David Stone (1913) Martin Paintings & Artwork for Sale | David Stone (1913) Martin Art Value Price Guide

Jan. 08, 2025
David Stone Martin (American 1913-1992), Barden Bolden's Blues, Lithograph, 1980, Numbered 47/50, Frame: 30 1/4 x 24 1/4 in. (76.8 x 61.6 cm.)
Est: $50 - $100
David Stone Martin (American 1913-1992), Barden Bolden's Blues, Lithograph, 1980, Numbered 47/50,
Weschler's
Dec. 14, 2023
(3) DAVID STONE MARTIN (1913-1992)
Est: $50 - $1,000
Including one original ink and watercolor illustration, one color lithograph print, and one woodblock. All signed. Dimensions: (Largest) L 23" x W 14.75" Condition: Woodblock is tipped at the corners to a backing board. Illustration is glued to backing board. Print is glued at the top to backing board.
Westport Auction
Nov. 10, 2023
MARTIN, David Stone (1913-1992). Above and Beyond the Call ...
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
MARTIN, David Stone (1913-1992). Above and Beyond the Call of Duty / Dorie Miller. 1943. Washington, D.C.: U.S. Government Printing Office, 1943. OWI Poster No. 68. WWII poster honoring Dorie Miller, a United States Navy second-class cook who died in action. Image depicts Miller wearing his Navy Cross medal at Pearl Harbor, dated May 27, 1942. 28 x 20”. Linen backed. Original folds; minor closed tear to right edge. A-/B+.
Potter & Potter Auctions Inc.
Oct. 11, 2023
David Stone Martin, jazz drummer lithograph
Est: $80 - $125
David Stone Martin (American, 1913-1992), lithograph on paper, signed in the plate, framed under glass, 11.5"h x 10.25"w (sight), 18.25"h x 16.5"w (frame)
Millea Bros Ltd
Sep. 21, 2023
(3) DAVID STONE MARTIN (1913-1992)
Est: $50 - $1,000
Including one original ink and watercolor illustration, one color lithograph print, and one woodblock. All signed. Dimensions: (Largest) L 23" x W 14.75" Condition: Woodblock is tipped at the corners to a backing board. Illustration is glued to backing board. Print is glued at the top to backing board.
Westport Auction
Jun. 03, 2023
David Stone Martin lithograph
Est: $200 - $400
David Stone Martin (1913-1992) ''Highland Logging'' lithograph, 1945, AAA edition of 250, very good condition. 9 1/2 x 13 3/4''
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Apr. 26, 2023
WE WHO FIGHT IN THE PEOPLES CAUSE POSTER WWII POSTER
Est: $120 - $200
'Strong in the strength of the Lord we who fight in the people's cause will never stop until that cause is won', artwork by David Stone Martin (1913-1992), OWI Poster No. 8, U.S. Government Printing Office, 1942-O-488341, 40 x 28 inches. Original mailing folds, minor splits, minor tears, and slight scuffing.
Fairhill Auction LLC
Apr. 16, 2023
Judy Garland Photograph and Autograph
Est: $100 - $200
Judy Garland (American, 1922-1969) black and white photograph and her portrait print by David Stone Martin (American, 1913-1992) signed by the actress to upper right, housed together in a giltwood frame. Images: 10.5" H x 7.5" W & 10.5" H x 8.75" W; frame: 17.5" H x 24.5" W.
Auctions at Showplace
Nov. 06, 2022
Lot of 2: David Stone Martin (1913-1992) (Two) Drawings of Three Men, 1956
Est: $500 - $700
David Stone Martin (1913-1992) Lot of Two (Two) Drawings of Three Men, 1956 Pen and ink, ink wash, charcoal, collage on paper board Signed/dated on recto Untitled, 1956 Image: 20 1/2 x 14 inches Framed: 22 1/4 x 14 3/4 inches Untitled, 1956 Image: 19 3/8 x 23 1/2 inches Framed: 20 1/8 x 24 1/4 inches
Santa Monica Auctions
Oct. 22, 2022
WE WHO FIGHT IN THE PEOPLES CAUSE POSTER WWII POSTER
Est: $120 - $240
'Strong in the strength of the Lord we who fight in the people's cause will never stop until that cause is won', artwork by David Stone Martin (1913-1992), OWI Poster No. 8, U.S. Government Printing Office, 1942-O-488341, 22 x 28 inches. Mailing folds, minor tears at edges, and minor splits.
Fairhill Auction LLC
Aug. 04, 2022
DAVID STONE MARTIN (1913-1992). "ABOVE AND BEYOND THE CALL OF DUTY." 1943. 28x20¼ inches, 71x51½ cm. U.S. Government Printing Office,
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
DAVID STONE MARTIN (1913-1992) "ABOVE AND BEYOND THE CALL OF DUTY." 1943. 28x20 1/4 inches, 71x51 1/2 cm. U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington D.C. Condition A: minor abrasions along horizontal and vertical folds. Martin studied at the Art Institute of Chicago. He is best remembered for the over 400 record jackets he designed for Folkways and other labels. His work is hung at the Museum of Modern Art, the Metropolitan Museum, and the Smithsonian. At the outbreak of World War II, the armed services continued its long-held practice of rigid discrimination against African-Americans. This practice included not only a stubborn reluctance to acknowledge the capabilities of the African-American soldier or sailor, but also a shameful denial of their courage and bravery. When Pearl Harbor was attacked on 7 December, navy mess-man Doris "Dorie" Miller was serving on the USS West Virginia when it was struck. Before abandoning ship with the rest of the crew, he braved enemy fire to carry a wounded officer to safety, and though not trained for combat, he took up one of the ship's anti-aircraft guns, possibly downing at least one enemy plane. "It wasn't hard. I just pulled the trigger and she worked fine. I had watched the others with these guns. I guess I fired her for about fifteen minutes. I think I got one of those Jap planes. They were diving pretty close to us." He eventually received a Navy Cross but only after intense pressure from the black press back home. Miller was killed when his aircraft carrier was sunk in the Pacific in November of 1943. Nelson, p. 80, War Posters 262, Pollack p. 118.
Swann Auction Galleries
Dec. 10, 2020
Serra-Badue and Others (6) Lithographs
Est: $100 - $150
Collection of six lithographs. Includes: Daniel Serra-Badue (American, 1914-1996) two pencil signed and numbered; David Stone Martin (American, 1913-1992) two plate signed; and Roger Lyford (American) two, one pencil signed. Sheets measure 13 in. - 20 in. x 12.5 in. - 17.5 in. Unframed, loose and not glued or mounted. Provenance: Amity Art Foundation, Inc. collection. If lot is absent of a condition report one 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. Our in-house shipping department will gladly pack and ship any item that fits into a 16x16x16 inch or 30x5x24 inch or equivalent or smaller box/folio. We will charge for labor to pack and process based on actual time it takes, actual cost of materials used to pack and actual shipper charges that will include insurance and signature required. We generally use USPS and Fed Ex and compare the pricing between the two. We gladly will give shipping estimates prior to auction. Please make this request at least 24 hours prior to auction for our shipping department to respond. We will also gladly combine items if they fit into one box and meet our maximum box size stated here. We reserve the right to require an outside shipper on any item(s) in the auction.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Aug. 08, 2020
Print, David Stone Martin
Est: $100 - $200
David Stone Martin (American,1932-1992), "Budely Bolden's Blues," lithograph, pencil signed lower right, titled lower left, edition 4/50, overall (with frame): 33.5"h x 28"w
Clars Auctions
Jun. 09, 2020
Original American World War II Propaganda Poster Strong
Est: $200 - $350
Martin, David Stone 1913 - 1992. Strong in the Strength of the Lord. Offset 1942. Size: 40.1 x 27.9 in. (102 x 71 cm). Printer: U.S. Government Printing Office. Condition Details: (A-) was folded, small edge tears.
PosterConnection Inc.
Mar. 26, 2020
David Stone Martin, oil on cardboard
Est: $500 - $700
David Stone Martin (American, 1913–1992), Dock Worker, signed lower right, unframed cardboard mounted to panel, 18"h x 24"w
Millea Bros Ltd
Mar. 26, 2020
David Stone Martin, original illustration art
Est: $200 - $300
David Stone Martin (American, 1913-1992), Soldiers in Gas Masks, oil on canvas, signed "David Stone Martin" at lower right, 16"h x 24"w (canvas), unframed
Millea Bros Ltd
Jan. 09, 2020
David Stone Martin Color Litho [Porgy and Bess]
Est: $60 - $120
David Stone Martin (Tennessee, Illinois 1913 - 1992) color lithograph. Signed by artist in pencil lower left. Title 'Porgy and Bess' in plate, lower left. Artist signature also in plate following title. In VG/VG+ condition with minor foxing along edges of sheet. Tape residue on board verso. Measures 12.75-in. x 9.75-in. sheet size, 17.375-in. x 13.75-in. board size. Unframed, mounted on art board. 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
Jan. 09, 2020
David Stone Martin Lithograph [Student]
Est: $50 - $100
David Stone Martin (Tennessee, Illinois 1913 - 1992) lithograph. Signed by artist in pencil lower right. Artist signature also in plate lower right. In VG/VG+ condition. Tape residue on board verso. Measures 13.25-in. x 10.25-in. sheet size, 18.5-in. x 15-in. board size. Unframed, mounted on art board. 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
Jan. 09, 2020
David Stone Martin Lithograph [Musician]
Est: $30 - $60
David Stone Martin (Tennessee, Illinois 1913 - 1992) lithograph. Signed by artist in pencil lower right. Artist initials in plate lower left. In VG+/EX condition. Measures 12.5-in. x 9.625-in. sheet size. Unframed, loose and not mounted or glued down. 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
Nov. 21, 2019
David Stone Martin, oil on cardboard
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
David Stone Martin (American, 1913–1992), Dock Worker, signed lower right, unframed cardboard mounted to panel, 18"h x 24"w
Millea Bros Ltd
Mar. 13, 2019
David Stone Martin (1913-1992) Two Jazz Musicians, Lithograph,
Est: $100 - $200
David Stone Martin (1913-1992) Two Jazz Musicians, Lithograph, Signed in print lower left. Framed dimensions: h: 20 3/4 x w: 16 3/4 in. H: 13 3/4 W: 10 1/2 in.
Gray's Auctioneers
Mar. 12, 2017
Martin, "Park Scene in Winter," Ink on Paper
Est: $200 - $400
David Stone Martin (American, 1913-1992), "Park Scene in Winter," ink on paper, signed lower right; 11 1/4" h x 17" w (view), 17 1/4" h x 22 1/4" w (frame). Provenance: From a Los Angeles, California estate.
Kaminski Auctions
Feb. 28, 2017
3 Original World War II+ Posters UK + Navy
Est: $100 - $600
Artist: Martin, David Stone 1913 - 1992. Strong in the strength of the Lord (3 Posters). Technique: Offset 1942. Size: 27.9 x 22 in. (71 x 56 cm). Printer: U.S. Government Printing Office. Condition details: (A-) was folded (A-), added: -Wanted for Sneezing- by Monk, (B+), and -Make the Royal Navy your career-, 15x10 in./38x25 cm (A). Estimate: 600. Starting Bid: 100.
PosterConnection Inc.
Jan. 24, 2017
David Stone Martin, (2) advertising portfolios
Est: $60 - $80
David Stone Martin (American, 1913-1992), Various figurals, incl. 14 lithographs on paper and 2 offset prints on paper, signed in plate, one portfolio cover pencil signed "David Stone Martin", both portfolios ink signed "Lester Rossin", 13'h x 10"w (sheets), 13.5"h x 10.5"w (folio covers)
Millea Bros Ltd
Nov. 06, 2016
Martin, "Park Scene in Winter," Ink on Paper
Est: $300 - $500
David Stone Martin (American, 1913-1992), "Park Scene in Winter," ink on paper, signed lower right, 11 1/4" high x 17" wide (view), 17 1/4" high x 22 1/4" wide (frame). Provenance: from a Los Angeles, California estate.
Kaminski Auctions
Sep. 14, 2016
Original American World War II Poster STRONG
Est: $100 - $400
Artist: Martin, David Stone 1913 - 1992. Strong in the strength of the Lord. Technique: Offset 1942. Size: 27.9 x 22 in. (71 x 56 cm). Printer: U.S. Government Printing Office. Condition Details: (A-) was folded. Estimate: 400. Starting Bid: 100.
PosterConnection Inc.
Apr. 23, 2016
DAVID MARTIN AMERICAN 1913-1992
Est: $750 - $1,000
The Drummer, Buddy Rich (1980), lithograph, 19 x 15 1/2 in (48.2 x 39.3 cm), pencil signed lower right, ED 36/50
Trinity International Auctions & Appraisals, LLC
Dec. 06, 2015
Vintage World War II "Strength of the Lord" Office of War Information Poster
Est: $300 - $500
Vintage World War II "Strength of the Lord" Office of War Information Poster. Original WWII poster, 40" x 28", OWI Poster No. 8, U.S.Government Printing Office:1942-O-48834. An impressively powerful and striking poster boasting stunning art by David Stone Martin (1913-1992), an influential American artist and a quote by then Vice-President Henry Wallace: " Strong in the strength of the Lord we who fight in the people's cause will never stop until that cause is won." The poster calls for every man and woman to endure the sacrifice and domestic adjustments to further the national agenda simply by illustrating the strength in three outstretched arms, two men's, one a soldier and the other a heavy construction worker, and quite tellingly, the third is that of woman's, very much in the vein of Rosie the Riveter. Folded as mailed. Some minor separations at the fold lines. Overall in very good condition. Estimated Value $300 - 500.
Goldberg Coins & Collectibles
Nov. 12, 2015
David S. Martin (1913-1922) Strong In The Strength
Est: $100 - $300
Type of Item: "Strong In The Strength Of The Lord We Who Fight In The People's Cause Will Never Stop Until That Cause Is Won" war print by David Stone Martin (1913-1992); Production Date: 1942; Origin: United States; Materials: Paper; Note: On matting and beneath original plastic with original creases present
J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC
Nov. 07, 2015
DAVID STONE MARTIN, (American, 1913-1992), Kurt Weill's The Three Penny Opera, Lithograph, ed. 286/450, H 40 x W 26 inches
Est: $300 - $500
DAVID STONE MARTIN (American, 1913-1992) Kurt Weill's The Three Penny Opera Lithograph, ed. 286/450 Signed lower left H 40 x W 26 inches
Morton Auctioneers & Appraisers
Aug. 05, 2015
DAVID STONE MARTIN (1913-1992). "ABOVE AND BEYOND THE CALL OF DUTY." 1943. 28x20 inches, 71x51 cm. U.S. Government Printing Office, Was
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
DAVID STONE MARTIN (1913-1992) "ABOVE AND BEYOND THE CALL OF DUTY." 1943. 28x20 1/4 inches, 71x51 1/2 cm. U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington D.C. Condition B+: minor restoration along vertical and horizontal folds. Nelson, p. 80, War Posters 262.
Swann Auction Galleries
May. 14, 2015
David Stone Martin (1913-1992) Lithograph
Est: $100 - $300
David Stone Martin (1913-1992) Lithograph Artist: David Stone Martin, Title: "Various Artists: Jam Session, vol. 5 Label: Clef 655", Medium: Lithograph, Year or Era Produced: 1955, Signature: Lower left, Edition Number: None present, Sight Area Approximate Measurement: 12.5" x 11", Frame Approximate Measurement: 16.5" x 14.5" x 1", Weight: Approximately 3lbs, Note: Apologies to frame
J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC
Mar. 03, 2015
3 Original American World War II Propaganda Posters
Est: $100 - $600
Martin, David Stone 1913 - 1992. Strong in the Strength of the Lord (3 Posters). Offset 1942. Size: 40.5 x 27.9 in. (103 x 71 cm). Printer: U.S. Government Printing Office. Condition Details: (B+) was folded, on linen (old), surface paper losses at the lower left edge / upper right horiz. fold, added: -Our America-, 27x20 in./69x50 cm, small losses in the top right / bottom left corners, edge tears and needle holes, and -Is your trip necessary-, was folded, small tears.
PosterConnection Inc.
Jan. 22, 2015
DAVID STONE MARTIN. "That Winter."
Est: $200 - $300
DAVID STONE MARTIN. "That Winter." Ink and watercolor on paper. 260x203 mm; 10 1/4x8 inches. Unsigned but stamped on verso. Used for advertising by Lester Rossin Associates, New York. Slightly bowed, glue remnant to lower left margin of image recto. Early 1960s.
Swann Auction Galleries
Nov. 23, 2014
LARGE GROUPING OF DAVID STONE MARTIN ADVERTISING
Est: $100 - $200
For Lester Rossin Associates Inc., Mid-Century. Condition: Good
Westport Auction
Nov. 23, 2014
DAVID STONE MARTIN ADVERTISING ARTWORK GROUPING 9
Est: $100 - $200
About 50 portfolios including Prints by David Stone Martin. Condition: Good
Westport Auction
Nov. 23, 2014
DAVID STONE MARTIN ADVERTISING ARTWORK GROUPING 7
Est: $100 - $200
Large grouping ncluding prints, slides and color plates. Condition: Good
Westport Auction
Nov. 23, 2014
DAVID STONE MARTIN ADVERTISING ARTWORK GROUPING 5
Est: $100 - $200
Including examples of print advertising by David Stone for Lester Rossin Associates Inc. Also including a Mid-Century design books Dimensions: Aprrox: H 13" x W 10" Condition: Good
Westport Auction
Nov. 23, 2014
DAVID STONE MARTIN ADVERTISING ARTWORK GROUPING 4
Est: $100 - $200
Large grouping of black and white advertising prints by David Stone for Lester Rossin Associates Inc. Advertising for Security Mutual Life Insurance Co. Dimensions: Aprrox: H 13" x W 10" Condition: Good
Westport Auction
Nov. 23, 2014
DAVID STONE MARTIN ADVERTISING ARTWORK GROUPING 3
Est: $100 - $200
Large grouping of black and white advertising prints by David Stone for Lester Rossin Associates Inc. Dimensions: Aprrox: H 13" x W 10" Condition: Good
Westport Auction
Nov. 23, 2014
DAVID STONE MARTIN ADVERTISING ARTWORK GROUPING 2
Est: $100 - $200
Mid-Century Advertising Ephemera including 50+ portfolios and portfolio covers by David Stone for Lester Rossin Associates Inc. Dimensions: Approx: H 13" x W 10" Condition: Good
Westport Auction
Nov. 23, 2014
DAVID STONE MARTIN ADVERTISING ARTWORK GROUPING 1
Est: $100 - $200
Mid-Century Advertising Ephemera including 34 Portfolios by David Stone for Lester Rossin Associates Inc. Dimensions: Aprrox: H 13" x W 10" Condition: Good
Westport Auction
Aug. 10, 2014
WWII "Strong in the Strength" David Martin 1942
Est: $50 - $100
Artist: David Stone Artist Dates: 1913-1992 Signed Within Plate: Yes Date of Work: 1942 Description: The title is borrowed from a speech given by Vice President Henry Wallace in 1942 in New York. This poster is kept within a wooden frame and covered by glass. Three arms reach upwards together, one holding a gun and the others holding tools. The words are done in white font, just above the wrench and to the left of the rifle. The background is red and pink, with a brown undertone. Size: 31.0x25.25" Weight: 9lbs 7.8oz Provenance: Dr. David Orzeck Condition: Original fold marks. Artist Biography: David Stone Martin (1913-1992), born David Livingstone Martin, was an influential American artist best known for his illustrations on jazz record albums.He attended the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and was greatly influenced by the line art of Ben Shahn. By 1950, Martin had produced more than 100 covers for Mercury, Asch, Disc and Dial record albums. Many assignments came from his longtime friend, record producer Norman Granz.For various companies, Martin eventually created illustrations for more than 400 record albums. Many of these were simply line art combined with a single color. Martin's favorite tool was a crowquill pen which enabled him to do delicate line work. CBS-TV art director William Golden gave Martin many print ad assignments during the 1950s, and Martin soon expanded into illustration for Seventeen, The Saturday Evening Post and other slick magazines of the 1950s and 1960s. His studio was located in Roosevelt, New Jersey, near his home there.Martin is represented in the Museum of Modern Art, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Art Institute of Chicago and the Smithsonian Institution. He died in 1992.
Louis J. Dianni, LLC
Apr. 27, 2014
DAVID STONE MARTIN HIGHLAND LOGGING WPA ERA LITHO
Est: $200 - $300
DAVID STONE MARTIN HIGHLAND LOGGING" LITHOGRAPH; David Stone Martin (1913 - 1932, America), "Highland Logging", WPA era lithograph, circa 1943-44, signed in graphite lower right, 11 5/8"h x 16"w. Produced for the Associated American Artists, a New York based art gallery and business established in 1934. An example of this lithograph can be found in the permanent collection of the Springfield Museum of Art, Ohio. NOTE tear in upper left corner - photographed,
Rare-Era
Mar. 25, 2014
Large Original American World War II Propaganda Poster
Est: $100 - $400
Martin, David Stone 1913 - 1992. Strong in the Strength of the Lord. Offset 1942. Size: 40.5 x 27.9 in. (103 x 71 cm). Printer: U.S. Government Printing Office. Condition Details: (B+) was folded, on linen (old), minor surface paper losses at the lower left edge and at the upper right horiz. fold.
PosterConnection Inc.
Feb. 17, 2014
WWII Strong in the Strength of the Lord, Martin
Est: $50 - $100
Artist: David Stone Martin Artist Dates: 1913-1992 Signed Within Plate: Yes Date of Work: 1942 Description: The title is borrowed from a speech given by Vice President Henry Wallace in 1942 in New York. Three arms reach upwards together, one holding a gun and the others holding tools. This poster promoted cooperation among various segments of the American society. Martin worked with Ben Shahn at the Office of War Information (OWI) and was greatly influenced by his style. Martin is regarded as one of the best and most prolific of jazz record album illustrators and is responsible for creating more than 400 over the course of his career. He, like Shahn, settled in the New Deal created utopian cooperative aptly named Roosevelt, New Jersey. These artists created what became a vibrant arts community over the years, attracting writers, playwrights, artists and musicians. Today, Roosevelt still stands as a testament to these artists and their vision and a sense of community spirit and artistic expression still permeates this small bucolic enclave. This collection is from Dr. David Orzeck by descent to his daughter Lida Orzeck and the entire collection is offered without reserve. Lida Orzeck came across more than 750 vintage war posters from World War I and World War II in her familyâ€™s home basement that her father, David Orzeck, a Brooklyn doctor, had meticulously collected. Discovered in 1970, the posters â€" of which few pristine prints remain with the exception of the National Archives and the Library of Congress â€" were in mint condition, neatly catalogued and folded in brown wrapping paper from grocery stores. Size: 22"L x 28"H Weight: > 1 ounce Provenance: Dr. David Orzeck Condition: Poster has original fold marks and has not been exposed to sunlight, thus preserving the vibrant colors. Recently backed with archival paper (reversible). Artist Biography: David Livingstone Martin, was an influential American artist best known for his illustrations on jazz record albums.[1]He attended the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and was greatly influenced by the line art of Ben Shahn. By 1950, Martin had produced more than 100 covers for Mercury, Disc and Dial record albums. Many assignments came from his long-time friend, record producer Norman Granz. For various companies, Martin eventually created illustrations for more than 400 record albums. Many of these were simply line art combined with a single color. Martin's favorite tool was a crowquill pen which enabled him to do delicate line work. CBS-TV art director William Golden gave Martin many print ad assignments during the 1950s, and Martin soon expanded into illustration for Seventeen, The Saturday Evening Post and other slick magazines of the 1950s and 1960s. His studio was located in Roosevelt, New Jersey, near his home there. Martin is represented in the Museum of Modern Art, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Art Institute of Chicago and the Smithsonian Institution. He died in 1992. Meta: Poster, WWI, WWII, Military, Militaria, Army, Navy, Marines, AirForce, Propaganda.
Louis J. Dianni, LLC
Feb. 17, 2014
WWII Strong in the Strength of the Lord, Martin
Est: $50 - $100
Artist: David Stone Martin Artist Dates: 1913-1992 Signed Within Plate: Yes Date of Work: 1943 Description: The title is borrowed from a speech given by Vice President Henry Wallace in 1942 in New York. Three arms reach upwards together, one holding a gun and the others holding tools. This poster promoted cooperation among various segments of the American society. Martin worked with Ben Shahn at the Office of War Information (OWI) and was greatly influenced by his style. Martin is regarded as one of the best and most prolific of jazz record album illustrators and is responsible for creating more than 400 over the course of his career. He, like Shahn, settled in the New Deal created utopian cooperative aptly named Roosevelt, New Jersey. These artists created what became a vibrant arts community over the years, attracting writers, playwrights, artists and musicians. Today, Roosevelt still stands as a testament to these artists and their vision and a sense of community spirit and artistic expression still permeates this small bucolic enclave. This collection is from Dr. David Orzeck by descent to his daughter Lida Orzeck and the entire collection is offered without reserve. Lida Orzeck came across more than 750 vintage war posters from World War I and World War II in her familyâ€™s home basement that her father, David Orzeck, a Brooklyn doctor, had meticulously collected. Discovered in 1970, the posters â€" of which few pristine prints remain with the exception of the National Archives and the Library of Congress â€" were in mint condition, neatly catalogued and folded in brown wrapping paper from grocery stores. Size: 22"L x 28"H Weight: < 1 ounce Provenance: Dr. David Orzeck Condition: Poster has original fold marks and has not been exposed to sunlight, thus preserving the vibrant colors. Recently backed with archival paper (reversible). Artist Biography: born David Livingstone Martin, was an influential American artist best known for his illustrations on jazz record albums.He attended the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and was greatly influenced by the line art of Ben Shahn. By 1950, Martin had produced more than 100 covers for Mercury, Disc and Dial record albums. Many assignments came from his long-time friend, record producer Norman Granz. For various companies, Martin eventually created illustrations for more than 400 record albums. Many of these were simply line art combined with a single color. Martin's favorite tool was a crowquill pen which enabled him to do delicate line work. CBS-TV art director William Golden gave Martin many print ad assignments during the 1950s, and Martin soon expanded into illustration for Seventeen, The Saturday Evening Post and other slick magazines of the 1950s and 1960s. His studio was located in Roosevelt, New Jersey, near his home there. Martin is represented in the Museum of Modern Art, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Art Institute of Chicago and the Smithsonian Institution. He died in 1992. Meta: Poster, WWI, WWII, Military, Militaria, Army, Navy, Marines, AirForce, Propaganda.
Louis J. Dianni, LLC
Feb. 17, 2014
WWII Strong in the Strength of the Lord, Martin
Est: $50 - $100
Artist: David Stone Martin Artist Dates: 1913-1992 Signed Within Plate: Yes Date of Work: 1943 Description: The title is borrowed from a speech given by Vice President Henry Wallace in 1942 in New York. Three arms reach upwards together, one holding a gun and the others holding tools. This poster promoted cooperation among various segments of the American society. Martin worked with Ben Shahn at the Office of War Information (OWI) and was greatly influenced by his style. Martin is regarded as one of the best and most prolific of jazz record album illustrators and is responsible for creating more than 400 over the course of his career. He, like Shahn, settled in the New Deal created utopian cooperative aptly named Roosevelt, New Jersey. These artists created what became a vibrant arts community over the years, attracting writers, playwrights, artists and musicians. Today, Roosevelt still stands as a testament to these artists and their vision and a sense of community spirit and artistic expression still permeates this small bucolic enclave. This collection is from Dr. David Orzeck by descent to his daughter Lida Orzeck and the entire collection is offered without reserve. Lida Orzeck came across more than 750 vintage war posters from World War I and World War II in her familyâ€™s home basement that her father, David Orzeck, a Brooklyn doctor, had meticulously collected. Discovered in 1970, the posters â€" of which few pristine prints remain with the exception of the National Archives and the Library of Congress â€" were in mint condition, neatly catalogued and folded in brown wrapping paper from grocery stores. Size: 22"L x 28"H Weight: < 1 ounce Provenance: Dr. David Orzeck Condition: Poster has original fold marks and has not been exposed to sunlight, thus preserving the vibrant colors. Recently backed with archival paper (reversible). Artist Biography: born David Livingstone Martin, was an influential American artist best known for his illustrations on jazz record albums.He attended the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and was greatly influenced by the line art of Ben Shahn. By 1950, Martin had produced more than 100 covers for Mercury, Disc and Dial record albums. Many assignments came from his long-time friend, record producer Norman Granz. For various companies, Martin eventually created illustrations for more than 400 record albums. Many of these were simply line art combined with a single color. Martin's favorite tool was a crowquill pen which enabled him to do delicate line work. CBS-TV art director William Golden gave Martin many print ad assignments during the 1950s, and Martin soon expanded into illustration for Seventeen, The Saturday Evening Post and other slick magazines of the 1950s and 1960s. His studio was located in Roosevelt, New Jersey, near his home there. Martin is represented in the Museum of Modern Art, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Art Institute of Chicago and the Smithsonian Institution. He died in 1992.
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