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Jun. 26, 2022
Gasper Ruffolo (American, 1908-1997) 'Autumn Day' Oil on Canvas
Est: $400 - $600
Gasper Ruffolo (American, 1908-1997) 'Autumn Day' Oil on Canvas 1931, signed and dated lower right, depicting a landscape during fall; gold tone wood frame, having Chicago Galleries Association label en verso Provenance: The Estate of George 'Yorgo' Demetrakopoulos; professor, assistant director of the Medieval Institute and assistant to the dean at Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, Michigan from 1965-2000 Property from: a Kalamazoo, Michigan estate Category: Fine Art > American Paintings Estimated Sale Time: 11:04 am CST Shipping Status: Leonard Auction, Inc. will provide direct shipping for this lot. Please visit our website for a shipping estimate. Sales Tax: California (7.25%), Florida (6%), Georgia (8.5%), Kansas (6.5%), New Jersey (6.625%), New Mexico (5.125%), New York (8.875%), Pennsylvania (6%), Washington (10.5%) Download High Resolution Photographs: Photograph #1 Photograph #2 Photograph #3 Last modified: June 9, 2022, 2:40 pm
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Jul. 24, 2021
G. Ruffolo Oil on Canvas Portrait of General Douglas MacArthur, 1935
Est: $800 - $850
Gaspare J. Ruffolo (American/Illinois, 1908-1997) oil on canvas portrait painting depicting General Douglas MacArthur attired in his military uniform against a dark blue background interlaced with the abstract pattern of planes. Signed lower "Gaspare Ruffolo" and dated 1935. Brass plaque fixed to lower frame reads "General Douglas MacArthur, Gaspare J. Ruffolo". Housed in the original Arts and Crafts style gilt carved frame with a gilt liner. Sight: 29 1/2" H x 24 5/8" W. Framed: 38 1/4" H x 33" W. Circa 1935. Note: This painting was on display at the First National Bank of Greenwood (MS) beginning in 1970. Ruffolo lived in Greenwood, Mississippi for nearly 40 years. https://www.newspapers.com/image/249337402/?terms=gaspare%20ruffolo%20MacArthur&match=1 Artist's Biography: Born in Chicago, Gaspare Ruffolo became known for his many portraits of prominent people. He studied painting at the Art Institute of Chicago with Wellington Reynolds and George Oberteuffer and exhibited at the Art Institute. Ruffolo was a member of the Association of Chicago Painters and Sculptors, Chicago Galleries Association, and the All-Illinois Society of Fine Artists (Courtesy of AskArt).
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Jan. 26, 2019
2 Gaspare Ruffalo O/B Nude Paintings
Est: $600 - $700
Two (2) Gaspare J. Ruffolo (American/Illinois, 1908-1997) oil on board nude portrait paintings. 1st item: Painting depicting a nude young woman with curly strawberry blonde hair in an impressionistic floral landscape. Signed "Gaspere Ruffolo" lower right. Housed in a metallic silver painted wooden frame. Sight - 11 1/2" H x 13 1/2" W. Framed - 17 5/8" H x 19 3/4" W. 2nd item: Painting depicting the bust of a nude young woman with curly strawberry blonde hair against a grey background. Signed and dated "Gasper J. Ruffolo. 35" lower right. Housed under glass in a carved off-white wooden frame. Sight - 9 3/4" H x 7 5/8" W. Framed - 13 3/4" H x 11 1/2" W. American, early/mid 20th century. Biography: Chicago-born Gaspere Ruffolo (alternate spelling Gasper) studied painting at the Art Institute of Chicago with Wellington Reynolds and George Oberteuffer, and exhibited at the Art Institute. He was known for his landscapes and portraits, and was a member of the Association of Chicago Painters and Sculptors, Chicago Galleries Association, and the All-Illinois Society of Fine Artists. (source: Peter Hastings Falk, Who Was Who in American Art). (Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com.)
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Jan. 26, 2019
Gaspare Ruffalo, O/B, African American Young Man w/ Straw Hat
Est: $800 - $900
Gaspare J. Ruffolo (American/Illinois, 1908-1997) oil on board painting depicting a young African American male in a straw hat and work clothes, cotton field with figures in the background. Signed "Gaspere Ruffolo" lower right. Housed in a painted composite frame. Sight - 19 3/4" H x 15 5/8" W. Framed - 25" H x 21" W. American, early/mid 20th century. Biography: Chicago-born Gaspere Ruffolo (alternate spelling Gasper) studied painting at the Art Institute of Chicago with Wellington Reynolds and George Oberteuffer, and exhibited at the Art Institute. He was known for his landscapes and portraits, and was a member of the Association of Chicago Painters and Sculptors, Chicago Galleries Association, and the All-Illinois Society of Fine Artists. (source: Peter Hastings Falk, Who Was Who in American Art). (Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com.)
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Jan. 26, 2019
Gaspare Ruffalo, O/C, African American Banjo Player
Est: $1,000 - $1,200
Gaspare J. Ruffolo (American/Illinois, 1908-1997) oil on canvas painting depicting a black man playing a banjo and wearing a white shirt, overalls, and hat against a brick background. Signed "Gaspere Ruffolo" lower left. Housed in a black painted frame. Sight - 25 1/2" H x 19 1/2" W. Framed - 28 1/4" H x 22" W. American, early/mid 20th century. Biography: Chicago-born Gaspere Ruffolo (alternate spelling Gasper) studied painting at the Art Institute of Chicago with Wellington Reynolds and George Oberteuffer, and exhibited at the Art Institute. He was known for his landscapes and portraits, and was a member of the Association of Chicago Painters and Sculptors, Chicago Galleries Association, and the All-Illinois Society of Fine Artists. (source: Peter Hastings Falk, Who Was Who in American Art). (Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com.)
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Oct. 06, 2018
3 Gaspere Ruffolo Paintings
Est: $250 - $350
Three (3) paintings by Gaspare J. Ruffolo (American/Illinois, 1908-1997). 1st item: Impressionist oil on board painting titled "Hong Kong Junk" depicting Asian fishing boats at a crowded port. Housed in a contemporary wood frame. Signed lower right. Sight - 19 1/4" H x 17 1/4" W. Framed - 24" H x 21 1/4" W. 2nd item: Oil on board painting depicting a 3/4 view portrait of a man in harlequin makeup, against a multi-colored diamond-patterned background. Signed "G. Ruffolo" lower right. Housed in a contemporary wooden frame. Sight - 18 5/8" H x 16 3/8" W. Framed - 32 1/4" H x 26" W. 3rd item: Oil on board painting depicting the portrait of a young woman in a pink dress and holding a bouquet of pink flowers against a blue background. Signed lower right. Housed in a pink wooden frame. Sight - 15 1/2" H x 11 1/2" W. Framed - 21 5/8" H x 17 5/8" W. Note: Paintings from a direct descendant of the artist. Biography: Gaspare J. Ruffolo was active/lived in Illinois. He was known for portrait and marine painting. (Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com.)
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Jul. 14, 2018
Gaspere Ruffolo O/B Impressionist Western Landscape
Est: $400 - $450
Gaspare J. Ruffolo (American/Illinois, 1908-1997) oil on board impressionist Western landscape painting titled "Aspen Lake" depicting a mountainous lake setting. Signed lower right "Gaspere Ruffolo". Housed in a painted wood frame. Sight - 27 1/2" H x 38 3/4" W. Framed - 34" H x 43 1/8" W. Circa 1959. Note: Painting from a direct descendant of the artist. Biography: Gaspare J. Ruffolo was active/lived in Illinois and was known for portrait and marine painting. (Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com.)
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Oct. 21, 2017
2 Gaspere Ruffolo O/B Asian Still Life Paintings
Est: $300 - $350
Two (2) Gaspere Ruffolo (American/Illinois, 1908-1997) Asian still life paintings. 1st item: Oil on board still life depicting a Quan Yin figure against a dark russett background. Signed and dated "1939" lower left. Housed in a simple gilt frame with linen matte. Sight - 15 1/2" H x 14 1/2" W. Framed - 21" H x 20" W. 2nd item: Gaspare J. Ruffolo (American/Illinois, 1908 - 1997) oil on board Asian themed still life depicting a turquoise blue elephant, seated dark-face Asian figurine and gold bangle bracelet against a cream colored draped backdrop. Signed and dated "1936" upper right corner. Housed in a giltwood frame with linen matte. Sight - 19 1/2" H x 17 1/2" W. Framed - 25 1/4" H x 23 1/4" W. Note: Paintings from a direct descendant of the artist. Biography: Gaspare J. Ruffolo was active/lived in Illinois. He was known for portrait and marine painting. (Additional high-resolution photos as well as information about PMG and third-party grading, the Friedberg Numbering System and James A. Newman are available at www.caseantiques.com.)
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Oct. 21, 2017
Gaspere Ruffolo Impressionist Oil on Board
Est: $200 - $300
Gaspare J. Ruffolo (American/Illinois, 1908-1997) impressionist oil on board titled 'Hong Kong Junk" depicting Asian fishing boats at a crowded port. Housed in a contemporary wood frame. Signed lower right. Sight - 19 1/4" H x 17 1/4" W. Framed - 24" H x 21 1/4" W. Note: Painting from a direct descendant of the artist. Biography: Gaspare J. Ruffolo was active/lived in Illinois. He was known for portrait and marine painting. (Additional high-resolution photos as well as information about PMG and third-party grading, the Friedberg Numbering System and James A. Newman are available at www.caseantiques.com.)
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Aug. 05, 2017
2 Gaspere Ruffolo Still LIfes
Est: $400 - $450
Two (2) Gaspare J. Ruffolo (American/Illinois, 1908-1997) oil paintings. 1st item: Asian themed tabletop still life painting depicting a red parrot on a naturalistic wood perch with flowering branches to the right. Housed in a simple wood frame. Signed Ruffolo and dated '39, lower left. Sight -17 1/2" H x 13 1/2" W. Framed - 19 1/2" H x 15 1/2" W. 2nd item: Oil on board still life painting depicting a Tang style horse with Chinese figure in the background. Signed Ruffolo, and dated 1943, lower left. Housed in a contemporary bamboo gilt frame. Sight - 13 3/8" H x 10 3/8" W. Framed - 18" H x 15" W. Note: Paintings from a direct descendant of the artist. (Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com)
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Aug. 05, 2017
Gaspere Ruffolo Oil, Gloucester MA
Est: $300 - $500
Gaspare J. Ruffolo (American/Illinois, 1908-1997) oil on board painting titled Street Scene Gloucester, Mass. Signed lower left G. Ruffolo, and titled en verso. Housed in a contemporary wooden frame. Sight - 14 1/2" H x 17 1/2" W. Framed - 19 5/8" H x 22 5/8" W. Early/mid 20th century. Note: Painting from a direct descendant of the artist. (Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com)
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Aug. 05, 2017
2 Gaspere Ruffolo, O/B Water Scenes, poss. New England
Est: $400 - $600
Two (2) Gaspare J. Ruffolo (American/Illinois, 1908-1997) water scene paintings, untitled but possibly depicting Gloucester, Massachusetts. 1st item: Oil on board impressionistic harbor scene painting. Signed lower right G. Ruffolo. Housed in a decorated wooden frame. Sight - 7 3/4" H x 9 5/8" W. Framed - 11 1/8" H x 13 1/8" W. 2nd item: Oil on board river or lake scene painting with lone figure near dock in the foreground and houses and boats in the background. Signed lower left G. Ruffolo. Sight - 13 5/8" H x 17 1/2" W. Framed - 16" H x 20" W. Note: Paintings from a direct descendant of the artist. (Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com)
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Aug. 05, 2017
Gaspere Ruffolo O/B, Mission Scene
Est: $600 - $800
Gaspare J. Ruffolo (American/Illinois, 1908-1997) oil on board painting depicting a Spanish Mission, most likey San Xavier del Bac or the White Dove of the Desert, near Tucson, Arizona. Signed Gaspere Ruffolo, and dated 1968, lower left. Housed in a carved wood frame with linen liner. Sight - 23 1/2" H x 35 3/8" W. Framed - 33 1/4" H x 45" W. Mid 20th century. Biography (courtesy Peter Hastings Falk, Who Was Who in American Art): Chicago-born Gasper Ruffolo studied painting at the Art Institute of Chicago with Wellington Reynolds and George Oberteuffer, and exhibited at the Art Institute. He was known for his landscapes and portraits, and was a member of the Association of Chicago Painters and Sculptors, Chicago Galleries Association, and the All-Illinois Society of Fine Artists. Provenance: Consigned by a direct descendant of the artist. (Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com)
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Aug. 05, 2017
Gaspere Ruffolo O/B, Colorado Landscape
Est: $600 - $800
Gaspare J. Ruffolo (American/Illinois, 1908-1997) oil on board Western landscape painting titled "Mountain Bell Lake, Colorado" depicting a lake foreground with snow-capped mountains in the background. Signed "Gaspere Ruffolo" lower right. Housed in a molded wood frame with linen liner. 23 1/2" H x 29 5/8" W. Framed - 32" H x 38" W. Biography (courtesy Peter Hastings Falk, Who Was Who in American Art): Chicago-born Gasper Ruffolo studied painting at the Art Institute of Chicago with Wellington Reynolds and George Oberteuffer, and exhibited at the Art Institute. He was known for his landscapes and portraits, and was a member of the Association of Chicago Painters and Sculptors, Chicago Galleries Association, and the All-Illinois Society of Fine Artists. Provenance: Consigned by a direct descendant of the artist. (Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com)
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Apr. 22, 2017
Gaspere Ruffolo Oil on Board Asian Still Life
Est: $300 - $500
Gaspare J. Ruffolo (American/Illinois, 1908 - 1997) oil on board Asian themed still life depicting a blue elephant, seated Asian figure and gold bangle against a cloth backdrop. Signed and dated "1936" upper right corner. Housed in a giltwood frame with linen matte. Sight - 19 1/2" H x 17 1/2" W. Framed - 25 1/4" H x 23 1/4" W. Note: Painting from a direct descendant of the artist. (Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com)
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Apr. 22, 2017
Gaspere Ruffolo O/B Asian Quan Yin Still Life
Est: $300 - $500
Gaspare J. Ruffolo (American/Illinois, 1908 - 1997) oil on board still life depicting a Quan Yin figure. Signed and dated "1939" lower left. Housed in a simple gilt frame with linen matte. Sight - 15 1/2" H x 14 1/2" W. Framed - 21" H x 20" W. Note: Painting from a direct descendant of the artist. (Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com)
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Apr. 22, 2017
Gaspere Ruffolo, O/B, Portrait of Man
Est: $300 - $350
Gaspare J. Ruffolo (American/Illinois, 1908 - 1997) oil on board painting depicting a 3/4 view portrait of a man in harlequin makeup, against a multi-colored diamond-patterned background. Signed "G. Ruffolo", lower right. Housed in a contemporary wooden frame. Sight - 18 5/8" H x 16 3/8" W. Framed - 32 1/4" H x 26" W. Note: Painting from a direct descendant of the artist. (Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com)
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Jan. 15, 2016
GASPER J. RUFFOLO (AMERICAN, 1908- ) OIL ON CANVAS FARM LANDSCAPE WITH BARN, SIGNED AND DATED LOWER LEFT, OVERALL SIZE 39 1/2" X 45...
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GASPER J. RUFFOLO (AMERICAN, 1908- ) OIL ON CANVAS FARM LANDSCAPE WITH BARN, SIGNED AND DATED LOWER LEFT, OVERALL SIZE 39 1/2" X 45 1/2"
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