Leo Politi Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Leo Politi Art Value Price Guide

Aug. 18, 2024
Leo Politi (California, 1908-1996)
Est: $200 - $400
Leo Politi (California, 1908-1996) Original watercolor on paper painting. Signed in upper left portion. Inscribed verso. Sight size: 10.5 x 8 inches. Sheet size: 15.5 x 11.25 inches. Unframed.
Helmuth Stone
Mar. 24, 2024
C. 1930 Leo Politi Framed Oil On Board
Est: -
26L x 39H Property of West Valley Art Museum, Peoria, AZ This c. 1930 Leo Politi framed Oil On Board is a timeless piece of art that reflects theunique style and cultural significance of the era. Politi's lithograph likely captures scenes or themes characteristic of the early 20th century, imbued with his distinctive artistic flair. Perfect for collectors oranyone seeking to add a touch of vintage charm to their space. Immerse yourself in the nostalgic allure of this c. 1930 Leo Politi framed Oil On Board Leo Politi was born on November 21st, 1908,in Fresno, California. While he was an American-born author, he lived internationally for a brief period. His family spent a year in London, and at the age of seven, they moved to Italy, where helived until his early 20s. Politi's interest in art was nurtured by his environment. His mother encouraged his fascination with sidewalk chalk artists andRH50284
Monarch Auction and Estate Services
Jul. 20, 2023
Leo Politi, California (1908 - 1996), figural illustrations, 1943, watercolor on paper, 13 7/8"H x 10 7/8"W
Est: $160 - $250
Leo Politi California, (1908 - 1996) figural illustrations, 1943 watercolor on paper Singed and dated middle right. Biography from the Archives of askART: Born in Fresno, CA on Nov. 21, 1908. Politi spent his first seven years in Fresno and then moved to Italy with his family. In 1924 he was awarded a scholarship to the National Art Institute at Monza near Milan. Leaving Italy in 1931, he settled in Los Angeles where he established a home on Bunker Hill. When not painting watercolors on Olvera Street in the Old Plaza, he was art editor of Viking Press as well as illustrator of "Little Pancho" and the weekly "Jack and Jill." He won the Caldecott Book Award three times and was awarded a medal from the Catholic Library Ass'n for his contribution to children's literature. Having painted a mural there, a branch library in Fresno was named for him in 1974. Politi died in Costa Mesta, CA on March 26, 1996. Exh: Delphi Studios (NYC), 1930s; PAFA WC Annual, 1937; Painters & Sculptors of LA, 1938; DeFerrante Gallery (LA), 1941; Glendale Library, 1944; LA State College, 1961. In: University of Fresno Theater (murals). Edan Hughes, "Artists in California, 1786-1940" Who's Who in American Art 1940-41; Who's Who in California 1942.
Ripley Auctions
Apr. 03, 2023
Leo Politi (1908-1996), Young boy with two burros, Acrylic on paper, Sight: 16.25" H x 18.125" W
Est: $300 - $500
Leo Politi (1908-1996) Young boy with two burros Acrylic on paper Signed lower left: Leo Politi
John Moran Auctioneers
Apr. 03, 2023
Leo Politi (1908-1996), "Mexico," 1976, Mixed media on paper, Sight: 15.125" H x 17" W
Est: $300 - $500
Leo Politi (1908-1996) "Mexico," 1976 Mixed media on paper Signed, titled, and dated in the upper left: Leo Politi
John Moran Auctioneers
Mar. 15, 2023
Leo Politi, Pair of Watercolors, 1941
Est: $400 - $600
Leo Politi (1908 - 1996) Pair of Watercolors: Untitled (Mariachis), 1941 + Untitled (Study Group), 1941 watercolor on paper Untitled (Mariachis) signed and dated upper right: Leo / Politi / 1941 Untitled (Study Group), 1941 signed and dated lower right: Leo / Politi / 1941
Santa Fe Art Auction
Nov. 26, 2022
LEO POLITI (1908-1996) PONCHO AND GIRL IMAGES 1944. IMAGE AREA IS 11 X 13"
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LEO POLITI (1908-1996) PONCHO AND GIRL IMAGES 1944. IMAGE AREA IS 11 X 13"
Sunset Auction
Jul. 24, 2022
LEO POLITI (1908-1996) ILLUSTRATION W/C PAINTING
Est: $150 - $300
Framed watercolor and gouache painting on paper, Children Painting Dolls, signed upper right Leo Politi (California, 1908-1996), dated 1939, sight: approx 15"h, 9.5"w, overall: 21.75"h, 15.75"w, 4lbs Start Price: $100.00
Austin Auction Gallery
May. 22, 2022
Leo Politi (1908-1996)California, W/C Illustration
Est: $100 - $200
Leo Politi (1908-1996) California artist. Original Illustration titled "Little Pancho" 1939. Signed and dated. Little Pancho was the first of 20 children's books he illustrated. Overall size: 17 1/2 x 12 3/4 in. Sight size: 16 1/2 x 11 1/2 in. Location E
Sarasota Estate Auction
Mar. 12, 2022
LEO POLITI (1908-1996) AMERICAN WATERCOLOR PAINTING
Est: $100 - $200
Leo Politi (1908-1996) American Watercolor Painting. Frame measures 21 1/2" x 17 1/2" Sight measures 15" x 11". Comes From a Chicago Illinois Estate. Please carefully read our terms of sale, shipping information, and request any condition reports or photos prior to placing a bid. Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. RBFineArts CFL INC. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Please email for a condition report and photos, if desired. Emails should be received at least 48 hours in advance of the date of the auction.
RB Fine Arts
Sep. 15, 2021
Leo Politi 1908-1996 Figural Watercolor Painting
Est: $1 - $1,000
Leo Politi (American, 1908-1996) Watercolor on paper depicting three figures. Artist signature to lower right. Housed in brown wood frame. Measures 17.5 in. x 13 in. x .5 in. framed. Good overall condition with normal age wear and color fading. MMB Inc. in house USA continental shipping $55 plus insurance. Gallery will refer local shipper for international buyers upon request. Purchaser pick up available upon request.
MiddleManBrokers
Jul. 22, 2021
Bunker Hill, LA inscribed w/drawing by Leo Politi
Est: $200 - $300
Heading: Author: Politi, Leo Title: Bunker Hill Los Angeles, Reminiscences of Bygone Days - with inscription and original drawing by the author Place Published: [Palm Desert, CA] Publisher:[Desert-Southwest Inc.] Date Published: [1964] Description: Introduction by Carl Schaefer Dentzel. Illustrated throughout, mostly in color, from the artwork of Leo Politi. (4to) gilt-decorated and lettered gray cloth, pictorial endpapers, color pictorial jacket. First Edition. Inscribed and signed by Leo Politi in the year of publication with original ink art "To my dear friend Ellen Tyler with gratitude Leo Politi" on preliminary leaf.
PBA Galleries Auctions & Appraisers
Apr. 18, 2021
TWO WATERCOLORS BY LEO POLITI 15.5" X 8.5" SIGHT 15" X 22" FRAMED
Est: $100 - $800
TWO WATERCOLORS BY LEO POLITI 15.5" X 8.5" SIGHT 15" X 22" FRAMED
Kimball's Auction
May. 28, 2020
[Politi, Leo] Clark, Ann Nolan, Looking-For-Something
Est: $150 - $250
[Politi, Leo] Clark, Ann Nolan Looking-For-Something New York: The Junior Literary Guild/The Viking Press, 1952. Early edition. Illustrated by Leo Politi. 8vo. 53 pp. Orange cloth-covered boards, stamped in green; illustrated endpapers; in illustrated dust-jacket, small scuff on back panel, dampstain to verso of bottom edge, original price of $2.50 and Junior Literary Guild blurb on front flap. Near-fine. Illustrated by Caldecott medalist Leo Politi.
Freeman's | Hindman
May. 28, 2020
Politi, Leo, Song of the Swallows
Est: $400 - $600
Politi, Leo Song of the Swallows New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1949. First edition, first printing. Illustrated by the author. 4to. Unpaginated. Signed by Politi on verso of front free endpaper. Green cloth-covered boards, stamped in brown, slightly cocked; white endpapers, offsetting; in illustrated dust-jacket, extremities professionally repaired, original price of $2.00 on front flap. Almost near-fine. Winner of the 1950 Caldecott Medal.
Freeman's | Hindman
Aug. 25, 2019
Leo Politi, (1908-1996 Los Angeles, CA), Interior scenes of Avila Adobe, Olvera Street, 1934 and 1935 (three works), Each: Watercolor a
Est: $600 - $800
Leo Politi (1908-1996 Los Angeles, CA) Interior scenes of Avila Adobe, Olvera Street, 1934 and 1935 (three works) Each: Watercolor and gouache on paper under glass Each: Signed and dated lower right: Leo Politi, the third dated indistinctly Largest: 11.75" H x 17.5" W
John Moran Auctioneers
May. 18, 2019
Watercolor, Leo Politi
Est: $300 - $500
Leo Politi (American, 1908-1996), Girl at Piano, 1946, watercolor, signed and dated center left, overall (with frame): 19"h x 15"w
Clars Auctions
Nov. 01, 2018
Leo Politi original watercolor
Est: $300 - $500
Heading: Author: Politi, Leo Title: "Rosa" Place Published: [n.p.] Publisher: Date Published: 1943 Description: Original watercolor on paper. Matted and framed. Frame: 21x16", image: 13x9". Signed and dated by the artist. A plaque affixed to the matting reads: " 'Rosa' -Watercolor by Leo Politi (1908-1996) acquired by Peter Meeker Lowell - 2008." Leo Politi was an Italian-American artist and author who wrote and illustrated some 20 children's books, as well as Bunker Hill, Los Angeles (1964), intended for adults. His works often celebrated cultural diversity, and many were published in both English and Spanish..
PBA Galleries Auctions & Appraisers
Aug. 11, 2018
Watercolor, Leo Politi
Est: $200 - $400
Leo Politi (American, 1908-1996), "Rosa," 1943, watercolor, signed and dated outer right, sight: 13"h x 9.25"w, overall (with frame): 20.75"h x 16"w
Clars Auctions
Jul. 15, 2018
Watercolor, Leo Politi
Est: $400 - $600
Leo Politi (American, 1908-1996), "Rosa," 1943, watercolor, signed and dated outer right, sight: 13"h x 9.25"w, overall (with frame): 20.75"h x 16"w
Clars Auctions
Oct. 24, 2017
Leo Politi, (1908 - 1996 Los Angeles, CA), House with cats under a full moon, Gouache and watercolor on paper laid to board under glass
Est: $700 - $900
Leo Politi (1908 - 1996 Los Angeles, CA) House with cats under a full moon Gouache and watercolor on paper laid to board under glass Signed lower left: Leo Politi Sight size: 25.75' H x 19.5' W Provenance: Private Collection, Pasadena, CA. Notes: Framed size: 32.5' H x 26.5' W x 2' D.
John Moran Auctioneers
Mar. 28, 2017
Leo Politi People Singing Painting (3799)
Est: $300 - $500
You are bidding on a Leo Politi People Singing Painting (3799) . See photos for more details the photos are original, unless its a multiple quantity listing then items may slightly. If you would like more photos, please send me a message and I will gladly take more. Any questions please email Please note Items are sold "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. Buyer is responsible for arranging shipping. We are located near several shippers. Many of our customers have used Pasadena Box and Ship 626-793-1607
Orrill's Auction
Mar. 28, 2017
Leo Politi Man Sleeping w_sombreo Painting (3794)
Est: $300 - $500
You are bidding on a Leo Politi Man Sleeping w_sombreo Painting (3794) . See photos for more details the photos are original, unless its a multiple quantity listing then items may slightly. If you would like more photos, please send me a message and I will gladly take more. Any questions please email Please note Items are sold "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. Buyer is responsible for arranging shipping. We are located near several shippers. Many of our customers have used Pasadena Box and Ship 626-793-1607
Orrill's Auction
Mar. 28, 2017
Leo Politi Man Running Painting (3800)
Est: $300 - $500
You are bidding on a Leo Politi Man Running Painting (3800) . See photos for more details the photos are original, unless its a multiple quantity listing then items may slightly. If you would like more photos, please send me a message and I will gladly take more. Any questions please email Please note Items are sold "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. Buyer is responsible for arranging shipping. We are located near several shippers. Many of our customers have used Pasadena Box and Ship 626-793-1607
Orrill's Auction
Mar. 28, 2017
Leo Politi Girl Playing Piano Painting (3801)
Est: $300 - $500
You are bidding on a Leo Politi Girl Playing Piano Painting (3801) . See photos for more details the photos are original, unless its a multiple quantity listing then items may slightly. If you would like more photos, please send me a message and I will gladly take more. Any questions please email Please note Items are sold "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. Buyer is responsible for arranging shipping. We are located near several shippers. Many of our customers have used Pasadena Box and Ship 626-793-1607
Orrill's Auction
Mar. 25, 2017
Leo Politi mixed media
Est: $200 - $400
Leo Politi (American 1908-1996)- Children in Forest- mixed media on paper (4 sections mounted to board), 1971, signed and dated 'Leo Politi 1971' middle L, some craquelure lower left. 4 1/4 x 22''
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Sep. 24, 2016
Leo Politi (1908-1996 Los Angeles, CA)
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
House with cats under full moon, signed lower left: Leo Politi, gouache and watercolor on paper laid to board under glass, 30'' H x 24'' W, est: $1000/2000.
John Moran Auctioneers
Jul. 30, 2016
Leo Politi (1908-1996 Los Angeles, CA)
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
''The City'', signed lower left: Leo Politi, titled and inscribed verso: landscape of poor section, tempera and gouache on paper, 20'' H x 26'' W, est: $1000/1500.
John Moran Auctioneers
Jan. 18, 2016
PEDRO THE ANGEL OF OLVERA STREET - Leo Politi - 1st ED. - HC - ILLUSTRATED
Est: -
Hardcover Children's
Nellis Auction
Nov. 19, 2015
LEO POLITI (ITALIAN/AMERICAN 1908-1996) CHILD WITH SOMBRERO, 1938 Gouache, ink, watercolor on illustration board: 19 x 12 1/2 in.
Est: $200 - $400
LEO POLITI (ITALIAN/AMERICAN 1908-1996) CHILD WITH SOMBRERO, 1938 Gouache, ink, watercolor on illustration board: 19 x 12 1/2 in. Framed
Potomack Company
Jul. 08, 2015
VINTAGE 1953 - THE MISSION BELL - Leo Politi - HC - ILLUSTRATED - 1st ED.
Est: $9 - $15
VINTAGE 1953 - THE MISSION BELL - Leo Politi - HC - ILLUSTRATED - 1st ED.
Nellis Auction
Nov. 22, 2014
Leo Politi Illustration Watercolor
Est: $100 - $200
Leo Politit (1908-1996, included in San Museum of Art, The Carnegie Art Museum, Illustrator of children's books), illustration of children, watercolor. Sight 12" x 7 1/2".
Copake Auction Inc.
Sep. 23, 2014
Leo Politi (1908-1996 Los Angeles, CA)
Est: $400 - $600
''Toy Clown Toasting Peanuts From The Popcorn Cart At The Olvera Street Entrance'', signed and dated lower right: Leo Politi 1983, titled on the backing board lower center, mixed media on paper laid to board under Plexiglas, paper size: 15.5'' H x 10.75'' W, est: $400/600. Note: Together with two books by the artist: ''Tales of the Los Angeles Parks'', Los Angeles, CA, 1966 and ''Bunker Hill, Los Angeles: Reminiscences of Bygone Days'', Los Angeles, CA, 1965. ''Bunker Hill'' includes an original watercolor and inscription by the artist on the front blank-leaf: ''To my dear friend Wayne, with all best wishes, Leo Politi, 1975''.
John Moran Auctioneers
Sep. 13, 2014
Leo Politi, (American, 1908-1996), A group of five works from 1941, watercolors, 20" x 13"
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Leo Politi (American, 1908-1996) A group of five works from 1941 watercolors signed and dated 20" x 13"
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Sep. 13, 2014
Leo Politi, (American, 1908-1996), A group of five works from 1941, watercolors, 20" x 13"
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Leo Politi (American, 1908-1996) A group of five works from 1941 watercolors signed and dated 20" x 13"
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Sep. 13, 2014
Leo Politi, (American, 1908-1996), Double Portrait, 1939, watercolor and graphite, 15" x 10"
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Leo Politi (American, 1908-1996) Double Portrait, 1939 watercolor and graphite signed and dated lower left 15" x 10"
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Sep. 13, 2014
Leo Politi, (American, 1908-1996), Woman Smoking a Cigarette, watercolor, 15" x 8"
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Leo Politi (American, 1908-1996) Woman Smoking a Cigarette watercolor 15" x 8"
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Sep. 13, 2014
Leo Politi, (American, 1908-1996), Woman Under Street Light, 1940, watercolor and ink, 18.25" x 12.75"
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Leo Politi (American, 1908-1996) Woman Under Street Light, 1940 watercolor and ink signed and dated lower left 18.25" x 12.75"
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Sep. 13, 2014
Leo Politi, (American, 1908-1996), Portrait of a Woman, 1935, watercolor and gouache, 16" x 12"
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Leo Politi (American, 1908-1996) Portrait of a Woman, 1935 watercolor and gouache signed and dated lower right 16" x 12"
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Jan. 05, 2014
Leo Politi (1908?1996) charcoal of a girl PLUS
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Leo Politi (1908?1996) charcoal is 15.5" x 17" PLUS one other painting. Buyer is responsible for pickup or shipping. We have a local UPS store that will ship anything.
Burns Auction & Appraisal, LLC.
Apr. 14, 2013
POLITI, LEO. 1908-1996.
Est: $500 - $750
Gouache on paper, 610 x 457 mm, signed ("Leo Politi"), no date, depicting a boy and a girl chasing butterflies, mounted to cardboard, framed. A large-scale illustration apparently for a children's book by this Italian-born Los Angeles artist.
Bonhams
Jan. 13, 2013
POLITI, LEO. 1908-1996.
Est: $500 - $750
Gouache on paper, 610 x 457 mm, signed ("Leo Politi"), no date, depicting a boy and a girl chasing butterflies, mounted to cardboard, framed. A large-scale illustration apparently for a children's book by this Italian-born Los Angeles artist.
Bonhams
Jul. 24, 2012
Leo Politi (1908-1996 Los Angeles, CA)
Est: $500 - $800
Horses grazing, signed lower left: Leo Politi, watercolor on paper laid to artist's board, paper size: 15'' H x 20'' W, est:$500/800 *** Please click ''view more'', below right for more information. ***
John Moran Auctioneers
Dec. 15, 2011
POLITI, LEO. 1908-1996. 4 original watercolor illustrations on stiff paper,
Est: $800 - $1,200
4 original watercolor illustrations on stiff paper, 290 x 240 mm to approximately 100 x 75 mm, signed ("Leo Politi"), 1937, with 3 hand-colored reproductions of similar characters, framed, 3 illustrations trimmed and laid down to board (possibly by the artist), very good condition overall. A group of illustrations of characters from the Italian American artist's first book Little Pancho (1938).
Bonhams
Oct. 18, 2011
Leo Politi (1908-1996 Los Angeles, CA)
Est: $800 - $1,200
''Old House on Adam Street'', signed, titled and dated lower left: Leo Politi 1964, charcoal and pastel with gouache highlights on paper under glass, sight size: 25'' H x 19'' W, est:$800/1200
John Moran Auctioneers
Apr. 14, 2010
Leo Politi (American, 1908-1996) Lot of Two Genre Scenes of Women with Children Both signed "LEO POLITI 1935" l.l. or l.r. Watercolo...
Est: $600 - $800
Leo Politi (American, 1908-1996) Lot of Two Genre Scenes of Women with Children Both signed "LEO POLITI 1935" l.l. or l.r. Watercolor and ink on paper, sight sizes 16 3/4 x 12 1/2 in., framed. Condition: Subtle toning, not examined out of frames.
Skinner
Mar. 27, 2010
Leo Politi (Italian/American, 1908-1996) Lot of Two Character Portraits: Pancho and Rosa Signed and dated "LEO POLITI 1940" l.r. Wat...
Est: $150 - $250
Leo Politi (Italian/American, 1908-1996) Lot of Two Character Portraits: Pancho and Rosa Signed and dated "LEO POLITI 1940" l.r. Watercolor, graphite and ink on illustration board, 16 x 12 in., both unframed. Condition: Toning, staining, surface grime.
Skinner
Oct. 27, 2009
LEO POLITI (American, 1908-1996) Four Children,
Est: $400 - $600
LEO POLITI (American, 1908-1996) Four Children, 1936 Watercolor on paper 15 x 11 in. Signed lower right From an Important California Collection.
Heritage Auctions