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Painter, b. 1880 - d. 1951

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  • James Arthur Merriam, Untitled (Southwest Landscape)
    May. 08, 2025

    James Arthur Merriam, Untitled (Southwest Landscape)

    Est: $400 - $600

    James Arthur Merriam (1880 - 1951) Untitled (Southwest Landscape) oil on board signed lower right: JAMES MERRIAM

    Santa Fe Art Auction
  • JAMES A. MERRIAM (1880-1951) OIL ON BOARD, ROCKY L
    Oct. 07, 2024

    JAMES A. MERRIAM (1880-1951) OIL ON BOARD, ROCKY L

    Est: -

    JAMES A. MERRIAM (1880-1951) OIL ON BOARD, ROCKY LANDSCAPE, DATED 1944 OR 1949

    O'Gallerie
  • JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM, AMERICAN 1880-1951, AFTER THE REPAST (READING SCENE), Oil on canvas, 23 3/4 x 20 in. (60.3 x 50.8 cm.), Frame: 35 3/4 x 32 in. (90.8 x 81.3 cm.)
    Jun. 27, 2024

    JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM, AMERICAN 1880-1951, AFTER THE REPAST (READING SCENE), Oil on canvas, 23 3/4 x 20 in. (60.3 x 50.8 cm.), Frame: 35 3/4 x 32 in. (90.8 x 81.3 cm.)

    Est: $100 - $150

    JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM AMERICAN, 1880-1951 AFTER THE REPAST (READING SCENE) Oil on canvas Signed lower left: J. Merriam Catalogue note: James Arthur Merriam was born in Chatham, Ontario, Canada on March 18, 1880. He studied art with Francis Petrus Paulis in Detroit. He worked there as a commercial artist before settling in Los Angeles in 1920. After establishing a studio, he made painting forays into the desert near Palm Springs, the redwoods, the high Sierra, Monterey, Yosemite, and Arizona. Merriam died in Los Angeles on September 8, 1951. He was the father of artist Eleanor Merriam Lukits. Source: Edan Hughes Collection (https://www.edanhughescollection.com/)

    Potomack Company
  • JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM, AMERICAN 1880-1951, AFTER THE REPAST (READING SCENE), Oil on canvas, 23 3/4 x 20 in. (60.3 x 50.8 cm.), Frame: 35 3/4 x 32 in. (90.8 x 81.3 cm.)
    Apr. 30, 2024

    JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM, AMERICAN 1880-1951, AFTER THE REPAST (READING SCENE), Oil on canvas, 23 3/4 x 20 in. (60.3 x 50.8 cm.), Frame: 35 3/4 x 32 in. (90.8 x 81.3 cm.)

    Est: $200 - $300

    JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM AMERICAN, 1880-1951 AFTER THE REPAST (READING SCENE) Oil on canvas signed lower left: J. Merriam Catalogue note: James Arthur Merriam was born in Chatham, Ontario, Canada on March 18, 1880. He studied art with Francis Petrus Paulis in Detroit. He worked there as a commercial artist before settling in Los Angeles in 1920. After establishing a studio, he made painting forays into the desert near Palm Springs, the redwoods, the high Sierra, Monterey, Yosemite, and Arizona. Merriam died in Los Angeles on September 8, 1951. He was the father of artist Eleanor Merriam Lukits. Source: Edan Hughes Collection (https://www.edanhughescollection.com/)

    Potomack Company
  • JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM, AMERICAN, CALIFORNIA, ONTARIO 1880-1951, AMERICAN SCENE -- WESTERN, Oil on board, 24 x 18 1/2 in. (61 x 47 cm.), Frame: 36 1/2 x 41 in. (92.7 x 104.1 cm.)
    Apr. 30, 2024

    JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM, AMERICAN, CALIFORNIA, ONTARIO 1880-1951, AMERICAN SCENE -- WESTERN, Oil on board, 24 x 18 1/2 in. (61 x 47 cm.), Frame: 36 1/2 x 41 in. (92.7 x 104.1 cm.)

    Est: $300 - $500

    JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM AMERICAN, CALIFORNIA, ONTARIO, 1880-1951 AMERICAN SCENE -- WESTERN Oil on board Lower left signed: J.A. Merriam Catalogue note: James Arthur Merriam was born in Chatham, Ontario, Canada on March 18, 1880. He studied art with Francis Petrus Paulis in Detroit. He worked there as a commercial artist before settling in Los Angeles in 1920. After establishing a studio, he made painting forays into the desert near Palm Springs, the redwoods, the high Sierra, Monterey, Yosemite, and Arizona. Merriam died in Los Angeles on September 8, 1951. He was the father of artist Eleanor Merriam Lukits. Source: Edan Hughes Collection (https://www.edanhughescollection.com/)

    Potomack Company
  • James Arthur Merriam (American, 1880-1951) Oil On Canvas, California Desert Landscape, H 25.5" W 30.25"
    Jul. 28, 2023

    James Arthur Merriam (American, 1880-1951) Oil On Canvas, California Desert Landscape, H 25.5" W 30.25"

    Est: $300 - $600

    Signed in the lower left. Depicting a California desert landscape with desert flowers in bloom, and a mountain range in the background under clouds. Bearing a plaque that reads: "Presented To The Recess by K.T. Keller President 1929-1930". Recess Club, Detroit. Kaufman Thuma Keller, President of the Dodge division of the Chrysler Corporation shortly after the purchase of Dodge in 1928, later President of the Chrysler Corporation 1935-1950. Having a giltwood frame, H 33.25", W 38". Provenance: From the Estate of Prominent Collector, Leon Zielinski, Macomb County, MI. DuMouchelle Art Galleries, 9-21-1990 lot #2122.

    DuMouchelles
  • James Arthur Merriam (Canadian/American, 1880-1951), Courtyard view, Mission San Juan Capistrano, oil on canvas, 22 x 30in (56 x 76cm)
    Jan. 15, 2023

    James Arthur Merriam (Canadian/American, 1880-1951), Courtyard view, Mission San Juan Capistrano, oil on canvas, 22 x 30in (56 x 76cm)

    Est: $300 - $500

    James Arthur Merriam (Canadian/American, 1880-1951) Courtyard view, Mission San Juan Capistrano oil on canvas signed lower left Jas A. Merriam

    Andrew Jones Auctions
  • JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM (1880 - 1951): DESERT LANDSCAPE
    Nov. 17, 2022

    JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM (1880 - 1951): DESERT LANDSCAPE

    Est: $200 - $300

    oil on canvas; signed lower left; 40 x 50 1/4 inches; 47 1/2 x 57 1/2 inches frame

    Abell Auction
  • JAMES MERRIAM (1880-1951), DESSERT LANDSCAPE, O/C
    Oct. 19, 2022

    JAMES MERRIAM (1880-1951), DESSERT LANDSCAPE, O/C

    Est: $300 - $500

    Property from the Collection of John and Virginia Duncan, Savannah, GA Description: James Merriam (CA/Ontario, 1880-1951), Dessert Landscape, Oil on Canvas, signed lower left, depicting a desert landscape with cactus and flowers, with pencil inscription 'purchased from Ann Lemley, Waters Ave. Antiques Mall, Savannah, GA, Aug. 7, 1991, John D. Duncan' on verso, in a giltwood frame. Frame size: 19 7/8 in. x 23 7/8 in. Measurements: Height: by sight 15 1/2 in. x Width: 20 in. Condition: Good condition, relined, craquelure, areas of inpainting throughout sky.

    Everard Auctions and Appraisals
  • JAMES MERRIAM - WESTERN LANDSCAPE - O/C
    Jul. 20, 2022

    JAMES MERRIAM - WESTERN LANDSCAPE - O/C

    Est: $600 - $900

    James Merriam, American,1880-1951, Western Landscape, O/C

    Litchfield Auctions
  • JAMES A. MERRIAM (1880 - 1951): CALIFORNIA DESERT
    Feb. 17, 2022

    JAMES A. MERRIAM (1880 - 1951): CALIFORNIA DESERT

    Est: $200 - $300

    oil on canvas; signed lower right; 30 x 40 inches; 35 1/2 x 45 1/2 inches frame

    Abell Auction
  • JAMES A. MERRIAM (1880 - 1951: MOUNTAIN LANDSCAPE
    Oct. 28, 2021

    JAMES A. MERRIAM (1880 - 1951: MOUNTAIN LANDSCAPE

    Est: $200 - $300

    oil on canvas; signed lower left; another, incomplete landscape painted to verso; 36 x 29 inches; 43 x 34 1/2 inches frame

    Abell Auction
  • James Arthur Merriam
    Apr. 02, 2021

    James Arthur Merriam

    Est: $300 - $500

    James Arthur Merriam (California, 1880-1951) DESERT LANDSCAPE oil on canvas, unframed, signed H25" W30" Provenance: Property from a Texas Estate

    Charlton Hall
  • James Arthur Merriam, (American, 1880-1951), Desert landscape, oil on canvas, 29 x 40in (74 x 102cm)
    Nov. 10, 2020

    James Arthur Merriam, (American, 1880-1951), Desert landscape, oil on canvas, 29 x 40in (74 x 102cm)

    Est: $500 - $700

    James Arthur Merriam (American, 1880-1951) Desert landscape oil on canvas signed lower right JAMES MERRIAM 29 x 40in (74 x 102cm)

    Andrew Jones Auctions
  • James Arthur Merriam (1880-1951) Oil On Canvas
    Oct. 17, 2020

    James Arthur Merriam (1880-1951) Oil On Canvas

    Est: -

    Signed Towards The Bottom Right Hand Corner. In Overall Good Condition. Frame Measures Approximately 31in X 35in. Art Measures Approximately 24in X 29in. Nr12613 Zh

    EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
  • James A. Merriam oil
    Oct. 19, 2019

    James A. Merriam oil

    Est: $200 -

    James A. Merriam (American 1880-1951)- Western Landscape- oil on canvas, signed lower right, framed. 27 x 34 3/4''

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Painting, James Arthur Merriam
    Jun. 15, 2019

    Painting, James Arthur Merriam

    Est: $200 - $400

    James Arthur Merriam (American, 1880-1951), Road Through the Desert, oil on canvas, signed lower left, overall (with frame): 22"h x 26"w

    Clars Auctions
  • Painting, James Merriam
    Dec. 15, 2018

    Painting, James Merriam

    Est: $300 - $500

    James Arthur Merriam (American, 1880-1951), "Desert Landscape," oil on board, signed lower , gallery label (Biltmore Galleries, Los Angeles, CA) affixed verso, overall (with frame): 22"h x 28"w. Provenance: Estate of Edan Milton Hughes (San Francisco, CA)

    Clars Auctions
  • James Arthur Merriam Oil On Canvas Landscape
    Dec. 06, 2018

    James Arthur Merriam Oil On Canvas Landscape

    Est: $300 - $600

    James Arthur Merriam (American, 1880-1951). Signed lower left. Framed. Canvas size: 25 in. H x 30.125 in. W, Frame: 30 in. H x 35 in. W x 1.75 in. D.

    Hughes Auctions
  • Painting, James Merriam
    Nov. 17, 2018

    Painting, James Merriam

    Est: $500 - $700

    James Arthur Merriam (American, 1880-1951), "Desert Landscape," oil on board, signed lower , gallery label (Biltmore Galleries, Los Angeles, CA) affixed verso, overall (with frame): 22"h x 28"w. Provenance: Estate of Edan Milton Hughes (San Francisco, CA)

    Clars Auctions
  • American Oil On Canvas Painting By James Marriam
    Sep. 23, 2018

    American Oil On Canvas Painting By James Marriam

    Est: $1,500 - $2,500

    American Oil On Canvas Painting By James Marriam Oil on canvas painting by James Arthur Merriam. Title: “Desert Road” Size: 30 inches by 40 1/2 inches (76.2 cm. by 102.9 cm.) Frame: 34 by 44 1/2 inches (86.4 cm. by 86.4 cm.).

    Hidden Treasures Antiques & Fine Arts
  • James Arthur Merriam (1880 - 1951)
    Apr. 29, 2018

    James Arthur Merriam (1880 - 1951)

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    James Arthur Merriam (California, Ontario / Canada, 1880 - 1951) Painting of a Western American River landscape with mountains in the background. Oil on canvas. Signed lower left. Sight size: 19 x 23 inches.

    Sarasota Estate Auction
  • Painting, James Arthur Merriam
    Dec. 17, 2017

    Painting, James Arthur Merriam

    Est: $700 - $1,000

    James Arthur Merriam (American, 1880-1951), "Mission San Juan Capistrano," oil on canvas, signed lower left, canvas: 26"h x 30"w, overall (with frame): 30"h x 34.5"w

    Clars Auctions
  • Painting, James Merriam
    Dec. 16, 2017

    Painting, James Merriam

    Est: $500 - $700

    James Merriam (American, 1880-1951) Road to Palm Springs, oil on canvas, signed lower left, overall (unframed): 25.5"h x 30"w. Provenance: Estate of Edan Milton Hughes (San Francisco, CA)

    Clars Auctions
  • JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM OIL ON CANVAS
    Oct. 22, 2017

    JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM OIL ON CANVAS

    Est: $400 - $600

    JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM (AMERICAN, 1880-1951), OIL ON CANVAS, H 8", W 10", SHIP AT SEA:Signed. Canvas size 8" x 10". James Merriam studied under Robert Hopkin, a respected American artist. . Wood frame is 13" x 15".

    DuMouchelles
  • JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM (1880-1951, California/Canada) BEACH AT SUNSET - Oil on canvas composition depicting the sun setting over the P...
    Sep. 09, 2017

    JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM (1880-1951, California/Canada) BEACH AT SUNSET - Oil on canvas composition depicting the sun setting over the P...

    Est: $300 - $600

    JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM (1880-1951, California/Canada) BEACH AT SUNSET - Oil on canvas composition depicting the sun setting over the Pacific ocean with waves rolling into the beach. Canvas and oil are in good condition for the age. Isolated areas of craquelure occurring. Measures 21.5"L x 29.5"W 25"L x 33"W

    Pacific Galleries
  • JAMES MERRIAM OIL ON CANVAS LAID ON BOARD
    Aug. 20, 2017

    JAMES MERRIAM OIL ON CANVAS LAID ON BOARD

    Est: $400 - $700

    JAMES MERRIAM OIL ON CANVAS, LAID ON BOARD, H 21" W 17" YOSEMITE PATH:James Arthur Merriam [American, 1880-1951]. Depicting a man on horseback with cattle, foliage and a mountain in the background. Signed lower right. Framed

    DuMouchelles
  • James Arthur Merriam (1880-1951 Los Angeles, CA)
    Jan. 24, 2017

    James Arthur Merriam (1880-1951 Los Angeles, CA)

    Est: $300 - $400

    Desert landscape, signed lower right: James Merriam, oil on canvas, 27'' H x 40'' W, est: $300/400.

    John Moran Auctioneers
  • James Arthur Merriam (1880-1951 Los Angeles, CA)
    Sep. 24, 2016

    James Arthur Merriam (1880-1951 Los Angeles, CA)

    Est: $600 - $800

    Desert landscape, signed lower right: James Merriam, oil on canvas, 27'' H x 40'' W, est: $600/800.

    John Moran Auctioneers
  • James Arthur Merriam (1880-1951 Los Angeles, CA)
    Jul. 30, 2016

    James Arthur Merriam (1880-1951 Los Angeles, CA)

    Est: $400 - $600

    Flowering desert landscape, signed lower left: James Artur [sic] Merriam, oil on canvas, 20'' H x 24'' W, est: $400/600.

    John Moran Auctioneers
  • James Merriam (1880-1951) Southwest Painting
    Oct. 16, 2014

    James Merriam (1880-1951) Southwest Painting

    Est: $400 - $600

    Listed artist, oil on canvas painting, signed lower left. Southwestern desert mountain scene. Good condition, some craquelure in the paint. Image size is approximately 21.5" x 27.5", frame 30" x 36" x 2" and weighs 9.5 pounds.

    J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC
  • JAMES MERRIAM (1880-1951) Southwest Painting
    Sep. 25, 2014

    JAMES MERRIAM (1880-1951) Southwest Painting

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Listed artist, oil on canvas painting, signed lower left. Southwestern desert mountain scene. Good condition, some craquelure in the paint. Image size is approximately 21.5" x 27.5", frame 30" x 36" x 2" and weighs 9.5 pounds.

    J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC
  • James Arthur Merriam, "Southwest Landscape" O/C
    Mar. 23, 2014

    James Arthur Merriam, "Southwest Landscape" O/C

    Est: $700 - $900

    James Arthur Merriam, (California, 1880 -1951), "Southwest Landscape", oil on canvas, signed lower right "James Merriam". Sight size: 25 1/2" high, 29 1/2" wide; frame size: 34 1/2" high, 38 1/4" wide. Condition: light soiling, crazing,

    Schwenke Auctioneers
  • Painting, James Arthur Merriam, Palm Springs
    Aug. 11, 2013

    Painting, James Arthur Merriam, Palm Springs

    Est: $700 - $900

    James Arthur Merriam (Californian, 1880-1951), "Palm Springs," oilon canvas, signed lower left, sight: 28''h x 36''w, overall (with frame): 35.5''h x 43''w

    Clars Auctions
  • Painting, James Arthur Merriam, Desert Landscape
    Aug. 11, 2013

    Painting, James Arthur Merriam, Desert Landscape

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    James Arthur Merriam (Californian, 1880-1951) Desert Landscape, oil on canvas, signed lower right, sight: 29.5''h x 39.5''w, overall (with frame): 38''h x 47.75''w

    Clars Auctions
  • James Arthur Merriam (American, 1880-1951)
    Apr. 14, 2013

    James Arthur Merriam (American, 1880-1951)

    Est: $1,500 - $2,500

    Mission San Juan Capistrano signed indistinctly 'Ja..s Merriam' (lower left) and signed 'James Merriam' (on the stretcher bar) oil on canvas 25 x 30in

    Bonhams
  • James Arthur Merriam, "Landscape," c. 1930, oil
    Dec. 01, 2012

    James Arthur Merriam, "Landscape," c. 1930, oil

    Est: $500 - $700

    James Arthur Merriam (American, 1880-1951) "Landscape," c. 1930, oil on canvas, 20" x 30", signed lower right, framed

    Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
  • James Arthur Merriam (1880-1951 Los Angeles, CA)
    Nov. 13, 2012

    James Arthur Merriam (1880-1951 Los Angeles, CA)

    Est: $700 - $1,000

    Mission arches, signed lower left: James Merriam, oil on masonite, 30'' H x 36'' W, est:$700/1000 *** Please click ''view more'', below right for more information. ***

    John Moran Auctioneers
  • JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM ORIGINAL LANDSCAPE PAINTING
    Jun. 16, 2012

    JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM ORIGINAL LANDSCAPE PAINTING

    Est: $500 - $800

    (American 1880-1951) Large framed oil on canvas entitled 'The Reconnoiter'. For more details please contact the auction house directly.

    Midnight Sun Antique Auction
  • James Merriam. Oil on Canvas.
    Nov. 03, 2011

    James Merriam. Oil on Canvas.

    Est: $300 - $600

    Lot includes oil on canvas Signed lower right. Colorful landscape image depicted. Image size 24.5" X 30". Exterior dimensions includes frame 31" X 37". Examine.

    Weiss Auctions
  • James Arthur Merriam (1880 - 1951) Desert Landscape - Oil on Canvas
    Sep. 24, 2011

    James Arthur Merriam (1880 - 1951) Desert Landscape - Oil on Canvas

    Est: $600 - $800

    Measures 30 by 24 inch canvas, signed lower left. Has some craquelure and needs cleaning.

    J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC
  • JAMES MERRIAM WESTERN LANDSCAPE PAINTING
    Jan. 23, 2011

    JAMES MERRIAM WESTERN LANDSCAPE PAINTING

    Est: $500 - $800

    MERRIAM, James, (Canadian, 1880-1951): Western River Valley Landscape, OIL/Canvas, 20" x 24", signed, period carved and gilded frame with minor wear, 24 1/2" x 28 1/2".

    Burchard Galleries Inc
  • JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM OIL ON CANVAS (California,
    Nov. 29, 2010

    JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM OIL ON CANVAS (California,

    Est: $900 - $1,400

    JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM OIL ON CANVAS (California, 1880-1951) titled "Desert" depicting a wagon trail in the California desert. Image measures 30" x 40", signed "James Merriam" lower right and also signed verso "Desert - Painted By James Merriam L.A." Set in a period gilt wood frame. Provenance: One of three paintings by Merriam commissioned by Edward Dale and passed down within the family.

    O'Gallerie
  • James Merriam (1880-1951 Los Angeles, CA)
    May. 25, 2010

    James Merriam (1880-1951 Los Angeles, CA)

    Est: $700 - $1,000

    San Juan Capistrano courtyard, signed lower right: James Merriam, oil on waxed canvas

    John Moran Auctioneers
  • JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM (American, 1880-1951) Coastal
    Nov. 12, 2009

    JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM (American, 1880-1951) Coastal

    Est: $400 - $600

    JAMES ARTHUR MERRIAM (American, 1880-1951) Coastal Landscape, c. 1920s Oil on canvas 12 x 14-1/2 inches (30.5 x 36.8 cm) Signed lower right: James Merriam

    Heritage Auctions
  • James Arthur Merriam (American, 1880-1951)
    Mar. 08, 2009

    James Arthur Merriam (American, 1880-1951)

    Est: $500 - $700

    James Arthur Merriam (American, 1880-1951) "California Landscape," c. 1940, oil on canvas, 25" x 30", signed lower left, framed

    Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
  • James Arthur Merriam (American, 1880-1951) Desert Scene 25 x 30in
    Feb. 08, 2009

    James Arthur Merriam (American, 1880-1951) Desert Scene 25 x 30in

    Est: $400 - $600

    Desert Scene signed 'James Merriam' (lower left) oil on canvas 25 x 30in

    Bonhams
  • James Arthur Merriam (American, 1880-1951) Desert in Bloom (Palm Springs) 25 x 30in
    Feb. 08, 2009

    James Arthur Merriam (American, 1880-1951) Desert in Bloom (Palm Springs) 25 x 30in

    Est: $500 - $750

    Desert in Bloom (Palm Springs) signed 'James Merriam' (lower left) oil on canvas 25 x 30in

    Bonhams
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