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b. 1947 -

The ceramic sculpture of Gary Spinosa is evocative of ancient idols and totemic ritual. Combining human, animal, and architectural forms, Spinosa seeks to materialize spiritual energy through his mysterious, yet serenely benevolent figures. The Museum’s Life Force of the Fields, an anthropomorphic bust of a bull-like entity, is a relatively early version of an idea that has occupied the artist for a number of years. For Spinosa, the bull, and animals in general, contain the keys to a universal language that unites humanity at its most primal level.

Born in Memphis, Tennessee, Spinosa studied at the Cleveland Institute of Art and Edinboro University of Pennsylvania, where he earned the degree of M.F.A. in 1988. Since the early 1970s, he has participated regularly in group shows, and has had numerous solo exhibitions in Ohio and Pennsylvania. The artist currently resides in Venango, Pennsylvania.

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  • GARY SPINOSA (AMERICAN, B. 1947)
    Nov. 27, 2024

    GARY SPINOSA (AMERICAN, B. 1947)

    Est: $2,000 - $4,000

    Gary Spinosa (American, b. 1947) Untitled, 1970, Mixed media, ceramic Signed on linen in pencil lower right. Mixed media sculpture, comprising a painting on linen mounted on board, with three shadowbox shelves faced with glass each enclosing Spinosa's iconic ceramic fetishes. H: 69 W: 30 1/2 in. 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. Condition requests can be obtained via email or by telephone . Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Gray's Auctioneers shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

    Gray's Auctioneers
  • Gary Spinosa (American, born 1947) "Sun Ram" Ink On Paper
    Aug. 13, 2024

    Gary Spinosa (American, born 1947) "Sun Ram" Ink On Paper

    Est: $200 - $2,000

    DESCRIPTION: Stamped ink on paper entitled "Sun Ram" by Gary Spinosa depicting a ram superimposed over an anthropomorphic sun surrounded by foliage, wheels, and hands. Signed at lower right. Mounted in a metal frame. Provenance: From the estate of David Beatty a prominent Latin American art collector and donor to MOA, Ft. Lauderdale. CIRCA: 20th Century ORIGIN: USA DIMENSIONS: With frame - H: 10.25" W: 0.75" L: 7.75" Without frame - H: 5.75" L: 5.5" CONDITION: Minor discoloration to paper consistent with age and use Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email.

    Akiba Galleries
  • Gary Spinosa (b. 1947) 1987 Ceramic Figural Sculpture
    Jul. 25, 2024

    Gary Spinosa (b. 1947) 1987 Ceramic Figural Sculpture

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    DESCRIPTION: Gary Spinosa (b. 1947) Ceramic figural sculpture with fish-like form, completed with multi colored iridescent finish. Incised signature and date 'Spinosa, 87' CIRCA: 1987 ORIGIN: USA DIMENSIONS: H: 2" x W: 3" x L: 6" CONDITION: Great overall condition. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email.

    Akiba Galleries
  • Gary Spinosa (American, b. 1947)
    Jun. 29, 2024

    Gary Spinosa (American, b. 1947)

    Est: $150 - $300

    Philosopher's Stone, modelled pigmented porcelain, incised signature on side and dated 1994. Bird-like, with big bill, two pink faces in belly and terminates like a snake-like a bad marriage. Measures 8-1/2"L x 2"W x 1"D. Condition: Handling soils, otherwise excellent. Condition: Handling soils, otherwise excellent.

    Neue Auctions
  • Gary Spinosa (American, b. 1947)
    Jun. 29, 2024

    Gary Spinosa (American, b. 1947)

    Est: $75 - $125

    Pendant, modelled pigmented porcelain, incised signature on side and dated 1995. Grey having a mouse-like face but as an old man. Verso pierced for suspension. Measures 3"L x 1-3/8"W x 3/8"D. Condition: Handling soils, otherwise excellent.

    Neue Auctions
  • Gary Spinosa (American, b. 1947)
    Jun. 29, 2024

    Gary Spinosa (American, b. 1947)

    Est: $150 - $250

    Philosopher's Stone, modelled pigmented porcelain, incised signature on side and dated 1992. Green, orange and yellow reptilian pattern, duck-bill face. Measures 5-1/2"L x 3"W x 1-3/4"D. Condition: Handling soils, otherwise excellent.

    Neue Auctions
  • Gary Spinosa (American, b. 1947)
    Jun. 29, 2024

    Gary Spinosa (American, b. 1947)

    Est: $150 - $250

    Philosopher's Stone, modelled pigmented porcelain, incised signature on side and dated 1992. Blue, green, grey with yellow, having a reptilian pattern, goat-like head with horns and long ears. Measures 6-1/2"L x 2-1/4"W x 1-1/2"D. Condition: Handling soils, otherwise excellent.

    Neue Auctions
  • Gary Spinosa porcelain stone
    Oct. 21, 2023

    Gary Spinosa porcelain stone

    Est: $300 - $600

    Gary Spinosa (American 1947-) Untitled porcelain stone in the form of a bird and female figure, 2002, signed Spinosa 2002 along side.   6 3/4 x 2 1/2 x 1"

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa porcelain stone
    Oct. 21, 2023

    Gary Spinosa porcelain stone

    Est: $300 - $600

    Gary Spinosa (1947- ) Untitled porcelain stone, in the form of multiple faces, signed Spinosa on side.  3 1/2 x 2 1/4 x 2"

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa porcelain stone
    Oct. 21, 2023

    Gary Spinosa porcelain stone

    Est: $300 - $600

    Gary Spinosa (1947- ) Untitled porcelain stone, in the form of animal, face and two birds with second face on underside.   4 1/4 x 2 1/4 x 2 1/2

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa porcelain stone
    Oct. 21, 2023

    Gary Spinosa porcelain stone

    Est: $300 - $600

    Gary Spinosa (American 1947- ) Untitled porcelain stone, in the form of an animal face with a face in profile on underside.   3 1/2 x 2 1/2 x 1 1/4"

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa porcelain stone
    Oct. 21, 2023

    Gary Spinosa porcelain stone

    Est: $300 - $600

    Gary Spinosa (1947- ) Untitled porcelain stone, in the form of an animal face, signed Spinosa on the side.  4 x 2 1/2 x 2"

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa porcelain stone
    Oct. 21, 2023

    Gary Spinosa porcelain stone

    Est: $300 - $600

    Gary Spinosa (American 1947- ) Untitled porcelain stone, in the form of two faces and bird.   4 1/4 x 3 x 2 3/4"  

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa stone
    Mar. 25, 2023

    Gary Spinosa stone

    Est: $100 - $200

    Gary Spinosa (1947- ) Philosopher Stone ceramic sculpture mounted to wood pedestal, 1975, stamped signature on base bottom. 7 1/2''h

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa ceramic
    Mar. 25, 2023

    Gary Spinosa ceramic

    Est: $100 - $200

    Gary Spinosa (1947- ) Philosopher Stone ceramic sculpture, 1974, signed Spinosa on bottom, set on wood pedestal, stamped signature and date on bottom of pedestal, very good condition. 1 1/2 x 2 1/4 x 1 1/2'' (stone)

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • GARY SPINOSA (AMERICAN, B. 1947)
    Feb. 01, 2023

    GARY SPINOSA (AMERICAN, B. 1947)

    Est: $3,000 - $5,000

    Gary Spinosa (American, b. 1947) Untitled, 1970, Mixed media, ceramic Signed on linen in pencil lower right. Mixed media sculpture, comprising a painting on linen mounted on board, with three shadowbox shelves faced with glass each enclosing Spinosa's iconic ceramic fetishes. H: 69 W: 30 1/2 in.

    Gray's Auctioneers
  • Gary Spinosa (American, b. 1947)
    Oct. 19, 2022

    Gary Spinosa (American, b. 1947)

    Est: $4,000 - $6,000

    Gary Spinosa (American, b. 1947) Untitled, 1970, Mixed media, Signed on linen in pencil lower right. Mixed media sculpture, comprising a painting on linen mounted on board, and three shelves faced with glass each enclosing ceramic fetishes. H: 69 W: 30 1/2 in.

    Gray's Auctioneers
  • 3 Gary Spinosa porcelain stones
    Mar. 19, 2022

    3 Gary Spinosa porcelain stones

    Est: $200 - $400

    Gary Spinosa (American 1947- ) Stones 3 porcelain sculptures, 2 signed Spinosa. 4 x 3 x 1 1/4'' (largest)

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa sculpture
    Mar. 19, 2022

    Gary Spinosa sculpture

    Est: $700 - $1,000

    Gary Spinosa (American 1947- ) Totem ceramic sculpture, 1972, signed Spinosa/ 1972 back side at base, set on 3 tiered wood base. 27 x 10 x 10''

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa Porcelain Stone
    Feb. 19, 2022

    Gary Spinosa Porcelain Stone

    Est: $200 - $400

    Gary Spinosa (American, b.1947) Stone, in the form of a bird and human face, the bird with long beak, together with a mysterious face, molded and pigmented porcelain on hand built wood and velvet base. Dimensions: 3 in.h. x  x 3.25 in. w. ceramic only. Condition: Very good with no damage or restoration.

    Neue Auctions
  • Gary Spinosa Porcelain Stone
    Feb. 19, 2022

    Gary Spinosa Porcelain Stone

    Est: $200 - $400

    Gary Spinosa (American, b.1947) Stone, in the form of a bird and face, the bird with long beak, together with a mysterious face emanating from the tip of the beak, the face with one blue eye open, the other closed,  molded and pigmented porcelain on hand built wood and velvet base. Dimensions: 4 x 3.5 in. ceramic only. Condition: Shallow chips to one side.

    Neue Auctions
  • Gary Spinosa Porcelain Stone
    Feb. 19, 2022

    Gary Spinosa Porcelain Stone

    Est: $200 - $400

    Gary Spinosa (American b.1947) Stone, in the form of a duck bill with face and bird head, with closed eyes, human and bird head to top of form, pigmented porcelain, signed Spinosa.  Dimensions: 5.5 in.l x 2.25 in.w. Condition: Rough spots to tip of duck bill and small chip.

    Neue Auctions
  • Gary Spinosa Porcelain Stone
    Feb. 19, 2022

    Gary Spinosa Porcelain Stone

    Est: $100 - $300

    Gary Spinosa (American b.1947) Stone, in the form of a duck bill with face, blue swirl design and open blue eyes, signed Spinosa. pigmented porcelain. Dimensions: 5 in.l x 2 in.w. Condition: Chip to end of bill with repair and loss.

    Neue Auctions
  • Gary Spinosa Ceramic Sculpture Reclining Cow
    Feb. 19, 2022

    Gary Spinosa Ceramic Sculpture Reclining Cow

    Est: $250 - $450

    Gary Spinosa (American, b.1947) Reclining Cow, 1975, hand modeled figure on hand made wood base, stamped Spinosa 1975 with artist's symbol. Dimensions: 6 x 5.5 x 5.5 in. Condition: Very good with no damage or restoration.

    Neue Auctions
  • Gary Spinosa Porcelain Head
    Feb. 19, 2022

    Gary Spinosa Porcelain Head

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Gary Spinosa (American, b. 1947) Spirit Portrait, glazed porcelain on hand built stepped wood base. Stamped signature to obverse. Dimensions: 13.5 in total ht. 7.5 x 5 x 5 in. size of head alone. Condition: Very good with no damage or restoration.

    Neue Auctions
  • Gary Spinosa Porcelain Relief Sculpture
    Feb. 19, 2022

    Gary Spinosa Porcelain Relief Sculpture

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Gary Spinosa (American b.1947) Reclining Nude in Mountain Landscape, 1981, pigmented porcelain relief, signed and dated lower right, framed. Dimensions: 16.5 x 12.5 in. image size, 20.25 x 16.5 in. as framed. Condition: Very good with no damage or restoration.

    Neue Auctions
  • Gary Spinosa ceramic
    Oct. 23, 2021

    Gary Spinosa ceramic

    Est: $200 - $400

    Untitled- ceramic sculpture, signed Spinosa on side. 1 x 4 3/4 x 2 1/14''

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa (American, b. 1947) Untitled, Ceramic sculpture,
    Aug. 18, 2021

    Gary Spinosa (American, b. 1947) Untitled, Ceramic sculpture,

    Est: $200 - $400

    Gary Spinosa (American, b. 1947) Untitled, Ceramic sculpture, Unsigned. H: 5 1/2 W: 1 3/4 in. An important Cleveland collector.

    Gray's Auctioneers
  • 3 Gary Spinosa ceramics
    May. 08, 2021

    3 Gary Spinosa ceramics

    Est: $150 - $250

    Gary Spinosa (American 1947- )- 2 Stones and 1 Pendant- ceramic sculptures, ca. 1980, 2 smaller ones are signed 'Spinosa', very good condition. 3 3/4 x 3'' (largest)

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa sculpture
    May. 08, 2021

    Gary Spinosa sculpture

    Est: $150 - $250

    Gary Spinosa (American 1947- )- Untitled- ceramic sculpture mounted on wood base, 1976, signed Spinosa at base of ceramic, also signed on bottom of pedestal, good condition. 14 1/2 x 9 1/2 x 4 1/2''

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa (American, b.1947) Ceramic Sculpture
    Mar. 21, 2021

    Gary Spinosa (American, b.1947) Ceramic Sculpture

    Est: $200 - $400

    Gary Spinosa (American, b.1947) Ceramic Sculpture 2002, signed and dated on left upper side; ceramic fetish of human, animal and sea form Property from: a Chicago (Lincoln Park), Illinois estate Category: Fine Art > Sculpture Estimated Sale Time: 12:43 pm CST Shipping Status: Leonard Auction, Inc. will provide direct shipping for this lot. Please visit our website for a shipping estimate. Sales Tax: Illinois (8.000%), New Jersey (6.250%), Pennsylvania (8.000%), Washington (10.500%) Links to High Resolution Images: Image #1 Image #2 Image #3

    Leonard Auction
  • 4 Gary Spinosa ceramics
    Mar. 20, 2021

    4 Gary Spinosa ceramics

    Est: $200 - $400

    Gary Spinosa (American 1947- )- Philosopher Stones- 4 ceramic sculptures, 3 signed, very good condition. 4 1/2 x 3 1/4 x 1 1/2'' (largest)

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa ceramic
    Oct. 24, 2020

    Gary Spinosa ceramic

    Est: $150 - $250

    Gary Spinosa (American 1947- )- Untitled- ceramic sculpture, signed Spinosa back, very good condition. 3 x 1 3/4''

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa ceramic stone
    Oct. 24, 2020

    Gary Spinosa ceramic stone

    Est: $150 - $250

    Gary Spinosa (American 1947- )- Untitled- ceramic sculpture, signed Spinosa back, set on wood pedestal, very good condition. 2 1/8''h; 3''h (with pedestal)

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa ceramic
    Oct. 24, 2020

    Gary Spinosa ceramic

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Gary Spinosa (American 1947- )- Untitled- ceramic sculpture, 1979, signed Spinosa 1979 on back, very good condition. 21''h

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa (American, b.1947)
    Aug. 22, 2020

    Gary Spinosa (American, b.1947)

    Est: $150 - $250

    Gary Spinosa (American, b.1947) "Dawn," etching on paper, signed in pencil lower right, titled, numbered 25/50, framed. Published for NOVA, The New Organization for The Visual Arts, Cleveland, Ohio.  Dimensions: 10.5 x 9 in. image size Condition: Very good with no damage or repair

    Neue Auctions
  • Gary Spinosa (American, b.1947)
    Aug. 22, 2020

    Gary Spinosa (American, b.1947)

    Est: $200 - $400

    Gary Spinosa (American, b.1947) "Range Land Nest View," etching in colors on paper, signed in pencil lower right, titled, numbered, 3/4 color, in shaped matting, framed, likely by the artist.  Dimensions: 25 x 18 in.  approximate image size, 33.25 x 26.5 in. as framed.  Condition: Very good with no damage or repair.

    Neue Auctions
  • Gary Spinosa cerammic
    Mar. 21, 2020

    Gary Spinosa cerammic

    Est: $200 - $400

    Gary Spinosa (American 1947- )- Philosopher Stone- ceramic sculpture, 2014, signed and dated on side, very good condition. 4 1/2 x 3''

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa ceramic
    Mar. 21, 2020

    Gary Spinosa ceramic

    Est: $100 - $200

    Gary Spinosa (American 1947- )- Philosopher Stone- ceramic sculpture, 1990, signed and dated on side, very good condition. 4 3/4''

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa sculpture
    Mar. 21, 2020

    Gary Spinosa sculpture

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Gary Spinosa (American 1947- )- Untitled- ceramic sculpture, rubber stamp of hand on wood mount, very good condition. 23 x 12 x 9''

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa sculpture
    Oct. 19, 2019

    Gary Spinosa sculpture

    Est: $100 -

    Gary Spinosa (American 1947- )- Philosopher's Stone- ceramic sculpture, signed Spinosa on side, very good condition. 2 x 4 1/2 x 3''

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa sculpture
    Oct. 19, 2019

    Gary Spinosa sculpture

    Est: $200 -

    Gary Spinosa (American 1947- )- Philosopher's Stone- ceramic sculpture, 1982, signed Spinosa 1982 on side, very good condition. 1 1/2 x 5 1/4 x 2 1/4''

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa stone
    Oct. 19, 2019

    Gary Spinosa stone

    Est: $150 -

    Gary Spinosa (American 1947- )- Philosopher's Stone- ceramic sculpture, signed Spinosa, good condition. 3 3/4 x 2 3/4 x 2''

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa sculpture
    Oct. 19, 2019

    Gary Spinosa sculpture

    Est: $700 -

    Gary Spinosa (American 1947- )- Untitled- ceramic sculpture, 1982, signed Spinosa/ 1982 on back set on wood pedestal, very good condition. 10 1/2 x 7 x 4 1/2'' (16''h with pedestal)

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa (American, b. 1947) Ceramic Fetishes
    Aug. 02, 2019

    Gary Spinosa (American, b. 1947) Ceramic Fetishes

    Est: $400 - $600

    Gary Spinosa (American, b. 1947) Ceramic Fetishes Late 20th century. Five ceramic fetishes by Gary Spinosa of human and animal form of a variety of decorations and colors, three signed and two dated 1994 and 1988; largest lg. 8.25, wd. 2.25 in.

    Cowan's Auctions
  • Gary Spinosa (American, b. 1947) Ceramic Fetishes
    Aug. 02, 2019

    Gary Spinosa (American, b. 1947) Ceramic Fetishes

    Est: $400 - $600

    Gary Spinosa (American, b. 1947) Ceramic Fetishes Late 20th century. Five ceramic fetishes by Gary Spinosa of human and animal form of a variety of decorations and colors, three signed, of these all are dated, respectively, 1984, 1984, and 1983; largest ht.7, wd. 2, dp. 1 in.

    Cowan's Auctions
  • Gary Spinosa philospher stone
    Mar. 23, 2019

    Gary Spinosa philospher stone

    Est: $200 - $400

    Gary Spinosa (American 1947- )- Philospher Stone- ceramic sculpture, singed Spinosa on side, very good condition. 5/8 x 2 5/8 x 1 1/16''

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
  • Gary Spinosa ceramic sculpture
    Mar. 23, 2019

    Gary Spinosa ceramic sculpture

    Est: $150 - $250

    Gary Spinosa (American 1947- )- Untitled- ceramic sculpture, dated 83 on side, chip to forehead of face. 2 3/4 x 5 x 5 1/2''

    Rachel Davis Fine Arts
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