Clayton Henry Staples Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Clayton Henry Staples Art Value Price Guide

Mar. 30, 2025
CLAYTON STAPLES (1892-1978) OIL ON CANVAS STILL LIFE
Est: $800 - $1,200
Clayton Staples (1892-1978) Red Peonies 1968 The commissioned oil on canvas with artist's signature lower right front is described as follows on a label verso: ''This painting, ''Red Peonies'', was commissioned by Rotary District 547 to be presented to retiring Governor Si Elliott of Pueblo, Colorado. The Elliotts requested that the painting be of red peonies and to include two of their personal possessions, an old book and crystal decanter. A frame to suit the painting was designed and made by the artist. It is the hope of the artist that this painting gives enjoyment to the Elliotts through the coming years. June 12, 1968. The paper label is signed Clayton Staples. There is brass plaque with similar dedication on the reverse as well.'' The artist Clayton Staples is most associated with Kansas where he founded, was head of, and established the reputation for, the art department of Wichita State University. He also traveled the world, visiting all the great museums and summered in Gloucester, Massachusetts where he painted alongside many major American artists. Canvas measures 28.25 x 34.25 with a framed size of 35.5 x 41.25 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.
Dirk Soulis Auctions
Dec. 07, 2024
CLAYTON STAPLES (1892-1978) LANDSCAPE WITH BIRCH
Est: $600 - $900
Clayton Henri Staples (1892-1978) Landscape with Birch Third quarter of the 20th century. The watercolor on paper mountain view with birch along a dirt road is signed lower left front. Clayton Staples spent many summers teaching and painting in Gloucester. He is also credited with establishing the Fine Arts program at Wichita State University during his tenure there from 1930 to 1950, after which he moved to Colorado. Sight size measures 18 x 23 with a framed size of 30.75 x 35.75 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.
Dirk Soulis Auctions
Dec. 07, 2024
CLAYTON STAPLES (1892-1978) OIL ON CANVAS
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Clayton Henri Staples (Wichita, 1892-1978) View of Gloucester Harbor Mid 20th Century The exceptional Gloucester Massachusetts harbor view is signed lower right front. Clayton Staples spent many summers teaching and painting in Gloucester. He is also credited with establishing the Fine Arts program at Wichita State University during his tenure there from 1930 to 1950. This painting is one of the finest examples of painting by Clayton Staples to ever be offered at auction. Canvas measures 25 x 25 with a framed size of 31 x 30.75 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.
Dirk Soulis Auctions
Aug. 08, 2021
Clayton Staples painting
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Clayton Staples Dawn at Gloucester Harbor painting Massachusettes oil on canvas signed 29.5"h x 31.5"w overall: 35.5"h x 37.25"w
Treadway Gallery
Mar. 13, 2021
CLAYTON STAPLES (1892-1978) OIL ON CANVAS STILL LIFE
Est: $750 - $1,500
Clayton Staples (1892-1978) Red Peonies 1968 The commissioned oil on canvas with artist's signature lower right front is described as follows on a label verso: ''This painting, ''Red Peonies'', was commissioned by Rotary District 547 to be presented to retiring Governor Si Elliott of Pueblo, Colorado. The Elliotts requested that the painting be of red peonies and to include two of their personal possessions, an old book and crystal decanter. A frame to suit the painting was designed and made by the artist. It is the hope of the artist that this painting gives enjoyment to the Elliotts through the coming years. June 12, 1968. The paper label is signed Clayton Staples. There is brass plaque with similar dedication on the reverse as well.'.' The artist Clayton Staples is most associated with the state of Kansas where he founded, was head of, and established the reputation for the art department of Wichita State University. He also traveled the world, visiting all the great museums and summered in Gloucester, Massachusetts where he painted alongside many major American artists. Canvas measures 28.25 x 34.25 with a framed size of 35.5 x 41.25 inches. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell.
Dirk Soulis Auctions
Dec. 08, 2018
CLAYTON STAPLES (1892 - 1978) OIL ON MASONITE
Est: $800 - $1,200
Clayton Staples An untitled view of figures on a path. Circa 1925. An interesting, square impressionist view of figures on a path between structures, Clayton Staples studied and painted in various locales around the world, he is most associated with Kansas where he taught and painted and, in 1930, established the Fine Arts department at Wichita State University where a painting studio, scholarship, and gallery are named for him today; this work is displayed in a good hand-carved custom frame of the period, the work is signed in red pigment lower left. Work measures 11.75 x 11.75, frame is 16 x 16. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell.
Dirk Soulis Auctions
Dec. 02, 2017
1939 Great Northern Railway Christmas/New Years card w/color print.
Est: $5 - $50
1939 Great Northern Railway Christmas/New Years card. w/color print. Upper St. Mary Valley Glacier National Park.
Public Square Auction
Jan. 15, 2017
CLAYTON STAPLES (1892-1978), GLOUCESTER SEASCAPE
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Framed seascape oil painting on canvas "Music in Its' Roar, Gloucester, Mass.", signed lower left Clayton Staples (American,1892-1978), sight: 33.75"h, 37.5"w, overall: 41.25"h, 45.25"w, 12lbs Start Price: $800.00
Austin Auction Gallery
Jun. 16, 2015
CLAYTON STAPLES, American (1892-1978), "Winter Nocturne", oil on canvas, signed lower left., 26 x 24
Est: $800 - $1,200
CLAYTON STAPLES American (1892-1978) "Winter Nocturne" oil on canvas, signed lower left. 26 x 24 Provenance: A Colorado Estate.
Shannon's
Nov. 14, 2010
Clayton Staples (1892-1978) 23"x18" Watercolor signed lower left, Cairo Egypt. Subject: Bab el-Nasr (Gate of Victory) Cairo, Egypt. Staples has traveled and studied, as well as taught, abroad in England, France, Belgium, Spain, Italy, Northern
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Clayton Staples (1892-1978) 23"x18" Watercolor signed lower left, Cairo Egypt. Subject: Bab el-Nasr (Gate of Victory) Cairo, Egypt. Staples has traveled and studied, as well as taught, abroad in England, France, Belgium, Spain, Italy, Northern Africa,
California Auctioneers
Oct. 10, 2010
Clayton Staples (1892-1978) 23"x18" Watercolor signed lower left, Cairo Egypt. Subject: Bab el-Nasr (Gate of Victory) Cairo, Egypt. Staples has traveled and studied, as well as taught, abroad in England, France, Belgium, Spain, Italy, Northern
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Clayton Staples (1892-1978) 23"x18" Watercolor signed lower left, Cairo Egypt. Subject: Bab el-Nasr (Gate of Victory) Cairo, Egypt. Staples has traveled and studied, as well as taught, abroad in England, France, Belgium, Spain, Italy, Northern Africa,
California Auctioneers
Jun. 21, 2008
WATERCOLOR BY KANSAS ARTIST CLAYTON STAPLES
Est: -
WATERCOLOR BY KANSAS ARTIST CLAYTON STAPLES Original watercolor attributed to Clayton Staples (1892 - 1978) according to a note on the reverse from Wilma Wethington, a noted Kansas artist in her own rite. The note identifies the location as near Pueblo Colorado. This work is unsigned. 9 3/4" tall by 11" wide, framed to 11"x 12 1/4". Very good, not examined outside the frame.
Dirk Soulis Auctions
May. 06, 2007
Clayton Staples (American 1892-1978), "Autumn
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Clayton Staples (American 1892-1978), "Autumn Stream", c. 1924; oil/canvas, signed and dated.
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers