Mabel Pugh Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Mabel Pugh Art Value Price Guide

Jun. 01, 2024
Mabel (Sarah) Pugh Artist N.C. Watercolor Painting
Est: $100 - $10,000
Mid 20th Century; Original,12.25” height by 9.5” width. Mabel Pugh (1891-1986), a North Carolina artist known for her woodblock prints and Impressionist paintings, spent most of her artistic career teaching and working in North Carolina. It was while Pugh attended the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts she was awarded the William Emlen Cresson Memorial Traveling Scholarship in 1919. She used the scholarship to travel to Europe in the summer of 1921 and traveled across Italy, France, and England. It was in July 1921 when she visited Paris, France, and most likely painted this original watercolor of Notre Dame's south and east façades. The French Gothic architecture, with its flying buttresses and rose windows, has made this cathedral an iconic landmark in the city of Paris. Situated along the Seine, Pugh found the perfect spot to paint a scene from everyday French life, just as the Impressionists did in late nineteenth-century Paris. Given Pugh’s brief time abroad, few of her works have a distinct international subject matter. Signed bottom right. Circa 1921. Professionally framed and matted behind glass. Not inspected outside of the frame. Modern frame 19.25” height and 15.25” width. We encourage all interested parties to make an appointment for viewing and inspection of paintings. Please view the photos. Provenance: Estate collection of Mary And Arthur Watts Clark Sr. Durham N.C.
Mebane Antique Auction
Jun. 01, 2024
Mabel (Sarah) Pugh Artist N.C. White Narcissus Oil Painting
Est: $100 - $10,000
Mid 20th Century; Original, 24” height by 18” width Mabel Pugh (1891-1986), renowned North Carolina artist for her woodblock prints and Impressionist paintings, was actively involved in her community. She lived in Morrisville and worked most of her life in the Raleigh area as the head of the art department at Peace College until her retirement in 1960. She was also involved with other North Carolina societies and clubs, such as the North Carolina chapter of the Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution which designated Pugh their “official illustrator.” She even designed in 1937 “a map of North Carolina for nature lovers” which depicted stylized places of interest across the state such as the iris garden at the Sarah P. Duke Gardens. She loved her state and its local flora. Perhaps this is why she was inspired to paint White Narcissus, an original still life that depicts white narcissus tazzeta, also known as daffodils, and white and purple irises. These flowers symbolize youthfulness, innocence, and wisdom and in 1935 there were 40,000 irises and 25,000 daffodils at the Duke Gardens. Signed “Mabel Pugh” bottom left. The title White Narcissus is written in pencil on the side of the canvas. Stretched canvas. We encourage all interested parties to make an appointment for viewing and inspection of paintings. Please view the photos. Provenance: Estate collection of Mary And Arthur Watts Clark Sr. Durham N.C.
Mebane Antique Auction
Jun. 01, 2024
Mabel (Sarah) Pugh Artist N.C. Golden Glow Oil Painting
Est: $100 - $10,000
Mid 20th Century; Original, 22” height by 16” width North Carolina artist Mabel Pugh (1891-1986) received much recognition for her art while alive. Her talent for portraits even earned her the recognition of the Library of Congress which acquired her oil portraits of North Carolina congressmen Harold D. Cooley and Herbert Bonner, and now hang in the U.S. House of Representatives. Her original, Golden Glow, appears as an Impressionist-inspired portrait with a young girl dressed in pink and seated in a garden. She appears to be sewing a bonnet and wears her hair in the short bob with a fringe style that was popular in the 1920s. The subject matter of this portrait is very similar to that of American Impressionist Mary Cassatt (1844-1926). Cassatt was known for her images of domestic life, specifically of women and children. Jeune fille au jardin (1880-1882) is one of these, which also depicts a young girl sewing in a garden and was shown at the 1886 Impressionist group’s exhibit. Given that Pugh and Cassatt studied at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (Pugh ca. 1915-1919, Cassatt ca. 1860-1864), and Cassatt’s fame, undoubtedly Pugh was inspired by Cassatt and was aware of her work. According to Mary Cannon Clark, a curator from the St. John’s Museum of Art (now Cameron Art Museum) in Wilmington, NC told her this “portrait of a young girl in a field of flowers in sunlight” was painted while Pugh studied in Paris. Indeed, Pugh was awarded the William Emlen Cresson Memorial Traveling Scholarship in 1919 and traveled to Paris in 1921 to study art. Not signed on the front. Circa 1921. On the verso in cursive: “Golden Glow by Mabel Pugh Price 150.00 Oil on Canvas.” After inspection, the title was written clearer on the edge of the canvas as “Golden Glow.” This painting most likely was a gift to Clark from Pugh as indicated by the signed ARTNews card found in the frame. Antique frame 24.75” height and 19.5” width. Artist signed card 4.75” height and 3.25” width. We encourage all interested parties to make an appointment for viewing and inspection of paintings. Please view the photos. Provenance: Estate collection of Mary And Arthur Watts Clark Sr. Durham N.C.
Mebane Antique Auction
Dec. 09, 2022
Mabel (Sarah) Pugh (American 1891-1986), Still Life of Tulips and Classical Sculptures, Oil on canvas, 20 x 24 in (50.8 x 61 cm)
Est: $800 - $1,200
Mabel (Sarah) Pugh (American, 1891-1986) Still Life of Tulips and Classical Sculptures Oil on canvas Signed Mabel Pugh and dated 1939 l.l.
Weschler's
Feb. 12, 2022
2 Sarah Mabel Pugh woodcuts
Est: $200 - $400
Sarah Mabel Pugh (1891-1986) 1). ''At The Piano''- woodcut, signed, titled and numbered 21 in pencil. 8 1/4 x 5 1/4''; 2). ''Poe's Cottage at Fordham''- woodcut, signed, titled and numbered 4 in pencil. 5 1/2 x 7 1/2''
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Oct. 17, 2020
Mabel Pugh N.C. Artist Banded Japan Lily Oil Painting
Est: $100 - $10,000
Mid 20th Century; Original, Overall frame measures 19" x 21", board 9.5" x 11.5", Oil on board, signed lower left, handwritten title and signature on reverse, framed in gold gilt shadowbox, frame has light wear throughout, Overall good condition, Please view photos
Mebane Antique Auction
Aug. 27, 2020
Mabel Pugh (NC/NY, 1891-1986), Figure Study of a Classical Marble Sculpture
Est: $25 - $25,000
Mabel Pugh (NC/NY, 1891-1986), Figure Study of a Classical Marble Sculpture charcoal on paper, signed and dated 1916 at lower right, matted and framed. SS 21.5 x 14 in.; DOA 29.5 x 22 in. Born in Morrisville, North Carolina, Mabel Pugh studied at Peace College in Raleigh (then Peace Institute) from 1907 until 1913. After leaving Peace, she continued her art studies at Columbia University, the Art Students League in New York, and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Her work was very well received, with numerous woodblock prints and paintings exhibited across the country and gracing a variety of book jackets. She returned to Raleigh in the 1930s where she served as head of the Art Department at Peace College from 1938 until 1960. From the collection of Roy High, Cary, North Carolina Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com
Leland Little Auctions
Jan. 05, 2019
att. Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), Italianate Garden
Est: $25 - $25,000
att. Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), Italianate Garden oil on canvas, unsigned, presented in a gilt frame with linen liner. DOA 18 x 25.5 in. Purchased from Mabel Pugh's estate sale. Additional high-resolution photos are available at LelandLittle.com
Leland Little Auctions
Jun. 16, 2018
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), Water Carriers and Subway
Est: $300 - $600
the first a lithograph that is pencil signed, titled, and numbered 22/3 lower margin; the second a woodcut print that is pencil signed and titled lower margin; both matted and framed. Image Size 13 x 8 7/8 in., DOA 19 1/8 x 15 1/4 in. (the first); Image 6 x 4 1/8 in., DOA 11 x 9 in. (the second) From the Estate of the late John L. Moorhead, Durham, NC Additional high-resolution photos are available at LelandLittle.com
Leland Little Auctions
Jun. 16, 2018
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), Still Life with Flowers
Est: $800 - $1,200
oil on canvas, signed and dated 1953 at lower right, inscribed on the verso, presented in a period faux bamboo frame. SS 17.5 x 15.75 in.; DOA 19 x 17 in. Born in Morrisville, NC, Mabel Pugh studied at Peace College (then Peace Institute) in Raleigh from 1907 until 1913. After leaving Peace, she continued her art studies at Columbia University, the Art Students League (New York), and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Her work was very well received, with numerous woodblock prints and paintings exhibited across the country and gracing numerous book jackets. She returned to Raleigh in the 1930s where she served as head of Peace College's Art Department from 1938 until 1960. From the Estate of the late John L. Moorhead, Durham, NC Additional high-resolution photos are available at LelandLittle.com
Leland Little Auctions
Sep. 16, 2017
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), Self Portrait in Studio
Est: $1,000 - $3,000
oil on canvas on board, signed at lower right, presented in a later frame. SS 24 x 19 in.; DOA 30 x 25 2/8 in. Born in Morrisville, NC, Mabel Pugh studied at Peace College (then Peace Institute) in Raleigh from 1907 until 1913. After leaving Peace, she continued her art studies at Columbia University, the Art Students League (New York), and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Her work was very well received, with numerous woodblock prints and paintings exhibited across the country and gracing numerous book jackets. She returned to Raleigh in the 1930s where she served as head of Peace College's Art Department from 1938 until 1960. Additional high-resolution photos are available at LelandLittle.com
Leland Little Auctions
May. 20, 2017
Mabel Pugh "Mary Queen of Scots" Woodblock Print
Est: $20 - $40
Mabel Pugh (American, 1891 - 1986) "Mary Queen of Scots" woodblock print, initialed in the plate, pencil titled and signed; measures approximately 14-1/2" in height by 11" in width with a sight image of approximately 7-1/8" in height by 5" in width. Matted and framed under glass. Mabel Pugh (American, 1891 - 1986) was an American artists whose block prints began appeared on the covers of popular novels, her illustrations in pen and ink were published within them. Her illustrations were used in many magazines such as McCalls, Ladies Home Journal, The Forum and The Survey Graphic. The artist won numerous exhibition awards at various venues including the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts in 1920, the National Association of Women Painters and Sculptors in 1934.
Bremo Auctions
Mar. 18, 2017
Mabel Pugh "Mary Queen of Scots" Woodblock Print
Est: $80 - $160
Mabel Pugh (America, 1891 - 1986) "Mary Queen of Scots" woodblock print, initialed in the plate, pencil titled and signed; measures approximately 14-1/2" in height by 11" in width with a sight image of approximately 7-1/8" in height by 5" in width. Matted and framed under glass. Mabel Pugh was an American artists whose block prints began appeared on the covers of popular novels, her illustrations in pen and ink were published within them. Her illustrations were used in many magazines such as McCalls, Ladies Home Journal, The Forum and The Survey Graphic. The artist won numerous exhibition awards at various venues including the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts in 1920, the National Association of Women Painters and Sculptors in 1934.
Bremo Auctions
Jan. 21, 2017
Mabel Pugh Woodblock Print
Est: $160 - $260
Mabel Pugh (America, 1891 - 1986) "Mary Queen of Scots" woodblock print, initialed in the plate, pencil titled and signed; measures approximately 14-1/2" x 11" with sight image of approximately 7-1/8" x 5". Matted and framed under glass. Mabel Pugh was an American artists whose block prints began appeared on the covers of popular novels, her illustrations in pen and ink were published within them. Her illustrations were used in many magazines such as McCalls, Ladies Home Journal, The Forum and The Survey Graphic. The artist won numerous exhibition awards at various venues including the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts in 1920, the National Association of Women Painters and Sculptors in 1934.
Bremo Auctions
Sep. 09, 2016
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), Red Poppies
Est: $800 - $1,200
oil on canvas, signed at lower left, a typed note affixed to the verso dates this painting to circa 1925, presented in a silvered and gold tone frame. SS 27.5 x 19.5 in.; DOA 33.75 x 25.5 in. Born in Morrisville, NC, Mabel Pugh studied at Peace College (then Peace Institute) in Raleigh from 1907 until 1913. After leaving Peace, she continued her art studies at Columbia University, the Art Students League (New York), and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Her work was very well received, with numerous woodblock prints and paintings exhibited across the country and gracing numerous book jackets. She returned to Raleigh in the 1930s where she served as head of Peace College's Art Department from 1938 until 1960. Acquired by the consignor from Leland Little Auctions, The Fall Catalogue Auction, September 13-14, 2013 (lot 48)
Leland Little Auctions
Mar. 14, 2015
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), Streetscape
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
oil on canvas, signed at lower right "Mabel Pugh," the verso with graphite sketch, presented in the likely original frame. SS 20 x 24 in.; DOA 25 x 29 in.
Leland Little Auctions
Mar. 14, 2015
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), "In the Laundry"
Est: $500 - $700
oil on oil cloth, monogrammed at lower right "MP," retaining an old gallery label on the verso, matted and framed under glass. SS 10 x 13 in.; DOA 17 x 19.5 in.
Leland Little Auctions
Dec. 05, 2014
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), Two Woodcuts
Est: $200 - $400
the first titled "Lower Church, (illegible)," printed on paper, pencil signed, numbered and titled in lower margin, monogrammed in the plate, matted and framed under glass (SS 6 x 4.25 in.; DOA 12.5 x 10 3/8 in.); the second titled "1921 Study," printed on silk, signed and titled in ink along lower margin, matted and framed under glass (SS 5 5/8 x 4 3/8 in.; DOA 11.25 x 10 in.).
Leland Little Auctions
Apr. 30, 2014
Mabel Pugh - Walking Home
Est: $900 - $1,000
Mabel Pugh Am. 1891-1986 Walking Home Signed and dated "Mabel Pugh 1930" l.r. Oil on artist board 16 x 20 in. 40.6 x 50.8 cm Property of Janis Kerd, Leonia, New Jersey
Barridoff Auctions
Mar. 15, 2014
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), "Village Green"
Est: $800 - $1,200
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), "Village Green" oil on canvas board, inscribed on the verso "Village Green / by Mabel Pugh," signed at lower right "Mabel Pugh," presented in a gilt frame with linen liner. SS 15.25 x 19.5 in.; DOA 22 x 26 in. Several abrasions and paint flakes.
Leland Little Auctions
Sep. 13, 2013
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), "Rock House Ruins..."
Est: $100 - $300
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), "Rock House Ruins..." "...Stokes Co. NC," pencil signed and titled along lower margin, numbered 100/11, matted but unframed. SS 9.5 x 11 in.; DOA 15.5 x 17 in.
Leland Little Auctions
Sep. 13, 2013
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), "Winter"
Est: $100 - $300
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), "Winter" wood engraving, pencil signed and titled along lower margin, matted and framed under glass. SS 7.5 x 9 in.; DOA 16.25 x 20.25 in.
Leland Little Auctions
Sep. 13, 2013
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), "St. Matthew's..."
Est: $200 - $400
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), "St. Matthew's..." "...Hillsboro," wood engraving, pencil signed and titled along lower margin, numbered 100/8, matted and framed under glass. SS 8.5 x 11.5 in.; DOA 15 x 17 in.
Leland Little Auctions
Sep. 13, 2013
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), "The Swimming Hole"
Est: $200 - $400
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), "The Swimming Hole" lithograph, pencil signed and titled along lower margin, numbered 15/, matted but unframed. SS 10 x 12.25 in.
Leland Little Auctions
Sep. 13, 2013
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), Farm Scene
Est: $100 - $300
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), Farm Scene wood engraving, signed in pencil "Mabel Pugh" and inscribed in pencil along lower edge "Sold to Ladies' Home Journal," unframed. Sheet 7 x 10 in.
Leland Little Auctions
Sep. 13, 2013
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), "Hyacinth"
Est: $100 - $300
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), "Hyacinth" wood engraving, signed and titled in pencil along lower margin, numbered 100/7, matted and framed. SS 8 1/8 x 5 1/8 in.; DOA 14 x 12 in.
Leland Little Auctions
Sep. 13, 2013
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), "Red Poppies"
Est: $800 - $1,200
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), "Red Poppies" oil on canvas, signed at lower left, presented in a silvered and gold tone frame. SS 27.5 x 19.5 in.; DOA 33.75 x 25.5 in. Some crazing and dry surface; small paint flake; some surface grime.
Leland Little Auctions
Mar. 16, 2013
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), "Sunset"
Est: $600 - $900
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), "Sunset" oil on canvas, signed at lower left "Mabel Pugh," inscribed by the artist on the verso "Sunset by Mabel Pugh," presented in a later composition frame. SS 11.5 x 15.5 in.; DOA 15 x 19.25 in. Property of a Collector, Apex, NC No apparent condition concerns.
Leland Little Auctions
Mar. 17, 2012
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), Central Park
Est: $300 - $500
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), Central Park watercolor and ink on paper, signed at lower right "Pugh," matted and framed under glass, retaining portion from original mat inscribed "Spring - Central Park, $15." Paper 12 x 18 in.; DOA 21 x 26 in. Property of a Collector, Apex, NC Buckling, paper is light struck.
Leland Little Auctions
Mar. 21, 2009
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), Señorita,
Est: $500 - $700
Mabel Pugh (NC, 1891-1986), Señorita, oil on canvas (cut and relined), signed lower right "Mabel Pugh," housed in a contemporary gilt wood frame. Born in Morrisville, NC, Mabel Pugh studied at Peace College (then Peace Institute) in Raleigh from 1907 until 1913. After leaving Peace, she continued her art studies at Columbia University, the Art Students League (New York), and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Her work was very well received, with numerous woodblock prints and paintings exhibited across the country and gracing numerous book jackets. She returned to Raleigh in the 1930s where she served as head of Peace College's Art Department from 1938 until 1960. SS 9.75" x 11.75"; DOA 12 1/8" x 14.25" The Collection of Billy Farmer and Bill Morrison of Louisburg, NC. Purchased from the estate auction of Ethel Casey, wife of Coach Willis Casey, the Swimming Coach and Athletic Director at NCSU.
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