Josef Presser Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Josef Presser Art Value Price Guide

Nov. 09, 2024
Josef Presser (America 1907-1967)
Est: $400 - $800
Josef Presser (America 1907-1967) "The Departure of the Circus" 1927 Oil on canvas Signed and dated lower left "J. Presser '27", signed and titled on verso with original price of $1,200 30" x 35" Condition: surface grime, craquelure, yellowing
Nadeau's Auction Gallery
Oct. 18, 2024
Josef PRESSER (1907-1967) Polish - American - French
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Josef PRESSER (1907 Lublin - 1967 Paris) ; Clowns ; mid 20th century ; gouache on paper / framed ; dimensions 58 x 80 cm (23 x 31 1/2 in.) ; frame size 72 x 94 cm (28 1/3 x 37 in.) ; signed lower left corner ; Shipping to USA - DHL $320 , National post with tracking service $170 / Shipping to EU, Russia, Middle Assia - DHL $220 , National post with tracking service $100
Art-Torg
Aug. 31, 2024
Josef Presser (1907-1967) American artist. Original Lithograph
Est: $100 - $150
Josef Presser (1907-1967) was an American artist, born 1907 in Lublin, Poland. He emigrated to the United States at the age of 12 and studied at the Boston School of the Museum of Fine Arts.[2][3] During the 1930s, Presser painted murals as part of the Works Progress Administration program. He settled in New York City where he worked as a painter and teacher. He married fellow artist Agnes Hart (1912-1979) in 1941. The couple had studio space in Woodstock, New York. He was associated with the New York print studio Atelier 17.[6] Presser died in Paris in 1967. Presser's work is included in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the National Gallery of Art, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, and the Whitney Museum of American Art, His papers are in the Smithsonian Archives of American Art. Offered here is a n original 1953 lithograph. 12 x 8.5 in. VG
East Coast Books
Aug. 17, 2024
Josef Presser (1907-1967) American artist. Original Lithograph
Est: $100 - $150
Josef Presser (1907-1967) was an American artist, born 1907 in Lublin, Poland. He emigrated to the United States at the age of 12 and studied at the Boston School of the Museum of Fine Arts.[2][3] During the 1930s, Presser painted murals as part of the Works Progress Administration program. He settled in New York City where he worked as a painter and teacher. He married fellow artist Agnes Hart (1912-1979) in 1941. The couple had studio space in Woodstock, New York. He was associated with the New York print studio Atelier 17.[6] Presser died in Paris in 1967. Presser's work is included in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the National Gallery of Art, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, and the Whitney Museum of American Art, His papers are in the Smithsonian Archives of American Art. Offered here is a n original 1953 lithograph. 12 x 8.5 in. VG
East Coast Books
Aug. 03, 2024
Josef Presser (1907-1967) American artist. Original Lithograph
Est: $100 - $150
Josef Presser (1907-1967) was an American artist, born 1907 in Lublin, Poland. He emigrated to the United States at the age of 12 and studied at the Boston School of the Museum of Fine Arts.[2][3] During the 1930s, Presser painted murals as part of the Works Progress Administration program. He settled in New York City where he worked as a painter and teacher. He married fellow artist Agnes Hart (1912-1979) in 1941. The couple had studio space in Woodstock, New York. He was associated with the New York print studio Atelier 17.[6] Presser died in Paris in 1967. Presser's work is included in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the National Gallery of Art, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, and the Whitney Museum of American Art, His papers are in the Smithsonian Archives of American Art. Offered here is a n original 1953 lithograph. 12 x 8.5 in. VG
East Coast Books
Jul. 11, 2024
Josef Presser (1907-1967) American artist. Original Lithograph
Est: $100 - $150
Josef Presser (1907-1967) was an American artist, born 1907 in Lublin, Poland. He emigrated to the United States at the age of 12 and studied at the Boston School of the Museum of Fine Arts.[2][3] During the 1930s, Presser painted murals as part of the Works Progress Administration program. He settled in New York City where he worked as a painter and teacher. He married fellow artist Agnes Hart (1912-1979) in 1941. The couple had studio space in Woodstock, New York. He was associated with the New York print studio Atelier 17.[6] Presser died in Paris in 1967. Presser's work is included in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the National Gallery of Art, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, and the Whitney Museum of American Art, His papers are in the Smithsonian Archives of American Art. Offered here is a n original 1953 lithograph. 12 x 8.5 in. VG
East Coast Books
Jun. 10, 2024
Josef Presser (Polish / American,1907-1967), "Circus People (#21)", c. 1949, mixed media, of two people, signed lower right, titled verso, framed behind glass, wear consistent with age, ss: 18 1/2" h. x 24" w.
Est: $200 - $400
Josef Presser (Polish / American,1907-1967), "Circus People (#21)", c. 1949, mixed media, of two people, signed lower right, titled verso, framed behind glass, wear consistent with age, ss: 18 1/2" h. x 24" w.
Winter Associates, Inc.
Jun. 10, 2024
Josef Presser (Polish / American,1907-1967), two mixed medias on paper, each framed behind glass, including: "Workers of Paris", c. 1965, depicting two figures, sepia and grey tones, signed lower right, titled, 19 3/4...
Est: $150 - $300
Josef Presser (Polish / American,1907-1967), two mixed medias on paper, each framed behind glass, including: "Workers of Paris", c. 1965, depicting two figures, sepia and grey tones, signed lower right, titled, 19 3/4" h. x 14 3/4" w.; "Le Vieux Moulins Picasso", depicting a figure with no emotion, signed lower center, titled upper left,17" h. x 11 3/4" w.; both with wear consistent with age, including mat burn.
Winter Associates, Inc.
Jun. 10, 2024
Josef Presser (Polish / American,1907-1967), "Clown (with purple ribbon and glockenspiel)", c. 1940's, mixed media, profile portrait of a clown, signed lower center, titled verso, framed behind glass, wear consistent ...
Est: $150 - $250
Josef Presser (Polish / American,1907-1967), "Clown (with purple ribbon and glockenspiel)", c. 1940's, mixed media, profile portrait of a clown, signed lower center, titled verso, framed behind glass, wear consistent with age, 9" h. x 7 1/4" w.
Winter Associates, Inc.
Jun. 10, 2024
+Josef Presser (Polish / American,1907-1967), two pieces of framed artwork, including: "Head", c. 1950's, mixed media on paper, head study, signed lower right, titled verso, 16" h. x 13 1/4" w.; "Sleeping Panhandler w...
Est: $125 - $250
+Josef Presser (Polish / American,1907-1967), two pieces of framed artwork, including: "Head", c. 1950's, mixed media on paper, head study, signed lower right, titled verso, 16" h. x 13 1/4" w.; "Sleeping Panhandler with Guitar", c. 1940, charcoal drawing, of man sleeping on crate with guitar behind him, signed lower left, 6 3/4" h. x 8 1/2" w.; both with wear consistent with age, including waving of paper, stains, etc. [+PROVENANCE: Detailed appraisal of "Sleeping Panhandler with Guitar" from Brairton and Tubbs, 1993.]
Winter Associates, Inc.
Jun. 10, 2024
Josef Presser (Polish / American,1907-1967), "Female Nude", c. 1940's, oil on canvas, back view of seated female nude, signed lower right, titled verso, framed, wear consistent with age, including craquelure, scattere...
Est: $300 - $500
Josef Presser (Polish / American,1907-1967), "Female Nude", c. 1940's, oil on canvas, back view of seated female nude, signed lower right, titled verso, framed, wear consistent with age, including craquelure, scattered loss, patched, etc., ss: 36" h. x 27 3/4" w.
Winter Associates, Inc.
Jun. 09, 2024
JOSEF PRESSER (AMERICAN, 1907 - 1967)
Est: $300 - $400
"Portrait"; c. 1950; Pastel on Paper; 15.25" x 11.5"; Signed Lower Right; Framed (under glass).
James Cox Gallery
Jun. 09, 2024
JOSEF PRESSER (AMERICAN, 1907 - 1967)
Est: $200 - $300
"Untitled - Dockside Scene"; c. 1950s; Gouache on Paper; 7" x 9.75"; Signed Lower Left; Framed (under glass).
James Cox Gallery
May. 18, 2024
Josef Presser (American 1907-1967), Modernist abstraction, Mixed media gouache on paper, Signed upper left "Presser", 11 1/4" x 8 1/2", Provenance: Thomas F. Vanderbeck Revocable Trust Haddam, Connecticut
Est: $200 - $400
Josef Presser (American 1907-1967) Modernist abstraction Mixed media gouache on paper Signed upper left "Presser" 11 1/4" x 8 1/2" Provenance: Thomas F. Vanderbeck Revocable Trust Haddam, Connecticut
Nadeau's Auction Gallery
Mar. 14, 2024
Josef Presser (1907-1967) American artist. Original Lithograph
Est: $100 - $150
Josef Presser (1907-1967) was an American artist, born 1907 in Lublin, Poland. He emigrated to the United States at the age of 12 and studied at the Boston School of the Museum of Fine Arts.[2][3] During the 1930s, Presser painted murals as part of the Works Progress Administration program. He settled in New York City where he worked as a painter and teacher. He married fellow artist Agnes Hart (1912-1979) in 1941. The couple had studio space in Woodstock, New York. He was associated with the New York print studio Atelier 17.[6] Presser died in Paris in 1967. Presser's work is included in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the National Gallery of Art, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, and the Whitney Museum of American Art, His papers are in the Smithsonian Archives of American Art. Offered here is a n original 1953 lithograph. 12 x 8.5 in. VG
East Coast Books
Feb. 25, 2024
Josef Presser (American, 1907-1967) Portrait of a Young Man, Drawing
Est: $200 - $300
Description: An expressionist style mixed media drawing depicting the head of a young man. Type: Drawing Materials: Mixed media on paper Markings & Inscriptions: Signed upper left Date: Mid 20th century Maker: Josef Presser (American, 1907-1967) Dimensions: 22.5" x 18" sight, 30.25" x 25.25" framed. Provenance: From a local collection.
Hoch LTD.
Feb. 22, 2024
Josef Presser (1907-1967) American artist. Original Lithograph
Est: $100 - $150
Josef Presser (1907-1967) was an American artist, born 1907 in Lublin, Poland. He emigrated to the United States at the age of 12 and studied at the Boston School of the Museum of Fine Arts.[2][3] During the 1930s, Presser painted murals as part of the Works Progress Administration program. He settled in New York City where he worked as a painter and teacher. He married fellow artist Agnes Hart (1912-1979) in 1941. The couple had studio space in Woodstock, New York. He was associated with the New York print studio Atelier 17.[6] Presser died in Paris in 1967. Presser's work is included in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the National Gallery of Art, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, and the Whitney Museum of American Art, His papers are in the Smithsonian Archives of American Art. Offered here is a n original 1953 lithograph. 12 x 8.5 in. VG
East Coast Books
Feb. 16, 2024
Josef PRESSER (1907-1967) Polish - American - French
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Josef PRESSER (1907 Lublin - 1967 Paris) ; Clowns ; mid 20th century ; gouache on paper / framed ; dimensions 58 x 80 cm (23 x 31 1/2 in.) ; frame size 72 x 94 cm (28 1/3 x 37 in.) ; signed lower left corner ; Shipping to USA - DHL $320 , National post with tracking service $170 / Shipping to EU, Russia, Middle Assia - DHL $220 , National post with tracking service $100
Art-Torg
Jan. 21, 2024
Josef Presser (Polish, 1907-1967) Mixed Media on Paper
Est: $300 - $500
Josef Presser (Polish, 1907-1967) Mixed Media on Paper (3) items including (2) undated mixed media, signed lower left, depicting a jester and a figure looking down; together with a Charles Chapin (American, 1899-1965) undated oil on board, signed lower left, depicting a seated nude figure Property from: a Private Estate, Evanston, Illinois Category: Fine Art > Paintings Estimated Sale Time: 1:08 pm CST Shipping Status: Leonard Auction, Inc. will provide direct shipping for this lot. Please visit our website for a shipping estimate. Last modified: January 4, 2024, 9:46 pm
Leonard Auction
Dec. 31, 2023
Josef Presser, Harlequins with Crow, Mixed Media
Est: $500 - $750
Josef Presser (1907-1967), two harlequins with a standing crow, mixed media, signed "Presser" L/L, 9 3/4" x 8 1/4", framed 17" x 15 1/2". Provenance: Melrose, Massachusetts collection.
Kaminski Auctions
Dec. 02, 2023
Josef Presser (American, 1907-1967), Abstract (Untitled)
Est: $400 - $600
Josef Presser (American, 1907-1967) Abstract (Untitled) mixed media on paper signed "Presser" 11 1/2 x 17 1/2 inches (sight) 18 x 24 inches (frame)
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Nov. 08, 2023
Josef Presser (1907-1967) Portrait
Est: $200 - $400
Josef Presser (1907-1967) Portrait (Head of a Woman), Mixed Media Painting on Paper; signed. Framed. Size: 17'' x 13'', 43 x 33 cm (sight); 30'' x 25.75'', 76 x 65 cm (frame).
Material Culture
Jun. 22, 2023
Josef Presser Signed Framed Pastel Horses Jockeys
Est: $300 - $500
Josef Presser Framed Pastel of Race Horses & Jockeys Signed by the Artist. Framed measures 24 inches x 29 inches, art measures 16 inches x 20 inches.
Greenwich Auction
Jun. 09, 2023
Josef PRESSER (1907-1967) Polish - American - French
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Josef PRESSER (1907 Lublin - 1967 Paris) ; Clowns ; mid 20th century ; gouache on paper / framed ; dimensions 58 x 80 cm (23 x 31 1/2 in.) ; frame size 72 x 94 cm (28 1/3 x 37 in.) ; signed lower left corner ; Shipping to USA - DHL $320 , National post with tracking service $170 / Shipping to EU, Russia, Middle Assia - DHL $220 , National post with tracking service $100
Art-Torg
May. 21, 2023
JOSEF PRESSER (1907 - 1967)
Est: $250 - $350
"Portrait"; c. 1960; Gouache on Paper; 20" x 14"; Signed Lower Left; Unframed.
James Cox Gallery
Mar. 30, 2023
Josef Presser Signed Framed Pastel Horses Jockeys
Est: $300 - $500
Josef Presser Framed Pastel of Race Horses & Jockeys Signed by the Artist. Framed measures 24 inches x 29 inches, art measures 16 inches x 20 inches.
Greenwich Auction
Feb. 16, 2023
JOSEF PRESSER (1907-1967) Three Girls.
Est: $400 - $600
JOSEF PRESSER (1907-1967) Three Girls. Pencil, pastel and watercolor on strathmore paper laid to board. Signed, Presser, upper left. 559x762 mm; 22x30 inches. Born in Lublin, Poland, Presser attended the Boston Museum of Fine Arts School and thereafter maintined residency in the American northeast. He was a member of the Philadelphia Watercolor Club as well as the New Haven Paint and Clay Club.
Swann Auction Galleries
Feb. 16, 2023
JOSEF PRESSER (1907-1967) Young Girl, (Portrait).
Est: $200 - $400
JOSEF PRESSER (1907-1967) Young Girl, (Portrait). Pastel on paper. Signed, J. Presser, lower center. 172x120 mm; 6 3/4x4 3/4 inches.
Swann Auction Galleries
Feb. 16, 2023
JOSEF PRESSER (1907-1967) Older Woman, (Portrait).
Est: $200 - $400
JOSEF PRESSER (1907-1967) Older Woman, (Portrait). Charcoal and gouache on paper laid to card. Signed, J. Presser, upper right. 120x172 mm; 4 3/4x6 3/4 inches.
Swann Auction Galleries
Dec. 12, 2022
Two unframed 20th C. portraits, the first by Josef Presser (American, 1907 - 1967) mixed media on paper, a figure sits in profile, wearing a black cap, with vibrant red and aqua colors, bears signature lower left, ins...
Est: $150 - $300
Two unframed 20th C. portraits, the first by Josef Presser (American, 1907 - 1967) mixed media on paper, a figure sits in profile, wearing a black cap, with vibrant red and aqua colors, bears signature lower left, inscriptions verso, ss: 16 3/4" h. 14" w.; along with a water color on panel, a woman's face in bold colors, signed verso, "Sergio Zeuteuo, 1993", ss: 20" h. x 16" w.; wear consistent with age on both pieces.
Winter Associates, Inc.
Dec. 11, 2022
JOSEF PRESSER (1907 - 1967)
Est: $400 - $600
"Untitled Abstract"; c. 1960; Watercolor on Paper; 16.5" x 13.75"; Signed Lower Right; Framed (under glass).
James Cox Gallery
Dec. 11, 2022
JOSEF PRESSER (1907 - 1967)
Est: $350 - $450
"Portrait"; 1939; Gouache, Sanguine and Pencil on Paper; 16.25" x 13"; Signed Lower Right; Framed (under glass).
James Cox Gallery
Oct. 14, 2022
Josef PRESSER (1907-1967) Polish - American - French
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Josef PRESSER (1907 Lublin - 1967 Paris) ; Clowns ; mid 20th century ; gouache on paper / framed ; dimensions 58 x 80 cm (23 x 31 1/2 in.) ; frame size 72 x 94 cm (28 1/3 x 37 in.) ; signed lower left corner ; Shipping to USA - DHL $320 , National post with tracking service $170 / Shipping to EU, Russia, Middle Assia - DHL $220 , National post with tracking service $100
Art-Torg
Oct. 02, 2022
Josef Presser. Provincetown/Massachusetts. Mixed media depicting the head of a woman. Framed under
Est: $200 - $400
Josef Presser. Provincetown/Massachusetts. Mixed media depicting the head of a woman. Framed under glass. Signed lower right. Glass needs to be cleaned on underside. Sight: 18 x 11.75in. Overall: 26 x 19.5in.
Tremont Auctions
Sep. 10, 2022
Josef Presser (1907-1967)
Est: $200 - $300
Josef Presser (1907-1967), mixed media, portrait of a woman. Sight 17 1/2" x 10 1/2", overall 25 1/2" x 20".
Copake Auction Inc.
Aug. 16, 2022
Josef Presser (AMERICAN, 1907–1967) gouache and watercolor on paper, two wrestler's, signed bottom left, 9 x 11 1/2 inches
Est: $300 - $500
Josef Presser (AMERICAN, 1907–1967) gouache and watercolor on paper, two wrestler's, signed bottom left, 9 x 11 1/2 inches
Bill Hood & Sons Arts & Antiques Auctions
May. 21, 2022
JOSEF PRESSER (Polish-American, 1907-1967)
Est: $300 - $500
JOSEF PRESSER (Polish-American, 1907-1967), carnival scene, gouache on cardboard, signed lower left in gouache and lower middle right in pencil. Drying crackle with some flaking. Cardboard 17-1/4''h, 20-1/4''w. Provenance: Estate of Laura Fisher, New York, NY.
South Bay Auctions Inc
Feb. 10, 2022
Josef Presser (1907-1967): Head; and Three Figures
Est: $400 - $800
Two mixed media on paper, signed 'Presser' lower right and left respectively. 11 x 8 1/2 in. (sight), 15 1/2 x 13 in. (frame). 16 x 13 in. (sight), 24 1/2 x 19 in. (frame).
STAIR
Jan. 27, 2022
JOSEF PRESSER (1907-1967) Stevedores.
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
JOSEF PRESSER (1907-1967) Stevedores. Charcoal, pastel and gouache on cream wove paper. 507x339 mm; 20x13 3/8 inches. Signed in charcoal, lower right. Circa 1940. Sold Swann Galleries, New York, June 4, 2009, sale 2182, lot 115. Born in Lublin, Poland, Presser (1907-1967) attended the Boston Museum of Fine Arts School and thereafter maintined residency in the American northeast. He was a member of the Philadelphia Watercolor Club as well as the New Haven Paint and Clay Club.
Swann Auction Galleries
Dec. 19, 2021
Josef Presser "Harlequin" Large Mixed Media
Est: $800 - $1,200
Josef Presser (Polish-American, 1907-1967) large mixed media, Expressionist composition depicting boy as harlequin or jester, signed lower right: "Presser," framed under glass. Image: 39.5" H x 26.5" W; frame: 46.5" H x 33.5" W.
Auctions at Showplace
Dec. 17, 2021
Josef PRESSER (1907-1967) Polish - American - French
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Josef PRESSER (1907 Lublin - 1967 Paris) ; Clowns ; mid 20th century ; gouache on paper / framed ; dimensions 58 x 80 cm (23 x 31 1/2 in.) ; frame size 72 x 94 cm (28 1/3 x 37 in.) ; signed lower left corner ; Shipping to USA - DHL $320 , National post with tracking service $170 / Shipping to EU, Russia, Middle Assia - DHL $220 , National post with tracking service $100
Art-Torg
Dec. 15, 2021
Josef Presser 1907-1967 Figural Harlequin Painting
Est: $100 - $1,000
Josef Presser (American, 1907-1967) Mixed media painting on paper. With gouache, graphite and ink, in tones of grey, blue, orange and green. Depicting Portriate of two Harlequin faces. Artist signature upper left. Housed in gilt cut wood frame. Work Size: 14.5 x 19.5 in. SHIPPING Hill Auction Gallery will not ship. Gallery will refer a local shipper for international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request. Got something to sell? Contact us at HillAuctionGallery.com.
Hill Auction Gallery
Dec. 12, 2021
JOSEF PRESSER (1907 - 1967)
Est: $700 - $900
"Two Horses and Groom"; c. 1955; Mixed Media on Paper; 15.75" x 21.5"; Signed Lower Right; Framed (under glass).
James Cox Gallery
Dec. 12, 2021
JOSEF PRESSER (1907 - 1967)
Est: $150 - $250
"Titania"; c. 1955; Tempera and Gouache on Paper; 8.5" x 6.5"; Signed Lower Right; Framed (under glass); Note: "Essex County Section - National Council of Jewish Women: 'American Art at Mid-Century'" label on verso / Condition: minor tear in upper left quadrant.
James Cox Gallery
Jun. 17, 2021
Josef Presser, Portrait of a Girl, Acrylic and Pastel Drawing
Est: $950 - $1,200
Artist: Josef Presser, Polish/American (1907 - 1967) Title: Portrait of a Girl Portfolio: Year: circa 1950 Medium: Acrylic and Pastel on Paper, signed and dated lower left Edition: Image Size: 16 x 13 inches Size: Frame Size: 27 x 22.5 inches Printer: Publisher: Reference:
RoGallery
Apr. 02, 2021
Josef PRESSER (1907-1967) Polish - American - French
Est: $1,000 - $1,300
Josef PRESSER (1907 Lublin - 1967 Paris) ; Circus perform ; 1964-67 ; oil on cardboard / framed ; dimensions 65 x 55 cm (25 2/3 x 21 2/3 in.) ; signed lower right corner / named on verso ; Shipping to USA - DHL $320 , National post with tracking service $170 / Shipping to Europe, Russia, Middle Assia - DHL $220 , National post with tracking service $100
Art-Torg
Mar. 10, 2021
Josef Presser, Oil on Paper, Abstract
Est: $400 - $600
(American, 1907-1967) signed l.r. "Presser" Sight size: 5"h x 7-1/2"w Overall: 13"h x 15-1/2"w
Nye & Company
Mar. 07, 2021
Josef Presser "Harlequin" Large Mixed Media
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Josef Presser (Polish-American, 1907-1967) large mixed media, Expressionist composition depicting boy as harlequin or jester, signed lower right: "Presser," framed under glass. Image: 39.5" H x 26.5" W; frame: 46.5" H x 33.5" W.
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