William James Aylward Paintings & Artwork for Sale | William James Aylward Art Value Price Guide

Oct. 14, 2023
Three William James Aylward Illustrations
Est: $200 - $400
Two pencil sketches done by William J. Aylward while in France in 1918, marked on the lower right "W.J. Aylward/ - Official U.S. War Artist/World War I/from his sketch book"; and a watercolor and charcoal illustration of a wounded man and a woman, marked on the lower right "Illustration - Scribners".
Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers
Sep. 12, 2023
William James Aylward (American, 1875-1956) painting "In Port", depicting sailing ships in port with a lighthouse in the background,...
Est: $600 - $1,200
William James Aylward (American, 1875-1956) painting "In Port", depicting sailing ships in port with a lighthouse in the background, likely the Hudson River, gouache on board, signed "W. J. Aylward", Salmagundi Club exhibition label on reverse, 7-1/2" x 9-1/2" sight, framed 14-1/2" x 16", very good condition
William Bunch Auctions & Appraisals
Jun. 09, 2022
WILLIAM JAMES AYLWARD (1875-1956) "Fulton's 'Claremont on the Hudson.'"
Est: $800 - $1,200
WILLIAM JAMES AYLWARD (1875-1956) "Fulton's 'Claremont on the Hudson.'" Comprehensive sketch, circa 1920. Gouache, watercolor, and charcoal on paper mounted to board. 292x452 mm; 11 1/2x17 3/4 inches, sheet, float-mounted to captioned mount Signed "Rough ok by W. J. Aylward" written at a later date. Matted and framed to 23x28 1/2 inches. Provenance: Illustration House; to auction, 1999; private collection.
Swann Auction Galleries
Mar. 12, 2022
ORIGINAL USA SS LINES ADVERTISING TRAVEL POSTER
Est: $100 - $150
An original vintage American colorful offset lithograph advertising poster for ocean liner S.S. United States and the United States Lines, Worlds Fastest and Most Modern Liner To And From All Europe, illustration by William James Aylward (American, 1875-1956). Circa 1958. William James Aylward was a war artist for the United States Army during World War I. He studied art at the Art Institute of Chicago, at the Art Students' League in New York City, and with several artists in Europe. Like some of the other future official World War I combat artists, he studied with the famous illustrator and teacher, Howard Pyle. Aylward began his professional career by writing and illustrating 18th century marine history for magazines such as Harper's and Scribner's. His artwork also appeared in illustrated editions of Jules Verne's Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea and Jack London's The Sea-Wolf. He combined his interest in the sea and his abilities as an illustrator to produce advertisements featuring nautical themes. In addition to his proficiency as an illustrator, Aylward was an award-winning artist and received a number of prestigious prizes. Vintage and Modern Posters, Illustrations, Graphic Art Prints, and Collectibles.
Antique Arena Inc
Nov. 14, 2021
Pair William J. Aylward Destroyers Watercolors
Est: $600 - $800
AYLWARD, William James, (American, 1975-1956): Pair of naval destroyers in crashing waves scenes, Watercolor/Gouache on Paper, both signed lower left, one titled "Rough Sketch". "Rough Sketch" sight size 7" x 6.5", framed 20" x 19.25". Second painting sight size 10" x 8", framed 22.5" x 20.5". Condition: Not examined out of frames.
Amero Auctions
Oct. 15, 2020
William James Aylward (1875-1958). MAJESTIC / WHITE STAR LINE. Circa 1932.
Est: $800 - $1,200
WILLIAM JAMES AYLWARD (1875-1958) MAJESTIC / WHITE STAR LINE. Circa 1932. 28 1/2x19 inches, 72 1/4x48 1/4 cm. O. De Rycker, Brussels. Condition B+: minor tears and abrasions at edges; stain in upper left corner; metal strips and top and bottom for hanging. Paper. The RMS Majestic was a White Star ocean liner working on the North Atlantic route, originally launched in 1914 as the Hamburg America Line SS Bismarck. She was the largest ship until the completion of the Normandie. Born in Milwaukee as the son of a shipbuilder, Aylward studied art in Chicago and New York, and was a student of Howard Pyle. He traveled through France and painted for several years, while pursuing a career as an illustrator. Best known as a nautical painter, Aylward became a war artist during WWI, and then returned to illustration. His works appeared in publications such as Harper's and Scribners, as well as illustrated editions of Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea. Weallans p. 81.
Swann Auction Galleries
May. 30, 2020
UNITED STATES LINES OCEAN LINER ADVERTISING PRINT 1930s
Est: $150 - $200
The advertising print for United States Lines, the ocean liner S.S. United States in ship's wheel frame with brass placards, illustrated by William James Aylward (1875-1956). Measures 30 x 30 inches. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell.
Dirk Soulis Auctions
May. 30, 2020
UNITED STATES LINES OCEAN LINER ADVERTISING PRINTS 1940
Est: $150 - $300
Two advertising prints for the United States Lines, ocean liners S.S. America and S.S. United States, both illustrated by William James Aylward (1875-1956), original frames. Each measures 23.25 x 32.5 inches. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell.
Dirk Soulis Auctions
May. 30, 2020
UNITED STATES LINES OCEAN LINER ADVERTISING POSTER
Est: $400 - $600
The colorful offset lithograph advertising poster for ocean liner S.S. United States and the United States Lines, illustration by William James Aylward (1875-1956) circa 1958. Measures 30.25 x 21.25 inches. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell.
Dirk Soulis Auctions
Sep. 14, 2019
WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American, 1875-1956)
Est: $200 - $300
WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American, 1875-1956), storefront, oil on panel, unsigned, artist estate label adhered to verso. Unframed, dirt and grime. Panel 12''h, 16''w. (Fine Art)
South Bay Auctions Inc
Aug. 23, 2019
WILLIAM JAMES AYLWARD (NY/WI, 1875-1956)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
WILLIAM JAMES AYLWARD (NY/WI, 1875-1956) "Gray Day, Monhegan", oil on masonite, signed lower left, titled on Salmagundi Club label verso, Newcomb-Macklin tagged fatigued frame, OS: 17" x 21", SS: 11 1/2" x 15 1/2". Good condition.
Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Jul. 20, 2019
William James Aylward (American, 1875 - 1956), watercolor, houses near water, signed lower right W J Aylward, inscribed lower right ...
Est: $100 - $300
William James Aylward (American, 1875 - 1956), watercolor, houses near water, signed lower right W J Aylward, inscribed lower right "To Samuel T. Shaw Esq." 8 1/2" x 11"
Nadeau's Auction Gallery
Jun. 09, 2019
William Aylward (American, 1875 - 1956)
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
William James Aylward ( New York, Wisconsin, 1875-1956) Schooner ship painting with a vessel in the distance. Signed lower right. Oil on Canvas. William James Aylward (1875-1956), master of seafaring art, was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where his father worked in a shipyard and as captain of a Great Lakes sailing vessel. "My love of the the water and of things pertaining to it began at an early age," Aylward wrote. After studying at the Art Institute of Chicago and the Art Students' League in New York, he studied at Howard Pyle's Wilmington, Delaware school of illustration. Sight Size: 21.5 x 39.5 in. Overall Size: 26.5 x 44.5 in.
Helmuth Stone
Feb. 10, 2019
WILLIAM JAMES AYLWARD (AMERICAN/NY/WI, 1875-1956)
Est: $800 - $1,600
WILLIAM JAMES AYLWARD (AMERICAN/NY/WI, 1875-1956) Oil on board street scene with people; signed lower left "W.J. Aylward CC 1924"; set under glass in wood frame by Jean Bohne, INC, NY ; Measures: 21"H x 17.5"W; Frame: 25"H x 22"W
Ascendant Auction Galleries
Dec. 14, 2017
WILLIAM JAMES AYLWARD. Anti-aircraft gunners in Pacific Battle.
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
WILLIAM JAMES AYLWARD. Anti-aircraft gunners in Pacific Battle. Oil on canvas. 686x504 mm; 27x19 3/4 inches. Signed in lower right image. Framed.
Swann Auction Galleries
Nov. 19, 2017
1927 PRESENTATION PRINT WITH (55) SIGNATURES OF ARTISTS
Est: $400 - $600
1927 PRESENTATION PRINT WITH (55) SIGNATURES OF ARTISTS American Impressionist Landscape by Samuel T. Shaw, inscribed to William McNair, dated 1927, with large lower margin bearing (55) autographs, including: George Elmer Browne (MA/CT, 1871-1946); Roy Brown (NY/NH, 1879-1956); John Edward Costigan (NY/RI, 188-1972); William James Aylward (NY/WI, 1875-1956); Ernest Leonard Blumenschein (NM/NY, 1874-1960); Gerald Leake (NY/FL, 1885-1975; Charles Shepard Chapman (NJ/NY, 1879-1962); Raymond H. Perry (NY/IL, 1876-1960); Walter Granville-Smith (NY/NJ, 1870-1938); Edward Henry Potthast (NY/OH, 1857-1927); Chas. Tyson Reynard (NY/NJ, 1887-1968); Warren Davis (NY, 1865-1928); Howard Hildebrandt (CT/NY, 1872-1958); William Jack Hayes, Jr. (NY, 1872-1934); Jean Jacques Pfister (CA/FL, 1878-1949); Bruce Crane (CT/NY, 1857-1937), many others, in a grey painted frame, under glass, OS: .21" x 21 1/4", SS: 18 3/4" x 19". Good condition.
Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Oct. 27, 2017
William Aylward Oil on Masonite, Tall Ship
Est: $600 - $900
William Aylward (American, 1875-1956). An oil on masonite panel depicting a tall ship at sea. Signed lower right. Frame opening: 11-1/4 in x 15-1/2 in.
Briggs Auction, Inc.
Sep. 16, 2017
WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American, 1875-1956)
Est: $200 - $300
WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American, 1875-1956), boats on a shore, oil on panel, unsigned, estate label to verso. Minor wear to edges, slight splitting of board at edges. Board 12''h, 16''w. (Fine Art)
South Bay Auctions Inc
Oct. 21, 2016
WILLIAM J AYLWARD (AMERICAN 1875-1956) OIL ON CANVAS SHIPS AT TWILIGHT, SIGNED LOWER LEFT, DATED 1907 AND INSCRIBED TO DR. ERNEST B....
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WILLIAM J AYLWARD (AMERICAN 1875-1956) OIL ON CANVAS SHIPS AT TWILIGHT, SIGNED LOWER LEFT, DATED 1907 AND INSCRIBED TO DR. ERNEST B. YOUNG AN ALUMIST FROM HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL AND PRACTICED IN BOSTON, HAS PARTIAL PAPER LABEL ON BACK, OVERALL SIZE 22" X 31"
Apple Tree Auction Center
Oct. 15, 2016
WILLIAM JAMES AYLWARD, New York/Wisconsin, 1875-1956, The United States., Oil on masonite, 39" x 57". Unframed.
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
WILLIAM JAMES AYLWARD New York/Wisconsin, 1875-1956 The United States. Signed lower right "W.J. Aylward". Oil on masonite, 39" x 57". Unframed.
Eldred's
Mar. 05, 2016
William Aylward painting "New England Harbor"
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Boats Docked in Harbor
Concept Art Gallery
Jan. 03, 2016
William J. Aylward, "SS Donald McKay", O/C
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
William James Aylward (American, 1875-1956), "SS Donald McKay", oil on canvas, signed lower right "W.J. Aylward". Marine painting depicitng a Type C2 cargo ship, designed by the United States Maritime Commission, ship's name on side of vessel reading "DONALD McKAY" for noted master shipbuilder Donald McKay (Canadian/American, 1810-1880), on a choppy sea. Framed approximately 18.25" x 26.25". Unframed approximately 17" x 25.125". Note: The SS Donald McKay like other cargo ships at the time were converted by the United States Navy for military service during World War II.
Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
Aug. 23, 2015
W.J. AYLWARD MARITIME ILLUSTRATION 1914
Est: $300 - $500
AYLWARD, William James, (American, 1875-1956): Maritime Illustration Depicting a Seaman Holding His Pipe in One Hand and Rudder in the Other Steering His Ship with Sailboat in the Background, Watercolor/Gouache, sight size 17 1/2'' x 12 1/4'', illegible dedication ''From W.J. Aylward June 25 '14'', barnwood style frame, 20 1/4'' x 15''.
Burchard Galleries Inc
Jul. 31, 2015
WILLIAM JAMES AYLWARD, American, 1875-1956, "Studding Sails"., Oil on board, 14" x 14". Framed 17.25" x 17.25".
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
WILLIAM JAMES AYLWARD American, 1875-1956 "Studding Sails". Signed lower left "To W.H. Greuby [sic] W.J. Aylward". Titled verso. Possibly presented to William Henry Grueby of Grueby Pottery. Estate of Ernest Rohdenburg III. Oil on board, 14" x 14". Framed 17.25" x 17.25".
Eldred's
Jun. 27, 2015
William James Aylward
Est: $300 - $500
William James Aylward (New York/Wisconsin, 1875-1956) HARFLEUR, 1920, watercolor, framed, signed & dated, sight H11 1/2" W6" Provenance: Estate of Marie Pappenheimer Platter
Charlton Hall
Feb. 07, 2015
WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American, 1875-1956)
Est: $75 - $150
WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American, 1875-1956), rocky coastline, oil on masonite, unsigned, bears estate label on verso. 13''h, 16''w. Unframed, some wear along edges.
South Bay Auctions Inc
Dec. 06, 2014
WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American 1875-1956)
Est: $100 - $200
WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American, 1875-1956), store front, oil on panel, unsigned, bears artist's estate label to verso. Provenance: Estate of the artist to present owner. 12''h, 16''w. Unframed, some minor wear to edges and corners.
South Bay Auctions Inc
Dec. 02, 2014
William James Aylward (American 1875 - 1956) oil on panel WWII PT Boat, "Night Battle", 20" x 30"
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
William James Aylward (American 1875 - 1956) oil on panel WWII PT Boat, "Night Battle", 20" x 30"
Bill Hood & Sons Arts & Antiques Auctions
May. 07, 2014
Early Print of a US Ship by WJ Aylward
Est: $100 - $200
Measures 25x19
Saco River Auction
Nov. 16, 2013
William James Aylward
Est: $400 - $600
New York, 1956)"Salt without Savor", with original tag from American Magazine "Number 4965/Issue Advance/Description Salt Without Savor", signed lower right "W. J. Aylward", charcoal on paper, 13-5/8 x 21-5/8 in.; reverse profile modern frame, light toning, not examined out of frame, a few points of foxing. Provenance: Estate of Ray & Kitty Ketcham
Brunk Auctions
Apr. 18, 2012
William James Aylward (1875-1956)
Est: £1,200 - £1,800
William James Aylward (1875-1956) MAJESTIC, WHITE STAR LINE lithograph in colours, c.1922, printed by O. De Rycker, Brussels, condition A-; backed on linen 29 x 19½in. (74 x 50cm.)
Christie's
Sep. 25, 2011
WILLIAM JAMES AYLWARD HARBOR PAINTING
Est: $500 - $800
AYLWARD, William James, (American, 1875-1958): Dockside Nautical Scene, Watercolor/Gouache on paper, sight size 8 1/4" x 16 3/4", signed and dedicated to Charles A Roberts lower left, framed, 15 1/4" x 24".
Burchard Galleries Inc
May. 04, 2011
WILLIAM JAMES AYLWARD (American, 1875-1956) New York Ha
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
WILLIAM JAMES AYLWARD (American, 1875-1956) New York Harbor Oil on board 20 x 29.5 in. Signed lower left From the Estate of Charles Martignette.
Heritage Auctions
Dec. 04, 2010
William James Aylward (1875-1956) Calendar
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William James Aylward (1875-1956) Calendar illustration, 1946-47; Navy battle ship sailing in celebration past Statue of Liberty.
Illustration House
May. 17, 2009
WILLIAM JAMES AYLWARD (AMERICAN NEW YORK
Est: $800 - $1,200
WILLIAM JAMES AYLWARD (AMERICAN NEW YORK 1875-1958), OIL ON CANVAS BOARD, UNITED STATES NAVAL CONVOY, SIGNED C.1940'S. 20 X 30"; FRAMED 26 X 34"
William J Jenack Auctioneers
Jan. 31, 2009
WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American 1875-1956), group of
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WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American 1875-1956), group of (2) paintings of women: nude in a blue inetrior, oil on board, 16"h, 14-1/4"w; and woman in a Spanish veil, oil on board, 16"h, 14"w; both unsigned with estate label to verso of Barry M. Mayer, Sr. 1894-1965; both unframed.
South Bay Auctions Inc
Jan. 31, 2009
WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American 1875-1956),group of
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WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American 1875-1956),group of (2) paintings: shore with small boat, oil on board, 13"h, 16"w; and rock formation, oil on board, 16-1/4"h, 13"w; both unsigned with artist's estate label to verso; unframed.
South Bay Auctions Inc
Jan. 31, 2009
WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American 1875-1956), house
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WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American 1875-1956), house with docked boat, oil on board, unsigned, bears artist's estate label to verso, 10"h, 14"w; unframed.
South Bay Auctions Inc
Jun. 21, 2008
WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American, 1875-1956),
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WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American, 1875-1956), collection of (5) watercolors of marine subjects, all monogrammed l/r, largest 17"h, 13"w; all unframed, largest with slight waving and a small tear to one side.
South Bay Auctions Inc
Jun. 21, 2008
WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American, 1875-1956),
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WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American, 1875-1956), collection of (8) pencil drawings of marine subjects, one bearing label from artist's estate, largest 11-1/2"h, 18"w, smallest 8-1/4"h, 10-1/4"w; all unframed with spots of foxing and some small tears to edges.
South Bay Auctions Inc
Apr. 05, 2008
WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American, 1875-1956), group of
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WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American, 1875-1956), group of (3) charcoal drawings, including: standing nude, dated "Oct 1 1940" l/l, bears estate label to verso; standing nude, unsigned; both 24-1/2"h, 18-3/4; and a study of a nude, unsigned, 15-3/4"h, 12"w; all unframed, two larger have wear and minor tears to edges, one with staining to edges as well; smaller appears to be in good condition.
South Bay Auctions Inc
Apr. 05, 2008
WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American, 1875-1956), seated
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WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American, 1875-1956), seated nude, oil on canvas, unsigned, bears estate label u/l, 32-3/4"h, 25-1/4"w; unstretched, unframed, minor craquelure.
South Bay Auctions Inc
Jan. 26, 2008
WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American, 1875-1956), boat
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WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American, 1875-1956), boat houses, oil on board, unsigned, bears estate label on verso, 12"h, 16"w; unframed, some with wear along edges.
South Bay Auctions Inc
Jan. 26, 2008
WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American, 1875-1956), harbor
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WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American, 1875-1956), harbor scene, oil on artist board, unsigned, bears estate label on verso, 13"h, 16-1/4"w; unframed, some small losses and spotting.
South Bay Auctions Inc
Jan. 26, 2008
WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American, 1875-1956), boat
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WILLIAM J. AYLWARD (American, 1875-1956), boat yard, oil on board, unsigned, bears estate label on verso, 12"h, 16"w; unframed, some mold/ spotting, minor wear along edges.
South Bay Auctions Inc
Jun. 26, 2005
AYLWARD, WILLIAM JAMES
Est: $600 - $900
Pencil on paper, Naval Battle with Galleons. Signed lower right. 16 x 21." (1875-1956). Tear upper right, foxing.
Stamford Auction