Robert Swain Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Robert Swain Art Value Price Guide

Oct. 19, 2024
Robert Swain (American, 1940- ) acrylic
Est: $3,000 - $6,000
Study for 7' x 7' #718 acrylic on canvas, 1981, signed, titled and dated verso. 28 x 28"
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Oct. 19, 2024
Robert Swain (American, 1940- ) acrylic
Est: $3,000 - $6,000
Study for Painting #717 acrylic on canvas, 1982, signed, dated and titled verso. 28 x 28"
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Oct. 19, 2024
Robert Swain (American, 1940- ) acrylic
Est: $3,000 - $6,000
Study for 7' x 7' #711 acrylic on canvas, 1978, signed, dated and titled verso. 28 x 28"
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Oct. 19, 2024
Robert Swain (American, 1940- ) acrylic
Est: $3,000 - $6,000
Study for7' x 7'- #709 acrylic on canvas, 1978, signed, titled and dated verso. 28 x 28"
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Oct. 19, 2024
Robert Swain (American, 1940- ) acrylic
Est: $3,000 - $6,000
Study for 7' x 7' #708 acrylic on canvas, 1978, signed, titled and dated verso. 28 x 28"
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Oct. 19, 2024
Robert Swain (American, 1940- ) acrylic
Est: $3,000 - $6,000
Study for7' x 7' #705 acrylic on canvas, 1978, signed, titled and dated verso. 28 x 28"
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Aug. 20, 2024
Robert Swain, Acrylic on Canvas No.916
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
Offered is an Acrylic on Canvas painting by Robert Swain (American, b.1978). Titled "#916". Signed, and dated on the verso along the canvas overflap, "#916 / March 31, 1979........Robert Swain". Approx. 36" x 36". Some light surface wear with areas of rubbing and minor scuffing along the canvas edges. This lot is being offered on behalf of the New York County Public Administrators office from the Estate of Andre Sowulewski (220267)
Weiss Auctions
May. 02, 2024
ROBERT SWAIN, American b. 1940, Hue 1, Hue 6, Hue 11, Hue 26 (Group of Four), 1977, acrylic on masonite, Each: 15 1/4 x 19 1/4 in. (38.7 x 48.9 cm.), Frame: 16 1/4 x 20 1/4 x 1 1/4 in. (41.3 x 51.4 x 3.2 cm.)
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
ROBERT SWAIN American, b. 1940 Hue 1, Hue 6, Hue 11, Hue 26 (Group of Four), 1977 acrylic on masonite signed and dated "Robert Swain N.Y. 1977"
Shannon's
Apr. 24, 2024
Robert Swain (American, b. 1940) Study for University of Buffalo Mural, 1982-85
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
Robert Swain (American, b. 1940) Study for University of Buffalo Mural, 1982-85 acrylic on canvas 24 x 183 inches. Provenance: Acquired directly from the Artist by the present owner in 1987
Hindman
Apr. 24, 2024
Robert Swain Gifford Cow Landscape Etching
Est: $80 - $200
New York, Massachusetts 1840-1905 Titled "A Woodland Pasture," depicts two cows beneath a tree on a dirt path. Gifford studied under Albert Van Beest before opening a studio in Boston where his subjects consisted mainly of marine paintings. Gifford was a founding member of the American Society of Painters in Watercolors and was an elected associate of the National Academy of Design.
Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers
Mar. 13, 2024
Robert Swain, Untitled
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
Robert Swain Untitled 1967 acrylic on duck canvas laid to 48 boards 58.75 h x 79.875 w in (149 x 203 cm) Signed, dated and inscribed to verso 'Robert Swain 5 Lispenard NYC May 1967'. Provenance: Fischbach Gallery, New York | Collection of A. Aladar Marberger This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Sep. 28, 2023
Robert Swain (American, b. 1940) #914 (Study), #915 (Study), #918, #919a, #919b, and #920, 1978
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Robert Swain (American, b. 1940) #914 (Study), #915 (Study), #918, #919a, #919b, and #920, 1978 acrylic on canvas each signed Robert Swain, titled and dated (verso) each 36 x 36 inches. Provenance: Acquired directly from the studio of the Artist by the present owner in 1982
Hindman
Sep. 28, 2023
Robert Swain (American, b. 1940) #709, 1978
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
Robert Swain (American, b. 1940) #709, 1978 acrylic on canvas signed Robert Swain, titled and dated (verso) 84 x 84 inches. Provenance: Susan Caldwell Inc., New York Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1981
Hindman
Sep. 28, 2023
Robert Swain (American, b. 1940) #502, 1981
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Robert Swain (American, b. 1940) #502, 1981 acrylic on canvas signed Robert Swain, titled and dated (verso) 60 x 60 inches. Provenance: Acquired directly from the studio of the Artist by the present owner in 1982
Hindman
Jul. 12, 2023
Robert Swain, Greg's Yellow
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Robert Swain Greg's Yellow 1973 oil on canvas 40.125 h x 44.125 w in (102 x 112 cm) Signed, titled and dated to verso '1973 Robert Swain Study for 10 x 11 painting Greg's Yellow'. This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Wright
May. 17, 2023
ROBERT SWAIN GIFFORD (New York/Massachusetts, 1840-1905), Three etchings, Framed 15.5” x 12.5” and 11.5” x 9.5".
Est: $150 - $250
ROBERT SWAIN GIFFORD New York/Massachusetts, 1840-1905 Three etchings set within two simple picture frames.
Eldred's
Mar. 11, 2023
Robert Swain Gifford Etching, The Hunter.
Est: $60 - $80
Image 4 x 7.75 inches, signed and dated 1879 in the plate.
Casco Bay Auctions
Dec. 03, 2022
Massive Robert Swain Color Sensation Painting, 108"W
Est: $5,000 - $8,000
Provenance: Tupperware Brands Corporate Collection, Orlando, Florida.
Palm Beach Modern Auctions
Nov. 10, 2021
Robert Swain, Study for #2
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
Robert Swain Study for #2 1974 acrylic on canvas 30 h × 90 w in (76 × 229 cm) Signed, titled, dated and inscribed to verso 'Feb 26, 27, 28, 1974 Swain Study for 10 x 30 #2 1974 last study'. Provenance: Acquired in 1979 by the present owner This work will ship from Rago in Lambertville, New Jersey. Condition of the item is not included in this description. Condition reports are available from Rago upon request. Rago strongly recommends that you review a condition report for each item on which you plan to bid. Email condition@ragoarts.com to request a condition report.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Sep. 18, 2021
Robert Swain (American, b. 1940) "Study for Untitled 75-16"
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
acrylic on canvas. Signed, 'Robert Swain', dated July 1975, titled "Study for 7' x 7' Painting".
Cottone Auctions
Apr. 09, 2020
Robert Swain Gifford Etching [Fish Factory, Boat]
Est: $40 - $80
Robert Swain Gifford (New York, Massachusetts 1840 - 1905) etching. Artist name and date 'R Swain Gifford 79' in plate lower right. Measures 12.25-in. x 9-in. sheet size. In VG/EX condition with browning along edge on right. Measures 8.875-in. x 6.375-in. for image window cut in mat. Unframed, with custom mat (14-in. x 11-in.) or mats from archival materials. All matted prints are either hinge mounted or secured with mylar corners. None are glued to mat. If lot is absent of a condition report a condition report may be requested via email. Condition report is provided as an opinion only and is no guarantee as grading can be subjective. Buyer must view photographs or scans to assist in determining condition and ask further questions if so desired. Provenance: Amity Art Foundation, Inc. We ship most items in this auction in house and gladly combine shipping if possible of multiple items.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Mar. 12, 2020
Robert Swain, Untitled (#705)
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Robert Swain Untitled (#705) 1978 acrylic on canvas 42 h × 42 w in (107 × 107 cm) Signed, dated and numbered to verso 'Robert Swain 1978 #705'. condition: Unframed.
Wright
Oct. 10, 2019
Robert Swain, Untitled (Study for the Schering Corporation)
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Robert Swain Untitled (Study for the Schering Corporation) 1971 acrylic on canvas 40 h × 95 w in (102 × 241 cm) Signed, dated and inscribed to verso â€˜Robert Swain 1971'. Condition of the item is not included in this description. Condition reports are available from Wright upon request. Wright strongly recommends that you review a condition report for each item on which you plan to bid. Email condition@wright20.com to request a condition report.
Wright
Sep. 26, 2019
Robert Swain Gifford Etching [Seaside]
Est: $100 - $200
Robert Swain Gifford (New York, Massachusetts 1840 - 1905) etching, 1879. Signed and dated ('R. Swain Gifford 79') in plate lower left. Titled 'Seaside'. Measures 4.375-in. x 7.75-in. image size, 6.5-in. x 9.75-in. sheet size. Unframed, loose and not mounted or glued down. In VG-EX/EX+ condition. Sticker on verso of sleeving with artist, date and title information. If lot is absent of a condition report a condition report may be requested via email. Condition report is provided as an opinion only and is no guarantee as grading can be subjective. Buyer must view photographs or scans to assist in determining condition and ask further questions if so desired.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Aug. 22, 2019
Robert Swain Gifford Etching [Fish Factory, Boat]
Est: $60 - $120
Robert Swain Gifford (New York, Massachusetts 1840 - 1905) etching. Artist name and date 'R Swain Gifford 79' in plate lower right. Measures 12.25-in. x 9-in. sheet size. In VG/EX condition with browning along edge on right. Measures 8.875-in. x 6.375-in. for image window cut in mat. Unframed, with custom mat (14-in. x 11-in.) or mats from archival materials. All matted prints are either hinge mounted or secured with mylar corners. None are glued to mat. If lot is absent of a condition report a condition report may be requested via email. Condition report is provided as an opinion only and is no guarantee as grading can be subjective. Buyer must view photographs or scans to assist in determining condition and ask further questions if so desired. Provenance: Amity Art Foundation, Inc. We ship most items in this auction in house and gladly combine shipping if possible of multiple items.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Apr. 26, 2018
ROBERT SWAIN, American (b. 1940), "Untitled #75-8", acrylic polymer emulsion (Liquitex) on cotton duck canvas, signed "Robert Swain"...
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
ROBERT SWAIN American (b. 1940) "Untitled #75-8" acrylic polymer emulsion (Liquitex) on cotton duck canvas, signed "Robert Swain", dated "May 1975" and inscribed "NYC" on the reverse. 84 x 84 inches Provenance: Susan Caldwell, New York, New York; Private Collection, Greenwich, Connecticut. Other Notes: Request a preliminary shipping/packing quote. Tags: Contemporary, Large Format, Oversize, Painting
Shannon's
Mar. 22, 2017
Robert Swain, Am., Study for #909, a/m
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Robert Swain, American, b.1940, Study for #909,1977, acrylic on masonite, verso titled dated and signed (JDUN2120){MM} Property Title / Biography: Litchfield County Auctions is pleased to offer highlights from the modern art collection of the famed interior designer and artist Jack Dunbar. As a student at the Cleveland School of art, Dunbar had a sense that his career would be entwined in the arts, specifically design and architecture. Reflective of his gifted talents, he was awarded a 1946 Taliesin Fellowship study with the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture in Wisconsin. Dunbar was heavily influenced by the work of Hungarian modernist artist László Moholy-Nagy, founder of Chicagos Institute of Art and Design, as well as his own personal travels throughout Europe visiting many architectural landmarks. Upon his return, he landed his first job in New York as assistant to the architectural photographer Ezra Stoller. He later worked at Harpers Bazaar with Alexy Bradovich, Carmel Snow, and Diana Vreeland. Dunbar also designed book jackets and posters for the Museum of Modern Art which led to showroom design for Herman Miller. In 1956, he joined Skidmore Owings and Merrill for which he designed many corporate headquarters worldwide. Dunbar was also responsible for assembling major modern art collections. In 1977, Dunbar launched his own design firm with partner Lydia dePolo. In 1987 he was inducted into the prestigious Interior Designers of America Hall of Fame, today he focuses on his own artwork in his Connecticut studio. Measurements: 18 x 18, framed 24 3/4 x 24 3/4 Condition: In good condition, no toning
Litchfield Auctions
Feb. 26, 2017
Swain, Study in Cubes, Oil on Canvas
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Robert Swain (American, 1940-), study in cubes, oil on canvas, 36" square. Provenance: from the Michael Burrows collection of Palm Beach, Florida, thence by descent from a North Carolina estate.
Kaminski Auctions
Mar. 13, 2016
Swain, Robert (American, NY 1940 -) Outside Saturation Curve - Oil Painting
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Swain, Robert (American, NY 1940-) Outside Saturation Curve. Oil painting on canvas. Inscribed on the back To Susan from Nanny and Bob and gifted to me, Susan Caldwell by Robert Swain 1975 Has Caldwell gallery address and collection number 2089. Has not been inspected out of frame. In good condition. Painting measures 36 inches x 23 1/3 inches. Frame measures 37 inches x 24 inches. From Minusspace.com: Robert Swain is one of the most influential artists of his generation. He was born in Austin, Texas, in 1940, and grew up in Arlington, Virginia. During high school in the late 1950s, he spent his summers in Guatemala and Nicaragua working on the Pan-American Highway. He attended The American University in Washington, DC, where he later received a BA in Fine Art in 1964. During his undergraduate studies, he spent two years in Madrid, Spain, studying at the University of Madrid. In 1964, he moved to Provincetown, Massachusetts, and worked as a studio assistant to the American Modernist painter Karl Knaths. Swain moved to NYC in 1965 where he permanently settled in Manhattan?s Tribeca neighborhood. In 1966, Swain began his first color-based work followed a year later by his first work utilizing the grid. He participated in his first group exhibition, Light and Line, organized by John Baldwin at the legendary Park Place Gallery in NYC in 1967. That same year he met sculptor Tony Smith who became his close friend and mentor for many years. In 1969, Swain began to develop his own color system, a project that continues until today. Swain has exhibited his work nationally and internationally for more than 40 years. His paintings have been including in countless landmark exhibitions. He participated in the seminal exhibition Art of the Real curated by Eugene Goossen at the Museum of Modern Art, NYC, in 1968. The exhibition traveled for the next two years to the Grand Palais, Paris, France; Kunsthaus, Zurich, Switzerland; and The Tate Gallery, London, England. Swain exhibited in The Structure of Color curated by Marcia Tucker at the Whitney Museum of American Art, NYC, in 1971. In 1974, he mounted his first solo museum exhibition at The Everson Art Museum, Syracuse, New York. In 1974, he participated in Color as Language curated by Kynaston McShine and organized by the International Council of the Museum of Modern Art, which traveled throughout Central and South America, including to the Museo de Arte Moderno, Bogota, Colombia; Museo de Arte Moderno de Sao Paulo, Brazil; Museo de Arte Moderno, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Museo de Bellas Artes, Caracas, Venezuela; and Museo de Arte Moderno, Mexico City, Mexico. His work was also twice included in the Corcoran Biennial at The Corcoran Gallery of Art in Washington, DC (1969, 1998). Swain?s work is represented in nearly 300 public and private collections, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Corcoran Gallery of Art, Walker Art Center, Albright-Knox Art Gallery, Milwaukee Art Museum, Denver Art Museum, Detroit Institute of Art, Everson Art Museum, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, and Columbus Gallery of Fine Arts, among others. He has completed major commissions for IBM, Johnson & Johnson, American Republic Insurance Company, Schering Laboratories, Harris Bank, Travenol Laboratories, Tupperware World Headquarters, and the University of Buffalo. He has received awards from the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, National Endowment for the Arts (1976, 1989), New York State Council on the Arts, and the City University of New York. In addition to his artistic work, Swain taught in the Department of Art & Art History at Hunter College from 1968-2014, where he educated and mentored countless generations of artists. For his teaching, he was awarded the Distinguished Teaching of Art Award from the College Art Association in 1998. In 2010, Swain was the subject of a major 45-year survey exhibition entitled Visual Sensations: The Paintings of Robert Swain curated by Gabriele Evertz at Hunter College/Times Square Gallery, NYC. In 2014, he installed a major exhibition of large paintings entitled The Form of Color at the Santa Monica Museum of Art, Santa Monica, CA, curated by Jeffrey Uslip.
Myers Fine Art
Nov. 17, 2015
Robert Swain American, b. 1940 Triangle #6, 1969
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Robert Swain American, b. 1940 Triangle #6, 1969 Signed Robert Swain, dated 1969 and inscribed as titled on the reverse Acrylic on canvas 95 x 111 inches C
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Sep. 26, 2013
Robert Swain untitled (study for painting #914)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Robert Swain untitled (study for painting #914) USA, 1979 acrylic on canvas 36 h x 36 w inches Signed, titled and dated to reverse 'Robert Swain Feb 1979 #914 Study for 9' x 9' painting #914'.
Wright
Nov. 19, 2011
Robert Swain (b. 1940, American), painting
Est: $400 - $600
"Study for No. 903", 1975, acrylic on canvas, signed "Robert Swain - NYC", on verso, 36" x 36", unframed - Condition report: overall good and original - Provenance: The Ciba-Geigy Collection
Millea Bros Ltd
Dec. 01, 2007
ROBERT SWAIN (b. 1940): COLOR WHEEL Acrylic on
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
ROBERT SWAIN (b. 1940): COLOR WHEEL Acrylic on round canvas, 87 in. diam., signed and dated 1971 on verso.
STAIR
Dec. 01, 2007
ROBERT SWAIN (b. 1940): "STUDY FOR JOHNSON &
Est: $500 - $700
ROBERT SWAIN (b. 1940): "STUDY FOR JOHNSON & JOHNSON" Acrylic on canvas, signed, titled and dated 1983 on stretcher.
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