John N. Battenberg Paintings & Artwork for Sale | John N. Battenberg Art Value Price Guide

Sep. 29, 2024
John Nelson Battenberg (1931-2012) Bronze Sculpture, Ed. 3/9
Est: $400 - $600
John Nelson Battenberg (1931-2012) Bronze Sculpture, Ed. 3/9. Overall good condition. Signed on base. Approx. 14.5 in. H x 9 in. W x 8 in. D. Weight: 8.2 lbs. (Wine bottle not included.) The following is an exert from Kimberly Garrison, General Manager of Battenburg Studios, Phoenix Arizona, bio on the artist: John Nelson Battenberg was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in 1931. An artist named John Goray first influenced him when Battenberg was about 10 years old. Goray moved into Battenbergs neighborhood in Kenosha, WI from Chicago, IL. Goray became his mentor, introduced him to classical music, books, and art, and encouraged him in painting. After high school, John chose to study painting at the University of Wisconsin. The Korean War and a brief stint in the Marine Corps interrupted his studies. By 1953, he was back to continue his education, this time at St. Cloud State University in Minnesota. In 1955, he decided he wanted to use the remainder of his G.I. Bill in Europe. He found that the only government approved art school was the Ruskin School, Oxford University so he moved to England and remained at Oxford until 1957. John traveled extensively during that period and feels that his time abroad was a special time that helped to shape his views and philosophies. In 1960, he received an MFA in painting from Michigan State University and returned to England to continue work as a painter. A few short years later, he became an artist-in-residence at Western New Mexico University in Silver City NM. It was in Silver City that John began experimenting with sculpture. In 1963, John, his wife and son left New Mexico to head for the San Francisco Bay Area which became his home from that point on. He did graduate work at California College of Arts and Crafts in Oakland, CA. During the next two decades, he taught at San Jose State University, he lectured, and served as an artist-in-residence at colleges and universities worldwide. John became an innovator in establishing bronze casting on the West Coast of the United States in the late 1960s. In the 1970s, John influenced not only the establishment of bronze casting in the United States but also many young aspiring artists. In the mid 1980s, John left San Jose State and academia to pursue his career in sculpture full-time. Although he has experimented with a wide variety of sculpture, John is well known for his Pilot Series and his sculptures of North American Wildlife. Battenberg was fascinated by the concept and art of flight from a very young age. The pilots John created in the late 60s and early 70s were making more of a statement against war. These pilots, done in aluminum and bronze, are bodiless, nameless forgotten. Pieces of their uniforms are ripped and or torn symbolizing perhaps both the physical and mental torture and futility of war. His recent pilots although still bodiless are more of a tribute to pioneer aviators. They seem to capture the spirits of the young men and women who fought, flew and sometimes died developing flight, which John considers mankinds greatest achievement. When John decided to pursue his sculpture career full-time he started working on a new type of sculpture, which he has described as three-dimensional drawing. This type of sculpture took the form of various North American Wildlife. From wolves to bears, ravens and hawks, John has successfully captured the quintessence souls of these animals. There are many of these sculptures gracing universities, museums, public areas, private homes and business parks of North America and Europe today. John was honored with a distinguished alumni award from St. Cloud State University in October of 2000, receiving their Fine Arts and Humanities Leadership Award.
Hughes Auctions
Feb. 27, 2024
John Battenberg (1931-2012), "Spectre III," 1965
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
John Battenberg (1931-2012) "Spectre III," 1965 Cast aluminum Appears unmarked
John Moran Auctioneers
Apr. 06, 2023
John Nelson Battenberg Sculpture Helmet
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
John Nelson Battenberg (American, 1931-2012). Aviator's helmet, patinated bronze sculpture on plexiglass and wooden base. Signed and dated on the chin strap. With receipt from Krasner Gallery, Madison Avenue, New York, dated 1969. Sculpture 13"H, with base 18"H x 7 1/2"L x 9 3/4"W. Minor wear and losses to patina, scratches to Lucite on base.
Willow Auction House
Oct. 11, 2022
John Battenberg, American 1936-2013- Abstract dog, 1960;
Est: £200 - £300
John Battenberg, American 1936-2013- Abstract dog, 1960; oil on canvas, signed and dated lower right 'Battenberg '60', 89 x 110 cm (unframed) Please refer to department for condition report
Roseberys
Sep. 24, 2022
Signed John Battenberg Painting "Wolf and Crow" (2008)
Est: $900 - $1,350
John Nelson Battenberg (American, 1931-2012). "Wolf and Crow" oil on canvas, 2008. Signed and dated on lower right. John Nelson Battenberg's impressive "Wolf and Crow" is a compelling painting that demonstrates how the natural drama of wildlife greatly inspired this artist. The thrilling composition features a sizeable crow in flight above a scampering wolf. What's more, Battenberg's loose brushwork and eye for marrying the figurative with abstraction further ignite the scene, amplifying this excitement and raw energy on the canvas. A striking and quite sizeable painting set in a custom frame - perfect for any admirer of nature's wondrous creatures! Size: 36.25" L x 48" W (92.1 cm x 121.9 cm) Size of frame: 37.25" L x 49.2" W (94.6 cm x 125 cm) Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin John Nelson Battenberg was first influenced by the artist John Goray who came to Milwaukee from Chicago when Battenberg was only 10 years old. He later studded at the Ruskin School, Oxford University and received MFA degrees from Michigan State University and California School of Arts and Crafts. An accomplished sculptor and painter, Battenberg suffered a leg injury in 2007 which prevented him from sculpting for the rest of his days. This painting was finished the year following his injury. Battenberg's art has been collected by the Honolulu Museum of Art; the Krannert Art Museum at the University of Illinois in Champaign; the National Museum of Wildlife Art in Jackson Hole, Wyoming; the Oakland Museum of California; the San Diego Museum of Art; the Seattle Art Museum; the Syracuse University Art Collection; the Triton Museum of Art in Santa Clara, California; and Phoenix University in Phoenix, Arizona, among others. Provenance: ex-private Bishop Family Trust collection, the Trust of the late Bill Bishop, a noted antiquarian with shops in Scottsdale, Arizona and Allenspark, Colorado, USA, acquired before 2010 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #173130
Artemis Gallery
Jun. 06, 2022
JOHN NELSON BATTENBERG AMERICAN BISON BUST
Est: $200 - $300
JOHN NELSON BATTENBERG (American, 1931-2012), "The Rising of the Buffalo Men," side profile bust of an American bison, with pencil inscription that reads "I rise, I rise, I, whose horns are sharp & curved," a line of poetry taken from "The Osage Tribe: The Rite of Vigil" by Francis La Flesche, 1925, 30 x 22 inches, artist signed BATTENBERG in pencil and dated Aug. (19)87.
O'Gallerie
Apr. 02, 2022
John Nelson Battenberg (1931-2012) Pastel On Paper
Est: -
Titled: Gates Of Arcadia - Watchers. Pencil Signed On The Lower Right. The Middle Individual In The Image Is A Self-portrait Of The Artist. Measures Approximately 25.5in X 27.5in. Artwork Measures Approximately 15in X 17in. Tm4433 Jg
EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Apr. 17, 2021
John Battenberg African Gray I
Est: $500 - $1,000
John Battenberg (American, 1931-2012) African Gray I, 2011 Oil and layered resin on gilded panel Signed Battenberg ©, lower right Titled on tag, verso.
Larsen Art Auction
Nov. 15, 2020
Sculpture, John Nelson Battenberg
Est: $500 - $700
John Nelson Battenberg (American, 1931-2012), "Day Melon", 1982, cast bronze on metal tile, signed and dated lower right, titled lower left, edition 2/16, overall (with tile): 8.75"h x 8.75"w x 1.75"d
Clars Auctions
Dec. 16, 2019
John N. Battenberg (Milwaukee 1931 - Scottsdale 2012)
Est: €2,000 - €4,000
Queen Ann is dead Signed, titled, dated '82, numbered 2/7 and with foundry mark by the feet Bronze on steel construction. H. 72.8 cm
AAG Auctioneers
Sep. 19, 2019
John Battenberg (1931-2012), Painting, Coyote and Puma
Est: $100 - $250
Framed John Battenberg (1931-2012) watercolor on paper, "Coyote and Puma" study for the Shea Blvd improvement project (which he would be contributing a sculpture). Please note the maquette for the project is lot #. Signed and dated upper left, "Battenberg '92". Bears handwritten placard verso, "Proposal for Shea Blvd / Improvement Project / Scottsdale Cultural Council / Scottsdale, AZ." Dimensions: 17"h x 11"w; (overall) 24.62"h x 18"w. Processing and shipping within the continental U.S. $68.00 plus 1.5% replacement cost insurance.
Witherell's
Sep. 19, 2019
John Battenberg (1931-2012) Bronze and Steel, "Coyote and Puma" on Stand
Est: $1,000 - $2,500
John Battenberg (1931-2012) bronze "Coyote and Puma" on steel stand. 1992. Dimensions: 33"h overall. Was created as the maquette for the Shea Boulevard Improvement Project, Scottsdale, AZ. Exhibited "John Battenberg Sculpture" Solomon Dubnick Gallery, Sacramento, CA, 1993. Accompanied by receipt Solomon Dubnick Gallery, 1993. For shipping quote, please contact Box Brothers Sacramento at boxbrosacto@gmail.com.
Witherell's
Sep. 19, 2019
John Battenberg (1931-2012) "Mystical Bear" On Stand
Est: $1,000 - $2,500
John Battenberg (1931-2012) "Mystical Bear" bronze sculpture on aluminum base. Signed on aluminum base. Dimensions: (bear) 8"h x 13"l; (overall) 44"h. This is a maquette for the Golden Grizzly Bear at the Millbrae Cal Train Station, California (1992). Exhibited, "A Tribute to Crocker-Kingsley Artists", Solomon Dubnick Gallery, Sacramento, CA, 1992. Accompanied by original receipt, Solomon Dubnick Gallery, 1992. For shipping quote, please contact Box Brothers Sacramento at boxbrosacto@gmail.com.
Witherell's
Oct. 09, 2018
John Nelson Battenberg (attrib.), sculpture
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to John Nelson Battenberg (American, b. 1931), "Rudder Section", acrylic and mixed media, Lucite base, 28"h x 18"w x 6"d (incl. base)
Millea Bros Ltd
Aug. 12, 2018
Sculpture, John Nelson Battenberg
Est: $400 - $600
John Nelson Battenberg (American, 1931-2012), Untitled, 1987, bronze sculpture, signed and dated, overall: 10.25"h x 3.5"w x 3.5"d
Clars Auctions
Aug. 12, 2018
Sculpture, John Nelson Battenberg, Airscape
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
John Nelson Battenberg (American, 1931-2012), "Airscape," 1965, bronze sculpture, signed and dated lower left, overall: 48"h x 27"w x 12"d; Provenace: Triton Museum of Art (Santa Clara, CA)
Clars Auctions
Jun. 17, 2018
JOHN BATTENBERG LITHOGRAPH ON PAPER C. 1989
Est: $100 - $150
JOHN BATTENBERG (AMERICAN, 1931-2012), LITHOGRAPH ON PAPER, C. 1989, H 22", W 30" "POLE SITTER":Depicting a chicken hawk resting on a pole. Individually signed lower right, numbered '51/90' to center and titled lower left. Unframed. Arches paper.
DuMouchelles
Jun. 17, 2018
JOHN N. BATTENBERG CAST ALUMINUM & BRONZE
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
JOHN N. BATTENBERG (AMERICAN, 1931-2012), CAST ALUMINUM & BRONZE, H 20 1/2", W 60", D 30 1/2", UNTITLED:FROM THE ARTIST: "THE PLEASURE OF OBSERVING THE [FEMALE] MODELS IS MONOPOLIZED BY HIM, HOWEVER, SINCE THE SCULPTURES ARE ONLY OF THEIR BOOTS. THE DRAPED WORKS ARE ALSO ONLY OF CLOTHING; THE ANATOMY IS LEFT TO THE IMAGINATION."
DuMouchelles
Jun. 10, 2018
JOHN N. BATTENBERG (BORN 1931) NUDE TORSO AND SQUID COVERED DISH, 1987 RED EARTH
Est: $400 - $600
John N. Battenberg (born 1931) Nude torso and squid covered dish, 1987 Red earthenware ceramic Approx. 7 x 14 x 11 inches (17.78 x 35.56 x 27.94 cm) With incised signature, date and numbering: Battenburg 87 SFR 1/80 HID04901242017
Heritage Auctions
May. 20, 2018
JOHN BATTENBERG LITHOGRAPH ON PAPER C. 1989
Est: $100 - $150
JOHN BATTENBERG (AMERICAN, 1931-2012), LITHOGRAPH ON PAPER, C. 1989, H 22", W 30" "POLE SITTER":Depicting a chicken hawk resting on a pole. Individually signed lower right, numbered '51/90' to center and titled lower left. Unframed. Arches paper.
DuMouchelles
Apr. 15, 2018
JOHN N. BATTENBERG CAST ALUMINUM & BRONZE
Est: $6,000 - $9,000
JOHN N. BATTENBERG (AMERICAN, 1931-2012), CAST ALUMINUM & BRONZE, H 20 1/2", W 60", D 30 1/2", UNTITLEDFROM THE ARTIST: "THE PLEASURE OF OBSERVING THE [FEMALE] MODELS IS MONOPOLIZED BY HIM, HOWEVER, SINCE THE SCULPTURES ARE ONLY OF THEIR BOOTS. THE DRAPED WORKS ARE ALSO ONLY OF CLOTHING; THE ANATOMY IS LEFT TO THE IMAGINATION."
DuMouchelles
Nov. 19, 2017
JOHN BATTENBERG LITHOGRAPH ON PAPER C. 1989
Est: $250 - $350
JOHN BATTENBERG (AMERICAN, 1931-2012), LITHOGRAPH ON PAPER, C. 1989, H 22", W 30" "POLE SITTER":Depicting a chicken hawk resting on a pole. Individually signed lower right, numbered '51/90' to center and titled lower left. Unframed. Arches paper.
DuMouchelles
Nov. 19, 2017
JOHN N. BATTENBERG CAST ALUMINUM & BRONZE
Est: $6,000 - $9,000
JOHN N. BATTENBERG (AMERICAN, 1931-2012), CAST ALUMINUM & BRONZE, H 20 1/2", W 60", D 30 1/2", UNTITLED:From the artist: "The pleasure of observing the [female] models is monopolized by him, however, since the sculptures are only of their boots. The draped works are also only of clothing; the anatomy is left to the imagination."
DuMouchelles
Jul. 11, 2017
John Nelson Battenberg (American, 1931-2012) Crashed Airplane Bronze Cast
Est: $300 - $500
Signed on base, Battenberg.
Cottone Auctions
Jan. 14, 2017
Watercolor, John Nelson Battenberg
Est: $100 - $200
John Nelson Battenberg (American, 1931-2012), Soaring Hawk, 1989, watercolor on paper, signed and dated lower right, overall (with frame): 21.75"h x 24.75"w
Clars Auctions
Dec. 11, 2016
Watercolor, John Nelson Battenberg
Est: $250 - $450
John Nelson Battenberg (American, 1931-2012), Soaring Hawk, 1989, watercolor on paper, signed and dated lower right, overall (with frame): 21.75"h x 24.75"w
Clars Auctions
Nov. 12, 2016
Watercolor, John Nelson Battenberg
Est: $500 - $700
John Nelson Battenberg (American, 1931-2012), Soaring Hawk, 1989, watercolor on paper, signed and dated lower right, overall (with frame): 21.75"h x 24.75"w
Clars Auctions
Sep. 18, 2016
John Nelson Battenberg, sculpture
Est: $600 - $900
John Nelson Battenberg (American, 1931-2012), Sliding Hand, paper mache sculpture in plexiglass box, signed upper right verso, sculpture dimensions: 3"h x 8.5"w x 7.75"d, overall (with box): 7.5"h x 9.75"w x 12.75"d
Clars Auctions
Sep. 18, 2016
John Nelson Battenberg, sculpture
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
John Nelson Battenberg (American, 1931-2012), "Ace - Dawn Patrol," bronze and cloth sculpture, signed lower right base, overall: 47"h x 35"w x 24"d. Provenance: Deaccessioned from the Seattle Art Museum (Seattle, Washington)
Clars Auctions
Apr. 16, 2016
John Nelson Battenberg, mixed media sculpture
Est: $500 - $700
John Nelson Battenberg (American, b. 1931), "Rudder Section", acrylic and mixed media, Lucite base, 28"h x 18"w x 6"d (incl. base)
Millea Bros Ltd
Mar. 25, 2016
John N. Battenberg (1931-2012) Eagle Sculpture
Est: $800 - $1,200
Artist: John Nelson Battenberg (1931-2012); Title: Untitled; Medium: Painted metal sculpture; Signature: Near bottom; Sight Area Approximate Measurement: 15.625" x 11.125" x 4.875"; Approximate Weight: 8 lbs
J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC
Jun. 13, 2015
John Nelson Battenberg 4 etchings
Est: $100 - $200
John Nelson Battenberg (American 1931-2012)- ''Devil Dog I''; ''Wolf''; ''Wolf II'' and ''Wolf IV''- 4 etchings, 1990, all signed, titled and dated in pencil, very good condition, various sizes.
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Sep. 11, 2014
John N. Battenburg (1931-2012) "Dark Ellie"
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
A circa 1980 unframed monotype on paper by a listed American artist entitled "Dark Ellie" depicting a Koi fish with dark blue ground. Hand signed and dated lower right, titled lower left. Embossed watermark present bottom center. Impression area measures approximately 23.5" x 17.5", overall 30" x 25.25".
J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC
Sep. 11, 2014
John N. Battenburg (1931-2012) "Variation IV"
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
A circa 2009 unframed monotype on paper by a listed American artist entitled "Variation IV" depicting a pair of Koi fish with orange ground. Hand signed and dated lower right, titled lower left. Embossed watermark present bottom center. Impression area measures approximately 23.5" x 17.5", overall 30" x 25.25".
J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC
Sep. 11, 2014
John N. Battenburg (1931-2012) "4 Guys on Bottom"
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
A circa 1980 unframed monotype on paper by a listed American artist entitled "Four Guys on the Bottom" depicting a group of fish with blue ground and stylized seaweed. Hand signed and dated lower right, titled lower left. Embossed watermark present bottom center. Impression area measures approximately 17.5" x 23.5", overall 25.25" x 30".
J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC
Sep. 11, 2014
John N. Battenburg (1931-2012) "The Bunch"
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
A circa 1980 unframed monotype on paper by a listed American artist entitled "The Bunch" depicting a group of fish with blue ground. Hand signed and dated lower right, titled lower left. Embossed watermark present bottom center. Impression area measures approximately 17.5" x 23.5", overall 25.25" x 30".
J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC
Sep. 11, 2014
John N. Battenburg (1931-2012) "Koi Group I"
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
A circa 2009 unframed monotype on paper by a listed American artist entitled "Koi Group I" depicting a group of fish with white ground. Hand signed and dated lower right, titled lower left. Embossed watermark present bottom center. Impression area measures approximately 23.5" x 17.5", overall 30" x 25.25".
J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC
Sep. 11, 2014
John N. Battenburg (1931-2012) "Ellie on Dive #2"
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
A circa 2008 unframed monotype on paper by a listed American artist entitled "Ellie on Dive #2" depicting a Koi fish. Hand signed and dated lower right, titled lower left. Embossed watermark present bottom center. Impression area measures approximately 23.5" x 17.5", overall 30" x 25.25".
J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC
Sep. 11, 2014
John N. Battenburg (1931-2012) "Guys & Girls"
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
A circa 2008 unframed monotype on paper by a listed American artist entitled "Guys & Girls" depicting Koi fish. Hand signed and dated lower right, titled lower left. Embossed watermark present bottom center. Impression area measures approximately 17.5" x 23.5", overall 22.25" x 30".
J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC
Sep. 11, 2014
John N. Battenburg (1931-2012) "Pole Sitter"
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
A circa 1985 unframed limited edition lithograph on paper by a listed American artist entitled "Pole Sitter" depicting a chicken hawk on a post. Hand signed and dated lower right, titled lower left, and numbered 14/90 at center. Measures approximately 22.75" x 30".
J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC
Aug. 28, 2014
John N. Battenberg (1931-2012) "Head" Bronze
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
A circa 1976 bronze sculpture on brushed brass base depicting the face of a blindfolded individual wearing a ball gag mask by a listed artist (American, 1931-2012). Signed and dated bottom front. Inscribed on verso, "Mold and Cast by M. Gorenius 1976". Measures approximately 12" x 6" x 6.5" and weighs 7.5 lbs.
J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC
Jan. 23, 2014
* John N. Battenberg, (American, b. 1931), Memorabilia I, 1964
Est: $400 - $600
John N. Battenberg (American, b. 1931) Memorabilia I, 1964 aluminum, bronze and formica Height 21 inches.
Hindman
Sep. 25, 2013
* John N. Battenberg, (American, b. 1931), Memorabilia I, 1964
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
John N. Battenberg (American, b. 1931) Memorabilia I, 1964 aluminum, bronze and formica Height: 21 inches.
Hindman
Jun. 26, 2013
John N. Battenberg (geb. 1931), bronzen sculptuur, 1975;
Est: €400 - €600
John N. Battenberg (geb. 1931), bronzen sculptuur, 1975; gesign. Battenberg en gedateerd '75. [1] h. 26 cm. Gekocht direct van kunstenaar in 1975
De Zwaan
Jun. 30, 2009
John N. Battenberg (AMERICAN, b. 1931)
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
John N. Battenberg (AMERICAN, b. 1931) Phoenix bronze with gold patina and red paint 17½ x 8½ x 4¾ in. (44.5 x 21.6 x 12.1 cm.), including base Executed in 1965.
Christie's
Jan. 13, 2009
John N. Battenberg (AMERICAN, b. 1931)
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
John N. Battenberg (AMERICAN, b. 1931) Phoenix bronze with gold patina and red paint 17½ x 8½ x 4¾ in. (44.5 x 21.6 x 12.1 cm.), including base Executed in 1965.
Christie's