Bill Ward Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Bill Ward Art Value Price Guide

Nov. 24, 2024
Bill Ward Black Sabbath Signed Drumstick
Est: £150 - £200
This lot is a drumstick, autographed in blue sharpie pen by Bill Ward of Black Sabbath. Item comes with Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing it for a lifetime.
Rock n Scroll Guitars
Nov. 17, 2024
Bill Ward Black Sabbath Signed Drumstick
Est: £150 - £200
This lot is a drumstick, autographed in blue sharpie pen by Bill Ward of Black Sabbath. Item comes with Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing it for a lifetime.
Rock n Scroll Guitars
Nov. 10, 2024
Bill Ward Black Sabbath Signed Drumstick
Est: £150 - £200
This lot is a drumstick, autographed in blue sharpie pen by Bill Ward of Black Sabbath. Item comes with Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing it for a lifetime.
Rock n Scroll Guitars
Nov. 07, 2024
Bill Ward - Woman hunter, 1960
Est: €1,500 - €2,300
pencil, charcoal and white lead on paper 44,5 x 58,5 cm Original illustration made by Ward in 1960 for Cartoon Parade magazine. Ward began drawing pin-ups during World War II, creating seductive busty girls in high heels, black stockings and skintight dresses, influencing the erotic fantasies of post-war America: the boom in men's magazines of the 1950s only confirmed Ward as one of the most popular artists in the country. Two small tears in the left margin. Signed on the front and dated on the back.
Finarte
Nov. 07, 2024
Bill Ward - Sexy teacher, 60s
Est: €1,500 - €2,300
pencil, ink, charcoal and white lead on paper 39,5 x 55,5 cm Original illustration made by Ward in the early 1960s for one of the famous magazines of the Humorama brand. Ward began drawing his pin-ups during the Second World War, creating seductive busty girls in very high heels, black stockings and very tight dresses, thus influencing the erotic fantasies of post-war America: the boom of men's magazines of the 1950s only confirmed Ward as one of the most popular artists in the country. Two small tears in the margin. Signed on the front.
Finarte
Oct. 27, 2024
Bill Ward Black Sabbath Signed Drumstick
Est: £150 - £200
This lot is a drumstick, autographed in blue sharpie pen by Bill Ward of Black Sabbath. Item comes with Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing it for a lifetime.
Rock n Scroll Guitars
Oct. 20, 2024
Bill Ward Black Sabbath Signed Drumstick
Est: £150 - £200
This lot is a drumstick, autographed in blue sharpie pen by Bill Ward of Black Sabbath. Item comes with Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing it for a lifetime.
Rock n Scroll Guitars
Oct. 09, 2024
Bill Ward Black Sabbath Signed Drumstick
Est: £150 - £200
This lot is a drumstick, autographed in blue sharpie pen by Bill Ward of Black Sabbath. Item comes with Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing it for a lifetime.
Rock n Scroll Guitars
Sep. 29, 2024
Bill Ward Black Sabbath Signed Drumstick
Est: £150 - £200
This lot is a drumstick, autographed in blue sharpie pen by Bill Ward of Black Sabbath. Item comes with Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing it for a lifetime.
Rock n Scroll Guitars
Sep. 22, 2024
Bill Ward Black Sabbath Signed Drumstick
Est: £150 - £200
This lot is a drumstick, autographed in blue sharpie pen by Bill Ward of Black Sabbath.
Rock n Scroll Guitars
Sep. 08, 2024
Bill Ward Black Sabbath Signed Drumstick
Est: £150 - £200
This lot is a drumstick, autographed in blue sharpie pen by Bill Ward of Black Sabbath.
Rock n Scroll Guitars
Aug. 28, 2024
Bill Ward Black Sabbath Signed Drumstick
Est: £150 - £200
This lot is a drumstick, autographed in blue sharpie pen by Bill Ward of Black Sabbath. Item is authenticated by HSA and comes with affixed HSA Tamper-Proof hologram with interactive QR code, containing item details and Authentiscore.
Rock n Scroll Guitars
Aug. 18, 2024
Bill Ward Black Sabbath Signed Drumstick
Est: £150 - £200
This lot is a drumstick, autographed in blue sharpie pen by Bill Ward of Black Sabbath. Item is authenticated by HSA and comes with affixed HSA Tamper-Proof hologram with interactive QR code, containing item details and Authentiscore.
Rock n Scroll Guitars
Jul. 21, 2024
Bill Ward Black Sabbath Signed Drumstick
Est: £150 - £200
This lot is a drumstick, autographed in blue sharpie pen by Bill Ward of Black Sabbath. Item is authenticated by HSA and comes with affixed HSA Tamper-Proof hologram with interactive QR code, containing item details and Authentiscore.
Rock n Scroll Guitars
Jun. 29, 2024
Bill Ward Black Sabbath Signed Drumstick
Est: £150 - £200
This lot is a drumstick, autographed in blue sharpie pen by Bill Ward of Black Sabbath. Item is authenticated by HSA and comes with affixed HSA Tamper-Proof hologram with interactive QR code, containing item details and Authentiscore.
Rock n Scroll Guitars
Dec. 14, 2023
BILL WARD "How Clever Of You . . . "
Est: $800 - $1,200
BILL WARD "How Clever Of You . . . " One-panel cartoon illustration, possibly for Humorama magazine, c. 1960. Pen, ink and watercolor on paper. 267x191 mm; 10 1/2x7 1/2 inches. Matted and framed to 16 1/2x13 1/4 inches. Caption reads: "How clever of you to realize that my father wouldn't worry about me as long as he can hear you playing the piano."
Swann Auction Galleries
Dec. 14, 2023
BILL WARD "Girl in the Mirror."
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
BILL WARD "Girl in the Mirror." Cartoon possibly published in Humorama magazine, c. 1963. Pen, ink and watercolor on paper. 267x203 mm;10 1/2x8 inches. Caption reads "Yeah - it's too tight in back too. I guess that means you'll take it!" Signed "Ward" in lower right image.
Swann Auction Galleries
Oct. 30, 2022
Bill Hess Ward; Glamour Pin-up Cartoon
Est: $200 - $300
Bill Hess Ward (NY, NJ 1919 - 1998); Pin-Up Cartoon in ink on heavy paper of Glamour Secretary in skin-tight dress with Boss as Angry Wife shows up, signed "Ward" and captioned in pencil, "Er-a - Miss Birch - Read that back to me please," circa 1970. Stamped to verso "Timely Features Inc / NYC - PAID". Height of art 10 3/4 inches (27.3 cm.) X width of art 7 1/2 inches (19 cm.).
Eddie's Auction
Dec. 16, 2021
BILL WARD (1919-1998) "Flossie-be careful not to fan the guy in the first row-he's aft to burst into flames!" [CARTOON / PIN-UP]
Est: $700 - $1,000
BILL WARD (1919-1998) "Flossie-be careful not to fan the guy in the first row-he's aft to burst into flames!" Cartoon published in Gaze magazine, 1960, with Humorama stamp on verso. Graphite, crayon, and gouache on paper. 575x428 mm; 23x17 inches. Signed "Ward" in center lower image. Captioned in ink along bottom edge of 24 1/2x17-inch mount against which it is resting, but not adhered. Provenance: Bess Cutler Gallery; Private collection, New York.
Swann Auction Galleries
Dec. 16, 2021
BILL WARD (1919-1998) "Cracked Interviews the Insurance King." [CARTOON / PIN-UP]
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
BILL WARD (1919-1998) "Cracked Interviews the Insurance King." Illustration for page 45 of Cracked magazine, issue no. 146, published November, 1977. Mixed media, including ink and wash heightened in white, with charcoal, pencil, and zip-a-tone on thin paper. 440x335 mm; 17 1/4x13 1/4 inches, on 18 1/4x14-inch sheet. Signed "Ward" in lower left image. Cornered to board with matte; framed.
Swann Auction Galleries
Dec. 16, 2021
BILL WARD (1919-1998) "Golly, Mr. Gotrocks, you were right! A picture of Ben Franklin is worth a thousand words!" [CARTOON / PIN-UP]
Est: $700 - $1,000
BILL WARD (1919-1998) "Golly, Mr. Gotrocks, you were right! A picture of Ben Franklin is worth a thousand words!" Cartoon published in Fun House Comedy magazine, July 1967, with Humorama stamp on verso. Graphite, crayon, and gouache on paper. 598x428 mm; 23 1/2x17 inches. Signed "Ward" in left lower image. Captioned in ink along bottom edge of 24 1/2x17-inch mount on which it is loosely cellotaped. Provenance: Bess Cutler Gallery; Private collection, New York.
Swann Auction Galleries
Jun. 08, 2021
A Russ Meyer 'Bustoon' illustration by Bill Ward
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
A Russ Meyer 'Bustoon' illustration by Bill Ward Gouache and graphite on illustration paper, signed ('Ward') in the lower right corner, framed. Overall: 17.25 x 21.25 in.; within mat: 14 x 17.5 in. For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Jun. 08, 2021
A Russ Meyer 'Bustoon' illustration by Bill Ward
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
A Russ Meyer 'Bustoon' illustration by Bill Ward Gouache and graphite on illustration paper, signed ('Ward') in the lower left corner, framed. Overall: 17.25 x 21.25 in.; within mat: 14 x 17.5 in. For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Jun. 08, 2021
A Russ Meyer 'Bustoon' illustration by Bill Ward
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
A Russ Meyer 'Bustoon' illustration by Bill Ward Gouache and graphite on illustration paper, signed ('Ward') in the lower right corner, framed. Overall: 17.25 x 21.25 in.; within mat: 14 x 17.5 in. For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Jun. 08, 2021
A Russ Meyer 'Bustoon' illustration by Bill Ward
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
A Russ Meyer 'Bustoon' illustration by Bill Ward Gouache and graphite on illustration paper, signed ('Ward') in the lower left corner, framed. Overall: 17.25 x 21.25 in.; within mat: 14 x 17.5 in. For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
May. 23, 2021
BILL WARD
Est: $100 - $200
"Drinks and Conversation"; c. 1960; Pastel on Board; 11.5" x 13.5"; Signed Lower Right; Framed; Inscribed on verso: "To Jay and Ronna, Good Friends, Bill Ward"
James Cox Gallery
Mar. 12, 2021
Bill Ward, "Corporal" Original Pencil Drawing, Hand Signed with Letter of Authenticity.
Est: $1,500 - $3,000
Bill Ward "Corporal" is an original pencil drawing on paper hand signed by the artist. This piece comes framed. Includes Letter of Authenticity. Measures approx. 21.5" x 27.5" (border), 16.5" x 23" (image). ** Please note: there is some wear on the frame. **
New Ideas Auctions
Feb. 25, 2021
Bill Ward, "Corporal" Original Pencil Drawing, Hand Signed with Letter of Authenticity.
Est: $1,500 - $3,000
Bill Ward "Corporal" is an original pencil drawing on paper hand signed by the artist. This piece comes framed. Includes Letter of Authenticity. Measures approx. 21.5" x 27.5" (border), 16.5" x 23" (image). ** Please note: there is some wear on the frame. **
New Ideas Auctions
Feb. 22, 2021
Bill H. Ward (American, 1919-1998); original black ink and watercolor illustration for "Blackhawk" 1943-1952, depicts a pilot mid-fl...
Est: $100 - $200
Bill H. Ward (American, 1919-1998); original black ink and watercolor illustration for "Blackhawk" 1943-1952, depicts a pilot mid-flight accompanied by "Chop-Chop", the team cook, wielding a butcher knife, signed within the image lower left, signed and titled beneath image lower right, wear consistent with age, ss: 19" h. x 12 3/4" w.
Winter Associates, Inc.
Feb. 22, 2021
Bill Ward; original black ink DC Comics story page for Starman; seven illustrations on one sheet, 16 ½" h. x 11 ½" w.
Est: $150 - $300
Bill H. Ward (American, 1919-1998); original black ink DC Comics story page for "Starman"; seven illustrations on one sheet, depicting a disgruntled man named William reuniting with his father who is in the hospital, wear consistent with age and use, including slight toning around edges, etc., unframed, ss: 16 1/2" h. x 11 1/2" w.
Winter Associates, Inc.
Jul. 16, 2020
Bill Ward (1919-1998), Playboy
Est: €700 - €1,200
Tavola originale primi anni ’70. Matita, china e guazzo su carta. Cm 48x35,5. Rimontata con nastro carta su supporto in cartoncino. Buono stato., Cartoonist americano specializzato in pin up e creatore del personaggio pepato di Torchy. Attivo sin dal 1953 raggiunge la piena maturità e il successo negli anni ’60 con le storie sexy umoristiche di Adventures of Pussycat. Il suo stile elegante e grottesco ad un tempo lo avvicina all’universo Underground per il quale disegnerà la pornografica Stella Starter. Le sue opere sono state pubblicate sulle riviste per soli uomini, “Juggs”, “Leg Show” e “Screw”. Prolifica la sua attività come copertinista e illustratore per diverse serie di paperback a carattere soft e hard core.
Cambi Casa d'Aste
May. 10, 2020
Bill Ward, Gawkers, Conte Crayon and Watercolor Painting
Est: $3,000 - $3,500
Artist: Bill Ward, American (1919 - 1998) Title: Gawkers Year: circa 1981 Medium: Conte Crayon and Watercolor on Paper, signed l.r. Size: 23 in. x 17 in. (58.42 cm x 43.18 cm) Frame Size: 32.5 x 27 inches
RoGallery
Nov. 19, 2019
Bill Ward, Gawkers, Graphite and Watercolor Painting
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
Artist: Bill Ward, American (1919 - 1998) Title: Gawkers Year: circa 1981 Medium: Graphite and Watercolor on Paper, signed l.r. Size: 23 in. x 17 in. (58.42 cm x 43.18 cm) Frame Size: 32.5 x 27 inches
RoGallery
Sep. 22, 2019
Bill Ward Signed Ephemera Collection
Est: $300 - $500
A collection of items signed by or related to American erotic artist Bill Ward (1919-1998) including: 1) "The Fantastic Girl's of Bill Ward Portfolio" published by the Little Nemo Shop & Gallery in Forest Hills. It consists of six halftone prints of Ward's work in a printed envelope. This copy signed in green ink by the artist on the envelope and again in pencil on one of the prints. 2) eight loose prints from this portfolio, including one signed by the artist. 3) A cover slick for Overstreet's Comic Book Price Guide No 8, with front panel art by Bill Ward, showing his Torchy character along with a number of female superheroes, including Wonder Woman and Catgirl; signed by the artist in the lower margin. 4) a "Comp for two" ticket for an appearance by Ward at the Danceteria in New York, signed by the artist. 5) The Origin of Bill Ward's Torchy", a sheet of five panels of Torchy cartoons from 1943; signed by Ward and dated 1989. 6) a print on thin paper of a nude woman leaning on a table, signed lower right by the artist. From the collection of Albert J Raman. Size: portfolio is 14" X 18"
Barry S. Slosberg Inc
Sep. 22, 2019
Bill Ward Books
Est: $40 - $80
[11 items] Bill Ward's Woman: A Sex to Sexty Special, SRI Publishing Co, 1970; WOW (World of Ward) #1, Allied American Artists, 1990; Bill Ward's Torchy, Innovation Books, Wheeling, 1992; Chun, Alex (ed), The Glamour Girls of Bill Ward, Fantagraphic Books, Seattle, 2003 (2 copies); Chun, Alex & Covey, Jacob, The Pin--Up art of Bill Ward: Fantagraphics, 2006; Kroll, Eric, The Wonderful World of Bill Ward: King of the Glamour Girls, Berlin, 2006; Buried Treasure, [no publisher], [nd] containing ""The Origins of Bill Ward's Torch US Army 1943, signed by Ward. Along with issues #1-5 of Torchy published by Innovation in 1992. Book on the work of erotic cartoonist Bill Ward. From the collection of Albert J Raman.
Barry S. Slosberg Inc
Sep. 22, 2019
Bill Ward Original Drawing "No Entry"
Est: $200 - $400
An original drawing by erotic artist Bill Ward (American 1919-1998) pf an amorous couple reclining against a sawhorse with a "No Entry" sign posted on it. The woman is pointing at the sign, indicating her intentions. Executed in pencil and black ink. Signed "ward" in the lower right. From the collection of Albert J Raman. Size: 11.5" X 14.75".
Barry S. Slosberg Inc
Sep. 22, 2019
Bill Ward Original Drawing #1
Est: $800 - $1,200
A fine, large framed drawing by erotic artist and cartoonist Bill Ward (American, 1919-1998), one of his "Phone Girls", showing a young women in her lingerie, on the telephone in her boudoir. She is seen in profile, but her back can be seen reflected in the mirror on her vanity. It's executed in pencil, ink conte crayon and white goauche on brown paper. Boldly signed "Ward" in the lower left. From the collection of Albert J Raman. Size: sight is 16.5" X 22", frame is 21.375" X 27".
Barry S. Slosberg Inc
Sep. 22, 2019
Bill Ward Original Drawing #2
Est: $800 - $1,200
A fine, large framed drawing by erotic artist and cartoonist Bill Ward (American, 1919-1998), one of his "Phone Girls", showing a young women in her lingerie, on the telephone in her boudoir. She is seen in profile, but her back can be seen reflected in the mirror on her vanity. It's executed in pencil, ink conte crayon and white goauche on brown paper. Boldly signed "Ward" in the lower left. From the collection of Albert J Raman. Size: sight is 16.5" X 22", frame is 21.375" X 27"".
Barry S. Slosberg Inc
Sep. 22, 2019
Bill Ward Original Drawing "A Shorter Trip"
Est: $300 - $500
A framed, original drawing by erotic artist/cartoonist Bill Ward. It shows a busty woman in a travel agent's office in the artist's signature style, executed in charcoal, conte crayon and white gouache on brown paper. The gag/caption is "Of course, if you were interested in a shorter trip - I would suggest hopping a cab to 217 East 75th St." Signed "Ward" lower left. Humorama stamp on reverse, conserved and framed by the Conservation Center, Philadelphia. From the collection of Albert J Raman. Size: sight is 16" X 22", frame is 24.25" X 30.125".
Barry S. Slosberg Inc
Apr. 28, 2019
Bill Ward
Est: $100 - $150
Portrait of John Ernst as a Bullfighter, c. 1990, Watercolor on Paper, 15" x 20", Unframed. Inscribed: to Pam from Bill Ward.
James Cox Gallery
Jan. 27, 2019
Wildfowler Pair of Special Order Goldeneye Duck Decoys, Old Saybrook, CT, Ward Style, Glass Eyes, Balsa Bodies, Original Paint w/light wear, a few shot marks, Drakes head has light damage, Puppy Chew, Hen has light paint flaking on head and bill, 14"L, Est. Market Determined
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Wildfowler Pair of Special Order Goldeneye Duck Decoys, Old Saybrook, CT, Ward Style, Glass Eyes, Balsa Bodies, Original Paint w/light wear, a few shot marks, Drakes head has light damage, Puppy Chew, Hen has light paint flaking on head and bill, 14"L, Est. Market Determined
Auctioneers, Inc.
May. 28, 2015
Bill Ward, Untitled - Gawkers, Graphite and Watercolor Painting
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
Artist: Bill Ward, American (1919 - 1998) Title: Untitled - Gawkers Year: circa 1981 Medium: Graphite and Watercolor on Paper, signed l.r. Size: 23 in. x 17 in. (58.42 cm x 43.18 cm) Frame Size: 32.5 x 27 inches
RoGallery
Sep. 25, 2014
Signed Illustration Drawn by Comic Book Artist Bill Ward -- From the ''Sex to Sexty'' Series
Est: $250 - $375
Signed illustration drawn by comic book artist Bill Ward for the ''Sex to Sexty'' comic book series. Illustration comically depicts a kindly man lying in bed reading as a shapely woman applies lipstick. On the bottom contains a typed caption ''And then again maybe I'm not pregnant...maybe that mailman was telling the truth about his vasectomy''. The same caption is also written to verso as is the phrase ''Goose (great gal and gag - inside cover?)''. Ward signs the drawing to bottom right. Measures 11'' x 13.25''. Slight creasing, else near fine.
Nate D Sanders Auctions
Sep. 25, 2014
Comic Art by Bill Ward -- Excellent Vintage ''Good Girl'' Art
Est: $250 - $375
Rare signed comic illustration by Bill Ward, the artist behind cartoon siren Torchy. Single-panel comic depicts a voluptuous lingerie-clad woman in a compromising position with a man, both of whom are shocked when a little boy bursts through the cupboard door of the bedside table. Typed at the top edge is the caption of the little boy's dialogue, ''Man! That was the best 'Hide & Go Seek' place I ever picked!'' Signed on the lower right by Ward. This cartoon appeared in the comic book series ''Sex to Sexty'' in the late 1960's. Ink drawing measures 11'' x 9.75''. Mounted to an overall size of 12'' x 10''. Ink notation to upper right, else near fine.
Nate D Sanders Auctions
Sep. 25, 2014
Comic Art by Bill Ward -- Excellent Vintage ''Good Girl'' Art
Est: $250 - $375
Rare signed comic illustration by Bill Ward, the artist behind cartoon siren Torchy. Single-panel ''Good Girl'' comic depicts a voluptuous woman being partially undressed by her male companion. She wears a deer-in-the-headlights expression. Typed at the top edge is the caption of the man's dialogue, ''How are you on remembering to take the Pill?'' Signed on the lower right by Ward. This cartoon appeared in the comic book series ''Sex to Sexty'' in the late 1960's. Ink drawing measures 9'' x 10.75''. Ink notation from publication to lower right and pencil notation of the caption's text to verso. Near fine.
Nate D Sanders Auctions
Sep. 25, 2014
Comic Art by Bill Ward -- Excellent Vintage ''Good Girl Art''
Est: $250 - $375
Rare signed comic illustration by Bill Ward, the artist behind cartoon siren Torchy Todd. Single-panel ''Good Girl Art'' comic depicts a voluptuous woman standing before a full-length mirror. She holds a hand-mirror to look at herself while an excited man looks on. Signed by Ward on the lower left corner. Comic is mounted to paperboard with the typed caption. This cartoon appeared in the cartoon book series ''Sex to Sexty'' in the late 1960's. Ink drawing measures 8.5'' by 11''. Mounted to an overall size of 10'' x 14''. Some white out and editing marks, otherwise near fine.
Nate D Sanders Auctions
Sep. 25, 2014
Comic Art by Bill Ward -- Vintage ''Good Girl Art''
Est: $250 - $375
Rare signed comic illustration by Bill Ward, the artist behind cartoon siren Torchy Todd. Single-panel ''Good Girl Art'' comic depicts a voluptuous, scantily-clad woman seated in front of a television. Her male companion reads a newspaper and chews on a pipe. Typed caption at the bottom reads, ''I hate these toilet paper ads. Why can't they talk about something everybody really uses?''. Signed at the lower left by Ward. This cartoon appeared in the cartoon book series ''Sex to Sexty'' in the late 1960's. Ink drawing measures 8.25'' x 7.5''. Some editing marks and Ward's notation of the gag line to verso. Irregularly trimmed right edge, else near fine.
Nate D Sanders Auctions
Sep. 25, 2014
Bill Ward Hand Drawn Pin-up Art -- Large Charcoal or Conte Crayon Drawing Measures 18'' x 19''
Est: $1,250 - $1,875
Pin-up drawing by Bill Ward, the creator of cartoon bombshell Torchy Todd. Here, Ward's mastery of the Good Girl Art genre is showcased in charcoal or conte crayon on paper. Scene depicts a beautiful woman with an exaggerated hourglass figure being presented with a pearl necklace by an older gentleman, who wears an eager expression. Drawing measures 18'' x 19''. Toning and some small tears around the edges of fragile sheet, else near fine.
Nate D Sanders Auctions