Gertrude Abercrombie Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Gertrude Abercrombie Art Value Price Guide

Mar. 30, 2025
ATTR TO GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE OIL PAINTING 1970
Est: $100 - $150
An oil on masonite board painting attributed to Gertrude Abercrombie and depicting a composition with a shell and a leaf, 1970, painted in the style of Magical Realism. Signed by the artist and dated lower right. One of a kind artwork. Provenance: Private collection from Houston Texas. Gertrude Abercrombie, 1909 to 1977, was an American painter based in Chicago. Called the queen of the bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Her work evolved into incorporating her love for jazz music, inspired by parties and jam sessions she hosted in her Hyde Park home. Her works are painted in a precise, controlled style. She took little interest in other artists work, although she admired Magritte. Musicians such as Sonny Rollins, Max Roach, Jackie Cain and the Modern Jazz Quartet were considered friends. American Mid Century Fine Art For Collectors. LOT CONDITION & DESCRIPTION: All items are sold "as is". The auction house does not warrant authenticity on any specific piece. THERE ARE NO RETURNS. We can only offer an opinion and the material facts about the item. It is up to the buyer to determine authenticity before bidding and purchasing an item. If we state facts about gold or silver content or weight, it is sold as fact...
Antique Arena Inc
Mar. 23, 2025
ATTR TO GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE AMERICAN OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Gertrude Abercrombie, American, 1909 to 1977, an oil painting on masonite board depicting a still life with a leaf in a landscape, 1954, painted in the manner of Magical Realism. Signed and dated 54, lower right. Framed. Gertrude Abercrombie, 1909 to 1977, was an American painter based in Chicago. Called the queen of the bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Her work evolved into incorporating her love for jazz music, inspired by parties and jam sessions she hosted in her Hyde Park home. Her works are painted in a precise, controlled style. She took little interest in other artists work, although she admired Magritte. Musicians such as Sonny Rollins, Max Roach, Jackie Cain and the Modern Jazz Quartet were considered friends. American Mid Century Fine Art For Collectors. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Mar. 16, 2025
OIL PAINTING IN MANNER OF GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE
Est: $100 - $150
An oil on masonite painting depicting a composition with a snail woman and a moon, painted in the manner of Gertrude Abercrombie. Signed and dated lower left. Housed in a wooden frame. Gertrude Abercrombie, 1909 to 1977, was an American painter based in Chicago. Called the queen of the bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Her work evolved into incorporating her love for jazz music, inspired by parties and jam sessions she hosted in her Hyde Park home. Her works are painted in a precise, controlled style. She took little interest in other artists work, although she admired Magritte. Musicians such as Sonny Rollins, Max Roach, Jackie Cain and the Modern Jazz Quartet were considered friends. American Mid Century Fine Art For Collectors. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Mar. 15, 2025
AFTER GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE AMERICAN PASTEL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Oil pastel on paper painting. After Gertrude Abercrombie, 1909 to 1977, an American painter based in Chicago famous for her bohemian lifestyle. The artwork represents a still life with grapes in a tall silver chalice with an apple on the table. Signed and dated 1970 in the lower right. Associated American Artists label and museum stamps on the backside. Unframed. Collectible Postwar American Modernist Fine Art.
Antique Arena Inc
Mar. 15, 2025
ATTR TO GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE AMERICAN OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Gertrude Abercrombie, German, American, 1909 to 1977, oil painting on masonite board, More Time, 1952. Signed and dated, lower left. Framed. Paper labels of the Hyde Park Art Exhibition, on the backside. Gertrude Abercrombie is known for Surreal imagery, gloves, grapes, hats, block printing. Gertrude Abercrombie was an American painter based in Chicago. Called the queen of the bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Her work evolved into incorporating her love for jazz music, inspired by parties and jam sessions she hosted in her Hyde Park home. Her works are painted in a precise, controlled style. She took little interest in other artists work, although she admired Magritte. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Mar. 12, 2025
Gertrude Abercrombie, Owl Trainer No. 2
Est: $200,000 - $300,000
Gertrude Abercrombie Owl Trainer No. 2 1947 oil on Masonite 12 h x 16 w in (30 x 41 cm) Signed and dated to lower left 'Abercrombie 47'. This work has been authenticated by Dr. Susan Weininger, Professor Emerita of Art History at Roosevelt University, Chicago and leading scholar of Gertrude Abercrombie. Provenance: The Artist | Robert Henry Adams Fine Art, Chicago | Collection of Claire and Ridgely Cook | Private Collection Exhibited: Marshall Field, Chicago, 1947 This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Mar. 08, 2025
ATTR TO GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE CHICKEN OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Gertrude Abercrombie, American, 1909 to 1977, an oil painting on masonite board depicting a composition with a chicken, an egg, an egg holder, and a key, 1963, painted in the manner of Magical Realism. Signed and dated lower right. Gertrude Abercrombie, 1909 to 1977, was an American painter based in Chicago. Called the queen of the bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Her work evolved into incorporating her love for jazz music, inspired by parties and jam sessions she hosted in her Hyde Park home. Her works are painted in a precise, controlled style. She took little interest in other artists work, although she admired Magritte. Musicians such as Sonny Rollins, Max Roach, Jackie Cain and the Modern Jazz Quartet were considered friends. American Mid Century Fine Art For Collectors. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Mar. 02, 2025
GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Gertrude Abercrombie, American, 1909 to 1977, an oil painting on board depicting a composition with a pair of yurts and a stair in a landscape in the manner of Magical Realism, 1957. Signed and dated lower left. Framed. Gertrude Abercrombie, 1909 to 1977, was an American painter based in Chicago. Called the queen of the bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Her work evolved into incorporating her love for jazz music, inspired by parties and jam sessions she hosted in her Hyde Park home. Her works are painted in a precise, controlled style. She took little interest in other artists work, although she admired Magritte. Musicians such as Sonny Rollins, Max Roach, Jackie Cain and the Modern Jazz Quartet were considered friends. American Mid Century Fine Art For Collectors. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Mar. 02, 2025
ATTR GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE AMERICAN PASTEL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Gertrude Abercrombie, American, 1909 to 1977, a pastel painting on paper depicting a scene with a pair of cats and four doors in a landscape, 1957, painted in the manner of Magical Realism. Signed and dated lower left. Framed. A paper label of the Philadelphia Museum of Art and stamped, on the backside. Gertrude Abercrombie, 1909 to 1977, was an American painter based in Chicago. Called the queen of the bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Her work evolved into incorporating her love for jazz music, inspired by parties and jam sessions she hosted in her Hyde Park home. Her works are painted in a precise, controlled style. She took little interest in other artists work, although she admired Magritte. Musicians such as Sonny Rollins, Max Roach, Jackie Cain and the Modern Jazz Quartet were considered friends. American Mid Century Fine Art For Collectors. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Mar. 01, 2025
ATTR TO GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE AMERICAN PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Gertrude Abercrombie, American, 1909 to 1977, oil painting on board depicting a composition with a woman with two cats. Signed lower left and dated 1958. Framed. Called the queen of the bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Mid Century Paintings And American Art Collectibles.
Antique Arena Inc
Feb. 22, 2025
AMERICAN SHELL OIL PAINTING BY GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE
Est: $100 - $150
Gertrude Abercrombie, German, American, 1909 to 1977, oil painting on canvas, depicting a Surreal still life with sea shells, 1954. Signed and dated, lower right. Framed. Gertrude Abercrombie is known for Surreal imagery, gloves, grapes, hats, block printing. Gertrude Abercrombie was an American painter based in Chicago. Called the queen of the bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Her work evolved into incorporating her love for jazz music, inspired by parties and jam sessions she hosted in her Hyde Park home. Her works are painted in a precise, controlled style. She took little interest in other artists work, although she admired Magritte. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Feb. 22, 2025
SIGNED GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE AMERICAN OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
An oil painting on board depicting a composition with a woman with a whale. Signed lower left, Abercrombie, and dated 1947. Framed. Gertrude Abercrombie, American, 1909 to 1977, called the queen of the bohemian artists, was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Mid Century Paintings And American Art Collectibles.
Antique Arena Inc
Feb. 22, 2025
ATTR TO GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE OIL PAINTING 1970
Est: $100 - $150
An oil on masonite board painting attributed to Gertrude Abercrombie and depicting a composition with a shell and a leaf, 1970, painted in the style of Magical Realism. Signed by the artist and dated lower right. One of a kind artwork. Provenance: Private collection from Houston Texas. Gertrude Abercrombie, 1909 to 1977, was an American painter based in Chicago. Called the queen of the bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Her work evolved into incorporating her love for jazz music, inspired by parties and jam sessions she hosted in her Hyde Park home. Her works are painted in a precise, controlled style. She took little interest in other artists work, although she admired Magritte. Musicians such as Sonny Rollins, Max Roach, Jackie Cain and the Modern Jazz Quartet were considered friends. American Mid Century Fine Art For Collectors.
Antique Arena Inc
Feb. 22, 2025
ATTR GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE AMERICAN OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Gertrude Abercrombie, German, American, 1909 to 1977, oil painting on masonite, Leaf with Caterpillar, 1970. Signed and dated lower right. Framed. Provenance: from the Private collection, Houston, Texas. Completed with an original letter, Johnson and Clark Interior Designers, dated September 14, 2006, and signed by Philip Clark, Firm Executive Director. Gertrude Abercrombie is known for Surreal imagery. The artist was an American painter based in Chicago. Called the queen of bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her creative work. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Feb. 22, 2025
ATTR GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE AMERICAN OIL PAINTING W COA
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Gertrude Abercrombie, German, American, 1909 to 1977, oil painting on masonite, Tower By The Sea, 1970. Signed and dated, lower right. Framed. Completed with a certificate of authenticity of the Le Petit Palais Gallery, stamped, and signed by Malena Nichols, a curator. Gertrude Abercrombie is known for Surreal imagery, gloves, grapes, hats, block printing. Gertrude Abercrombie was an American painter based in Chicago. Called the queen of the bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Her work evolved into incorporating her love for jazz music, inspired by parties and jam sessions she hosted in her Hyde Park home. Her works are painted in a precise, controlled style. She took little interest in other artists work, although she admired Magritte. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Feb. 21, 2025
Gertrude Abercrombie (1909-1977) USA - American
Est: €40,000 - €60,000
Gertrude Abercrombie (1909-1977) ; oil on masonite / 1957 ; dimensions 23 x 30,5 cm (9 x 12 in.) ; frame size 33 x 40,5 cm (13 x 16 in.) ; signed lower right corner ; Shipping to USA - DHL $340 , National post with tracking service $235 / Shipping to EU, Middle Assia - DHL $270 , National post with tracking service $195
Art-Torg
Feb. 20, 2025
Gertrude Abercrombie, Self-Portrait
Est: $30,000 - $50,000
Gertrude Abercrombie Self-Portrait 1938 unglazed terracotta 7.5 h x 4.25 w x 2.75 d in (19 x 11 x 7 cm) This work is one of only two known sculptures by Gertrude Abercrombie, the other resides in the permanent collection of the Illinois State Museum, Springfield. Incised signature, date and inscription to interior '38 Abercrombie No Glaze'. Signed and inscribed to underside '$15 G. Abercrombie To Sophie'. This work has been authenticated by Dr. Susan Weininger, Professor Emerita of Art History at Roosevelt University, Chicago and leading scholar of Gertrude Abercrombie. Provenance: Gift from the artist to Sophie Grinbarg Wessel | Acquired from the previous in 1991, Barton Faist Collection This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Wright
Feb. 20, 2025
Gertrude Abercrombie, Keyhole and Eye
Est: $40,000 - $60,000
Gertrude Abercrombie Keyhole and Eye 1964 oil on Masonite 3.875 h x 4.75 w in (10 x 12 cm) Signed and dated to lower left 'Abercrombie '64'. This work has been authenticated by Dr. Susan Weininger, Professor Emerita of Art History at Roosevelt University, Chicago and leading scholar of Gertrude Abercrombie. Provenance: Acquired c. 1990 by the present owner This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Wright
Feb. 20, 2025
Gertrude Abercrombie, Chicken with Eggs
Est: $70,000 - $90,000
Gertrude Abercrombie Chicken with Eggs 1961 oil on Masonite 7.75 h x 9.625 w in (20 x 24 cm) Signed and dated to lower right 'Abercrombie '61'. This work has been authenticated by Dr. Susan Weininger, Professor Emerita of Art History at Roosevelt University, Chicago and leading scholar of Gertrude Abercrombie. Provenance: Collection of Chicago National Boulevard Bank | Private Collection | Gift from the previous to the present owner This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Wright
Feb. 20, 2025
Gertrude Abercrombie, Owl with Eggs
Est: $60,000 - $80,000
Gertrude Abercrombie Owl with Eggs 1963 oil on Masonite 7.75 h x 9.75 w in (20 x 25 cm) Signed and dated to lower left 'Abercrombie '63'. This work has been authenticated by Dr. Susan Weininger, Professor Emerita of Art History at Roosevelt University, Chicago and leading scholar of Gertrude Abercrombie. Provenance: Collection of Chicago National Boulevard Bank | Private Collection | Gift from the previous to the present owner This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Wright
Feb. 16, 2025
ATTRIBUTED TO GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE DOG OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Gertrude Abercrombie, American, 1909 to 1977, an oil painting on canvas depicting a portrait of a dog in a landscape in the manner of Magical Realism, 1946. Signed and dated lower left. Framed. Gertrude Abercrombie, 1909 to 1977, was an American painter based in Chicago. Called the queen of the bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Her work evolved into incorporating her love for jazz music, inspired by parties and jam sessions she hosted in her Hyde Park home. Her works are painted in a precise, controlled style. She took little interest in other artists work, although she admired Magritte. Musicians such as Sonny Rollins, Max Roach, Jackie Cain and the Modern Jazz Quartet were considered friends. American Mid Century Fine Art For Collectors. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Feb. 15, 2025
GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE ORIGINAL PAINTING AFTER
Est: $2,000 - $10,000
Gertrude Abercrombie (American, 1909-1977) original oil painting depicting an owl and tree. This is an original painting made by an unknown artist in the same manner and style as Abercrombie. Called "the queen of the bohemian artists", Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Size: 17.5 X 23.5", 21 X 27" Frame Condition: Very fine.
Florida Estate Sales Inc.
Feb. 09, 2025
Gertrude Abercrombie, Black Cat with Moon, Oil on Board
Est: $15,000 - $20,000
Gertrude Abercrombie, large black cat with full moon and ladder to the moon, oil on board, signed and dated '46 L/L, 7 1/2" x 9 1/2" (board size). Provenance: Santa Barbara, California collection. Owner purchased for $5500. PLEASE NOTE: On KaminskiLIVE, lots valued at over $3,000 are designated as Premier Lots in the auction descriptions. Bidding on these lots requires pre-approval. Existing customers with a history of completed payments will be automatically pre-approved. New customers must either call Kaminski Auctions at 978-927-2223 Ext 507 with a credit card to obtain pre-approval or have a credit card on file with our auction house.
Kaminski Auctions
Jan. 26, 2025
ATTR TO GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE PORTRAIT OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Gertrude Abercrombie, American, 1909 to 1977, an oil painting on canvas depicting a self portrait with a cat, 1954, painted in the manner of Magical Realism. Signed and dated lower right. Gertrude Abercrombie, 1909 to 1977, was an American painter based in Chicago. Called the queen of the bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Her work evolved into incorporating her love for jazz music, inspired by parties and jam sessions she hosted in her Hyde Park home. Her works are painted in a precise, controlled style. She took little interest in other artists work, although she admired Magritte. Musicians such as Sonny Rollins, Max Roach, Jackie Cain and the Modern Jazz Quartet were considered friends. American Mid Century Fine Art For Collectors. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Jan. 26, 2025
ATTR TO GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE CHICKEN OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Gertrude Abercrombie, American, 1909 to 1977, an oil painting on masonite board depicting a composition with a chicken, an egg, an egg holder, and a key, 1963, painted in the manner of Magical Realism. Signed and dated lower right. Gertrude Abercrombie, 1909 to 1977, was an American painter based in Chicago. Called the queen of the bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Her work evolved into incorporating her love for jazz music, inspired by parties and jam sessions she hosted in her Hyde Park home. Her works are painted in a precise, controlled style. She took little interest in other artists work, although she admired Magritte. Musicians such as Sonny Rollins, Max Roach, Jackie Cain and the Modern Jazz Quartet were considered friends. American Mid Century Fine Art For Collectors. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Jan. 19, 2025
GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE AMERICAN SURREALIST PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Oil on masonite painting by Gertrude Abercrombie, 1909 to 1977, an American painter based in Chicago famous for her bohemian lifestyle. The artwork represents a Surrealist night scene with an owl. Titled Owl on the Field. Signed by the artist and dated 1953 in the lower left. Associated American Artists label on the backside. Provenance: private estate sale. Wooden frame. The owl was one of Abercrombies favorite animals. Representing natures overseer of land and sky, the owl patiently takes in everything, comprehending a world beyond our grasp. This role is treated as metaphor through the turquoise in the owls eyes. Collectible Postwar American Modernist Fine Art.
Antique Arena Inc
Jan. 19, 2025
GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE AMERICAN SURREALIST PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Oil on masonite painting by Gertrude Abercrombie, 1909 to 1977, an American painter based in Chicago famous for her bohemian lifestyle. The artwork represents a Surrealist night scene of a woman offering her cat a ball. Titled A Lady and Her Cat. Signed by the artist and dated 1954 in the lower left. Associated American Artists label on the backside. Provenance: private estate sale. Wooden frame. Abercrombie was enthralled with her cats capacity for mischievous play represented by the offered ball while at the same time able to exhibit stoic, yet graceful ambivalence. Another animal tuned to the energy of nature, she too felt that connection through the creative act of her art that was the common ground she shared with them. Collectible Postwar American Modernist Fine Art.
Antique Arena Inc
Jan. 11, 2025
GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE SURREALIST PASTEL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Pastel on paper painting by Gertrude Abercrombie, 1909 to 1977, an American painter based in Chicago famous for her bohemian lifestyle. The artwork represents a Surrealist night landscape with a house and tree. Titled Green House. Signed by the artist and dated 1945 in the lower right. Grey mat, wooden frame. Philadelphia Museum label and stamp on the reverse. Collectible Postwar American Modernist Fine Art.
Antique Arena Inc
Dec. 14, 2024
ATTR TO GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE PORTRAIT OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Gertrude Abercrombie, American, 1909 to 1977, an oil painting on canvas depicting a female portrait against green background, 1956. Signed and dated lower right. Framed. Gertrude Abercrombie, 1909 to 1977, was an American painter based in Chicago. Called the queen of the bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Her work evolved into incorporating her love for jazz music, inspired by parties and jam sessions she hosted in her Hyde Park home. Her works are painted in a precise, controlled style. She took little interest in other artists work, although she admired Magritte. Musicians such as Sonny Rollins, Max Roach, Jackie Cain and the Modern Jazz Quartet were considered friends. American Mid Century Fine Art For Collectors. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Dec. 11, 2024
Gertrude Abercrombie (American, 1909-1977) Owl for Emil, 1958
Est: $50,000 - $70,000
Gertrude Abercrombie (American, 1909-1977) Owl for Emil, 1958 oil on masonite signed Abercrombie and dated (lower right); inscribed PRIEBE (verso) 4 5/8 x 5 7/8 inches. Property from the Collection of Dr. and Mrs. Roger Parr
Freeman’s | Hindman
Dec. 07, 2024
GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE ORIGINAL PAINTING AFTER
Est: $2,000 - $10,000
Gertrude Abercrombie (American, 1909-1977) original oil painting depicting an owl and tree. This is an original painting made by an unknown artist in the same manner and style as Abercrombie. Called "the queen of the bohemian artists", Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Size: 17.5 X 23.5", 21 X 27" Frame Condition: Very fine.
Florida Estate Sales Inc.
Nov. 24, 2024
GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE PORTRAIT OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Gertrude Abercrombie, American, 1909 to 1977, an oil painting on board depicting a self portrait in a seascape, 1938, painted in the manner of Magical Realism. Signed and dated lower left. Framed. Gertrude Abercrombie, 1909 to 1977, was an American painter based in Chicago. Called the queen of the bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Her work evolved into incorporating her love for jazz music, inspired by parties and jam sessions she hosted in her Hyde Park home. Her works are painted in a precise, controlled style. She took little interest in other artists work, although she admired Magritte. Musicians such as Sonny Rollins, Max Roach, Jackie Cain and the Modern Jazz Quartet were considered friends. American Mid Century Fine Art For Collectors. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Nov. 20, 2024
GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE (1909-1977) Silo at Aledo 36 1/4 x 24 in (92 x 60.9 cm) (Painted in 1953)
Est: $100,000 - $150,000
GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE (1909-1977) Silo at Aledo signed and dated 'Abercrombie '53' (lower left) oil on canvas 36 1/4 x 24 in (92 x 60.9 cm) Painted in 1953 For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Nov. 19, 2024
Carnations
Est: $30,000 - $50,000
Property from a Private Collection, Chicago Gertrude Abercrombie 1909 - 1977 Carnations signed Abercrombie and dated ‘60. (lower right) oil on Masonite 10 ¼ by 9 in. 26 by 22.9 cm. Executed in 1960.
Sotheby's
Nov. 19, 2024
The Flight
Est: $30,000 - $50,000
Property from a Private Collection Gertrude Abercrombie 1909 - 1977 The Flight signed Abercrombie and dated ‘49 (lower right) oil on Masonite 5 ¼ by 7 in. 13.3 by 17.8 cm. Executed in 1949.
Sotheby's
Nov. 19, 2024
Snail
Est: $50,000 - $70,000
Property from a Private Collection, Chicago Gertrude Abercrombie 1909 - 1977 Snail signed Abercrombie and dated ‘67 (lower left) oil on Masonite 4 by 6 in. 10.1 by 15.2 cm. Executed in 1967.
Sotheby's
Nov. 16, 2024
GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE SURREAL AMERICAN OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Gertrude Abercrombie, German, American, 1909 to 1977, oil painting on masonite board, Offering, depicting a Surreal interior scene, 1957. Signed and dated lower left. Framed, bears a paper label attached to the back side. Gertrude Abercrombie is known for Surreal imagery, gloves, grapes, hats, block printing. Gertrude Abercrombie was an American painter based in Chicago. Called the queen of the bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Her work evolved into incorporating her love for jazz music, inspired by parties and jam sessions she hosted in her Hyde Park home. Her works are painted in a precise, controlled style. She took little interest in other artists work, although she admired Magritte. One of a kind artwork. Postwar Fine Art, Mid Century American Paintings And Wall Decor Collectibles.
Antique Arena Inc
Nov. 10, 2024
ATTR TO GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE PORTRAIT OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Gertrude Abercrombie, American, 1909 to 1977, an oil painting on canvas depicting a self portrait with a cat, 1954, painted in the manner of Magical Realism. Signed and dated lower right. Gertrude Abercrombie, 1909 to 1977, was an American painter based in Chicago. Called the queen of the bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Her work evolved into incorporating her love for jazz music, inspired by parties and jam sessions she hosted in her Hyde Park home. Her works are painted in a precise, controlled style. She took little interest in other artists work, although she admired Magritte. Musicians such as Sonny Rollins, Max Roach, Jackie Cain and the Modern Jazz Quartet were considered friends. American Mid Century Fine Art For Collectors. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Nov. 10, 2024
ATTR TO GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE CATS DOORS OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Gertrude Abercrombie, American, 1909 to 1977, an oil painting on masonite board depicting a scene with a pair of cats and four doors, 1957, painted in the manner of Magical Realism. Signed and dated lower right. Gertrude Abercrombie, 1909 to 1977, was an American painter based in Chicago. Called the queen of the bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Her work evolved into incorporating her love for jazz music, inspired by parties and jam sessions she hosted in her Hyde Park home. Her works are painted in a precise, controlled style. She took little interest in other artists work, although she admired Magritte. Musicians such as Sonny Rollins, Max Roach, Jackie Cain and the Modern Jazz Quartet were considered friends. American Mid Century Fine Art For Collectors. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Nov. 10, 2024
ATTR TO GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE CHICKEN OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Gertrude Abercrombie, American, 1909 to 1977, an oil painting on masonite board depicting a composition with a chicken, an egg, an egg holder, and a key, 1963, painted in the manner of Magical Realism. Signed and dated lower right. Gertrude Abercrombie, 1909 to 1977, was an American painter based in Chicago. Called the queen of the bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Her work evolved into incorporating her love for jazz music, inspired by parties and jam sessions she hosted in her Hyde Park home. Her works are painted in a precise, controlled style. She took little interest in other artists work, although she admired Magritte. Musicians such as Sonny Rollins, Max Roach, Jackie Cain and the Modern Jazz Quartet were considered friends. American Mid Century Fine Art For Collectors. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Nov. 08, 2024
Gertrude Abercrombie monograph
Est: $500 - $700
Gertrude Abercrombie monograph 2018 bound printed paper 9.25 h x 7.5 w x 2 d in (23 x 19 x 5 cm) This work is from the edition of 1000 published by Karma, New York. Provenance: Strand Bookstore, New York | Private Collection This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Nov. 02, 2024
SURREALIST OIL PAINTING BY GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE
Est: $100 - $150
Oil on masonite board painting by Gertrude Abercrombie, 1909 to 1977, an American painter based in Chicago famous for her bohemian lifestyle. The artwork represents a Surrealist composition, a seashell and dice in a night sea landscape. Untitled. Signed by the artist and dated 1956 in the lower left. Golden frame. Collectible Postwar American Modernist Fine Art.
Antique Arena Inc
Oct. 31, 2024
Gouache on Masonite 'Options' by Gertrude Abercrombie (1909-1977)
Est: $30,000 - $50,000
A gouache on masonite by American artist Gertrude Abercrombie (1909-1977) titled 'Options'. Shows two towers in a vast, moonlit field with women looking out the top windows. Signed at the bottom left and dated 1955, label on verso with title and identification. Gilt frame measures 14 1/2" x 12 1/2", 6" x 8" site.
Embassy Auctions International
Oct. 27, 2024
ATTR GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE AMERICAN CAT OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Gertrude Abercrombie, American, 1909 to 1977, an oil painting on board depicting a double portrait of cats. Signed lower left. Framed. Gertrude Abercrombie, was an American painter based in Chicago. Called the queen of the bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Her work evolved into incorporating her love for jazz music, inspired by parties and jam sessions she hosted in her Hyde Park home. Her works are painted in a precise, controlled style. She took little interest in other artists work, although she admired Magritte. Musicians such as Sonny Rollins, Max Roach, Jackie Cain and the Modern Jazz Quartet were considered friends. American Mid Century Fine Art, Animals Pets Portraits Oil Paintings For Collectors. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Oct. 12, 2024
GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE ORIGINAL PAINTING AFTER
Est: $2,000 - $10,000
Gertrude Abercrombie (American, 1909-1977) original oil painting depicting an owl and tree. This is an original painting made by an unknown artist in the same manner and style as Abercrombie. Called "the queen of the bohemian artists", Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Size: 17.5 X 23.5", 21 X 27" Frame Condition: Very fine.
Florida Estate Sales Inc.
Oct. 05, 2024
AMERICAN OIL PAINTING BY GERTRUDE ABERCROMBIE 1957
Est: $100 - $150
Gertrude Abercrombie, American, 1909 to 1977, oil on masonite painting depicting a woman in a long blue dress with a white cat sitting next to her. In the background is a shadow of this woman holding a balloon in her hand. Signed lower left and dated 1957. Matted and framed. Called the queen of the bohemian artists, Abercrombie was involved in the Chicago jazz scene and was friends with musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan, whose music inspired her own creative work. Mid Century Surreal Paintings And American Art Collectibles.
Antique Arena Inc
Oct. 01, 2024
Gertrude Abercrombie, Snail Shell with Flags
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
Gertrude Abercrombie Snail Shell with Flags 1956 oil on Masonite 3.75 h x 4.75 w in (10 x 12 cm) Signed and dated to lower left 'Abercrombie '56'. This work has been authenticated by Dr. Susan Weininger, professor emerita of art history at Roosevelt University, Chicago and leading scholar of Gertrude Abercrombie. Provenance: Gift from the artist to Cesar Rotondi and Johann Gardner | Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Paintings, Prints, Drawings and Sculpture, 4 May 2009, Lot 397 | Private Collection Literature: Gertrude Abercrombie, Karma, pg. 397 This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.
Wright
Oct. 01, 2024
Gertrude Abercrombie, Girl with Balloon
Est: $40,000 - $60,000
Gertrude Abercrombie Girl with Balloon 1951 oil on Masonite 7 h x 5 w in (18 x 13 cm) Signed and dated to lower right 'Abercrombie 51'. This work has been authenticated by Dr. Susan Weininger, professor emerita of art history at Roosevelt University, Chicago and leading scholar of Gertrude Abercrombie. Provenance: Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Chicago, Modern and Contemporary Art: Day 1, 15 May 2011, Lot 145 | Private Collection This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.
Wright