Sisson Blanchard Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Sisson Blanchard Art Value Price Guide

Apr. 13, 2025
Sisson Blanchard, Folk Art Oil Painting on Board, Signed
Est: $200 - $800
This original Haitian folk art painting by renowned artist Sisson Blanchard showcases two striking blue owls perched on a tree, surrounded by intricate foliage and warm, earthy tones. Blanchard, known for his bold use of color, geometric patterns, and mystical symbolism, captures the vibrancy and storytelling traditions of Haitian art. The piece is hand-painted on canvas and signed "Blanchard" in the lower right corner. It is framed in a hand-carved wooden frame, adding to its folk aesthetic and authenticity. A remarkable addition for collectors of Haitian and Caribbean folk art. Artist: Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, 1926-1981) Issued: 20th century Dimensions: 20.5"L x 24.75"H Country of Origin: Haiti
Lion and Unicorn
Mar. 26, 2025
Sisson Blanchard Pineapple with Gourds Oil on Masonite
Est: $200 - $300
Blanchard, Sisson (Haitian, 1929-1981), Pineapple with Gourds, 1971, oil on masonite, signed lower center, dated on the back, 20 x 24 inches, framed 22 x 26 inches. Provenance: Galerie Issa, Port au Prince, Haiti.
Concept Art Gallery
Nov. 25, 2024
Sisson Blanchard
Est: $600 - $900
American, 1929-1981 Three Owls, 1972 Signed S. Blanchard (lc); inscribed SHELBY and dated 72-30-3 on the reverse Oil on Masonite 24 x 32 inches (61 x 81.3 cm) (Framed 25 x 33 inches)
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Jul. 14, 2024
Sisson Blanchard (Haiti, 1926-1981) Birds With Corn, Folk Art Oil On Board
Est: $500 - $800
Sisson Blanchard (Haiti, 1926-1981) Birds With Corn, Folk Art Oil On Board. Signed "S. Blanchard." As framed, 31.75H x 27.50W x 2.0D in. Sight 19.25W x 23.50H in. All Measurements Approximate
Clark's Auction Company
Jun. 30, 2024
SISSON BLANCHARD (HAITI, 1929-1981)
Est: $600 - $800
SISSON BLANCHARD (HAITI, 1929-1981) Fish School, oil on canvas, signed lower center, a colorful depiction of fish swimming in the sea, in a shadow line wood slat frame, OS: 25" x 37", canvas: 24" x 36".
Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
May. 26, 2024
Sisson Blanchard (Haiti, 1926-1981) Birds With Corn, Folk Art Oil On Board
Est: $500 - $800
Sisson Blanchard (Haiti, 1926-1981) Birds With Corn, Folk Art Oil On Board. Signed "S. Blanchard." As framed, 31.75H x 27.50W x 2.0D in. Sight 19.25W x 23.50H in. All Measurements Approximate
Clark's Auction Company
Apr. 29, 2024
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, 1929-1981) "Owls"
Est: $600 - $1,200
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, 1929-1981) "Owls", oil painting on board, signed. Framed. Size: 15.75'' x 23.75'', 40 x 60 cm (sight); 22.75'' x 30.5'', 58 x 77 cm (frame).
Material Culture
Apr. 24, 2024
Sisson Blanchard
Est: $400 - $600
American, 1929-1981 Turtles Signed S. Blanchard (lr) Oil on Masonite 21 x 14 inches (53.3 x 35.6 cm) (Framed 22 1/4 x 15 1/4 inches) A few minor surface abrasions. Otherwise in overall good condition.
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Apr. 02, 2024
Sisson Blanchard "Guinea Fowl" (1929-1981) Haiti
Est: $600 - $900
Sisson Blanchard "Guinea Fowl" (1929-1981) Haiti, Acryclic on Masonite, measures 24 x 32 and 29 x 37 inches w/ frame. Born in 1929 in the southern Haitian village of Trouin. Migrating to Port-au-Prince, Blanchard found work as a gardener at the Centre d'Art. He began painting in 1948, with the encouragment of the American sculptor Jason Seley. Blanchard's paintings of birds and farming scenes were first shown at the Centre d'Art, and have since been exhibited all over the world. His work is included in the collections of both the Davenport Museum of Art and the Waterloo Museum of Art, in Iowa. His son, Smith Blanchard also became a prominent Haitian painter. Sisson Blanchard died in 1981.
Cutler Bay Auctions
Feb. 24, 2024
Sisson Blanchard Painting, Chickens Eating Corn
Est: $100 - $15,000
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, 1929-1981) Painting on Board, Chickens / Birds Eating Corn. Signed lower right corner. Board measures 8 inches H x 10 W.
Kavanagh Auctions
Jan. 23, 2024
SISSON BLANCHARD Haiti (1926) / (1981) "Untitled"
Est: €405 - €540
Oil on tablex Signed in the upper left corner. On the back with a label from the "Current Primitives of America Exhibition. 1966-67", exhibition organized by the Institute of Hispanic Culture Measurements: 61 x 76 cm
Ansorena
Jan. 13, 2024
Sisson BLANCHARD: Abstract Figures - O/C
Est: $300 - $500
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, 1929-1981) black and white oil on canvas abstract figures, signed lower middle. Provenance: From the Eileen and Marvin Reingold Collection. [Work: 24" H x 32" W; Inner frame: 25" H x 33" W; Frame: 30 3/4" H x 38 1/2" W]. Tear approximately 2" in length.
Roland Auctions NY
Nov. 08, 2023
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, 1929-1981) Rooster Painting
Est: $400 - $800
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, 1929-1981) Rooster Painting on board, signed. Framed. Size: 16'' x 20'', 41 x 51 cm (board); 18.75'' x 22.75'', 48 x 58 cm (frame).
Material Culture
Nov. 06, 2023
SISSON BLANCHARD Haiti (1926) / (1981) "Untitled"
Est: €675 - €900
Oil on tablex Signed in the upper left corner. On the back with a label from the "Current Primitives of America Exhibition. 1966-67", exhibition organized by the Institute of Hispanic Culture Measurements: 61 x 76 cm
Ansorena
Aug. 08, 2023
Sisson Blanchard, Cockfight
Est: $100 - $200
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, 1929-1981), oil on masonite depicting a group of men enthusiastically watching a cockfight, the women are less enthused, 20" x 24" board, 28 3/4" x 32 3/4" framed.
Old Kinderhook Auction Company
May. 24, 2023
Sisson BLANCHARD: Abstract Figures - O/C
Est: $300 - $500
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, 1929-1981) black and white oil on canvas abstract figures, signed lower middle. Provenance: From the Eileen and Marvin Reingold Collection. [Work: 24" H x 32" W; Inner frame: 25" H x 33" W; Frame: 30 3/4" H x 38 1/2" W]. Tear approximately 2" in length.
Roland Auctions NY
May. 21, 2023
Sisson Blanchard (1929-1981) Haitian, Oil
Est: $100 - $200
Sisson Blanchard (1929-1981) Haitian. Blanchard was encouraged to paint by the American sculptor Jason Seley. His works are are characterized by boldness, using bright primary colors. Signed. Sisson Blanchard was born in Trouin, a small village in the mountains of southern Haiti. He came to Port-au-Prince as a young man and got a job as a yard-boy. In 1948, Sisson was given painting materials and soon began selling his work to the Centre d'Art. Sisson Blanchard arranges figures, fish, birds, animals, vegetables and flowers in orderly columns or disorderly groups. His paintings are original and bold and after more than 50 years, are feeling more and more uplifting and wonderful. Overall Size: 26 1/4 x 38 1/4 in. Sight Size: 23 1/4 x 35 in.
Sarasota Estate Auction
Feb. 28, 2023
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, 1926/29-1981)
Est: $500 - $700
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, 1926/29-1981), "Les Poulets", oil on masonite, signed lower left, 21 1/4 in. x 13 1/2 in., framed, overall 21 3/4 in. x 13 3/4 in. x 1 in. Provenance: Estate of Angela Gross Folk, Bernardsville, NJ. Condition: Overall fair condition.
Neal Auction Company
Nov. 21, 2022
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, 1929-1981)
Est: $200 - $400
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, 1929-1981) Hen with Eggs, painting on board, signed. Framed. Size: 12'' x 16'', 30 x 41 cm (image); 13'' x 17'', 33 x 43 cm (frame).
Material Culture
Nov. 21, 2022
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian/Trouin, 1929-1981)
Est: $400 - $800
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian/Trouin, 1929-1981) Still Life with Fruit, painting on board, signed. Framed. Size: 18'' x 35.75'', 46 x 91 cm (board); 25.5'' x 43.25'', 65 x 110 cm (frame).
Material Culture
Nov. 12, 2022
Sisson Blanchard Painting, Roosters Eating Corn
Est: $50 - $500
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, 1929-1981) Painting on Board, Roosters / Birds Eating Corn. Signed lower right corner. Board measures 8 inches H x 10 W.
Kavanagh Auctions
Nov. 12, 2022
SISSON BLANCHARD (HAITI, 1929-1981)
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
"Owls", oil on canvas, signed lower center, a repeating pattern of twelve, heavily cartooned, on a black field with slat frame, OS: 37" x 49", SS: 36" x 48", good condition.
Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Aug. 09, 2022
SISSON BLANCHARD OIL PAINTING ON BOARD. PERCHED OWL.
Est: $300 - $400
Sisson Blanchard Oil Painting on Board. Perched Owl. Dimensions: H: 20 inches: W: 16 inches: Frame Height: 24 inches: Frame Width: 20 inches ---
Uniques & Antiques
Jul. 10, 2022
SISSON BLANCHARD (HAITI, 1929-1981)
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
"Owls", oil on canvas, signed lower center, a repeating pattern of twelve, heavily cartooned, on a black field with slat frame, OS: 37" x 49", SS: 36" x 48", good condition.
Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Jun. 28, 2022
SISSON BLANCHARD, HAITIAN 1929-1981, UNTITLED, Oil on board, 35 3/4 x 24 in. (90.81 x 60.96 cm.), Frame: 37 x 25 in. (93.98 x 63.50 cm.)
Est: $300 - $500
SISSON BLANCHARD HAITIAN, 1929-1981 UNTITLED Oil on board Lower right signed: S. Blanchard
Potomack Company
May. 31, 2022
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, B. 1929)
Est: $400 - $800
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, B. 1929) Untitled (A Walk Through the Village), oil on canvas, signed, Framed. Size: 25'' x 21'', 64 x 53 cm (frame); 24'' x 20'', 61 x 51 cm (sight). Note: 20% of the proceeds will go to Art Creation Foundation For Children in Jacmel Haiti.
Material Culture
May. 31, 2022
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, B. 1929)
Est: $300 - $600
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, B. 1929) Untitled (Fish In the Sea), oil painting on board, signed. Size: 24'' x 20'' (61 x 51 cm). Note: 20% of the proceeds will go to Art Creation Foundation For Children in Jacmel Haiti.
Material Culture
May. 31, 2022
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, 1929-1981)
Est: $500 - $800
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, 1929-1981) 3 Works. Oil on board, signed. Ranging in size from: 12'' x 10'', 30 x 25 cm (board); 13'' x 10.75'', 33 x 27 cm (frame) to 23.75'' x 11.75'', 60 x 30 cm (board); 24.5'' x 12.75'', 62 x 32 cm (frame).
Material Culture
Mar. 05, 2022
Smith Blanchard. Zebras and Giraffes, acrylic
Est: $300 - $500
(Haitian, b. 1952). Acrylic on canvas, signed "S. Blanchard" lr, 20 x 24 in., framed.
Alex Cooper
Oct. 26, 2021
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, 1929-1981) Painting
Est: $200 - $300
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, 1929-1981) "Big Fish Eat Little Fish," Size: 12'' x 16'', 30 x 41 cm (board); 18'' x 22'', 46 x 56 cm (frame).
Material Culture
Aug. 19, 2021
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian/Trouin, 1929-1981)
Est: $200 - $400
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian/Trouin, 1929-1981) "Still Life with Fruit," oil painting on masonite, signed. Framed. Size: 20'' x 24'', 51 x 61 cm (board); 21'' x 25'', 53 x 64 cm (frame).
Material Culture
Aug. 19, 2021
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, 1929-1981) Painting
Est: $300 - $600
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, 1929-1981) "Big Fish Eat Little Fish," Size: 12'' x 16'', 30 x 41 cm (board); 18'' x 22'', 46 x 56 cm (frame).
Material Culture
Jan. 30, 2021
SISSON BLANCHARD (Haitian. 1929, 1980’s)
Est: $150 - $200
Fish at Sea. Signed S. Blanchard l/r. Oil on Canvas. Measuring 20 by 24 in.
Auction Gallery of the Palm Beaches
Jan. 28, 2021
2 Haitian Paintings: Sisson Blanchard and J.E. Pierre
Est: $400 - $800
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian 1929-1981) Untitled (Two People Pounding Grain Together), oil on board, signed. Framed. Size: 20'' x 16'', 51 x 41 cm (board); 23'' x 19'', 58 x 48 cm (frame). Together with Saint-Pierre Toussaint (Haitian,1923-1985) Untitled (Two Birds Among Flowers), oil on canvas, signed. Framed. 18'' x 21'', 46 x 53 cm (stretcher); 21'' x 24'', 53 x 61 cm (frame).
Material Culture
Oct. 28, 2020
Sisson Blanchard Signed Oil Painting
Est: $300 - $600
Sisson Blanchard signed oil on board painting, signature to lower left reads S Blanchard, Inscription to reverse reads 70-183-5 16 x 20, an abstract owl on a branch, measures 27 1/8 x 23 1/8 inches, hand carved wooden frame, losses to frame and frame loose in corner, piece loose in frame, professionally framed, not examined out of frame, Sisson Blanchard, Signed, Haitian Art, Caribbean Art, abstract art, 20th century art, contemporary art, oil on board, owl, post war art, wall art, home decor. 11
The Benefit Shop Foundation Inc.
Oct. 07, 2020
Sisson Blanchard Signed Oil Painting on Board
Est: $200 - $400
Sisson Blanchard signed oil on board, Signature in lower right corner reads Â‘Is BlanchardÂ‘, inscriptions to reverse in marker read Â‘8-111-IÂ’, Â‘SB 23 24x32Â’, Â‘OrentreichÂ’, tag attached to reverse reads Â‘43Â’, six abstracted chickens, Measures 25 inches x 32 7/8 inches, wooden frame in good condition, was not examined out of frame, Sisson Blanchard was a Haitian Postwar & Contemporary painter who was born in 1929 in the southern Haitian village of Trouin. Migrating to Port-au-Prince, Blanchard found work as a gardener at the Centre d'Art. He began painting in 1948, with the encouragment of the American sculptor Jason Seley. Blanchard's paintings of birds and farming scenes were first shown at the Centre d'Art, and have since been exhibited all over the world. His work is included in the collections of both the Davenport Museum of Art and the Waterloo Museum of Art, in Iowa. His son, Smith Blanchard also became a prominent Haitian painter. Sisson Blanchard died in 1981. -Mutual Art & Indigo ArtsThis piece is new to market and is part of the Orentreich Foundation art collection from Manhattan and Cold Spring, New York. These artworks were collected over a period of decades by the organizationÂ’s founder. A portion of the sales proceeds are being donated to Biomedical/Medical Research Foundation. Sisson Blanchard, Signed, Haitian Art, abstract art, 20th century art, contemporary art, oil on board, post war art, wall art, home decor. painting 11x
The Benefit Shop Foundation Inc.
Sep. 26, 2020
SISSON BLANCHARD (HAITI, 1929-1981) OWLS PAINTING
Est: $150 - $250
Framed oil on canvas painting, Owls, signed lower right S. Blanchard (Sisson Blanchard, Haitian, 1929-1981), sight: approx 20"h, 24"w, overall: approx 21"h, 25"w, 2.5lbs Start Price: $100.00
Austin Auction Gallery
Mar. 28, 2020
Sisson Blanchard (1929 - 1981) Haiti, Large O/B
Est: $250 - $500
This is an oil on board by Sisson Blanchard, a Haitian artist who was known for his paintings of birds and farm scenes. He was born in Tourin, migrated to Port-Au -Prince, and began painting in 1948, with the encouragement of Jason Seley, an American sculptor who worked in Haiti. His works were first shown at the Centre d'Art in Haiti and later all over the world. His son is Smith Blanchard, a prominent Haitian painter. The painting here is very large, compared to other pieces by the artist, and it depicts several roosters and chickens. It is signed in the middle near the bottom. The overall size is 59 1/2 x 67 in. wide and the sight size is 24 x 29 1/2 in. wide. Provenance: the Hirsch estate.
Sarasota Estate Auction
Jul. 14, 2019
Sisson Blanchard Folk Art Oil on Board Painting
Est: $300 - $500
Sisson Blanchard Folk Art Oil on Board Painting. Oil on board painting depicting a chicken holding a bouquet of flowers, signed by the artist Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, 1929-1981). Frame measures 17 inches x 25
Greenwich Auction
Mar. 31, 2019
Sisson Blanchard (1929 - 1981) Haitian
Est: $200 - $400
Sisson Blanchard was born in 1929 in Trouin, a small mountain village in the south of Haiti. Blanchard came to Port-au-Prince and worked as a landscaper at the Centre d'Art. He started painting in 1948 with the encouragement of an American sculptor named Jason Seley. It was Joel who gave Blanchard his first painting materials and suggested that he do a painting to show to Dewitt Peters. Blanchard's barnyard and peasant scenes, naive and bold in their charming exuberance, have had a direct appeal to art lovers. Illustrations of his painting can be seen in Marie Jose Nadal's book "Haitian Arts and Eleanor Ingalls Christensen's book "The Art of Haiti". CONDITION - By registering to bid for this auction (either in-house or online) and/or placing a bid in this auction. The BIDDER/BUYER agrees to all the terms and conditions of Sarasota Estate Auction. - All silver, gold and/or jewelry lots MUST be paid for via wire transfer or cashiers check upon receipt of invoice, no other forms of payment will be accepted. - We recommend looking into shipping quotes prior to bidding. A list of local shippers is available upon request - All sales are final; no refunds will be given under any circumstances. - Sarasota Estate Auction can provide condition reports as a courtesy to our clients and assumes no liability for any error or omission. Conditions or Descriptions are opinions of our staff and should in no way be construed as a guarantee of any kind as to age, condition, mater. The bidder assumes responsibility for ensuring that the condition of the item(s) meets with their satisfaction prior to bidding. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. - Online images can sometimes be low quality due to the uploading process, original high-resolution images can be requested via email at SarasotaEstateAuction@gmail.com Sight Size: 16 x 20 in. Overall Size: 16 1/2 x 21 in. Medium: Oil on canvas
Sarasota Estate Auction
Feb. 24, 2019
Sisson Blanchard Naive Painting
Est: $300 - $600
Work is titled "Turkey Over." Lot is accompanied by a copy of the purchase receipt. Provenance: Artist | Galerie Issa, Port-Au-Prince, Haiti | Private Collection, Port St. Lucie, Florida.
Palm Beach Modern Auctions
Oct. 21, 2018
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, 1929-1981), "Les Cailles," c. 1970, oil on board
Est: $400 - $600
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian, 1929-1981), "Les Cailles," c. 1970, oil on board, signed long the top bar on the verso, measures 10 x 8 inches unframed, measures overall in the frame 11 x 9 inches. CONDITION: Good. Born in the southern Haitian village of Trouin. Migrating to Port-au-Prince, Blanchard found work as a gardener at the Centre d'Art. He began painting in 1948, with the encouragement of the American sculptor Jason Seley. Blanchard's paintings of birds and farming scenes were first shown at the Centre d'Art, and have since been exhibited all over the world. His work is included in the collections of both the Davenport Museum of Art and the Waterloo Museum of Art, in Iowa. His son, Smith Blanchard also became a prominent Haitian painter. Sisson Blanchard died in 1981.
Huntington Museum of Art
Aug. 20, 2018
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian/Trouin, 1929-1981)
Est: $100 - $200
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian/Trouin, 1929-1981) Cockfight, painting on masonite, signed. Framed. Very early work by 1st wave Centre D'Art painter Sisson Blanchard. Size: 8'' x 10.25'', 20 x 26 cm (board); 9.25'' x 11.5'', 23 x 29 cm (frame). Ex. Jonathan Demme Collection.
Material Culture
Jun. 27, 2018
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian 1929-1981)
Est: $300 - $600
DESCRIPTION: An oil on canvas painting by Susan Blanchard depicting two abstract, young children in vibrantly hued accents, flying kites. and welding candles. Signed along the bottom right corner and set in a wooden frame. CIRCA: Mid-Late 20th Ct. ORIGIN: Haiti DIMENSIONS: (With Frame) H:41.75" L:32 5/8" (Without Frame) H:38 1/8" L:29 1/8" CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Akiba Galleries
Jun. 27, 2018
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian 1929-1981)
Est: $300 - $600
DESCRIPTION: An oil on canvas painting by Sisson Blanchard features a vibrantly hued scene of woman dancing celebrating and dancing around a candelabra. Set in a gilded frame and signed along the bottom right corner:"Blanchard". CIRCA: Mid-Late 20th Ct. ORIGIN: Haiti DIMENSIONS: (With Frame) H: 42 1/8" L:32" (Without Frame) H:37 7/8" L:28" CONDITION: Great condition, some wear to frame. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Akiba Galleries
May. 20, 2018
Sisson Blanchard Haitian Owls Painting
Est: $300 - $500
SISSON BLANCHARD HAITIAN OWLS PAINTING: BLANCHARD, Sisson, (Haitian, 1929-1981): 2 owls with flowers, Oil/Masonite, singed lower middle, 16" x 24", carved framed 22" x 30".
Amero Auctions
May. 20, 2018
Sisson Blanchard Haitian Chicken Painting
Est: $300 - $500
SISSON BLANCHARD HAITIAN CHICKEN PAINTING: BLANCHARD, Sisson, (Haitian, 1929-1981): Chicken sitting on clutch of eggs, Oil/Masonite, signed lower right, 12? x 16?, framed 13 ¬? x 17 ¬?.
Amero Auctions
Mar. 28, 2018
Sisson Blanchard (Haitian 1929-1981)
Est: $300 - $600
DESCRIPTION: An oil on canvas painting by Susan Blanchard depicting two abstract, young children in vibrantly hued accents, flying kites. and weilding candles. Signed along the bottom right corner and set in a wooden frame. CIRCA: Mid-Late 20th Ct. ORIGIN: Haiti DIMENSIONS: (With Frame) H:41.75" L:32 5/8" (Without Frame) H:38 1/8" L:29 1/8" CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Akiba Galleries