George Brehm Paintings & Artwork for Sale | George Brehm Art Value Price Guide

Feb. 03, 2024
George Brehm Original Graphite Illustration Drawing THE PIANO TEACHER
Est: $400 - $800
An original antique pencil drawing by famed illustrator and artist George Brehm (1878 – 1966) | Graphite / charcoal on ivory woven paper | THE PIANO TEACHER - Depicts a Victorian era interior scene with a woman playing the piano in the background, as a the male instructor in the foreground walks across the room with his fist on his face in "great distress" (apparently over the students poor recital). Music is strewn across the floor. The drawing is signed by the artist in pencil to the lower center margin | Presented behind glass in a wooden frame with brushed silver tone finish; A hanging wire is attached to the verso | In very good antique condition | Approx. Size: 20.0″ W x 28.0″ H x 1.5″ D with frame. George Brehm (Indiana, 1878 – 1966) was active/lived in New York, Indiana and is best known for his many illustrations for such publications as the Reader's magazine, Delineator, Country Gentleman, and most notably The Saturday Evening Post. He also provided iconic illustrations for numerous novels, Coca-Cola, Texaco, etc. Since 2011, the record price for this artist at auction is 62,500 USD for Boy Trudging to School, a Saturday Evening Post cover, sold at Heritage Auctions, Dallas in 2019.
Worthington Galleries
May. 17, 2022
GEORGE BREHM (1878-1966) Arrow Collar Advertisement oil on canvas 27 1/2 x
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
GEORGE BREHM (1878-1966) Arrow Collar Advertisement oil on canvas 27 1/2 x 26 3/4 in. (69.9 x 67.9 cm.)
Christie's
Feb. 10, 2021
George Brehm (1878 - 1966) Illustration.
Est: $400 - $600
Beautiful Watercolor & Goauche Magazine illustration. Signed and inscribed lower left. 12" x 17".
Weiss Auctions
Jan. 28, 2021
GEORGE BREHM (1878-1966) Children at the Pond. [CHILDRENS / CENTURY MAGAZINE]
Est: $500 - $750
GEORGE BREHM (1878-1966) Children at the Pond. Illustration for unknown story in Century Illustrated Magazine, with their stamp next to Scribner & Co. stamp on verso. Mixed media, including pen, ink, watercolor, and gouache on paper mounted to thin board. 255x350 mm; 10x14 inches, mounted to 11 3/4x14 3/4-inch board. Signed "Brehm" along with his dragonfly monogram near left center image. Not dated.
Swann Auction Galleries
Mar. 24, 2020
Original 1940s Amoco Automobile Poster
Est: $140 - $600
Artist: Brehm, George 1878 - 1966. Amoco - In Good hands. Technique: Letterpress Print ca. 1945. Size: 42.5 x 26.3 in. (108 x 67 cm). Printer: Litho in USA. Condition Details: (B+/A-) on linen, slight diagonal fold through center, small edge tears, minor scratches, slight vertical crack or tear from the upper right edge through -co- of -Amoco-. Estimate: $600. Reserve / Starting Price: $140.
PosterConnection Inc.
Mar. 10, 2020
Original 1940s Amoco Automobile Poster
Est: $140 - $600
Artist: Brehm, George 1878 - 1966. Amoco - In Good hands. Technique: Letterpress Print ca. 1945. Size: 42.5 x 26.3 in. (108 x 67 cm). Printer: Litho in USA. Condition Details: (B+/A-) on linen, slight diagonal fold through center, small edge tears, minor scratches, slight vertical crack or tear from the upper right edge through -co- of -Amoco-. Estimate: $600. Reserve / Starting Price: $140.
PosterConnection Inc.
Jun. 19, 2019
Original 1940s Amoco Automobile Poster
Est: $300 - $500
Artist: Brehm, George 1878 - 1966. Amoco - In Good hands. Technique: Letterpress Print ca. 1945. Size: 42.5 x 26.3 in. (108 x 67 cm). Printer: Litho in USA. Condition Details: (B+/A-) on linen, slight diagonal fold through center, small edge tears, minor scratches, slight vertical crack or tear from the upper right edge through -co- of -Amoco-. Estimate: $500. Reserve / Starting Price: $300.
PosterConnection Inc.
Jun. 08, 2019
Original 1940s Amoco Automobile Poster
Est: $300 - $500
Artist: Brehm, George 1878 - 1966. Amoco - In Good hands. Technique: Letterpress Print ca. 1945. Size: 42.5 x 26.3 in. (108 x 67 cm). Printer: Litho in USA. Condition Details: (B+/A-) on linen, slight diagonal fold through center, small edge tears, minor scratches, slight vertical crack or tear from the upper right edge through -co- of -Amoco-. Estimate: $500. Reserve / Starting Price: $300.
PosterConnection Inc.
Oct. 27, 2018
George Brehm (1878-1966)
Est: $150 - $250
George Brehm (1878-1966), illustration of man and child. Gouache or watercolor on cardboard. Overall 30" x 15". Saturday Evening Post original artwork.
Copake Auction Inc.
Oct. 13, 2018
George Brehm Antique Graphite Illustration of an Interior Scene
Est: $200 - $350
An original antique graphite drawing on ivory woven paper of a Victorian interior scene by famed illustrator and artist George Brehm (1878 – 1966). In the drawing, a woman plays piano as a man walks across the room, apparently in distress. Music is strewn across the floor and he holds his fist to his face. The drawing is signed by the artist in pencil to the lower center margin | The drawing is presented behind glass in a wooden frame with brushed silver tone finish; A hanging wire is attached to the verso | In overall Good Condition with some yellowing to paper consistent with age | Measures 20.0″ W x 28.0″ H x 1.5″ D with frame. George Brehm (1878 – 1966) was active/lived in New York, Indiana and was best known for his drawings and other illustrations of childhood subjects. The following was submitted by Brehm’s grandson Matt Taylor: “George Brehm was my great Grandfather. He died six years before I was born, but I grew up feeling I knew him through his many paintings in our home, as well as relatives. In 2002, the Norman Rockwell Museum featured work by a handful of illustrators. George Brehm and his brother, Worth, were among the artists whose work was shown. He was raised in small town Indiana, worked and lived in New York City, and spent some fifty Summers on Martha’s Vineyard, MA, where, today, most of his family resides. He married Katherine Bennet around 1912, and the couple had two children, Elizabeth, and June. George Brehm painted cover illustrations for many widely circulated publications such as The Saturday Evening Post, and Country Gentleman, as well as numerous illustrations for novels, Coca-Cola, Texaco, etc. In 1923, he served as one of several judges at the very first Miss America Pageant with Norman Rockwell. His home and studio are occupied by his daughter, June Tabor, of Chilmark, (Martha’s Vineyard,MA.) A future screenplay is being planned on his life as an American illustrator. George Brehm’s artworks have become very popular over the last few years, with numerous works by the George Brehm having been sold at large auction houses.
Worthington Galleries
Sep. 23, 2018
GEORGE BREHM (AMERICAN, 1878-1966) MICKEY'S DANCE WITH THE DUTCHMAN, SCRIBNER'S
Est: $500 - $700
George Brehm (American, 1878-1966) Mickey's Dance with the Dutchman, Scribner's magazine interior illustration Ink and gouache on board 11-1/2 x 10-3/4 inches (29.2 x 27.3 cm) Signed center right: Brehm PROPERTY FROM A DISTINGUISHED SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA COLLECTION HID04901242017
Heritage Auctions
Aug. 20, 2018
George Brehm (American, 1878-1966) Having a Laugh
Est: $500 - $700
George Brehm (American, 1878-1966) Having a Laugh, Saturday Evening Post story illustration. Mixed media on board. Signed lower right. Size: 16'' x 22'', 41 x 56 cm (sight); 29'' x 23'', 74 x 58 cm (frame). From the Estate of Charles Martignette.
Material Culture
Aug. 20, 2018
George Brehm (American, 1878-1966) Illustration
Est: $400 - $600
George Brehm (American, 1878-1966) Scars Fell on Alabama, story illustration. Charcoal on board, signed lower right. From the Estate of Charles Martignette. Heritage Auctions, lot# 78575, Feb 11-12, 2011. Beverly Hills Signature Illustration Art Auction. Size: 20.5'' x 31'', 52 x 79 cm (sight); 28.5'' x 39'', 72 x 99 cm (frame).
Material Culture
Dec. 03, 2017
George Brehm Antique Graphite Illustration of an Interior Scene
Est: $400 - $600
An original antique graphite drawing on ivory woven paper of a Victorian interior scene by famed illustrator and artist George Brehm (1878 – 1966). In the drawing, a woman plays piano as a man walks across the room, apparently in distress. Music is strewn across the floor and he holds his fist to his face. The drawing is signed by the artist in pencil to the lower center margin | The drawing is presented behind glass in a wooden frame with brushed silver tone finish; A hanging wire is attached to the verso | In overall Good Condition with some yellowing to paper consistent with age | Measures 20.0″ W x 28.0″ H x 1.5″ D with frame. George Brehm (1878 – 1966) was active/lived in New York, Indiana and was best known for his drawings and other illustrations of childhood subjects. The following was submitted by Brehm’s grandson Matt Taylor: “George Brehm was my great Grandfather. He died six years before I was born, but I grew up feeling I knew him through his many paintings in our home, as well as relatives. In 2002, the Norman Rockwell Museum featured work by a handful of illustrators. George Brehm and his brother, Worth, were among the artists whose work was shown. He was raised in small town Indiana, worked and lived in New York City, and spent some fifty Summers on Martha’s Vineyard, MA, where, today, most of his family resides. He married Katherine Bennet around 1912, and the couple had two children, Elizabeth, and June. George Brehm painted cover illustrations for many widely circulated publications such as The Saturday Evening Post, and Country Gentleman, as well as numerous illustrations for novels, Coca-Cola, Texaco, etc. In 1923, he served as one of several judges at the very first Miss America Pageant with Norman Rockwell. His home and studio are occupied by his daughter, June Tabor, of Chilmark, (Martha’s Vineyard,MA.) A future screenplay is being planned on his life as an American illustrator. George Brehm’s artworks have become very popular over the last few years, with numerous works by the George Brehm having been sold at large auction houses.
Worthington Galleries
Oct. 05, 2017
George Brehm (1878-1966), YOUNG LOVERS CAUGHT HUGGING, Watercolour; signed lower right, Sight 24.25" x 17.5" — 61.6 x 44.5 cm.
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
GEORGE BREHM (1878-1966), AMERICANYOUNG LOVERS CAUGHT HUGGINGWatercolour; signed lower rightSight 24.25" x 17.5" — 61.6 x 44.5 cm.Estimate: $1,000—1,500
Waddington's
Aug. 03, 2016
GEORGE BREHM (1878-1966). AMOCO / UNCLE SAM RIDES FIRST. Circa 1943. 42x26 inches, 108x66 cm.
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
GEORGE BREHM (1878-1966) AMOCO / UNCLE SAM RIDES FIRST. Circa 1943. 42 1/2x26 1/4 inches, 108x66 3/4 cm. Condition B+: losses and abrasions in upper image and edges; minor tears and creases at edges; minor creases in image. Paper. Nelson p. 159 (var).
Swann Auction Galleries
Sep. 25, 2015
* George Brehm, (American, 1878-1966), Snowball
Est: $800 - $1,200
George Brehm (American, 1878-1966) Snowball oil on board signed Geo Brehm (lower right) 24 x 32 inches.
Hindman
May. 04, 2014
Amoco / Uncle Sam Rides First. ca. 1943
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
Artist: GEORGE BREHM (1878-1966) Size: 26 1/4 x 42 3/4 in./67 x 108 cm From the 1940s to the 1960s, Amoco issued numerous promotional posters, each overflowing with the essence of Americana. Here, in support of the war effort, the company announces that Uncle Sam is its number one customer.
Poster Auctions International Inc
May. 03, 2014
Original 1940s Amoco Automobile Poster
Est: $360 - $600
Brehm, George 1878 - 1966. Amoco - In Good hands. Letterpress Print ca. 1945 . Size: 42.5 x 26.3 in. (108 x 67 cm) . Printer: Litho in USA . Condition Details: (B+/A-) on linen, small edge tears and scratches, slight vertical crack or tear from the upper right edge through -co- of -Amoco-.
PosterConnection Inc.
Sep. 09, 2013
Possibly George Brehm (American, 1878-1966), dream-like illustration of handsome, 1920s male golfer in mid swing, photographer posit...
Est: $150 - $300
Possibly George Brehm (American, 1878-1966), dream-like illustration of handsome, 1920s male golfer in mid swing, photographer positioned middle left, bystanders in summer whites in background, possibly basis for illustration or based from illustration, some warping along stretchers, discolored spots fronts and verso, areas of in-painting, original paper label verso along top stretcher reading "Curtis H. Moyer Pictures and Frames, 252 Trumbull St., Hartford, Conn.", ss: 20" h. x 23 3/4" w. [From the Estate of a Connecticut Collector]
Winter Associates, Inc.
Feb. 15, 2012
GEORGE BREHM, (AMERICAN 1878-1966), SLIDING INTO BASE
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
GEORGE BREHM (american 1878-1966)/span SLIDING INTO BASE Sight bottom right, oil on canvas 15 x 36 in.
Freeman's | Hindman
Aug. 03, 2011
GEORGE BREHM (1878-1966). AMOCO / UNCLE SAM RIDES FIRST. Circa 1943. 42x26 inches, 108x66 cm.
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
GEORGE BREHM (1878-1966) AMOCO / UNCLE SAM RIDES FIRST. Circa 1943. 42 3/4x26 1/4 inches, 108 1/2x66 3/4 cm. Condition A-: minor restoration at edges; abrasion in image. Nelson p. 159 (var).
Swann Auction Galleries
Dec. 04, 2010
George Brehm (1878-1966) Magazine cover, Saturday
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George Brehm (1878-1966) Magazine cover, Saturday Evening Post, September 5, 1925; Boy trudging on the way to school.
Illustration House
Jul. 15, 2009
GEORGE BREHM (American, 1878-1966) Cheez-It
Est: $500 - $700
GEORGE BREHM (American, 1878-1966) Cheez-It Crackers, Good Any Old Time Mixed-media on canvas 15.5 x 36 in. Signed lower right From the Estate of Charles Martignette.
Heritage Auctions
Nov. 09, 2006
GEORGE BREHM (American 1878 - 1966)
Est: $300 - $600
GEORGE BREHM (American 1878 - 1966) Untitled, 1934 Gouache on board 15 x 9in. Inscribed on the reverse, July 20, 1975 -- This is a George Brehm illustration that he gave me in 1934 -- Morris S. Weiss PROVENANCE: Morris Weiss collection
Heritage Auctions
Oct. 29, 2004
GEORGE BREHM (1878-1966)
Est: $300 -
GEORGE BREHM (1878-1966) Original Magazine Story Illustration The Saturday Evening Post, November 12, 1938 Caption: "Pungent clapped his hand against an ebony forehead. 'Do you mean to stand there an' tell me you has lost my ring?'" Graphite pencil on paper 12in. x 16in. (sight size) Signed lower left: G. Brehm Provenance: Morris Weiss collection George Brehm excelled at illustrating stories about children. He studied art with John Twachtman, George Bridgman, and Frank DuMond at the Art Students League in New York. Two examples of the printed illustration are included in this lot. 3 items
Heritage Auctions
Oct. 29, 2004
GEORGE BREHM (1878-1966)
Est: $300 -
GEORGE BREHM (1878-1966) Original Magazine Story Illustration, c.1934 Gouache on board 15in. x 9in. (sight size) Not signed Inscribed on the reverse: "July 20, 1975 -- This is a George Brehm illustration that he gave me in 1934 -- Morris S. Weiss." Provenance: Morris Weiss collection
Heritage Auctions
Oct. 29, 2004
GEORGE BREHM (1878-1966)
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GEORGE BREHM (1878-1966) Original Magazine Story Illustration, c.1930 Pencil on paper 18.5in. x 12in. (sight size) Signed lower left: Geo. Brehm Provenance: Morris Weiss collection There is a light stain along the lower two inches of the drawing, that does little to affect the eye-appeal of this romantic scene.
Heritage Auctions
Oct. 29, 2004
GEORGE BREHM (1878-1966)
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GEORGE BREHM (1878-1966) Original Magazine Story Illustration, c.1930 Pencil on paper 24.5in.x 24in. (sight size) Signed upper left: G. Brehm Provenance: Morris Weiss collection Keywords: pencil, drama, drawing, book, illustration>
Heritage Auctions