Joseph Roy Willis Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Joseph Roy Willis Art Value Price Guide

May. 09, 2024
Joseph Roy Willis, Flag Mountain in the Red River Country, Near Taos, N.M.
Est: $600 - $1,200
Joseph Roy Willis (1876 - 1960) Flag Mountain in the Red River Country, Near Taos, N.M. oil on canvas inscribed verso: Flag Mountain / in the Red River Country / near Taos, NM / at Indian Summer Time / for / Alamogordo Exhibition
Santa Fe Art Auction
May. 05, 2024
JOSEPH ROY WILLIS "ASPEN TRAIL, 1957" OIL ON CANVAS
Est: -
Joseph Roy (J.R.) Willis (1876 - 1960) "Aspen Trail, 1957" Oil on Canvas. Signed and dated lower right. Joseph Willis was a notable artist in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Willis was known as the "Aspen King" because of his many paintings of the beautiful aspen trees which turn a golden color in the fall of the year. He was also known for his portraits of American Indians, principally of New Mexico and Arizona. In addition to the Albuquerque Museum, his work is found in a Japanese museum in Imabari, Shikoku and a museum in Valledupar, Cesar, Colombia, South America. Artist: Joseph Roy Willis Title: "Aspen Trail, 1957" Medium: Oil on Canvas Circa/Year: 1957 Signature Type: Hand Signed Signature Location: Lower Right Site Measurement: 22" x 28" Image Keywords: Southwestern, Western Artwork, Art; Ref: BD1667
Bradford's
Mar. 07, 2024
Original Mixed Media "Gallup Indian Ceremonial" by Joseph Willis (1876-1960)
Est: $150 - $300
A pencil and crayon depiction of Native Americans at the Gallup Indian Ceremonial by artist Joseph Willis (1876-1960). Artist signature at the bottom right, dated 1921. Piece measures 16" x 12" *note - crack in frame
Embassy Auctions International
Oct. 21, 2023
Joseph Roy Willis Red Rock Springs
Est: $300 - $500
Joseph Roy Willis (American, 1876-1960) Red Rock Springs Oil on cardboard Signed J.R. Willis, lower right Titled, verso. "Red Rock from the mesa overlooking T.N.T. near old Road to Milk Ranch" written in pencil, verso.
Larsen Art Auction
Oct. 21, 2023
Joseph Roy Willis Road to the Camp
Est: $300 - $500
Joseph Roy Willis (American, 1876-1960) Road to the Camp Oil on canvas board Signed J.R. Willis, lower left Titled, lower left.
Larsen Art Auction
Jun. 21, 2023
JOSEPH ROY (J.R.) WILLIS, AMERICAN 1876-1960, WESTERN LANDSCAPE, Oil on board, 6 3/4 x 7 in. (17.1 x 17.8 cm.), Frame: 11 1/2 x 11 1/2 in. (29.2 x 29.2 cm.)
Est: $700 - $900
JOSEPH ROY (J.R.) WILLIS AMERICAN, 1876-1960 WESTERN LANDSCAPE Oil on board Lower right signed: J.R. Willis
Potomack Company
Apr. 30, 2023
Joseph R Willis (American, 1876-1960) Oil Painting
Est: $800 - $1,200
Joseph Roy Willis (American, 1876-1960) Painting. Title - Florida Shoreline. Oil on canvas tropical coastal landscape painting. Signed lower right J. R. Willis. Painting measures 16.25 inches high, 20 inches wide. Frame measures 21.6 inches high, 25.6 inches wide. The stretcher has a Miami Art Shop stamp. In good condition, cleaned and restored with one patch. From Askart.com: Joseph Roy Willis. The following is from Scott L Peeler, Jr., Valrico, Florida. He is the maternal grandson of the artist through his mother, Emily Willis Peeler. The artist Joseph Roy Willis (1876-1960) , known as J.R., was born in Goloid Community Screven County, Georgia, near Sylvania, on the 24th of November, 1876. He died on December 30, 1960 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He married Tempie Easterling of Reidsville, Georgia in 1899. They had a son and two daughters and were divorced. In 1916, he married Violet Powell of Ontario, Canada. Willis is best known for his Indian photographs and paintings and Southwestern landscapes. During the winters, he spent time in the Miami, Florida area where most of his brothers, sister, and mother lived, and from there, he made frequent trips to Cuba, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic where he did landscape painting. He also made frequent painting trips to Mexico and at least one trip to Guatemala, Central America. Willis traveled throughout the Southeastern part of the United States where he took advantage of the beauty of the region to paint many portraits and landscapes. Near the end of his life, he was faced with failing eyesight, but continued to paint until the time of his death. His career began as a political cartoonist during the Spanish American War. He worked at the Atlanta Constitution newspaper before going to New York to study art about 1908. Then he went to California, where he was a pioneer in the cartoon industry. He also spent 10 years as a chalk talk artist in vaudeville. In 1917, he was booked at a theater in Gallup, New Mexico when the owner of the theater died of influenza. Willis bought the theater and established a photography studio in Gallup. In 1931, he moved to Old Town, Albuquerque, New Mexico, and in 1938, he built his home and studio at the corner of Rio Grande and Alhambra Drive South West in the country club district of Albuquerque. The property is now (2001) a 'bed and breakfast' named Casa de Suenos. Willis was known as the Aspen King because of his many paintings of the beautiful aspen trees which turn a golden color in the fall of the year. He was also known for his portraits of American Indians, principally of New Mexico and Arizona. His work was realistic in style. His style is very similar to Frederic Remington and Charles Russell. He studied with Robert Henri in New York. Photography was another medium for which he was well known. Many of the photographs were used to make view- master reels and post cards, which have become quite collectible today. In addition to the Albuquerque Museum, his work is found in a Japanese museum in Imabari, Shikoku and a museum in Valledupar, Cesar, Colombia, South America. Many pieces of his work are in private collections in this country and Germany.
Myers Fine Art
Nov. 06, 2022
JOSEPH ROY WILLIS NATIVE MAN BY FIRE PASTEL ON PAPER
Est: -
Joseph Roy (J.R.) Willis (1876 - 1960) Native Man By Fire Pastel on Paper. The artist, known as J.R., was born in Goloid Community Screven County, Georgia. Willis is best known for his Indian photographs and paintings and Southwestern landscapes. He was also known for his portraits of American Indians, principally of New Mexico and Arizona. Artist: Joseph Roy Willis Title: Native Man By Fire Medium: Pastel on Paper Signature Type: Hand Signed Signature Location: Lower Left Site Measurement: 10.5 x 6.5 in. Keywords: Native American, Indian Artwork, Art; Ref: BD1767
Bradford's
Jul. 24, 2022
Joseph (J.R.) Willis (1876-1960) New Mexico, Oil
Est: $600 - $900
Joseph Roy (J.R.) Willis (1876 - 1960). Signed lower left. The artist, known as J.R., was born in Goloid Community Screven County, Georgia, near Sylvania, on the 24th of November, 1876. He died December 30, 1960 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He married Tempie Easterling of Reidsville, Georgia in 1899. They had a son and two daughters and were divorced. In 1916, he married Violet Powell of Ontario, Canada. Willis is best known for his Indian photographs and paintings and Southwestern landscapes. During the winters, he spent time in the Miami, Florida area where most of his brothers, sister, and mother lived, and from there, he made frequent trips to Cuba, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic where he did landscape painting. He also made frequent painting trips to Mexico and at least one trip to Guatemala, Central America. The artist, known as J.R., was born in Goloid Community Screven County, Georgia, near Sylvania, on the 24th of November, 1876. He died December 30, 1960 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He married Tempie Easterling of Reidsville, Georgia in 1899. They had a son and two daughters and were divorced. In 1916, he married Violet Powell of Ontario, Canada. Willis is best known for his Indian photographs and paintings and Southwestern landscapes. During the winters, he spent time in the Miami, Florida area where most of his brothers, sister, and mother lived, and from there, he made frequent trips to Cuba, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic where he did landscape painting. He also made frequent painting trips to Mexico and at least one trip to Guatemala, Central America. and Overall Size: 25 1/2 x 21 1/2 in. Sight Size: 19 1/2 x 15 1/2 in.
Sarasota Estate Auction
Feb. 09, 2022
Joseph Roy Willis (American, 1876-1960) Whale Harbor, Florida Keys, Oil on canvas,
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Joseph Roy Willis (American, 1876-1960) Whale Harbor, Florida Keys, Oil on canvas laid on mat board, Signed lower left. Willis is best known for his Southwestern portraits and landscapes. During the winters, he spent time in the Miami, Florida area where his family lived. These Florida paintings rarely come up at auction. Framed dimensions: H: 32 x W: 40 1/2 in. H: 28 W: 36 in.
Gray's Auctioneers
Oct. 24, 2020
Joseph Roy Willis Navajo Man, c.1920's
Est: $500 - $1,000
Joseph Roy Willis (American, 1876-1960) Navajo Man, c.1920's Oil on board Signed J.R. Willis, lower left
Larsen Art Auction
Feb. 09, 2020
Joseph Roy Willis (NM,1876-1960) gouache painting
Est: $750 - $850
ARTIST: Joseph Roy (J.R.) Willis (New Mexico, 1876 - 1960) NAME: Indian Man Sitting by the Fire MEDIUM: gouache and pastel on paper CONDITION: Excellent. Framed under glass. Minor wear to frame. SIGHT SIZE: 16 x 10 inches / 40 x 25 cm FRAME SIZE: 20 x 14 inches / 50 x 35 cm SIGNATURE: Lower left SIMILAR ARTISTS: Carl Von Hassler, Doel Reed, Fremont Ellis, Allan Houser, Henry Cornelius Balink, Oscar Berninghaus, Gene Kloss, Eanger Irving Couse, Charles Marion Russell, Curt Walters, Leon Gaspard, Olaf Carl Wieghorst CATEGORY: antique vintage painting SKU#: 115617 WARRANTY: 7 days returns accepted if item doesn't match description US Shipping $49 + insurance. Joseph Roy Willis (New Mexico, 1876 - 1960) The artist, known as J.R., was born in Goloid Community Screven County, Georgia, near Sylvania, on the 24th of November, 1876. He died December 30, 1960 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He married Tempie Easterling of Reidsville, Georgia in 1899. They had a son and two daughters and were divorced. In 1916, he married Violet Powell of Ontario, Canada. Willis is best known for his Indian photographs and paintings and Southwestern landscapes. During the winters, he spent time in the Miami, Florida area where most of his brothers, sister, and mother lived, and from there, he made frequent trips to Cuba, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic where he did landscape painting. He also made frequent painting trips to Mexico and at least one trip to Guatemala, Central America. Willis traveled throughout the Southeastern part of the United States where he took advantage of the beauty of the region to paint many portraits and landscapes. Near the end of his life, he was faced with failing eyesight, but continued to paint until the time of his death. His career began as a political cartoonist during the Spanish American War. He worked at the "Atlanta Constitution" newspaper before going to New York to study art about 1908. Then he went to California, where he was a pioneer in the cartoon industry. He also spent 10 years as a "chalk talk" artist in vaudeville. In 1917, he was booked at a theater in Gallup, New Mexico when the owner of the theater died of influenza. Willis bought the theater and established a photography studio in Gallup. In 1931, he moved to Old Town, Albuquerque, New Mexico, and in 1938, he built his home and studio at the corner of Rio Grande and Alhambra Drive South West in the country club district of Albuquerque. The property is now (2001) a 'bed and breakfast' named "Casa de Suenos." Willis was known as the "Aspen King" because of his many paintings of the beautiful aspen trees which turn a golden color in the fall of the year. He was also known for his portraits of American Indians, principally of New Mexico and Arizona. His work was realistic in style. His style is very similar to Frederic Remington and Charles Russell. He studied with Robert Henri in New York. Photography was another medium for which he was well known. Many of the photographs were used to make view- master reels and post cards, which have become quite collectible today. In addition to the Albuquerque Museum, his work is found in a Japanese museum in Imabari, Shikoku and a museum in Valledupar, Cesar, Colombia, South America. Many pieces of his work are in private collections in this country and Germany.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Nov. 10, 2019
Joseph Roy Willis (NM,1876-1960) gouache painting
Est: $750 - $850
ARTIST: Joseph Roy (J.R.) Willis (New Mexico, 1876 - 1960) NAME: Indian Man Sitting by the Fire MEDIUM: gouache and pastel on paper CONDITION: Excellent. Framed under glass. Minor wear to frame. SIGHT SIZE: 16 x 10 inches / 40 x 25 cm FRAME SIZE: 20 x 14 inches / 50 x 35 cm SIGNATURE: Lower left SIMILAR ARTISTS: Carl Von Hassler, Doel Reed, Fremont Ellis, Allan Houser, Henry Cornelius Balink, Oscar Berninghaus, Gene Kloss, Eanger Irving Couse, Charles Marion Russell, Curt Walters, Leon Gaspard, Olaf Carl Wieghorst CATEGORY: antique vintage painting SKU#: 115617 WARRANTY: 7 days returns accepted if item doesn't match description US Shipping $49 + insurance. Joseph Roy Willis (New Mexico, 1876 - 1960) The artist, known as J.R., was born in Goloid Community Screven County, Georgia, near Sylvania, on the 24th of November, 1876. He died December 30, 1960 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He married Tempie Easterling of Reidsville, Georgia in 1899. They had a son and two daughters and were divorced. In 1916, he married Violet Powell of Ontario, Canada. Willis is best known for his Indian photographs and paintings and Southwestern landscapes. During the winters, he spent time in the Miami, Florida area where most of his brothers, sister, and mother lived, and from there, he made frequent trips to Cuba, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic where he did landscape painting. He also made frequent painting trips to Mexico and at least one trip to Guatemala, Central America. Willis traveled throughout the Southeastern part of the United States where he took advantage of the beauty of the region to paint many portraits and landscapes. Near the end of his life, he was faced with failing eyesight, but continued to paint until the time of his death. His career began as a political cartoonist during the Spanish American War. He worked at the "Atlanta Constitution" newspaper before going to New York to study art about 1908. Then he went to California, where he was a pioneer in the cartoon industry. He also spent 10 years as a "chalk talk" artist in vaudeville. In 1917, he was booked at a theater in Gallup, New Mexico when the owner of the theater died of influenza. Willis bought the theater and established a photography studio in Gallup. In 1931, he moved to Old Town, Albuquerque, New Mexico, and in 1938, he built his home and studio at the corner of Rio Grande and Alhambra Drive South West in the country club district of Albuquerque. The property is now (2001) a 'bed and breakfast' named "Casa de Suenos." Willis was known as the "Aspen King" because of his many paintings of the beautiful aspen trees which turn a golden color in the fall of the year. He was also known for his portraits of American Indians, principally of New Mexico and Arizona. His work was realistic in style. His style is very similar to Frederic Remington and Charles Russell. He studied with Robert Henri in New York. Photography was another medium for which he was well known. Many of the photographs were used to make view- master reels and post cards, which have become quite collectible today. In addition to the Albuquerque Museum, his work is found in a Japanese museum in Imabari, Shikoku and a museum in Valledupar, Cesar, Colombia, South America. Many pieces of his work are in private collections in this country and Germany.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Nov. 08, 2019
J. R. Willis | Mesa Yeso Ghost Ranch
Est: $5,000 - $8,000
Artist: J. R. Willis | 1876-1960 Title: Mesa Yeso Ghost Ranch Signed l/r: J.R. Willis [cipher] Mesa Yeso Ghost Ranch Media: Oil on canvas Dimensions: 36 by 40 inches Condition: Very Good Condition Details: This painting is in very good condition. Close inspection under ultraviolet light reveals normal fluorescence of artist's pigments, and no signs of restoration. The piece is framed in a rustic light brown frame. The frame is in good condition with normal wear.
Altermann Galleries
Jan. 18, 2018
J. R. Willis | Sitting by the Fire
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
Artist: J. R. Willis |1876-1960 Title: Sitting by the Fire Signed l/l: J.R. Willis © Medium: Mixed media on paper Dimensions: 10 1/2 by 6 1/2 inches
Altermann Galleries
Oct. 25, 2017
Joseph Roy Willis, Native American Landscape O/C
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Lot consists of an oil on canvas painting by Joseph Roy Willis (New Mexico, 1876 - 1960). Wonderful native american landscape depicting 2 indians overlooking a canyon. Signed lower right. Sight seen approx. 35.5" x 30", overeall framesize approx. 41" x 35.5". This lot is being offered on behalf of the New York County Public Administrators Office from the Estate of David Taback.
Weiss Auctions
Aug. 12, 2017
J. R. Willis | Sitting by the Fire
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
Artist: J. R. Willis | 1876-1960 Title: Sitting by the Fire Signed l/l: J.R. Willis © Medium: Mixed media on paper Dimensions: 10 1/2 by 6 1/2 inches
Altermann Galleries
Jan. 16, 2017
A Hand Colored Photograph by Joseph Roy Willis, Hopi Subject
Est: $100 - $200
Circa 1930, by Joseph Roy Willis (American, 1876-1960), titled "Taking the Elevator in Hopiland", depicting a scene with child climbing a ladder, signed in pen at the lower right.
Locati LLC
Dec. 03, 2016
J. R. Willis | Sitting by the Fire
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
Artist: J. R. Willis | 1876 - 1960 Title: Sitting by the Fire Signed l/l: J.R. Willis © Media: Mixed media on paper Dimensions: 10 1/2 by 6 1/2 inches
Altermann Galleries
Aug. 28, 2016
J.R. Willis (1876-1960) oil on board
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Native American Landscape depicting 2 seated Native Americans by fireside signed lower right measures 20"x 24" Provenance: Acquired from the artists to first owner, sold to current owner Los Angeles, Calif.
California Auctioneers
Nov. 15, 2015
J. R. Willis | Cabin in the Aspens
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
Artist: J. R. Willis | 1876 - 1960 Title: Cabin in the Aspens Signed l/r: J.R. Willis 56- Media: Oil on canvas Dimensions: 16 by 20 inches
Altermann Galleries
Nov. 15, 2015
J. R. Willis | Aspen Trail
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
Artist: J. R. Willis | 1876 - 1960 Title: Aspen Trail Signed l/r: J.R. Willis 1956 Media: Oil on panel Dimensions: 16 by 20 inches
Altermann Galleries
Nov. 15, 2015
J. R. Willis | Ristras
Est: $3,000 - $3,500
Artist: J. R. Willis | 1876 - 1960 Title: Ristras Signed l/r: J.R. Willis 1956 Media: Oil on canvas Dimensions: 22 by 28 inches
Altermann Galleries
Dec. 06, 2014
Joseph Roy Willis, American (1876-1960), Aspen forest, 1955, oil on canvas, 16 x 20 inches
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
Joseph Roy Willis American (1876-1960) Aspen forest, 1955, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower right, framed. 16 x 20 inches
Link Auction Galleries
Oct. 23, 2014
JOSEPH ROY (J. R.) WILLIS, (American, 1876-1960), Aspens of Arizona, Oil on canvas, H 13 x W 17 inches.
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
JOSEPH ROY (J. R.) WILLIS (American, 1876-1960) Aspens of Arizona Oil on canvas Signed lower right H 13 x W 17 inches.
Morton Auctioneers & Appraisers
Nov. 10, 2012
Joseph Roy Willis (American/New Mexico, 1876-1960) "In the Land of Their Fathers..."
Est: $700 - $1,000
Sgn. Lower rt. J. R. Willis, 1952. Oil/canvas board. In pencil on reverse-"In the Land of Their Fathers Overlooking Valley on Zuni Indian Road. Tohatchi Mtn. in background".
Cottone Auctions
Jun. 26, 2011
Joseph Roy Willis (American/New Mexico,
Est: $800 - $1,200
Joseph Roy Willis (American/New Mexico, 1876-1960), "Old Slave Quarters", 1928, oil on canvas, signed, dated, and titled lower right, inscribed "Old Slave Quarters New Orleans" en verso, 20 in. x 16 in., framed.
Neal Auction Company