Harry R Townsend Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Harry R Townsend Art Value Price Guide

Jun. 18, 2023
Harry R. Townsend (1885-1968)
Est: $300 - $600
Vivid Richmond Autumn Stream 9" x 11", Oil on Board, Signed Lower Left
Jacksons Auction & Real Estate Company
Jul. 29, 2022
HARRY TOWNSEND, INDIANA (1885-1968) SUNSET OIL
Est: $300 - $500
Winter sunset oil on canvas. Signed lower left. Harry R. Townsend, Hoosier Academy artist. Dimensions: (Frame) H 20.75" x W 24.5", (Painting) H 16" x W 20" Condition: Painting appears clean. Frame with a few marks. Board stapled to back of stretchers for protection.
Westport Auction
Apr. 03, 2022
Harry R. Townsend (1885-1968)
Est: $500 - $1,500
"Road in Brown County" 17" x 20" oil on canvas, signed lower left. Original frame. The following biography is from the fineestateart.com website: Harry Townsend was born in Fountain City, Indiana on May 22, 1885. The artist was self-taught and for the most part, painted as a hobby. He was a contemporary and friend of George Herbert Baker, whom he studied under and painted with around the Whitewater Valley for forty years. He also studied under artist Randolph Coats. Townsend was a resident of Richmond, Indiana, known for the realistic landscapes that he painted there. His paintings were predominantly fall and winter scenes and he received the most praise for his snowscapes. The artist maintained a summer studio in Centerville, just south of the Hiser’s station covered bridge in Wayne County, and also a studio in his Richmond home. Additionally, Townsend was a well-known antique dealer for 40 years and displayed antiques in some of his exhibitions. He was especially recognized for purchasing paintings at auctions for low prices and reselling them to museums and knowledgeable individuals in the art world for considerable profits. For example, he once purchased a painting at auction for twelve dollars and later discovered a signature on it, which he believed to be the signature of Winslow Homer. Therefore, he then spent a notable amount of time studying that artist and his work to validate that the painting was a true Homer. While the absolute validity of the painting as a real Homer remained unclear, it was such a convincing and well-executed piece that he eventually sold it to the curator of the Metropolitan Museum of Art for $2,000. As a part of the Richmond community, Townsend exhibited annually at the Richmond Artists Exhibition. He importantly exhibited at the Hoosier Salon for 20 years as well. On top of winning a Hoosier Salon Purchase Prize (the Psi Iota Xi sorority award), his other awards-all from exhibits of works by Richmond artists-included: the Foulke Prize; the Lontz Prize; and the McGuire Purchase Prize in 1946. Finally, the artist and antique dealer was a member of the Richmond Arts Club, the Richmond Artist’s Association, and the old Richmond Palette Club, at which he one time served as its president. To see this biography on our site, visit: https://fineestateart.com/artists/harry_r_townsend
Jacksons Auction & Real Estate Company
Apr. 03, 2022
Harry R. Townsend (1885-1968)
Est: $500 - $1,000
"Winter Afternoon" 16" x 20" oil on board, signed lower right. Original frame. The following biography is from the fineestateart.com website: Harry Townsend was born in Fountain City, Indiana on May 22, 1885. The artist was self-taught and for the most part, painted as a hobby. He was a contemporary and friend of George Herbert Baker, whom he studied under and painted with around the Whitewater Valley for forty years. He also studied under artist Randolph Coats. Townsend was a resident of Richmond, Indiana, known for the realistic landscapes that he painted there. His paintings were predominantly fall and winter scenes and he received the most praise for his snowscapes. The artist maintained a summer studio in Centerville, just south of the Hiser’s station covered bridge in Wayne County, and also a studio in his Richmond home. Additionally, Townsend was a well-known antique dealer for 40 years and displayed antiques in some of his exhibitions. He was especially recognized for purchasing paintings at auctions for low prices and reselling them to museums and knowledgeable individuals in the art world for considerable profits. For example, he once purchased a painting at auction for twelve dollars and later discovered a signature on it, which he believed to be the signature of Winslow Homer. Therefore, he then spent a notable amount of time studying that artist and his work to validate that the painting was a true Homer. While the absolute validity of the painting as a real Homer remained unclear, it was such a convincing and well-executed piece that he eventually sold it to the curator of the Metropolitan Museum of Art for $2,000. As a part of the Richmond community, Townsend exhibited annually at the Richmond Artists Exhibition. He importantly exhibited at the Hoosier Salon for 20 years as well. On top of winning a Hoosier Salon Purchase Prize (the Psi Iota Xi sorority award), his other awards-all from exhibits of works by Richmond artists-included: the Foulke Prize; the Lontz Prize; and the McGuire Purchase Prize in 1946. Finally, the artist and antique dealer was a member of the Richmond Arts Club, the Richmond Artist’s Association, and the old Richmond Palette Club, at which he one time served as its president. To see this biography on our site, visit: https://fineestateart.com/artists/harry_r_townsend
Jacksons Auction & Real Estate Company
Apr. 03, 2022
Harry R. Townsend (1885-1968)
Est: $1,500 - $3,000
"Haystacks" 28" x 36" oil on canvas, signed lower right. The following biography is from the fineestateart.com website: Harry Townsend was born in Fountain City, Indiana on May 22, 1885. The artist was self-taught and for the most part, painted as a hobby. He was a contemporary and friend of George Herbert Baker, whom he studied under and painted with around the Whitewater Valley for forty years. He also studied under artist Randolph Coats. Townsend was a resident of Richmond, Indiana, known for the realistic landscapes that he painted there. His paintings were predominantly fall and winter scenes and he received the most praise for his snowscapes. The artist maintained a summer studio in Centerville, just south of the Hiser’s station covered bridge in Wayne County, and also a studio in his Richmond home. Additionally, Townsend was a well-known antique dealer for 40 years and displayed antiques in some of his exhibitions. He was especially recognized for purchasing paintings at auctions for low prices and reselling them to museums and knowledgeable individuals in the art world for considerable profits. For example, he once purchased a painting at auction for twelve dollars and later discovered a signature on it, which he believed to be the signature of Winslow Homer. Therefore, he then spent a notable amount of time studying that artist and his work to validate that the painting was a true Homer. While the absolute validity of the painting as a real Homer remained unclear, it was such a convincing and well-executed piece that he eventually sold it to the curator of the Metropolitan Museum of Art for $2,000. As a part of the Richmond community, Townsend exhibited annually at the Richmond Artists Exhibition. He importantly exhibited at the Hoosier Salon for 20 years as well. On top of winning a Hoosier Salon Purchase Prize (the Psi Iota Xi sorority award), his other awards-all from exhibits of works by Richmond artists-included: the Foulke Prize; the Lontz Prize; and the McGuire Purchase Prize in 1946. Finally, the artist and antique dealer was a member of the Richmond Arts Club, the Richmond Artist’s Association, and the old Richmond Palette Club, at which he one time served as its president. To see this biography on our site, visit: https://fineestateart.com/artists/harry_r_townsend
Jacksons Auction & Real Estate Company
Dec. 08, 2021
Indiana Landscape by Harry Townsend
Est: $150 - $250
Harry R. Townsend (American/Indiana, 1885-1968). Oil on academy board, depicting a winter landscape, signed l.r. 15" ht. x 19.5" wd. (sight), 20" ht x 24" wd. (frame)
Caza Sikes
Nov. 18, 2021
HARRY R. TOWNSEND (AMERICAN, 1885-1968) WINTER SUNSHINE Oil on canvas: 28 1/2 x 32 1/2 in., 34 x 38 in. (framed)
Est: $500 - $700
HARRY R. TOWNSEND (AMERICAN, 1885-1968) WINTER SUNSHINE Oil on canvas: 28 1/2 x 32 1/2 in., 34 x 38 in. (framed) Framed; lower right signed: H.R. Townsend; verso on stretcher inscribed: Winter Sunshine Harry Townsend
Potomack Company
May. 14, 2021
Harry Townsend (American, 1885-1968)
Est: $400 - $600
Winter Landscape oil on canvas 23 1/4 x 29 1/2 inches.
Cowan's Auctions
Jun. 07, 2019
Harry R. Townsend (American, Indiana, 1885-1968)
Est: $200 - $300
Autumn Landscape with Stream oil on canvas signed l.r. framed 17 x 19 in. (sight) 22 x 24 in. (frame)
Cowan's Auctions
Apr. 07, 2019
Harry R. Townsend (1885-1968)
Est: $500 - $1,000
Spring Landscape 22" x 28", oil on canvas, signed lower right. Cleaned; recent frame. Est. $500-$1,000
Jacksons Auction & Real Estate Company
Apr. 07, 2019
Harry R. Townsend (1885-1968)
Est: $600 - $1,200
Village Home 16" x 20", oil on board, signed lower right. Cleaned; recent frame. Est $600-$1,2000
Jacksons Auction & Real Estate Company
Apr. 07, 2019
Harry R. Townsend (1885-1968)
Est: $600 - $1,200
Haying Season 20" x 24", oil on canvas, signed lower left. Cleaned; older frame. Est. $600-$1,2000
Jacksons Auction & Real Estate Company
Apr. 07, 2019
Harry R. Townsend (1885-1968)
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Vivid Spring Stream 20" x 24", oil on canvas, signed lower left. Cleaned; original frame. Est. $1,000-$2,000
Jacksons Auction & Real Estate Company
Apr. 08, 2018
Harry R. Townsend (1885-1968)
Est: $500 - $1,000
Village Lane, 16" x 20", Oil on Canvas, Signed Lower Right
Jacksons Auction & Real Estate Company
Apr. 08, 2018
Harry R. Townsend (1885-1968)
Est: $500 - $1,000
Campfire Along the Creek, 18" x 22", Oil on Canvas, Signed Lower Left.
Jacksons Auction & Real Estate Company
Apr. 02, 2017
Harry R. Townsend (1885-1968)
Est: $500 - $1,000
18"x20", Oil on Canvas, Signed Lower Left Richmond Country Lane
Jacksons Auction & Real Estate Company
Nov. 12, 2016
†Harry R. Townsend (1885-1968, Indiana), "The Garden Behind the House," 20th c., oil on canvas, signed l.r., presented in a gilt and...
Est: $600 - $900
Harry R. Townsend (1885-1968, Indiana), "The Garden Behind the House," 20th c., oil on canvas, signed l.r., presented in a gilt and gesso frame with a linen liner, H.- 15 1/2 in., W.- 18 3/4 in.
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Sep. 22, 2016
HARRY R. TOWNSEND (Indiana, 1885-1968)
Est: $300 - $350
a country landscape, oil on canvas, faintly signed 'H.R. Townsend' (lower right), also signed verso canvas, protective backing, 10x12in., overall framed 12x14in.
Leighton Galleries
Aug. 28, 2013
Harry R. Townsend, (Indiana; 1885-1968), Winter landscape with stream, oil on canvas, 24" x 29 1/2". Small flake upper left in sky.
Est: $800 - $1,200
Harry R. Townsend (Indiana; 1885-1968) Winter landscape with stream oil on canvas signed lower right. 24" x 29 1/2". Small flake upper left in sky.
Ripley Auctions
Aug. 15, 2013
Harry R. Townsend, (Indiana; 1885-1968), Winter landscape with stream, oil on canvas, 24" x 29 1/2". Small flake upper left in sky.
Est: $800 - $1,200
Harry R. Townsend (Indiana; 1885-1968) Winter landscape with stream oil on canvas signed lower right. 24" x 29 1/2". Small flake upper left in sky.
Ripley Auctions
Mar. 26, 2013
Harry R. Townsend, (1885 - 1968), Indiana spring landscape, oil on canvas, 30" x 36".
Est: $800 - $1,200
Harry R. Townsend (1885 - 1968) Indiana spring landscape oil on canvas signed lower left. 30" x 36".
Ripley Auctions
May. 02, 2012
Harry Townsend, (American, 1885-1968), Winter Stream
Est: $800 - $1,200
Harry Townsend (American, 1885-1968) Winter Stream oil on canvas signed H.R. Townsend (lower right) 30 x 36 inches.
Hindman
Sep. 17, 2010
HARRY R. TOWNSEND, (AMERICAN 1885-1968), "THE BARN LOT"
Est: $400 - $600
HARRY R. TOWNSEND (american 1885-1968) "THE BARN LOT" Signed bottom right, oil on canvas 18 x 20 in. exhibited: Hoosier Salon Exhibition, January 26-February 13, 1929.
Freeman's | Hindman
Nov. 12, 2009
HARRY R. TOWNSEND (American, 1885-1968) Country
Est: $500 - $800
HARRY R. TOWNSEND (American, 1885-1968) Country Lane Landscape Oil on canvas 18 x 20 inches (45.7 x 50.8 cm) Signed lower left: H. R Townsend PROVENANCE: Stuart Holman, Auctioneer, Cincinnati, Spring Selection Auction, May 1, 2004, lot 95B.
Heritage Auctions
Jun. 27, 2009
Harry Townsend 12x14 O/C Deep Woods
Est: $600 - $1,000
Harry R. Townsend (IN, 1885-1968), 12 x 14 Oil on Canvas, Titled and Signed Verso, "Deep Woods", in a Gold Leaf four-inch frame
Wickliff & Associates Auctioneers, Inc.