the birth of her daughter C Property from the Estate of Hermine Chivian-Cobb, New York
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Nov. 30, 2021
Simon LISSIM (1900-1981), "Guerriers" Technique mixte sur carton
Est: CHF1,000 - CHF1,500
Simon LISSIM, "Guerriers", technique mixte sur carton, signé en bas à droite 42 x 29 cm
Dogny Auction
Nov. 25, 2021
SIMON LISSIM (1900-1981) - Decoration for “Tsar Saltan”…
Est: €2,000 - €3,000
SIMON LISSIM (1900-1981) Decoration for “Tsar Saltan” Inscribed in Polish (?) oil on canvas 48 x 61 cm (+) This lot is under temporary importation and is subject to import tax (EU). СИМОН ЛИССИМ (СЕМЕН МИХАЙЛОВИЧ ЛИССИМ) (1900-1981) Эскиз декорации к опере «Сказка о Царе Салтане» Н.А.Римского-Корсакова (неосуществленная постановка) 1967 г. подпись холст, масло 48 x 61 см (+) This lot is under temporary importation and is subject to import tax (EU).
Hermitage Fine Art
Jun. 16, 2021
SIMON LISSIM (1900-1981) Ascent to Heaven
Est: €1,800 - €2,000
SIMON LISSIM (1900-1981) Ascent to Heaven Signed and dated ‘Simon Lissim 59’ (lower right) Mixed media, oil and gold paint on board 76.2 x 60.9 cm Executed in 1959 Provenance: Skinner, Boston, 20.05.2005, lot 458 Borodulin Collection (+) This lot is under temporary importation and is subject to import tax (EU). Семен Михайлович Лиссим (1900-1981) Восхождение в райподпись и дата ‘Simon Lissim 59’ (справа внизу) картон, смешанная техника 76.2 x 60.9 см 1959 год Провенанс: Skinner, Boston, 20.05.2005, лот 458 Коллекция Бородулина (+) This lot is under temporary importation and is subject to import tax (EU).
Hermitage Fine Art
Mar. 28, 2021
Simon Lissim (1900-1981) Mixed Media (NY, FLA, England,
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Mixed media on paper, untitled, New York skyline. Signed and dated 1937 lower right. Sight- 25 x 19.5, Frame- 30.5 x 25. Provenance: The Collection of Jonas Meyer Karp.
Main Auction Galleries
Feb. 25, 2021
Simon Lissim Costume Design Gouache Noble Woman
Est: $100 - $150
Framed Simon Lissim Costume Design Gouache Based Off Noble Woman. Signed & dated in bottom right corner "Simon Lissim '36", Russian-American artist (1900-1981). Gouache measures 7 inches high by 5.75 inches wide,
Greenwich Auction
Feb. 11, 2021
Framed Simon Lissim Floral Still Life Painting
Est: $200 - $300
Framed Simon Lissim (Russian, 1900-1981) Floral Still Life Gouache Painting. Titled "White on White" on back. Sign and dated in bottom right corner "Simon Lissim 39". Painting was gifted to a friend of the artist
Greenwich Auction
Oct. 28, 2020
* SIMON LISSIM (1900-1981)
Est: €3,000 - €5,000
Ascent to heaven Signed and dated ‘Simon Lissim 59’ (lower right) Mixed media, oil and gold paint on board 76.2 x 60.9 cm Executed in 1959 Provenance: Skinner, Boston, 20.05.2005, lot 458 Borodulin Collection Simon Lissim is known for theatre set design, decorative art, china design. Simon Lissim was born in Kiev, Ukraine at the turn of the 19th century. He studied at the art school of A.S. Monko as of 1917. In 1919, Lissim emigrated, and as of 1920, he was studying at the art school of Reimann in London and living in Wiesbaden and London. He lived in Paris in the 1920s and 1930s and was closely associated with Diaghilev, Bakst, Benois, and many others. His work is full of Orientalist themes. The painting is made by Simon Lissim - A porcelain designer, illustrator, stage designer, painter. Lissim lived in Paris, where he studied at the French National School of Decorative Arts, and after he worked at the famous Theatre de L’Oeuvre in Paris. His set design for that theatre’s 1924 production of Hamlet won Lissim, a Silver Medal from the 1925 International Exhibition of Decorative Arts in Paris. He designed for Lenox and Royal Copenhagen. Simon was born in Russia and moved to the United States in 1941. All lots marked with the symbol * are under temporary importation are subject to import tax (5.5%)
Hermitage Fine Art
Dec. 18, 2019
**Simon Lissim 1900-1981 (Ukrainian) Personnage encadre par deux hallebardiers, 1931-1973 watercolor, gouache, crayon on carton
Est: €20 - €30
Simon Lissim 1900-1981 (Ukrainian) Personnage encadre par deux hallebardiers, 1931-1973 watercolor, gouache, crayon on carton h:67 w: 51 cm. signed lower center Other Notes: Location: Israel. For estimated delivery time please contact us. Condition report available upon request.
Matsart Auctioneers & Appraisers
Nov. 17, 2019
SIMON LISSIM (1900-1981)
Est: €3,500 - €5,500
Ascent to heaven, 1959 Signed and dated ‘Simon Lissim 59’ (lower right) Mixed media, oil and gold paint on board 76.2 x 60.9 cm Provenance: Skinner, Boston, 20.05.2005, lot 458 Borodulin Collection All lots marked with the symbol are under temporary importation and are subject to import tax (EU) Simon Lissim is known for theatre set design, decorative art, china design. Simon Lissim was born in Kiev, Ukraine at the turn of the 19th century. He studied at the art school of A.S. Monko as of 1917. In 1919, Lissim emigrated, and as of 1920, he was studying at the art school of Reimann in London and living in Wiesbaden and London. He lived in Paris in the 1920s and 1930s and was closely associated with Diaghilev, Bakst, Benois, and many others. His work is full of Orientalist themes.
Hermitage Fine Art
Oct. 13, 2019
Simon Lissim, (1900-1981 New York, NY), Multiple paneled Costume/Set designs; five works in one frame, Gouache on paper under glass, Si
Est: $300 - $400
Simon Lissim (1900-1981 New York, NY) Multiple paneled Costume/Set designs (five works in one frame) Gouache on paper under glass Unsigned, inscribed in another hand on the backing paper Sight: Costume designs: 3.75" H x 3" W; Set designs: Larger: 7.75" H x 2.5" W Provenance: Gallery 63, Rego Park, NY
John Moran Auctioneers
Aug. 01, 2019
Simon Lissim SIGNED Book of Plates [Limited Ed]
Est: $60 - $120
Simon Lissim (New York, Florida, France, Germany 1900 - 1981) signed copy of 'Simon Lissim: Fourteen Plates with a Text by George Freedley', Published James Hendrickson, New York, 1949. Signed 'Simon Lissim' and inscribed in blue ink front. Also signed at end of book acknowledging limited edition. 55 pp. plus 14 illustrated plates. Measures 9.875-in. x 7.5-in. x .5-in. In VG/EX condition. If lot is absent of a condition report a condition report may be requested via email. Condition report is provided as an opinion only and is no guarantee as grading can be subjective. Buyer must view photographs or scans to assist in determining condition and ask further questions if so desired. Provenance: Amity Art Foundation, Inc. collection. We ship most items in this auction in house and gladly combine shipping if possible of multiple items.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Jun. 23, 2019
Simon Lissim, (1900-1981 New York, NY), Multiple paneled Costume/Set designs; five works in one frame, Gouache on paper under glass, Si
Est: $500 - $800
Simon Lissim (1900-1981 New York, NY) Multiple paneled Costume/Set designs; five works in one frame Gouache on paper under glass Unsigned, inscribed in another hand on the backing paper Sight: Costume designs: 3.75" H x 3" W; Set designs: Larger: 7.75" H x 2.5" W Provenance: Gallery 63, Rego Park, NY.
John Moran Auctioneers
Dec. 08, 2018
Lissim, Simon Mikhailovich -- Celebrated Ukranian/American Illustrator "Untitled"
Est: $500 -
Lissim, Simon Mikhailovich -- Celebrated Ukranian/American Illustrator "Untitled". (1900-1981) Simon Mikhailovich Lissim was born in the Ukraine studied in Paris and then emigrated to the US in 1940. From 1942 on he was the Director of Artistic Studies at the New York Public Library as well as teaching at area universities. In 1956 he was Chairman of the National Selecting Committee for the Fulbright Awards in Painting, Sculpture, and Graphic Arts. Offered is a interesting work of five pieces two theater/ costume illustration divide by three panels demonstrating his incredible command of illustrated floral design in watercolor and gouache. Lissim's works are on permanent display in most major museums worldwide but here is an opportunity to acquire a piece far more modestly priced. Framed boldly in the late 1960s in New York City there appears to be his name in Cyrillic and also his date of birth and death written as a reference later. Framed to 12 x 19" under glass, the three panels are vivid and explode in colors, the two costumed sketches are as originally illustrated. As framed and matted, the entire work has great eye appeal. Estimated Value $500-UP.
Goldberg Coins & Collectibles
Nov. 23, 2018
LISSIM, Semyon (Simon) Mikhailovich (1900 - 1981).
Est: €800 - €1,000
The accession to the throne of Mikhail Fedorovich. 1923. Paper, pencil, gouache, aluminum paint 27,5 x 18 cm Signature and date at bottom right “Simon Lissim. 23 «. At the bottom left, the inscription: «Paris VI 23» is pasted on a thick sheet of paper. At the bot- tom right, signature and date: “S.Lissim. 23, ” bottom left :“ L’Avenement au trône de Michel Feodorovitch.” ЛИССИМ, Семен (Симон) Михайлович (1900 – 1981). Восшествие на престол Михаила Федоровича. 1923. Бумага, карандаш, гуашь, алюминиевая краска 27,5 х 18 см Подпись и дата внизу справа « Simon Lissim. 23 ». Слева внизу надпись: «Paris VI 23» наклеена на плотный лист бумаги. На полях внизу справа подпись и дата: « S.Lissim. 23 », слева внизу надпись: « L’Avenement au trône de Michel Feodorovitch. ». Лиссим, С.М. (1900 Киев – 1981 Неаполь,шт.Флорида США). Живописец, график, художник театре и прикладного искусства. Был другом и душеприказчиком Александры Экстер. Унаследовал ее личный архив, часть ее творческого наследия распределил по музеям США. Прилаг. Книга « Raymond Coçniat, Georges Lechevallier – Chevignard, Louis Réau ». Симон Лиссим. Париж, изд. «Aux Editions de Cygne », 1933, 112 c., 28 см., изд.шрифт.обложка, 40 листов илл.вне текста, тираж 105 экз. Гуашь «Восшествие на престор Михаила Федоровича» воспроизведена на 5-ом листе: «Pl.5 Dessin (1923) Col.Madame Teutch, Paris ».
Hermitage Fine Art
Nov. 20, 2018
Simon Lissim (1900-1981) - Set design
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
Simon Lissim (1900-1981) Set design pencil, ink and watercolour, heightened with gold and silver, on paper-fronted board 13 ¾ x 19 ¼ in. (35 x 48.8 cm.)
Christie's
Jul. 26, 2018
Simon Lissim. Costume Design. Gouache.
Est: $400 - $600
Lissim, Simon (Russian-American, 1900-1981). Gouache costume design. November 28, 1934. Signed in pencil, l.r. Inscribed in ink, l.r. Sheet/Mat: 12 3/8" x 9 5/8" Addl Info: Inscribed (28.xi.34) to Aleksy Wdziekonski, a Polish diplomat, in gratitude for a visit to Warsaw. Condition: Water staining to matting.
Quinn's Auction Galleries
Jun. 30, 2018
Lissim, Simon Mikhailovich -- Celebrated Ukranian/American Illustrator "Untitled"
Est: $600 -
Lissim, Simon Mikhailovich -- Celebrated Ukranian/American Illustrator "Untitled". (1900-1981) Simon Mikhailovich Lissim was born in the Ukraine studied in Paris and then emigrated to the US in 1940. From 1942 on he was the Director of Artistic Studies at the New York Public Library as well as teaching at area universities. In 1956 he was Chairman of the National Selecting Committee for the Fulbright Awards in Painting, Sculpture, and Graphic Arts. Offered is a interesting work of five pieces two theater/ costume illustration divide by three panels demonstrating his incredible command of illustrated floral design in watercolor and gouache. Lissim's works are on permanent display in most major museums worldwide but here is an opportunity to acquire a piece far more modestly priced. Framed boldly in the late 1960s in New York City there appears to be his name in Cyrillic and also his date of birth and death written as a reference later. Framed to 12 x 19" under glass, the three panels are vivid and explode in colors, the two costumed sketches are as originally illustrated. As framed and matted, the entire work has great eye appeal. Estimated Value $600-UP.
Goldberg Coins & Collectibles
Jun. 30, 2018
Simon LISSIM (1900-1981) Russian - Ukrainian - American
Est: $900 - $1,300
Simon Mikhailovich LISSIM (1900 Kiev, Ukraine - 1981 Florida, US) ; mid 20th century ; gouache on paper / framed with glass ; dimensions 50 x 65 cm (19 2/3 x 25 2/3 in.) ; frame size 71 x 86 cm (283 x 34 in.) ; signed lower left corner ; Shipping to USA - DHL $320 , National post with tracking service $170 / Shipping to EU, Russia, Middle Assia - DHL $220 , National post with tracking service $100
Art-Torg
Dec. 02, 2017
Simon LISSIM (1900-1981) Russian - Ukrainian - American
Est: $900 - $1,300
Simon Mikhailovich LISSIM (1900 Kiev, Ukraine - 1981 Florida, US) ; mid 20th century ; gouache on paper / framed with glass ; dimensions 50 x 65 cm (19 2/3 x 25 2/3 in.) ; frame size 71 x 86 cm (283 x 34 in.) ; signed lower left corner ; Shipping to USA - DHL $320 , National post with tracking service $170 / Shipping to EU, Russia, Middle Assia - DHL $220 , National post with tracking service $100
Art-Torg
Aug. 05, 2017
Simon LISSIM (1900-1981) Russian - Ukrainian - American
Est: $900 - $1,300
Simon Mikhailovich LISSIM (1900 Kiev, Ukraine - 1981 Florida, US) ; mid 20th century ; gouache on paper / framed with glass ; dimensions 50 x 65 cm (19 2/3 x 25 2/3 in.) ; frame size 71 x 86 cm (283 x 34 in.) ; signed lower left corner ; Shipping to USA - DHL $320 , National post with tracking service $170 / Shipping to EU, Russia, Middle Assia - DHL $220 , National post with tracking service $100
Art-Torg
Jun. 04, 2017
Simon Lissim Curtain Design
Est: $50 - $100
After the Gouache dated 1975, Theatre Collection in the New York Public Library. High Quality print on heavy paper with vivid colors. Outside of the signed and numbered edition of 150. Unsigned. Sheet Size: 34.5" x 22.25" Some minor foxing at margins, Very good condition, minor handling at extreme edges, Original Print from the Meriden Gravure Archives. Keywords: Theater, Design, Set, Stage, Art, Artist
Nest Egg Auctions
Sep. 17, 2016
SIMON MIKHAILOVICH LISSIM (RUSSIAN 1900-1981)
Est: $800 - $1,200
SIMON MIKHAILOVICH LISSIM (RUSSIAN 1900-1981) Stage Design for Valentin Kataev`s Kvadratura Kruga, 1931-1976 gouache, watercolor and graphite on paper 31.5 x 47.5 cm (12 3/8 x 18 3/4 in.) [sight] signed and dated lower right; titled lower left
Shapiro Auctions LLC
Jun. 23, 2016
SIMON LISSIM, New York, 1900-1981, Floral still life., Watercolor, 26" x 19" sight. Framed 36" x 28.5".
Est: $400 - $600
SIMON LISSIM New York, 1900-1981 Floral still life. Signed and dated lower left "Simon Lissim 62". Watercolor, 26" x 19" sight. Framed 36" x 28.5".
Eldred's
Jun. 11, 2014
Simon Lissim Ukrainian, 1900-1981 Three-Panel Screen, 1936
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Simon Lissim Ukrainian, 1900-1981 Three-Panel Screen, 1936 Lacquer and paint on wood Signed Simon Lissim, 1936. Height 6 feet 6 inches, width of each panel 17 3/4 inches. C
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
May. 16, 2014
Simon Lissim (Ukrainian/American, 1900-1981), Landscape with Billowing Clouds, Signed and dated "Simon Lissim 1950" l.r., Condition: Su
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Simon Lissim (Ukrainian/American, 1900-1981) Landscape with Billowing Clouds Signed and dated "Simon Lissim 1950" l.r. Gouache and graphite on paper, sight size 22 1/2 x 28 1/2 in. (57.2 x 72.4 cm), framed. Condition: Subtle rippling, not examined out of frame. Provenance: A New Jersey estate.
Skinner
Oct. 25, 2012
Simon LISSIM (1900-1981)-Untitled, 1959 Ukrainian School
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
Oil on panel; signed and dated lower right30 x 24 in. - 76.25 x 61 cm.
Fine Art Auctions Miami
Jun. 18, 2011
SIMON MIKHALOVICH LISSIM "Abstract Composition"
Est: $600 - $900
RUSSIAN/FRENCH 15 1/2 x 19 3/4 in (39.4 cm x 50.2 cm) Signed lower right Oil on Canvas board 1900-1981
Trinity International Auctions & Appraisals, LLC
Jun. 07, 2011
SIMON LISSIM
Est: £8,000 - £10,000
SIMON LISSIM 1900 - 1981 THE ZOO signed in Latin and dated 1977 l.r. gouache and gold paint over pencil, crayon and ink on board image size: 72 by 75cm, 28 1/4 by 29 1/2 in.
Sotheby's
Feb. 23, 2011
LISSIM Simon (Kiev 1900- Etats Unis 1981) Les jeux
Est: €800 - €1,200
LISSIM Simon (Kiev 1900- Etats Unis 1981) Les jeux d'enfants Gouache et peinture dorée 43 x 30 cm Signé en bas à droite Lissim
Millon & Associes
Aug. 25, 2010
SIMON LISSIM (American/French/German, 1900-1981) NATURE ABSTRACT.
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Oil on canvasboard abstract scene shows natural elements in colors of white, blue, red and green. Signed lower right. Housed in a painted molded wood frame. SIZE: 15-1/2" x 20". PROVENANCE: From a prominent Boston, MA collection. CONDITION: Losses to right corner and right side, angular break to the corner and side. Otherwise good. 9-98845
James D. Julia
Nov. 22, 2009
SIMON MIKHAILOVICH LISSIM (RUSSIAN 1900-1981),
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
SIMON MIKHAILOVICH LISSIM (RUSSIAN 1900-1981), "Stage Design for Valentin Kataev's 'Kvadratura Kruga,'" 1931-1976, gouache and watercolor on paper, 31.8 x 47.6 cm (12 1/2 x 18 3/4 in.), signed and dated 'Simon Lissim. 1931-1976' lower right, and titled 'Squaring the Circle, Act I,' lower left. EXHIBITED: "The World of Simon Lissim: 90 Designs for the Theatre," a traveling exhibition organized and circulated by the International Exhibitions Foundation, Washington, D.C., 1979. LITERATURE: "The World of Simon Lissim: 90 Designs for the Theatre" (exhibition catalog), Washington, D.C., 1979. This image is a 1976 variation by the artist of his original stage design for the play at the Theatre de l'Atelier, Paris, 1931. Simon Lissim was born in Kiev, Ukraine at the turn of the century. He studied at the art school of A.S. Monko as of 1917. In 1919 Lissim emigrated and as of 1920 he was studying at the art school of Reimann in Berlin and living in Wiesbaden and London. From the end of 1921 to 1940, Lissim was living and working in Paris. In 1922 he was studying at the French National School of Decorative Arts, and by 1923 Lissim was working at the famous Théâtre de L'Oeuvre in Paris. His set design for that theatre's 1924 production of Hamlet won Lissim a Silver Medal from the 1925 International Exhibition of Decorative Arts in Paris. In Europe, Lissim worked with set and costume designs for theatre and opera in Paris and Barcelona, including Rimsky-Korsakov and Borodin productions. Lissim emigrated to the United States in 1940. From 1942 on he was the Director of Artistic Studies at the New York Public Library, where amongst other accomplishments he established the childrens' art education program. Both before and after his emigration to the United States, Lissim exhibited widely in Europe and America. Exhibitions of his work took place at the at the Parisian Salons (d'Automne, des Artistes Décorateurs, etc.), in England (Royal Society of Arts), and solo exhibitions in Paris (Galerie Charpentier - 1927, 1931, 1935), and New York (1936, 1937, 1944, 1951, 1953, 1966). As of 1956 he was Chairman of the National Selecting Committee for the Fulbright Awards in Painting, Sculpture, and Graphic Arts. He taught widely in New York - in addition to the New York Public Library, Lissim was an Associate Professor and then Professor teaching at City College in New York from 1944 onwards. A retrospective of Lissim's works, The World of Simon Lissim, was held in the United States as a traveling exhibition from 1979-80 Lissim's design activies were varied and extended to porcelain. He worked extensively with Sèvres and Limoges, and his designs were also used for Lenox and Royal Copenhagen. He died in Florida in 1981. His works can be found in major museums worldwide, including the Metropolitan Museum in New York, the Albertina in Vienna, the Musée National du Jeu de Paume and the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, amongst others.
Shapiro Auctions LLC
Nov. 22, 2009
SIMON MIKHAILOVICH LISSIM (RUSSIAN-AMERICAN
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
SIMON MIKHAILOVICH LISSIM (RUSSIAN-AMERICAN 1900-1981), "Textile Design of Leaves," 1962, gouache on board, 69 x 93 cm (27 1/8 x 36 5/8 in.), signed and dated lower right. Simon Lissim was born in Kiev, Ukraine at the turn of the century. He studied at the art school of A.S. Monko as of 1917. In 1919 Lissim emigrated and as of 1920 he was studying at the art school of Reimann in Berlin and living in Wiesbaden and London. From the end of 1921 to 1940, Lissim was living and working in Paris. In 1922 he was studying at the French National School of Decorative Arts, and by 1923 Lissim was working at the famous Théâtre de L'Oeuvre in Paris. His set design for that theatre's 1924 production of Hamlet won Lissim a Silver Medal from the 1925 International Exhibition of Decorative Arts in Paris. In Europe, Lissim worked with set and costume designs for theatre and opera in Paris and Barcelona, including Rimsky-Korsakov and Borodin productions. Lissim emigrated to the United States in 1940. From 1942 on he was the Director of Artistic Studies at the New York Public Library, where amongst other accomplishments he established the childrens' art education program. Both before and after his emigration to the United States, Lissim exhibited widely in Europe and America. Exhibitions of his work took place at the at the Parisian Salons (d'Automne, des Artistes Décorateurs, etc.), in England (Royal Society of Arts), and solo exhibitions in Paris (Galerie Charpentier - 1927, 1931, 1935), and New York (1936, 1937, 1944, 1951, 1953, 1966). As of 1956 he was Chairman of the National Selecting Committee for the Fulbright Awards in Painting, Sculpture, and Graphic Arts. He taught widely in New York - in addition to the New York Public Library, Lissim was an Associate Professor and then Professor teaching at City College in New York from 1944 onwards. A retrospective of Lissim's works, The World of Simon Lissim, was held in the United States as a traveling exhibition from 1979-80 Lissim's design activies were varied and extended to porcelain. He worked extensively with Sèvres and Limoges, and his designs were also used for Lenox and Royal Copenhagen. He died in Florida in 1981. His works can be found in major museums worldwide, including the Metropolitan Museum in New York, the Albertina in Vienna, the Musée National du Jeu de Paume and the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, amongst others.
Shapiro Auctions LLC
Jun. 08, 2009
Lev Samoilovich Bakst (Leon Bakst) (Russian, 1866-1924) together with a stage design and an etching by Simon Lissim (1900-1981): decor for Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition, IV, 'Bydlo', pencil watercolour and gouache on paper, signed, titled
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
Study for the decor for Mephisto signed (lower right) pencil and watercolour on paper 31.6 x 23.5cm (12 7/16 x 9 1/4in). together with a stage design and an etching by Simon Lissim (1900-1981): decor for Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition, IV, 'Bydlo', pencil watercolour and gouache on paper, signed, titled and dated '34', 40.7 x 54.6cm (16 x 21 1/2in).; and an etching of 'The Firebird', engraved by Serge Ivanoff after Lissim, signed, 19.8 x 13.2cm (7 6/8 x 5 1/8in). (3)
Bonhams
Jun. 12, 2008
LISSIM, SIMON 1900-1981 Tree and Clouds, Fish,
Est: £5,000 - £7,000
LISSIM, SIMON 1900-1981 Tree and Clouds, Fish, Fields and Landscape four works (two illustrated), all signed, dated 1967, 1969, 1963 and 1965 respectively.. Two gouache on paper, other two tempera on board, the largest 70 by 60 cm., the smallest 11.5 by 16 cm. Provenance: Gift from the artist to the present owner.
MacDougall's
May. 20, 2008
Simon Lissim American, 1900-1981 The Zoo, 1977
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Simon Lissim American, 1900-1981 The Zoo, 1977 Signed Simon Lissim and dated 1977 (lr) Gouache and gold color over pencil, crayon and ink on board 36 x 30 1/2 inches
Doyle New York
Oct. 12, 2007
SIMON LISSIM (1900-1981) A low lying landscape
Est: £300 - £400
SIMON LISSIM (1900-1981) A low lying landscape with building and towers, signed and dated 50, gouache and watercolour, 22" x 27", unframed (see illustration).
Mallams
Jun. 15, 2007
LISSIM, SIMON 1900-1981 Fish and Fields two works,
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
LISSIM, SIMON 1900-1981 Fish and Fields two works, each signed, and dated 1963 and 1969, respectively. Each tempera on board, 11.5 by 16 cm and 17.5 by 14 cm. respectively. Provenance: Gift from the artist to the present owner.
MacDougall's
Jun. 15, 2007
LISSIM, SIMON 1900-1981 Tree and Clouds signed and
Est: £2,500 - £3,000
LISSIM, SIMON 1900-1981 Tree and Clouds signed and dated 1967. Gouache on paper, 70 by 60 cm. Provenance: Gift from the artist to the present owner.
MacDougall's
Jun. 15, 2007
LISSIM, SIMON 1900-1981 Landscape signed and dated
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
LISSIM, SIMON 1900-1981 Landscape signed and dated 1965. Gouache on paper, 44 by 59 cm. Provenance: Gift from the artist to the present owner.
MacDougall's
Jun. 13, 2007
Simon Mikhailovich Lissim 1900-1981 , The zoo
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
signed Simon Lissim and dated 1977 (lower right) gouache and gold color over pencil and crayons on board Condition Note: The board is taped onto another board; mat taped to all edges. The pigment is slightly rubbed on the elephant; good pigment and detail retention on the rest of the work, fresh colors. We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described in our catalogue. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSION CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Sotheby's
Dec. 12, 2006
SIMON MIKHAILOVICH LISSIM 1900-1981
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
CIRCUS measurements 25 7/8 by 37 1/4 in. alternate measurements 65.8 by 94.5 cm. signed Simon Lissim, and dated 1931 (lower right); titled on artist's label (on the reverse) ink, watercolor, gouache and metallic inks over pencil on illustration board Condition Note: generally good condition, slight surface toning and soiling, a few scattered stray pencil marks and notations, colors possibly slightly muted We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described in our catalogue. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSION CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE. PROVENANCE acquired directly from the artist by the present owner EXHIBITED New York, Lincoln Center, Library Museum of the Performing Arts, 1975 Columbia Gallery of Fine Arts, 1976 New York, Guggenheim Museum, Amazons of the Avant Garde, 2000
Sotheby's