Gordon Parks Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Gordon Parks Art Value Price Guide

Apr. 24, 2025
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006), "Loneliness", 1999
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006) "Loneliness", 1999 iris print on watercolor paper transparency and print from 1999. Unframed.
New Orleans Auction Galleries
Apr. 24, 2025
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006), "A Star for Noon", 1975
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006) "A Star for Noon", 1975 iris print on watercolor paper printed 1995 from a 1975 transparency. Unframed.
New Orleans Auction Galleries
Apr. 24, 2025
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006), "Valleys and Coves", 1993
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006) "Valleys and Coves", 1993 iris print on watercolor paper printed 1995 from a 1993 transparency. Unframed.
New Orleans Auction Galleries
Apr. 23, 2025
Gordon Parks "Eye Music"
Est: $60 - $80
Gordon Parks "Eye Music". Reproduction Print. 24 x 33. Excellent condition
Bruce Teleky Inc.
Apr. 12, 2025
GORDON PARKS 'COLORED ENTRANCE, DEPARTMENT STORE'
Est: $300 - $500
Gordon Parks 'Colored Entrance, Department Store' archival pigment print, printed after. Mounted to cardstock. Measures 12 1/4" x 12 1/4".
Antiques & Modern Auction Gallery
Mar. 30, 2025
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006), "Day Dreamer", 1970
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006) "Day Dreamer", 1970 iris print on watercolor paper printed 1995 from a 1970 transparency. Unframed.
New Orleans Auction Galleries
Mar. 23, 2025
Gordon Parks "Eye Music"
Est: $60 - $80
Gordon Parks "Eye Music". Reproduction Print. 24 x 33. Excellent condition
Bruce Teleky Inc.
Mar. 04, 2025
Gordon Parks, Ella Watson, American Gothic, Washington, DC (from the Mother Jones International Fund for Documentary Photography: Civil Rights portfolio)
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Gordon Parks Ella Watson, American Gothic, Washington, DC (from the Mother Jones International Fund for Documentary Photography: Civil Rights portfolio) 1942 / printed 1996 gelatin silver print image: 13.250 h x 9.625 w in (34 x 24 cm) sheet: 14.000 h x 11.125 w in (36 x 28 cm) Signed and dated to verso 'Gordon Parks 1942'. This work is from the edition of 50 published by Mother Jones Fine Prints, San Francisco. Literature: "Ella Watson: The Empowered Woman of Gordon Parks's 'American Gothic'," Willis, The New York Times, 14 May 2018, unpaginated Gordon Parks: American Gothic: Gordon Parks and Ella Watson, Steidl, ed., cover This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Mar. 01, 2025
Gordon Parks "Eye Music"
Est: $60 - $80
Gordon Parks "Eye Music". Reproduction Print. 24 x 33. Excellent condition
Bruce Teleky Inc.
Feb. 13, 2025
GORDON PARKS (1912-2006) Abstraction (bird). 1981.
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
GORDON PARKS (1912-2006) Abstraction (bird). 1981. Dye transfer print, the image measuring 20¼x29¼ inches (51.4x74.3 cm.), flush mounted, with Parks' signature and date in ink on recto. Provenance Swann Galleries, sale 1956, lot 11, January 9, 2003; to the Present Owner
Swann Auction Galleries
Feb. 13, 2025
GORDON PARKS (1912-2006) Lighthouse. 1945; printed 1980s.
Est: $3,000 - $4,500
GORDON PARKS (1912-2006) Lighthouse. 1945; printed 1980s. Silver print, the image measuring 18⅞x29⅞ inches (47.9x75.9 cm.), with Parks' signature in silver ink on recto. Provenance Swann Galleries, sale 2026, lot 252, December 7, 2004; to the Present Owner
Swann Auction Galleries
Feb. 08, 2025
Gordon Parks "Eye Music"
Est: $60 - $80
Gordon Parks "Eye Music". Reproduction Print. 24 x 33. Excellent condition
Bruce Teleky Inc.
Dec. 14, 2024
Gordon Parks, 1912-2006, American Gothic (Ella Watson)
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Gordon Parks 1912-2006 American Gothic (Ella Watson) 1942 (printed 1980) silver print 9-1/3 x 6-3/4 inches artist's name printed in pencil verso Provenance: private collection, Dallas, TX from the Gordon Parks Foundation website: "At first, I asked her about her life, what it was like, and so disastrous that I felt that I must photograph this woman in a way that would make me feel or make the public feel about what Washington D.C., was in 1942. So I put her before the American flag with a broom in one hand and a mop in another. And I said, "American Gothic"âthat's how I felt at the moment. I didn't care about what anybody else felt. That's what I felt about America and Ella Watson's position inside America." âGordon Parks, 1998. Gordon Parksâs 1942 portrait of government worker Ella Watson, which he famously titled American Gothic, is among the most celebrated and influential photographs of the 20th century. Created as part of an extensive collaboration between the photographer and his subject, it is at once a record of one womanâs position within the racial, professional, and economic hierarchies that stratified the nationâs capital and Parksâs visual reckoning with the realities of Black life in racially segregated Washington, D.C. Remarkably layered and yet instantly legible, American Gothic communicated a complex of injustices with the barest of means: a flag, a woman, a broom, a mop. Its canny allusions to other icons of modern American visual culture, including Grant Woodâs painting of the same title, strengthen the impact of what Parks described as âan indictment of America.â This exhibition and its accompanying publication is the first in-depth survey of this formative project in Parksâs career, providing a context for understanding how American Gothic became one of the defining images of the ongoing struggle for civil rights. In January 1942, with the support of a Rosenwald Fellowship, Parks arrived in Washington, D.C., to apprentice at the Farm Security Administration (FSA). While there, he met Ella Watson, one of the women who cleaned the government offices. After learning about her family and their struggles, Parks decided to make her the subject of his first extended picture story. The resulting photographs were a breakthrough in Parksâ career. Through Watson, he was able to provide an intimate, humanist perspective on Black American life by photographing their everyday activities, both the struggles and moments of joy. The series of photographs, with American Gothic at its center, conveys a remarkably intimate portrait of Watson as a multidimensional figure, vitally importantâand paradoxically overlookedâwithin the civic sphere.
Black Art Auction
Dec. 08, 2024
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006), "Awakening"
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006) "Awakening", 1999 iris print on watercolor paper transparency and print from 1999 Unframed.
New Orleans Auction Galleries
Dec. 08, 2024
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006), "American Gothic"
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006) "American Gothic, Washington, D.C. (Ellen Watson)", 2021 archival pigment print from the 1942 negative, printed by the Art Guild Press, Santa Fe, New Mexico, signed in print lower right, printer's embossed mark lower right, signed Robert Erlichman, dated "8/18/2021" and with image serial number "297934" en verso. Unframed but in foldover portfolio.
New Orleans Auction Galleries
Nov. 20, 2024
Gordon Parks (1912-2006): Big Mama and Boy
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Gelatin silver print, 1961, date of print unknown, signed and inscribed 'artist proof', the edition was 99. 16 x 20 in. (sheet), 23 3/4 x 27 3/4 in. (frame).
STAIR
Nov. 20, 2024
Gordon Parks (1912-2006): Old Woman, France
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Gelatin silver print, 1952, date of print unknown, signed and inscribed 'artist proof', the edition was 99. 20 x 16 in. (sheet), 23 3/4 x 19 3.4 in. (frame).
STAIR
Nov. 20, 2024
Gordon Parks (1912-2006): Place de la Concorde
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Gelatin silver print, 1951, date of print unknown, signed and inscribed 'artist proof', the edition was 99. 16 x 17 1/4 in. (sheet), 20 x 19 7/8 in. (frame).
STAIR
Nov. 09, 2024
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006), "Despair", 1967
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006) "Despair", 1967 iris print on watercolor paper printed 1995 from a 1967 transparency. Unframed.
New Orleans Auction Galleries
Nov. 09, 2024
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006), "Affaire d'Amour", 1999
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006) "Affaire d'Amour", 1999 iris print on watercolor paper transparency and print both dated 1999. Unframed.
New Orleans Auction Galleries
Nov. 09, 2024
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006), "Yearning", 1967
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006) "Yearning", 1967 iris print on watercolor paper printed 1995 from a 1967 transparency. Unframed.
New Orleans Auction Galleries
Nov. 09, 2024
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006), "Dawn Breaks", 1967
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006) "Dawn Breaks", 1967 iris print on watercolor paper printed ca. 1995 from 1967 transparency. Unframed.
New Orleans Auction Galleries
Oct. 31, 2024
GORDON PARKS (1912-2006) Portrait of Alberto Giacometti. 1951; printed 1990s.
Est: $5,000 - $7,500
GORDON PARKS (1912-2006) Portrait of Alberto Giacometti. 1951; printed 1990s. Silver print, the image measuring 10x11¾ inches (25.4x29.8 cm.), the sheet 11x14 inches (27.9x35.6 cm.), with Parks' signature and date 1997 in ink on verso. Apparently Parks selectively bleached and toned this print to emphasize the drama of the sculptor sitting amidst his work. Provenance Gifted by Parks to a friend in 1997; to the Present Owner
Swann Auction Galleries
Sep. 28, 2024
GORDON PARKS 'COLORED ENTRANCE' PHOTOGRAPH
Est: $400 - $600
Gordon Parks 'Colored Entrance, Department Store' glossy photo print. Mounted. Measures 8" x 8".
Antiques & Modern Auction Gallery
Sep. 28, 2024
GORDON PARKS 'EMERGING MAN' GLOSSY PHOTO
Est: $300 - $400
Gordon Parks 'Emerging Man' glossy photo print. Mounted. Measures 10" x 6 1/8".
Antiques & Modern Auction Gallery
Sep. 10, 2024
Gordon Parks - Expansion - 1981 Offset Lithograph 19" x 25"
Est: $50 - $150
"Expansion" by Gordon Parks, 1981 Unsigned Offset Lithograph. Paper size is 19 x 25 inches, with an image size of 11 x 16.5 inches. The Offset Lithograph is from an unknown edition size. and is not framed. The condition was rated A-: Near Mint, very light signs of handling. Additional details: 1981 Alex Rosenberg Gallery Exhibition Poster printed on glossy paper. Light denting in image
DUMBO Auctions
Jun. 11, 2024
Gordon Parks - Expansion - 1981 Offset Lithograph 19" x 25"
Est: $50 - $150
"Expansion" by Gordon Parks, 1981 Unsigned Offset Lithograph. Paper size is 19 x 25 inches, with an image size of 11 x 16.5 inches. The Offset Lithograph is from an unknown edition size. and is not framed. The condition was rated A-: Near Mint, very light signs of handling. Additional details: 1981 Alex Rosenberg Gallery Exhibition Poster printed on glossy paper. Light denting in image
DUMBO Auctions
May. 26, 2024
Gordon Parks "Untitled" Print.
Est: $200 - $400
Gordon Parks (1912-2006) was an American photographer, filmmaker, writer, and composer. He was born on November 30, 1912, in Fort Scott, Kansas. Parks is best known for his powerful and influential work documenting social issues, particularly focing on the African American experience. Parks began his career as a photographer in the 1930s, working for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) during the Great Depression. He captured images that depicted the struggles of impoverished Americans, including those affected by the Dt Bowl and racial segregation.In the 1940s, Parks became the first African American photographer for Life magazine, where he continued to cover a wide range of subjects, including fashion, sports, and social issues. One of his most famo photo essays for Life was "The Harlem Gang Leader" (1948), which documented the life of a young gang leader named Red Jackson. Parks also made a significant impact as a documentary filmmaker. In 1969, he directed the film "The Learning Tree," based on his own semi-autobiographical novel. This made him the first African American to direct a major Hollywood studio production. He went on to direct other films, including "Shaft" (1971), a popular and influential blaxploitation film. Throughout his career, Parks ed his art to address social injtice and advocate for civil rights. He aimed to shed light on the human condition and challenge racial stereotypes through his photography and films. Parks' work continues to inspire and influence generations of artists, photographers, and filmmakers. In recognition of his contributions, Gordon Parks received numero awards, including the National Medal of Arts in 1988. He passed away on March 7, 2006, leaving behind a rich and enduring legacy as a pioneering photographer and filmmaker. Measures 6.5 x 9.01 Verso is blank. Mounted to archival quality paper.
Morgan Auctions
May. 26, 2024
Gordon Parks "Untitled" Print.
Est: $200 - $400
Gordon Parks (1912-2006) was an American photographer, filmmaker, writer, and composer. He was born on November 30, 1912, in Fort Scott, Kansas. Parks is best known for his powerful and influential work documenting social issues, particularly focing on the African American experience. Parks began his career as a photographer in the 1930s, working for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) during the Great Depression. He captured images that depicted the struggles of impoverished Americans, including those affected by the Dt Bowl and racial segregation.In the 1940s, Parks became the first African American photographer for Life magazine, where he continued to cover a wide range of subjects, including fashion, sports, and social issues. One of his most famo photo essays for Life was "The Harlem Gang Leader" (1948), which documented the life of a young gang leader named Red Jackson. Parks also made a significant impact as a documentary filmmaker. In 1969, he directed the film "The Learning Tree," based on his own semi-autobiographical novel. This made him the first African American to direct a major Hollywood studio production. He went on to direct other films, including "Shaft" (1971), a popular and influential blaxploitation film. Throughout his career, Parks ed his art to address social injtice and advocate for civil rights. He aimed to shed light on the human condition and challenge racial stereotypes through his photography and films. Parks' work continues to inspire and influence generations of artists, photographers, and filmmakers. In recognition of his contributions, Gordon Parks received numero awards, including the National Medal of Arts in 1988. He passed away on March 7, 2006, leaving behind a rich and enduring legacy as a pioneering photographer and filmmaker. Measures 6 x 9.01 Verso is blank. Mounted to archival quality paper.
Morgan Auctions
May. 26, 2024
Gordon Parks "Untitled" Print.
Est: $200 - $400
Gordon Parks (1912-2006) was an American photographer, filmmaker, writer, and composer. He was born on November 30, 1912, in Fort Scott, Kansas. Parks is best known for his powerful and influential work documenting social issues, particularly focing on the African American experience. Parks began his career as a photographer in the 1930s, working for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) during the Great Depression. He captured images that depicted the struggles of impoverished Americans, including those affected by the Dt Bowl and racial segregation.In the 1940s, Parks became the first African American photographer for Life magazine, where he continued to cover a wide range of subjects, including fashion, sports, and social issues. One of his most famo photo essays for Life was "The Harlem Gang Leader" (1948), which documented the life of a young gang leader named Red Jackson. Parks also made a significant impact as a documentary filmmaker. In 1969, he directed the film "The Learning Tree," based on his own semi-autobiographical novel. This made him the first African American to direct a major Hollywood studio production. He went on to direct other films, including "Shaft" (1971), a popular and influential blaxploitation film. Throughout his career, Parks ed his art to address social injtice and advocate for civil rights. He aimed to shed light on the human condition and challenge racial stereotypes through his photography and films. Parks' work continues to inspire and influence generations of artists, photographers, and filmmakers. In recognition of his contributions, Gordon Parks received numero awards, including the National Medal of Arts in 1988. He passed away on March 7, 2006, leaving behind a rich and enduring legacy as a pioneering photographer and filmmaker. Measures 6 x 9.01 Verso is blank. Mounted to archival quality paper.
Morgan Auctions
May. 26, 2024
Gordon Parks "Untitled" Print.
Est: $200 - $400
Gordon Parks (1912-2006) was an American photographer, filmmaker, writer, and composer. He was born on November 30, 1912, in Fort Scott, Kansas. Parks is best known for his powerful and influential work documenting social issues, particularly focing on the African American experience. Parks began his career as a photographer in the 1930s, working for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) during the Great Depression. He captured images that depicted the struggles of impoverished Americans, including those affected by the Dt Bowl and racial segregation.In the 1940s, Parks became the first African American photographer for Life magazine, where he continued to cover a wide range of subjects, including fashion, sports, and social issues. One of his most famo photo essays for Life was "The Harlem Gang Leader" (1948), which documented the life of a young gang leader named Red Jackson. Parks also made a significant impact as a documentary filmmaker. In 1969, he directed the film "The Learning Tree," based on his own semi-autobiographical novel. This made him the first African American to direct a major Hollywood studio production. He went on to direct other films, including "Shaft" (1971), a popular and influential blaxploitation film. Throughout his career, Parks ed his art to address social injtice and advocate for civil rights. He aimed to shed light on the human condition and challenge racial stereotypes through his photography and films. Parks' work continues to inspire and influence generations of artists, photographers, and filmmakers. In recognition of his contributions, Gordon Parks received numero awards, including the National Medal of Arts in 1988. He passed away on March 7, 2006, leaving behind a rich and enduring legacy as a pioneering photographer and filmmaker. Measures 5.77 x 9.01 Verso is blank. Mounted to archival quality paper.
Morgan Auctions
May. 26, 2024
Gordon Parks "Untitled" Print.
Est: $200 - $400
Gordon Parks (1912-2006) was an American photographer, filmmaker, writer, and composer. He was born on November 30, 1912, in Fort Scott, Kansas. Parks is best known for his powerful and influential work documenting social issues, particularly focing on the African American experience. Parks began his career as a photographer in the 1930s, working for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) during the Great Depression. He captured images that depicted the struggles of impoverished Americans, including those affected by the Dt Bowl and racial segregation.In the 1940s, Parks became the first African American photographer for Life magazine, where he continued to cover a wide range of subjects, including fashion, sports, and social issues. One of his most famo photo essays for Life was "The Harlem Gang Leader" (1948), which documented the life of a young gang leader named Red Jackson. Parks also made a significant impact as a documentary filmmaker. In 1969, he directed the film "The Learning Tree," based on his own semi-autobiographical novel. This made him the first African American to direct a major Hollywood studio production. He went on to direct other films, including "Shaft" (1971), a popular and influential blaxploitation film. Throughout his career, Parks ed his art to address social injtice and advocate for civil rights. He aimed to shed light on the human condition and challenge racial stereotypes through his photography and films. Parks' work continues to inspire and influence generations of artists, photographers, and filmmakers. In recognition of his contributions, Gordon Parks received numero awards, including the National Medal of Arts in 1988. He passed away on March 7, 2006, leaving behind a rich and enduring legacy as a pioneering photographer and filmmaker. Measures 6.27 x 9.01 Verso is blank. Mounted to archival quality paper.
Morgan Auctions
May. 26, 2024
Gordon Parks "Untitled" Print.
Est: $200 - $400
Gordon Parks (1912-2006) was an American photographer, filmmaker, writer, and composer. He was born on November 30, 1912, in Fort Scott, Kansas. Parks is best known for his powerful and influential work documenting social issues, particularly focing on the African American experience. Parks began his career as a photographer in the 1930s, working for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) during the Great Depression. He captured images that depicted the struggles of impoverished Americans, including those affected by the Dt Bowl and racial segregation.In the 1940s, Parks became the first African American photographer for Life magazine, where he continued to cover a wide range of subjects, including fashion, sports, and social issues. One of his most famo photo essays for Life was "The Harlem Gang Leader" (1948), which documented the life of a young gang leader named Red Jackson. Parks also made a significant impact as a documentary filmmaker. In 1969, he directed the film "The Learning Tree," based on his own semi-autobiographical novel. This made him the first African American to direct a major Hollywood studio production. He went on to direct other films, including "Shaft" (1971), a popular and influential blaxploitation film. Throughout his career, Parks ed his art to address social injtice and advocate for civil rights. He aimed to shed light on the human condition and challenge racial stereotypes through his photography and films. Parks' work continues to inspire and influence generations of artists, photographers, and filmmakers. In recognition of his contributions, Gordon Parks received numero awards, including the National Medal of Arts in 1988. He passed away on March 7, 2006, leaving behind a rich and enduring legacy as a pioneering photographer and filmmaker. Measures 6.25 x 9.01 Verso is blank. Mounted to archival quality paper.
Morgan Auctions
May. 26, 2024
Gordon Parks "Untitled" Print.
Est: $200 - $400
Gordon Parks (1912-2006) was an American photographer, filmmaker, writer, and composer. He was born on November 30, 1912, in Fort Scott, Kansas. Parks is best known for his powerful and influential work documenting social issues, particularly focing on the African American experience. Parks began his career as a photographer in the 1930s, working for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) during the Great Depression. He captured images that depicted the struggles of impoverished Americans, including those affected by the Dt Bowl and racial segregation.In the 1940s, Parks became the first African American photographer for Life magazine, where he continued to cover a wide range of subjects, including fashion, sports, and social issues. One of his most famo photo essays for Life was "The Harlem Gang Leader" (1948), which documented the life of a young gang leader named Red Jackson. Parks also made a significant impact as a documentary filmmaker. In 1969, he directed the film "The Learning Tree," based on his own semi-autobiographical novel. This made him the first African American to direct a major Hollywood studio production. He went on to direct other films, including "Shaft" (1971), a popular and influential blaxploitation film. Throughout his career, Parks ed his art to address social injtice and advocate for civil rights. He aimed to shed light on the human condition and challenge racial stereotypes through his photography and films. Parks' work continues to inspire and influence generations of artists, photographers, and filmmakers. In recognition of his contributions, Gordon Parks received numero awards, including the National Medal of Arts in 1988. He passed away on March 7, 2006, leaving behind a rich and enduring legacy as a pioneering photographer and filmmaker. Measures 6.25 x 9.01 Verso is blank. Mounted to archival quality paper.
Morgan Auctions
May. 26, 2024
Gordon Parks "Untitled" Print.
Est: $200 - $400
Gordon Parks (1912-2006) was an American photographer, filmmaker, writer, and composer. He was born on November 30, 1912, in Fort Scott, Kansas. Parks is best known for his powerful and influential work documenting social issues, particularly focing on the African American experience. Parks began his career as a photographer in the 1930s, working for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) during the Great Depression. He captured images that depicted the struggles of impoverished Americans, including those affected by the Dt Bowl and racial segregation.In the 1940s, Parks became the first African American photographer for Life magazine, where he continued to cover a wide range of subjects, including fashion, sports, and social issues. One of his most famo photo essays for Life was "The Harlem Gang Leader" (1948), which documented the life of a young gang leader named Red Jackson. Parks also made a significant impact as a documentary filmmaker. In 1969, he directed the film "The Learning Tree," based on his own semi-autobiographical novel. This made him the first African American to direct a major Hollywood studio production. He went on to direct other films, including "Shaft" (1971), a popular and influential blaxploitation film. Throughout his career, Parks ed his art to address social injtice and advocate for civil rights. He aimed to shed light on the human condition and challenge racial stereotypes through his photography and films. Parks' work continues to inspire and influence generations of artists, photographers, and filmmakers. In recognition of his contributions, Gordon Parks received numero awards, including the National Medal of Arts in 1988. He passed away on March 7, 2006, leaving behind a rich and enduring legacy as a pioneering photographer and filmmaker. Measures 7 x 9.01 Verso is blank. Mounted to archival quality paper.
Morgan Auctions
May. 26, 2024
Gordon Parks "Untitled" Print.
Est: $200 - $400
Gordon Parks (1912-2006) was an American photographer, filmmaker, writer, and composer. He was born on November 30, 1912, in Fort Scott, Kansas. Parks is best known for his powerful and influential work documenting social issues, particularly focing on the African American experience. Parks began his career as a photographer in the 1930s, working for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) during the Great Depression. He captured images that depicted the struggles of impoverished Americans, including those affected by the Dt Bowl and racial segregation.In the 1940s, Parks became the first African American photographer for Life magazine, where he continued to cover a wide range of subjects, including fashion, sports, and social issues. One of his most famo photo essays for Life was "The Harlem Gang Leader" (1948), which documented the life of a young gang leader named Red Jackson. Parks also made a significant impact as a documentary filmmaker. In 1969, he directed the film "The Learning Tree," based on his own semi-autobiographical novel. This made him the first African American to direct a major Hollywood studio production. He went on to direct other films, including "Shaft" (1971), a popular and influential blaxploitation film. Throughout his career, Parks ed his art to address social injtice and advocate for civil rights. He aimed to shed light on the human condition and challenge racial stereotypes through his photography and films. Parks' work continues to inspire and influence generations of artists, photographers, and filmmakers. In recognition of his contributions, Gordon Parks received numero awards, including the National Medal of Arts in 1988. He passed away on March 7, 2006, leaving behind a rich and enduring legacy as a pioneering photographer and filmmaker. Measures 6.24 x 9 Verso is blank. Mounted to archival quality paper.
Morgan Auctions
May. 26, 2024
Gordon Parks "Untitled" Print.
Est: $200 - $400
Gordon Parks (1912-2006) was an American photographer, filmmaker, writer, and composer. He was born on November 30, 1912, in Fort Scott, Kansas. Parks is best known for his powerful and influential work documenting social issues, particularly focing on the African American experience. Parks began his career as a photographer in the 1930s, working for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) during the Great Depression. He captured images that depicted the struggles of impoverished Americans, including those affected by the Dt Bowl and racial segregation.In the 1940s, Parks became the first African American photographer for Life magazine, where he continued to cover a wide range of subjects, including fashion, sports, and social issues. One of his most famo photo essays for Life was "The Harlem Gang Leader" (1948), which documented the life of a young gang leader named Red Jackson. Parks also made a significant impact as a documentary filmmaker. In 1969, he directed the film "The Learning Tree," based on his own semi-autobiographical novel. This made him the first African American to direct a major Hollywood studio production. He went on to direct other films, including "Shaft" (1971), a popular and influential blaxploitation film. Throughout his career, Parks ed his art to address social injtice and advocate for civil rights. He aimed to shed light on the human condition and challenge racial stereotypes through his photography and films. Parks' work continues to inspire and influence generations of artists, photographers, and filmmakers. In recognition of his contributions, Gordon Parks received numero awards, including the National Medal of Arts in 1988. He passed away on March 7, 2006, leaving behind a rich and enduring legacy as a pioneering photographer and filmmaker. Measures 6.24 x 9 Verso is blank. Mounted to archival quality paper.
Morgan Auctions
May. 16, 2024
GORDON PARKS (1912-2006) Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Lopez, from the series Gloucester Fisherman, MA.
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
GORDON PARKS (1912-2006) Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Lopez, from the series Gloucester Fisherman, MA. Silver print, the image measuring 10x12⅜ inches (25.4x31.4 cm.), the sheet slightly larger, with Parks' credit stamp and his 860 United Nations Plaza address in red ink on verso. 1943; printed 1970s Provenance: The Estate of Alain Dister, French photographer and writer, who curated an exhibition with works by Gordon Parks in Paris circa 1980 This picture was taken in June 1943 while Parks was on an assignment for the Office of War Information which involved the fishing industry on the Atlantic coast, as part of a larger documentary project on food production and war mobilization. It led Parks to Gloucester, Massachusetts, one of the nation's oldest fishing communities. Here, Parks shot a poised portrait of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Lopez. He is a fish skinner in the Gorton-Pew fishery. They have two boys in the armed forces, six children altogether. Reproduced: National Gallery of Art, accession number 2016.11.121; Library of Congress, reproduction number LC-DIG-fsa-8d38374
Swann Auction Galleries
Apr. 27, 2024
Gordon Parks "American Gothic, 1942" Photo Print
Est: $300 - $600
Gordon Parks (1912 – 2006) was an American photographer, filmmaker, musician, and writer who became renowned for his groundbreaking work documenting African American life and culture. Born into poverty in Fort Scott, Kansas, Parks overcame numerous obstacles to become one of the most influential photographers of the 20th century.Parks' career took off in the 1940s when he began working as a photographer for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), documenting the lives of African Americans living in the segregated South. His powerful images captured the struggles, resilience, and dignity of his subjects, earning him widespread recognition and acclaim.In 1948, Parks became the first African American staff photographer for Life magazine, where he continued to produce iconic photo essays on a wide range of subjects, including poverty, racism, and social injustice. His work for Life brought attention to the civil rights movement and helped shape public perception of race and inequality in America.In addition to his photography, Parks was also a talented filmmaker, directing several acclaimed films, including "The Learning Tree" (1969) and "Shaft" (1971). He was the first African American director to helm a major Hollywood studio film, breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations of filmmakers of color.Throughout his career, Parks used his art as a tool for social change, advocating for racial equality, human rights, and social justice. He believed in the power of storytelling to bridge divides and foster understanding, and his work continues to inspire and resonate with audiences around the world.In recognition of his contributions to American culture and society, Parks received numerous awards and honors, including the National Medal of Arts and the Spingarn Medal from the NAACP. His legacy as a pioneering artist and activist endures, serving as a reminder of the importance of using creativity to confront injustice and promote positive change. Measures 12 x 16.
Morgan Auctions
Apr. 18, 2024
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006), "American Gothic"
Est: $5,000 - $8,000
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006) "American Gothic, Washington, D.C. (Ellen Watson)", 2021 archival pigment print from the 1942 negative, printed by the Art Guild Press, Santa Fe, New Mexico, signed in print lower right, printer's embossed mark lower right, signed Robert Erlichman, dated "8/18/2021" and with image serial number "297934" en verso. Unframed but in foldover portfolio.
New Orleans Auction Galleries
Apr. 18, 2024
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006), "Twelve Nudes"
Est: $6,000 - $9,000
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006) "Nudes" suite of twelve iris prints on watercolor paper including fived dated 1999: "Awakening", "Contentment", "Affaire d'Amour", "Moonlit", and "Loneliness"; four dated 1995 from 1967 transparencies: "Despair", "Yearning", "Dawn Breaks", and "Child Stirring"; and three dated 1995 from earlier transparencies: "Day Dreamer", "Valleys and Coves", and "A Star for Noon". Each unframed.
New Orleans Auction Galleries
Apr. 18, 2024
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006), "Bessie and Little Richard"
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Gordon Parks (American, 1912-2006) "Bessie and Little Richard (Fontenelle) the Morning After She Scalded Her Husband, Harlem, New York" silver gelatin print printed 1990s from a 1967 negative, signed lower right en verso. Matted, glazed and framed.
New Orleans Auction Galleries
Apr. 10, 2024
Flower Market, Paris
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Gordon Parks 1912 - 2006 Flower Market, Paris gelatin silver print, the photographer's 'LIFEPHOTO' credit and French LIFE reproduction rights stamps on the reverse image: 13⅜ by 10½ in. (34 by 26.7 cm.) Executed circa 1952. Please note that this lot will not be on view during the sale exhibition. It is located at our Long Island City, New York storage facility. If you would like to examine it in person before the sale please contact Anjli Patel at Anjli.Patel@sothebys.com
Sotheby's
Apr. 10, 2024
Untitled, Chicago, Illinois
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Gordon Parks 1912 - 2006 Untitled, Chicago, Illinois gelatin silver print, The Gordon Parks Foundation copyright stamp, signed and dated by Peter W. Kunhardt, Jr., Executive Director, in pencil, on the reverse, framed image: 18 by 17¾ in. (45.7 by 45.1 cm.) frame: 28¼ by 27¾ in. (71.8 by 70.5 cm.) Executed in 1953, printed posthumously in 2014, this print is number 3 from an edition of 10. Please note that this lot will not be on view during the sale exhibition. It is located at our Long Island City, New York storage facility. If you would like to examine it in person before the sale please contact Anjli Patel at Anjli.Patel@sothebys.com
Sotheby's
Apr. 03, 2024
GORDON PARKS (1912–2006) Dove, 1962 signed in marker (verso) image/sheet: 1
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
GORDON PARKS (1912–2006) Dove, 1962 signed in marker (verso) image/sheet: 19 5⁄8 x 23 ¾ in. (49.8 x 60.3 cm.)
Christie's
Feb. 22, 2024
GORDON PARKS, PHOTOGRAPH, LIGHTHOUSE, SIGNED
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Gordon Parks, Photograph, Lighthouse, Signed. Provenance: Private Philadelphia Estate. Frame: 26.5" x 23.5" Scene: 21.5" x 18.5"
Ashcroft and Moore
Feb. 22, 2024
GORDON PARKS ABSTRACTION, DYE TRANSFER
Est: $800 - $1,200
Gordon Parks Abstraction, Dye Transfer. Provenance: Private Philadelphia Estate. Frame: 20.5" x 29.5" Scene: 20" x 29"
Ashcroft and Moore
Jan. 25, 2024
GORDON PARKS ABSTRACTION, DYE TRANSFER
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Gordon Parks Abstraction, Dye Transfer. Provenance: Private Philadelphia Estate. Frame: 20.5" x 29.5" Scene: 20" x 29"
Ashcroft and Moore