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b. 1867 - d. 1952

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  • HARRY G. AITKEN (1887-1952) OIL ON PANEL (TWO WORKS)
    Apr. 13, 2024

    HARRY G. AITKEN (1887-1952) OIL ON PANEL (TWO WORKS)

    Est: $300 - $500

    Harry G. Aitken (1867-1952) Second quarter of the 20th Century. The two landscapes with trees near water are each signed by the artist lower front corners and displayed in American impressionist style frames with carved decoration. Board measures 5 x 7 with a framed size of 12.5 x 14.5 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.

    Dirk Soulis Auctions
  • HARRY G. AITKEN (New Jersey, 1867-1952), "A Quiet Stream #2"., Oil on canvas, 20" x 25". Framed 25" x 30".
    Apr. 20, 2023

    HARRY G. AITKEN (New Jersey, 1867-1952), "A Quiet Stream #2"., Oil on canvas, 20" x 25". Framed 25" x 30".

    Est: $400 - $600

    HARRY G. AITKEN New Jersey, 1867-1952 "A Quiet Stream #2". Signed lower left "H.G. Aitken". Titled verso.

    Eldred's
  • Harry Aitken (NJ,1867-1952) oil painting
    Jan. 02, 2023

    Harry Aitken (NJ,1867-1952) oil painting

    Est: $320 - $425

    ARTIST: Harry G Aitken (New Jersey, 1867 - 1952) NAME: Landscape - Misty Day in the Catskills (titled on verso) MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. Normal wear along edges. No visible inpaint under UV light. SIGHT SIZE: 8 x 10 inches / 20 x 25 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed (In-House framing available) SIGNATURE: lower right and on verso CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 119545 US Shipping $42 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Harry G. Aitken, a designer and head of the decorating department for the Onondaga Pottery Company (now Syracuse China), spent 44 years there prior to his retirement in 1946. At that time he was supervising the largest china decorating force in the U.S. Due to his congenial nature and his willingness to share his time and knowledge of art by giving free lessons, he was affectionately known as "Pop" throughout the factory.Born in Trenton, New Jersey, July 12, 1867, he was the son of Charles and Abbie (Lake) Aitken. Upon completion of his high school studies, Aitken spent five years learning pottery art under Walter S. Lenox. He was then employed by Trenton China, Crescent Pottery, and finally Trenton Pottery, before leaving that city for employment with Onondaga Pottery in Syracuse, New York. His numerous designs were well received - particularly his "Nature Study Series" - and some are still produced today.Aitken also continued with his artistic studies, taking time for lessons with John F. Carlson in Woodstock, New York, and also with H. Leigh-Ross and Lester Stevens in Rockport, Massachusetts. Besides exhibiting his oils and watercolors at the Syracuse Museum of Art, he also entered work in shows in New York, Philadelphia, Boston and Woodstock. In addition, he was known on the local art scene, becoming a member of the Printmakers Club and also the Associated Artists of Syracuse. Valuing his leisure time, the artist was noted as an avid fisherman and a "darn good baseball player."After a short illness, Harry G. Aitken died at his home in Syracuse, New York on June 7, 1952. He was buried in Trenton, New Jersey.Written and submitted April 2004 by Edward Bentley, art collector and researcher, Lansing, Michigan.Sources include the artists's obituary, Syracuse Pottery in New York, and Trenton public library article on "former people of Trenton" that commented on his early life and work there.

    Broward Auction Gallery LLC
  • HARRY AITKEN (NEW JERSEY, 1867-1952) LANDSCAPE
    Nov. 19, 2022

    HARRY AITKEN (NEW JERSEY, 1867-1952) LANDSCAPE

    Est: $200 - $300

    HARRY AITKEN (NEW JERSEY, 1867-1952) LANDSCAPE, oil on canvas, titled "OCTOBER IN THE CATSKILLS", signed lower left "HG AITKEN". Housed in a gilt frame.

    Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates
  • Harry Aitken (NJ,1867-1952) oil painting
    Oct. 09, 2022

    Harry Aitken (NJ,1867-1952) oil painting

    Est: $360 - $450

    ARTIST: Harry G Aitken (New Jersey, 1867 - 1952) NAME: Landscape - Misty Day in the Catskills (titled on verso) MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. Normal wear along edges. No visible inpaint under UV light. SIGHT SIZE: 8 x 10 inches / 20 x 25 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed (In-House framing available) SIGNATURE: lower right and on verso CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 119545 US Shipping $42 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Harry G. Aitken, a designer and head of the decorating department for the Onondaga Pottery Company (now Syracuse China), spent 44 years there prior to his retirement in 1946. At that time he was supervising the largest china decorating force in the U.S. Due to his congenial nature and his willingness to share his time and knowledge of art by giving free lessons, he was affectionately known as "Pop" throughout the factory.Born in Trenton, New Jersey, July 12, 1867, he was the son of Charles and Abbie (Lake) Aitken. Upon completion of his high school studies, Aitken spent five years learning pottery art under Walter S. Lenox. He was then employed by Trenton China, Crescent Pottery, and finally Trenton Pottery, before leaving that city for employment with Onondaga Pottery in Syracuse, New York. His numerous designs were well received - particularly his "Nature Study Series" - and some are still produced today.Aitken also continued with his artistic studies, taking time for lessons with John F. Carlson in Woodstock, New York, and also with H. Leigh-Ross and Lester Stevens in Rockport, Massachusetts. Besides exhibiting his oils and watercolors at the Syracuse Museum of Art, he also entered work in shows in New York, Philadelphia, Boston and Woodstock. In addition, he was known on the local art scene, becoming a member of the Printmakers Club and also the Associated Artists of Syracuse. Valuing his leisure time, the artist was noted as an avid fisherman and a "darn good baseball player."After a short illness, Harry G. Aitken died at his home in Syracuse, New York on June 7, 1952. He was buried in Trenton, New Jersey.Written and submitted April 2004 by Edward Bentley, art collector and researcher, Lansing, Michigan.Sources include the artists's obituary, Syracuse Pottery in New York, and Trenton public library article on "former people of Trenton" that commented on his early life and work there.

    Broward Auction Gallery LLC
  • Harry Aitken (NJ,1867-1952) oil painting
    Jul. 03, 2022

    Harry Aitken (NJ,1867-1952) oil painting

    Est: $380 - $475

    ARTIST: Harry G Aitken (New Jersey, 1867 - 1952) NAME: Landscape - Misty Day in the Catskills (titled on verso) MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. Normal wear along edges. No visible inpaint under UV light. SIGHT SIZE: 8 x 10 inches / 20 x 25 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed (In-House framing available) SIGNATURE: lower right and on verso CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 119545 US Shipping $42 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Harry G. Aitken, a designer and head of the decorating department for the Onondaga Pottery Company (now Syracuse China), spent 44 years there prior to his retirement in 1946. At that time he was supervising the largest china decorating force in the U.S. Due to his congenial nature and his willingness to share his time and knowledge of art by giving free lessons, he was affectionately known as "Pop" throughout the factory.Born in Trenton, New Jersey, July 12, 1867, he was the son of Charles and Abbie (Lake) Aitken. Upon completion of his high school studies, Aitken spent five years learning pottery art under Walter S. Lenox. He was then employed by Trenton China, Crescent Pottery, and finally Trenton Pottery, before leaving that city for employment with Onondaga Pottery in Syracuse, New York. His numerous designs were well received - particularly his "Nature Study Series" - and some are still produced today.Aitken also continued with his artistic studies, taking time for lessons with John F. Carlson in Woodstock, New York, and also with H. Leigh-Ross and Lester Stevens in Rockport, Massachusetts. Besides exhibiting his oils and watercolors at the Syracuse Museum of Art, he also entered work in shows in New York, Philadelphia, Boston and Woodstock. In addition, he was known on the local art scene, becoming a member of the Printmakers Club and also the Associated Artists of Syracuse. Valuing his leisure time, the artist was noted as an avid fisherman and a "darn good baseball player."After a short illness, Harry G. Aitken died at his home in Syracuse, New York on June 7, 1952. He was buried in Trenton, New Jersey.Written and submitted April 2004 by Edward Bentley, art collector and researcher, Lansing, Michigan.Sources include the artists's obituary, Syracuse Pottery in New York, and Trenton public library article on "former people of Trenton" that commented on his early life and work there.

    Broward Auction Gallery LLC
  • Harry Aitken (NJ,1867-1952) oil painting
    Apr. 17, 2022

    Harry Aitken (NJ,1867-1952) oil painting

    Est: $380 - $475

    ARTIST: Harry G Aitken (New Jersey, 1867 - 1952) NAME: Landscape - Misty Day in the Catskills (titled on verso) MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. Normal wear along edges. No visible inpaint under UV light. SIGHT SIZE: 8 x 10 inches / 20 x 25 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed SIGNATURE: lower right and on verso CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 119545 US Shipping $42 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Harry G. Aitken, a designer and head of the decorating department for the Onondaga Pottery Company (now Syracuse China), spent 44 years there prior to his retirement in 1946. At that time he was supervising the largest china decorating force in the U.S. Due to his congenial nature and his willingness to share his time and knowledge of art by giving free lessons, he was affectionately known as "Pop" throughout the factory.Born in Trenton, New Jersey, July 12, 1867, he was the son of Charles and Abbie (Lake) Aitken. Upon completion of his high school studies, Aitken spent five years learning pottery art under Walter S. Lenox. He was then employed by Trenton China, Crescent Pottery, and finally Trenton Pottery, before leaving that city for employment with Onondaga Pottery in Syracuse, New York. His numerous designs were well received - particularly his "Nature Study Series" - and some are still produced today.Aitken also continued with his artistic studies, taking time for lessons with John F. Carlson in Woodstock, New York, and also with H. Leigh-Ross and Lester Stevens in Rockport, Massachusetts. Besides exhibiting his oils and watercolors at the Syracuse Museum of Art, he also entered work in shows in New York, Philadelphia, Boston and Woodstock. In addition, he was known on the local art scene, becoming a member of the Printmakers Club and also the Associated Artists of Syracuse. Valuing his leisure time, the artist was noted as an avid fisherman and a "darn good baseball player."After a short illness, Harry G. Aitken died at his home in Syracuse, New York on June 7, 1952. He was buried in Trenton, New Jersey.Written and submitted April 2004 by Edward Bentley, art collector and researcher, Lansing, Michigan.Sources include the artists's obituary, Syracuse Pottery in New York, and Trenton public library article on "former people of Trenton" that commented on his early life and work there.

    Broward Auction Gallery LLC
  • Harry Aitken (NJ,1867-1952) oil painting
    Jan. 02, 2022

    Harry Aitken (NJ,1867-1952) oil painting

    Est: $380 - $475

    ARTIST: Harry G Aitken (New Jersey, 1867 - 1952) NAME: Landscape - Misty Day in the Catskills (titled on verso) MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. Normal wear along edges. No visible inpaint under UV light. SIGHT SIZE: 8 x 10 inches / 20 x 25 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed SIGNATURE: lower right and on verso CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 119545 US Shipping $42 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Harry G. Aitken, a designer and head of the decorating department for the Onondaga Pottery Company (now Syracuse China), spent 44 years there prior to his retirement in 1946. At that time he was supervising the largest china decorating force in the U.S. Due to his congenial nature and his willingness to share his time and knowledge of art by giving free lessons, he was affectionately known as "Pop" throughout the factory.Born in Trenton, New Jersey, July 12, 1867, he was the son of Charles and Abbie (Lake) Aitken. Upon completion of his high school studies, Aitken spent five years learning pottery art under Walter S. Lenox. He was then employed by Trenton China, Crescent Pottery, and finally Trenton Pottery, before leaving that city for employment with Onondaga Pottery in Syracuse, New York. His numerous designs were well received - particularly his "Nature Study Series" - and some are still produced today.Aitken also continued with his artistic studies, taking time for lessons with John F. Carlson in Woodstock, New York, and also with H. Leigh-Ross and Lester Stevens in Rockport, Massachusetts. Besides exhibiting his oils and watercolors at the Syracuse Museum of Art, he also entered work in shows in New York, Philadelphia, Boston and Woodstock. In addition, he was known on the local art scene, becoming a member of the Printmakers Club and also the Associated Artists of Syracuse. Valuing his leisure time, the artist was noted as an avid fisherman and a "darn good baseball player."After a short illness, Harry G. Aitken died at his home in Syracuse, New York on June 7, 1952. He was buried in Trenton, New Jersey.Written and submitted April 2004 by Edward Bentley, art collector and researcher, Lansing, Michigan.Sources include the artists's obituary, Syracuse Pottery in New York, and Trenton public library article on "former people of Trenton" that commented on his early life and work there.

    Broward Auction Gallery LLC
  • Two HG Aitken Oil Paintings on Artist Board
    Nov. 27, 2015

    Two HG Aitken Oil Paintings on Artist Board

    Est: -

    Two landscape oil paintings on artist board signed "H.G.Aitken " ( Syracuse China artist notable for his Nature Study paintings )Each Measures 12" long and 5 1/2" wide. Minor losses to gesso. Gilt gesso over wood frame.

    Terri Peters & Associates
  • Harry Aitken (NJ, 1867-1952), "October in the..."
    May. 17, 2014

    Harry Aitken (NJ, 1867-1952), "October in the..."

    Est: $100 - $10,000

    Harry Aitken (NJ, 1867-1952), "October in the..." "...Catskills," oil on canvas, signed "H. G. Aitken" at lower left, retaining an original typed label on the verso and a hotel supply label dated "6/29/38," presented in the likely original frame. SS 7.75 x 9.75 in.; DOA 9.75 x 11.75 in. The Estate Collection of Dr. & Mrs. R. Lewis Wright, Richmond, VA No apparent condition concerns.

    Leland Little Auctions
  • Harry G. Aitken (American, 1862-1952)
    Mar. 21, 2013

    Harry G. Aitken (American, 1862-1952)

    Est: $400 - $600

    "Lone Pine in the North Woods Adirondaks". Oil on canvasboard, signed at the lower left, inscribed and with paper label verso, frame in a vintage frame with gold tone paint, overall 18-1/2" x 14-1/2". View on AspireAuctions.com"

    Aspire Auctions Fine Art & Antiques
  • Attributed to Harry G. Aitken (American, 1867-1952) Autumnal Landscape. Signed "AITKEN" l.r. Oil on canvasboard, framed, sight size 5 3
    Jan. 20, 2011

    Attributed to Harry G. Aitken (American, 1867-1952) Autumnal Landscape. Signed "AITKEN" l.r. Oil on canvasboard, framed, sight size 5 3

    Est: $200 - $250

    Attributed to Harry G. Aitken (American, 1867-1952) Autumnal Landscape. Signed "AITKEN" l.r. Oil on canvasboard, framed, sight size 5 3/4 x 7 3/4 in. Condition: Surface grime, abrasions.

    Skinner
  • Harry G. Aitken (American, 1867-1952), four
    Nov. 22, 2009

    Harry G. Aitken (American, 1867-1952), four

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Harry G. Aitken (American, 1867-1952), four paintings including "Green-Winged Macaw", "Blue and Gold Macaw", "Scarlet Macaw", and "Red-Bellied Macaw", all oils on canvas, all signed "H.G. Aiken" lower left, all 18 in. x 9 in., all framed alike.

    Neal Auction Company
  • Harry G. Aitken (American, 1867-1952) Winter Landscape Signed "AITKEN" l.l. Oil on...
    May. 15, 2009

    Harry G. Aitken (American, 1867-1952) Winter Landscape Signed "AITKEN" l.l. Oil on...

    Est: $400 - $600

    Harry G. Aitken (American, 1867-1952) Winter Landscape Signed "AITKEN" l.l. Oil on board, 8 x 6 in. (20.3 x 15.2 cm), framed. Condition: Surface grime.

    Skinner
  • Harry G. Aitken
    Feb. 03, 2007

    Harry G. Aitken

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    Harry G. Aitken New Jersey (1867-1952) OCTOBER HILLSIDES oil on board, framed, signed: lower left, bearing labels: verso H14" W16" *Artist biography: Harry G. Aitken, a designer and head of the decorating department for the Onondaga Pottery Company (now Syracuse China), spent forty-four years there prior to his retirement in 1946. At that time he was supervising the largest china-decorating force in the U.S. Due to his congenial nature and his willingness to share his time and knowledge of art by giving free lessons, he was affectionately known as "Pop" throughout the factory. Born in Trenton, New Jersey, July 12, 1867, he was the son of Charles and Abbie (Lake) Aitken. Upon completion of his high school studies, Aitken spent five years learning pottery art under Walter S. Lenox. He was then employed by Trenton China, Crescent Pottery, and finally Trenton Pottery, before leaving that city for employment with Onondaga Pottery in Syracuse, New York. His numerous designs were well received - particularly his "Nature Study Series" - and some are still produced today. Aitken also continued with his artistic studies, taking time for lessons with John F. Carlson in Woodstock, New York, and also with H. Leigh-Ross and Lester Stevens in Rockport, Massachusetts. Besides exhibiting his oils and watercolors at the Syracuse Museum of Art, he also entered work in shows in New York, Philadelphia, Boston and Woodstock. In addition, he was known on the local art scene, becoming a member of the Printmakers Club and also the Associated Artists of Syracuse. Valuing his leisure time, the artist was noted as an avid fisherman and a "darn good baseball player." After a short illness, Harry G. Aitken died at his home in Syracuse, New York on June 7, 1952. He was buried in Trenton, New Jersey.

    Charlton Hall
  • HARRY G. AITKEN (American, 1867-1952) "LATE AFTERNOON SUNLIGHT"
    Jan. 26, 2005

    HARRY G. AITKEN (American, 1867-1952) "LATE AFTERNOON SUNLIGHT"

    Est: $400 - $800

    Oil on canvas scene in pastel colors shows checkered hillside with cultivated fields, sloping to light blue body of water. Large trees line fields. Signed lower left "H.G. Aitken 41". Attached to back stretcher is an annual exhibit label from the Syracuse Museum of Art with title and artist. Aitken was a designer and head of the Decorating Department for the Onondaga Pottery Company (now Syracuse China). He studied with John Carlson, H. Lee Ross and William Lester Stevens. Housed in a good molded wood gold frame.

    James D. Julia
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