Fred Becker Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Fred Becker Art Value Price Guide

Oct. 19, 2024
FRED BECKER (UNITED STATES 1913-2004) "THE CAGE" 1946, COLOR ENGRAVING, SIGNED, NUMBERED 2/40
Est: $1,500 - $3,000
Sight height 8 in, width 6 in, Frame height 13.75 in, width 11.5 in. Color soft-ground etching, engraving, and drypoint on cream wove paper by one of America's preeminent printmakers. Signed, titled "The Cage," and numbered in pencil.
Woodard Lipe
Jun. 07, 2024
Fred Becker, The Animals, c. 1962, Etching.
Est: $200 - $400
Becker, Fred (American, b.1913). The Animals. Circa 1962. Etching. Signed, titled, and editioned in pencil. Trial proof 1/1. Plate" 23 1/4" x 17 1/2". Sheet: 29" x 23 1/4".Heaving toning. Some residue.
Quinn's Auction Galleries
Apr. 27, 2024
FRED BECKER (AMERICAN 1913-2004)
Est: $600 - $800
FRED BECKER (AMERICAN 1913-2004) Guitar Player, 1935-1942 engraving on paper 32 x 25 cm (12 5/8 x 9 7/8 in.) [sheet] unframed signed and titled along the lower edge, initialed in plate, stamped Federal Art Project NYC WPA LOT NOTES Allocated by the U.S. Government New Deal Art Program Similar item is listed at the Fine Arts Collection Website of U.S. General Services Administration
Shapiro Auctions LLC
Apr. 20, 2024
Frederick Becker California Mountains, c. 1930
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Frederick Becker (American, 1913-2004) California Mountains, c. 1930 Oil on canvas Signed Frederick W. Becker, lower right 46 written, verso.
Larsen Art Auction
Jan. 16, 2024
Fred Becker (American 1913-2004) Lindy Hop, wood engraving, 1937 signed and titled in pencil (NC895) Provenance: Matthew S. Marks Co, Ltd., New York Acquired from the above by the present owner
Est: $300 - $500
Fred Becker (American 1913-2004) Lindy Hop, wood engraving, 1937 signed and titled in pencil (NC895) Provenance: Matthew S. Marks Co, Ltd., New York Acquired from the above by the present owner
Bill Hood & Sons Arts & Antiques Auctions
Sep. 13, 2023
Fred Becker "Insectivore" Etching 1950
Est: $600 - $1,200
Fred Becker (American, 1913-2004). Etching on paper titled "Insectivore" depicting abstract forms of bugs, 1950. Pencil signed and dated along the lower right; titled along the lower left.
Revere Auctions
Jun. 10, 2023
Fred G. Becker, Massachusetts, Missouri, New York (1913-2004), Untitled, wood engraving, ed. 31/50
Est: $500 - $800
Fred G. Becker Massachusetts, Missouri, New York, (1913-2004) Untitled wood engraving, ed. 31/50 signed and numbered in pencil, framed.
Link Auction Galleries
Jun. 09, 2023
FRED BECKER, THE ANIMALS, C. 1962, ETCHING.
Est: $400 - $600
Becker, Fred (American b.1913). The Animals. Circa 1962. Etching. Signed, titled, and editioned in pencil. Trial proof 1/1. Plate" 23 1/4" x 17 1/2". Sheet: 29" x 23 1/4". Condition: Heaving toning. Some residue.
Quinn's Auction Galleries
Jun. 03, 2023
FRED WILLIAM BECKER CARMEL CALIFORNIA PAINTING
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Oil on board. Title is Mid Point Carmel Bay California #7 1960. 9" by 12" unframed, 14" by 17" framed. Fred William Becker (1888 - 1974) was active/lived in New York, Oklahoma. Fred Becker is known for Landscape, mural and portrait painting, teaching. Frederick William Becker was born in Vermillion, SD on March 24, 1888. He studied with Hugh Breckenridge and Daniel Garber at The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, at the School of Art & Design, the Art Students League in Los Angeles, and the Macky School in San Francisco. He lived in New York City, Oklahoma City, Taos, and southern California in Palm Springs and Cathedral City. An itinerant artist, Becker traveled widely, and was active in California from the 1920s until his death in Cathedral City on April 12, 1974. Member: Laguna Beach Art Association; Society of Texas Artists; Oklahoma Art League; Southern States Art League; Desert Art Center. Exhibitions: San Francisco Art Association, 1914 Kansas City Art Institute, 1917 (bronze medal), 1932 (gold medal) University of Oklahoma, 1918 (medal) Art Studio Shop (Hollywood), 1934 Tuesday Afternoon Club (Glendale), 1953 Desert Art Center (Palm Springs), 196
Davis Brothers Auction
Apr. 01, 2023
FRED WILLIAM BECKER CARMEL CALIFORNIA PAINTING
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Oil on board. Title is Mid Point Carmel Bay California #7 1960. 9" by 12" unframed, 14" by 17" framed. Fred William Becker (1888 - 1974) was active/lived in New York, Oklahoma. Fred Becker is known for Landscape, mural and portrait painting, teaching. Frederick William Becker was born in Vermillion, SD on March 24, 1888. He studied with Hugh Breckenridge and Daniel Garber at The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, at the School of Art & Design, the Art Students League in Los Angeles, and the Macky School in San Francisco. He lived in New York City, Oklahoma City, Taos, and southern California in Palm Springs and Cathedral City. An itinerant artist, Becker traveled widely, and was active in California from the 1920s until his death in Cathedral City on April 12, 1974. Member: Laguna Beach Art Association; Society of Texas Artists; Oklahoma Art League; Southern States Art League; Desert Art Center. Exhibitions: San Francisco Art Association, 1914 Kansas City Art Institute, 1917 (bronze medal), 1932 (gold medal) University of Oklahoma, 1918 (medal) Art Studio Shop (Hollywood), 1934 Tuesday Afternoon Club (Glendale), 1953 Desert Art Center (Palm Springs), 196
Davis Brothers Auction
Dec. 05, 2022
Fred Becker (1913-2004) Sailing, circa 1935 Woodcut on paper 10-1/2 x 13-7/8 inc
Est: $500 - $700
Fred Becker (1913-2004) Sailing, circa 1935 Woodcut on paper 10-1/2 x 13-7/8 inches (26.7 x 35.2 cm) (sheet) Signed and titled in pencil along lower edge HID01801242017
Heritage Auctions
Jun. 25, 2022
Fred Becker, American (1913-2004), Trapeze, 1948, color etching, ed. 2/15
Est: $800 - $1,200
Fred Becker American, (1913-2004) Trapeze, 1948 color etching, ed. 2/15 signed, dated, titled, and numbered in pencil, framed. Becker was a teacher, mentor, coworker, and lifelong friend of John Wehmer.
Link Auction Galleries
Jun. 25, 2022
Fred Becker, American (1913-2004), The Cage, 1946, four plate color engraving, artist's proof
Est: $800 - $1,200
Fred Becker American, (1913-2004) The Cage, 1946 four plate color engraving, artist's proof signed, dated and titled in pencil, framed. Becker was a teacher, mentor, coworker, and lifelong friend of John Wehmer.
Link Auction Galleries
Sep. 25, 2021
2 Fred Becker wood engravings
Est: $600 - $900
Fred Becker (1913-2004) "John Henrys Death''; ''John Henrys Funeral''- 2 wood engravings, 1938, both signed and titled in pencil, both stamped 'Federal Art Project / NYC WPA', stains from old glue and hinges in the margins, 'Funeral' has hard diagonal crease in paper through the image. 6 x 4'' ea.
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Sep. 25, 2021
Fred Becker wood engraving
Est: $300 - $500
Fred Becker (1913-2004) "Beale Street Blues''- wood engraving, 1938, signed and titled in pencil, edition of about 25, done for WPA/FAP NYC. 7 7/8 x 5 7/8''
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Sep. 25, 2021
Fred Becker wood engraving
Est: $300 - $500
Fred Becker (1913-2004) "Drummer''- wood engraving, ca. 1937, signed and titled in pencil, edition of about 25, done for WPA/FAP NYC. 8 x 6''
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Mar. 20, 2021
Fred Becker wood engraving
Est: $300 - $500
Fred Becker (American 1913-2004)- ''John Henry's Funeral''- wood engraving, 1935-40, signed and titled in pencil, stamped 'Federal Art Project/ WPA NYC' verso, some paper loss in 3 corners well away from mage, minor handling creases throughout otherwise good condition. 6 x 4''
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Mar. 20, 2021
Fred Becker wood engraving
Est: $300 - $500
Fred Becker (American 1913-2004)- ''Dancing Waiters''- wood engraving, 1935, signed, dated and titled in pencil, very good condition. 5 x 5''
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Oct. 28, 2020
Fred Becker (American, 1913-2004) Interruptions, 1953
Est: $800 - $1,200
Fred Becker (American, 1913-2004) Interruptions, 1953 color woodcut signed, titled, dated and inscribed in pencil 9 x 12 inches. *to confirm* Property from the Estate of Joan Conway Crancer, St. Louis, Missouri
Hindman
Sep. 10, 2020
Fred Becker (2) woodcut prints
Est: $300 - $500
Fred Becker (American, 1913-2004), "John Henry's Death" and "Lord, My Burden", c. 1937, woodcuts on paper, each pencil signed "F. Becker" lower right, one stamped "Federal Art Project NYC WPA", loose and unframed, 11.25"h x 8.75"w (sheet)
Millea Bros Ltd
Sep. 10, 2020
Fred Becker, woodcut print
Est: $150 - $250
Fred Becker (American, 1913-2004), "Lord, My Burden", c. 1937, woodcut on paper, pencil signed "F. Becker" lower right, loose and unframed, 11.25"h x 8.75"w (sheet)
Millea Bros Ltd
Mar. 03, 2020
FRED BECKER MODERNIST PRINT WITH EMBOSSMENT ON PAPER. "
Est: $150 - $200
FRED BECKER Modernist Print with Embossment on Paper. "Pulled Forms" Numbered 4/10. Signed and dated 1949-- Dimensions: Image Size: H: 12.25 inches: W: 17.25 inches ---
Uniques & Antiques
Dec. 08, 2018
Fred Becker, American (1913-2004), Green Forest, color woodcut, 29 1/2 x 23 3/4 inches
Est: $400 - $600
Fred Becker American (1913-2004) Green Forest, color woodcut, signed and titled in pencil lower margin, framed. 29 1/2 x 23 3/4 inches
Link Auction Galleries
Sep. 27, 2018
Fred Becker Signed Engraving, "Public Building"
Est: $300 - $500
Pencil signed lower right and pencil titled. Published by WPA. Block size approx. 8" x 6", sheet size approx. 11" x 8-3/4". Tiny pinholes at the corners, lower left corner has light diagonal crease.
Weiss Auctions
Oct. 25, 2017
Fred Becker, Signed Etching "Jester"
Est: $75 - $150
Lot consists of an etching by Fred Becker, pencil signed, titled, and dated. Titled "Jester" and numbered 3/20. Written along the bottom in pencil reads "from the second edition of 20 printed in 1999 by a student of the artist on wove paper".Image alone is approx. 5" x 7", overall paper size approx. 11" x 15.5".
Weiss Auctions
Jun. 24, 2016
Frederick Becker (1913-2004) "Towards The Left"
Est: $300 - $500
Artist: Frederick Becker (1913-2004); Title: "Towards The Left"; Medium: Lithograph on paper; Year or Era Produced: 20th Century; Signature: Lower right; Sight Area Approximate Measurement: 19.5" x 28.5"; Frame Approximate Measurement: 30.5" x 38.5" x 1"; Approximate Weight: 15 lbs; Frame: Framed and matted under glass
J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC
Apr. 25, 2016
Fred Becker DRUMMER Wood engraving
Est: $800 - $1,200
Fred Becker DRUMMER Wood engraving, signed and titled in pencil, published by the Federal Art Project, WPA, New York and with their inkstamp verso, with full margins, framed. 8 x 6 inches; 203 x 152 mm. Sheet 11 1/4 x 8 3/4 inches; 286 x 222 mm. C A New England Collection
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Apr. 25, 2016
Fred Becker NEW YORK LANDSCAPE Wood engraving
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Fred Becker NEW YORK LANDSCAPE Wood engraving, 1936, signed and titled in pencil, edition of approximately 25, published by the Federal Art Project, WPA, New York and with their inkstamp verso, with full margins, framed. 7 3/4 x 5 inches; 197 x 127 mm. Sheet 9 3/8 x 6 1/2 inches; 238 x 165 mm. C A New England Collection
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Apr. 25, 2016
Fred Becker DANCING WAITERS Wood engraving
Est: $700 - $1,000
Fred Becker (1913-2004) DANCING WAITERS Wood engraving, 1935, on tissue-thin Japan paper, signed, dated and titled in pencil, with full margins, framed. 5 1/8 x 5 1/8 inches; 130 x 130 mm. Sheet 7 3/4 x 11 inches; 197 x 279 mm. C A New England Collection
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Jun. 13, 2015
Fred Becker wood engraving
Est: $600 - $800
Fred Becker (American 1913-2004)- ''John Henry's Death''- wood engraving, 1937, signed and titled in pencil, done for NYC WPA, tear in left margin, does not got into image. 6 x 4''
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Apr. 12, 2015
Frederick Becker. "Marine," etching
Est: $500 - $700
Frederick Gerhard Becker (American, 1913-2004). Ed. 2/15, signed "Fred Becker" lr, 14 x 17 3/4 in., unframed
Alex Cooper
Mar. 05, 2015
FRED BECKER The Crusader.
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
FRED BECKER The Crusader. Aquatint and etching, 1952. 330x425 mm; 12 7/8x16 5/8 inches, full margins. Signed, titled and inscribed "Proof 3/3" in pencil, lower margin. A superb impression.
Swann Auction Galleries
Dec. 13, 2014
Fred Becker aquatint
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Fred Becker (American 1903-2004)- ''The Crusader''- aquatint, 1952, signed, titled and annotated 'proof 3/3' in pencil. 12 7/8 x 16 3/4''
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Sep. 19, 2014
Fred Becker (American, 1913-2004) Five John Henry Subjects: Birth of John Henry; John Henry Building a Railroad 1936; John Henry + the
Est: $600 - $800
Fred Becker (American, 1913-2004) Five John Henry Subjects: Birth of John Henry; John Henry Building a Railroad 1936; John Henry + the Witch Woman; John Henry's Death; and John Henry's Funeral. Each signed "...Becker" in pencil l.r., stamped "FEDERAL ART PROJECT NYC WPA" l.l., and titled in pencil l.c. Wood engravings on Basingwerk Parchment with watermarks, image sizes to 6 x 4 1/2 in. (15.2 x 11.4 cm), unmatted, unframed. Condition: Margins over 1/2 inch with some deckled edges, masking tape to upper edges on verso (with accompanying staining to recto). Provenance: From the collection of WPA artist Maxwell Mandell, by descent to the current owner.
Skinner
May. 16, 2014
Fred Becker (American, 1913-2004) Five John Henry Subjects: Birth of John Henry; John Henry Building a Rai 1936; John Henry + the Witch
Est: $600 - $800
Fred Becker (American, 1913-2004) Five John Henry Subjects: Birth of John Henry; John Henry Building a Rai 1936; John Henry + the Witch Woman; John Henry's Death; and John Henry's Funeral. Each signed "...Becker" in pencil l.r. and titled in pencil l.c. Wood engravings on Basingwerk Parchment with watermarks, image sizes to 6 x 4 1/2 in. (15.2 x 11.4 cm), unmatted, unframed. Condition: Margins over 1/2 inch with some deckled edges, tear to left margin of Death. Provenance: From the collection of WPA artist Maxwell Mandell, by descent to the current owner.
Skinner
Oct. 22, 2011
Fred Becker- ''The Cage''- wood engraving in
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
Fred Becker- ''The Cage''- wood engraving in colors, 1946, signed, dat
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
May. 22, 2011
Frederick Gerhard Becke
Est: $400 - $600
Frederick Gerhard Becker (American, 1913-2004) "Eskimo," 1951, woodcut, 19.25" x 19", pencil signed, titled and dated, framed
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
May. 22, 2011
Frederick Gerhard Becker
Est: $150 - $250
Frederick Gerhard Becker (American, 1913-2004) "Toys," 1957, etching, 6" x 5.75", pencil signed, titled and dated, with dedication, framed
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Jun. 22, 2010
FRED BECKER Insectivore.
Est: $600 - $900
FRED BECKER Insectivore. Soft-ground etching and carborundum, 1950. 403x305 mm; 15 3/4x11 inches, full margins. Edition of 15. Signed, dated and titled in pencil, lower margin.
Swann Auction Galleries
Jun. 12, 2010
Fred Becker etching
Est: $200 - $300
Fred Becker- ''Scaffolding''- etching, 1952, signed and titled in pencil, weak plate lines, several small tears in margins, one tear goes through end of signature and 1/8'' in to the image. 17 15/16 x 23 5/8''
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Feb. 21, 2010
FRED BECKER HARBOR AQUATINT
Est: $200 - $400
BECKER, Fred, (American, 1913-2004): ''Harbor in Moonlight'', Aquatint, 7'' x 11 1/2'' sight size, pencil signed and titled, original wood frame, 14 1/2'' x 19''.
Burchard Galleries Inc
Dec. 05, 2009
FRED BECKER (b. ca 1913): UNTITLED
Est: $500 - $700
Soft ground etching with tonal effects, signed and dated 1956 lower left and numbered lower left AP 1 of 5 ed.; 15 3/4 x 19 1/2 in. (plate, sight). Provenance: From the Estate of Janet Welldon Graham, Julia Hoyt Welldon Graham, Julia Hoyt Welldon and the Hoyt family of New York City and Staatsburgh, New York"
STAIR
Mar. 03, 2005
FRED BECKER
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
Three wood engravings. Lord, My Burden, circa 1935. Edition of approximately 25. Signed and titled in pencil, lower margin * John Henry and the Witch Woman, circa 1935. Edition of approximately 25. Signed, titled and inscribed "19" in pencil, lower margin * John Henry Building a Railroad, circa 1936. Edition of approximately 25. Signed, titled and inscribed "24" in pencil, lower margin. Each published by the Federal Arts Project, WPA, New York with the ink stamp, lower left. From The Legend of John Henry. Ex-collection Audrey McMahon, Director, New York City WPA Art Project. Various sizes and conditions. Each fine, dark impressions.
Swann Auction Galleries
Mar. 03, 2005
FRED BECKER
Est: $800 - $1,200
Two wood engravings. John Henry's Death, 1936. 151x99 mm; 6x 3 7/8 inches, full margins. Signed, titled and inscribed "14" in pencil, lower margin * John Henry's Funeral, 1935. 152x99 mm; 6x 3 7/8 inches, full margins. Signed, titled and inscribed "19" in pencil, lower margin. Both published by the Federal Arts Project, WPA, New York with the ink stamp, lower left. From The Legend of John Henry. Ex-collection Audrey McMahon, Director, New York City WPA Art Project. Both fine, dark impressions.
Swann Auction Galleries
Mar. 03, 2005
FRED BECKER
Est: $800 - $1,200
New York Landscape. Wood engraving, 1936. 199x127mm; 7 7/8x5 inches, full margins. Edition of approximately 25. Signed, titled and inscribed "25" in pencil, lower margin. From The Legend of John Henry. Ex-collection Audrey McMahon, Director, New York City WPA Art Project. A very good, dark impression.
Swann Auction Galleries
Mar. 02, 2004
FRED BECKER
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
The Cage. Color engraving and roulette, 1946. 175x125 mm; 7x5 inches, full margins. Signed, titled, dedicated and dated in pencil, lower margin. Black tape remains recto edges, well outside the plate mark. A superb impression of this scarce color print.
Swann Auction Galleries