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b. 1922 - d. 1991

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  • John Checkley (1922-1991) American, Oil/Board
    Nov. 04, 2023

    John Checkley (1922-1991) American, Oil/Board

    Est: $100 - $200

    John Checkley (1922-1991) American, Oil on Board. A San Francisco Victorian House. Signed in the lower right. John Checkley is known for Bay Area scene painting, commercial art, graphics. New Zealander John Checkley, A San Franciscan since 1955, enjoys a well-deserved reputation for his charming water colors, which capture the ever-changing moods of the Bay Area. Now he has developed a unique style in acrylics, gaining immediate recognition for himself and winning an enthusiastic following in art circles across the nation. He entered the advertising profession only to have his career interrupted by three years of military service in the Pacific during World War II. After the conflict, he concentrated on graphic arts. His career led him to the United States in 1948 where he joined Batten, Barton, Durstine and Osborn, one of the world's great advertising agencies, in New York City. Checkley held a successful series of one-man shows in New York before moving to San Francisco in 1955. In the City by the Bay, he has appeared on KQED, the nation's most honored educational station, and he has conducted classes in painting. Checkleys hang in numerous private collections and are prominently displayed in the permanent collections of the New York Historical Society and in the Bank of New York. Overall Size: 24 1/2 x 20 1/2 in. Sight Size: 15 1/4 x 11 1/4 in. #1474 Location P/Q

    Sarasota Estate Auction
  • John Checkley San Francisco Painting
    Oct. 14, 2023

    John Checkley San Francisco Painting

    Est: $100 - $200

    John Checkley (American, 1922-1991) oil on canvas painting of the San Francisco Bay Cityscape. Framed, 12"x48"

    Freedom Auction Company
  • John Checkley San Francisco Painting
    Oct. 14, 2023

    John Checkley San Francisco Painting

    Est: $100 - $200

    John Checkley (American, 1922-1991) oil on canvas painting of the San Francisco area village scene. Framed, 24"x24"

    Freedom Auction Company
  • John Checkley San Francisco Painting
    Oct. 14, 2023

    John Checkley San Francisco Painting

    Est: $100 - $200

    John Checkley (American, 1922-1991) oil on canvas painting of the San Francisco Bay Cityscape. Framed, 22"x26"

    Freedom Auction Company
  • JOHN CHECKLEY OIL ON CANVAS, SF SKYLINE.
    May. 27, 2023

    JOHN CHECKLEY OIL ON CANVAS, SF SKYLINE.

    Est: $250 - $400

    John Checkley (1922 – 1991), Oil on canvas, San Francisco skyline from the bay with Bay Bridge. Signed lower Checkley. 30" x 30".

    D.G.W. Auctioneers & Appraisers
  • John Checkley (1922-1991) American, Oil on Canvas
    May. 21, 2023

    John Checkley (1922-1991) American, Oil on Canvas

    Est: $100 - $200

    John Checkley (1922-1991) American, Oil on Canvas. San Francisco Cable Cars with Alcatraz on the Bay in the distance. Checkley is known for his iconic views of San Francisco. Signed oil on Canvas. John Checkley is known for Bay Area scene painting, commercial art, graphics. New Zealander John Checkley, A San Franciscan since 1955, enjoys a well-deserved reputation for his charming water colors, which capture the ever-changing moods of the Bay Area. Now he has developed a unique style in acrylics, gaining immediate recognition for himself and winning an enthusiastic following in art circles across the nation. Overall Size: 28 x 24 Sight Size: 19 1/2 x 15 1/2 #3369

    Sarasota Estate Auction
  • John Leonard Checkley (1922-1991) American, A/C
    Mar. 05, 2023

    John Leonard Checkley (1922-1991) American, A/C

    Est: $100 - $200

    The Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco viewed from the Marin Headlands. New Zealander John Checkley, A San Franciscan since 1955, enjoys a well-deserved reputation for his charming water colors, which capture the ever-changing moods of the Bay Area. Now he has developed a unique style in acrylics, gaining immediate recognition for himself and winning an enthusiastic following in art circles across the nation. Checkley completed his schooling in New Zealand's St. Andrews College and went on to major in art at the University of New Zealand. He entered the advertising profession only to have his career interrupted by three years of military service in the Pacific during World War II. After the conflict, he concentrated on graphic arts. His career led him to the United States in 1948 where he joined Batten, Barton, Durstine and Osborn, one of the world's great advertising agencies, in New York City. Checkley held a successful series of one-man shows in New York before moving to San Francisco in 1955. In the City by the Bay, he has appeared on KQED, the nation's most honored educational station, and he has conducted classes in painting. Checkleys hang in numerous private collections and are prominently displayed in the permanent collections of the New York Historical Society and in the Bank of New York. A realist by nature, Checkley interprets the many facets of San Francisco as he sees them. His sketching trips have taken him to Tokyo, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Bangkok, Tahiti, and to the nations of Europe. Checkley lives in Greenbrae, California, with his wife, two children and a cat. Most of his painting is done on a houseboat -- a converted World War landing craft -- moored in Sausalito. Overall size: 19 1/2 x 34 1/2 in. Sight size: 20 x 29 1/2 in.

    Sarasota Estate Auction
  • John Leonard Checkley (1922-1991) Amer, O/C
    Mar. 05, 2023

    John Leonard Checkley (1922-1991) Amer, O/C

    Est: $100 - $200

    John Leonard Checkley (1922-1991) American Harbor Scene with Sailboats. New Zealander John Checkley, A San Franciscan since 1955, enjoys a well-deserved reputation for his charming water colors, which capture the ever-changing moods of the Bay Area. Now he has developed a unique style in acrylics, gaining immediate recognition for himself and winning an enthusiastic following in art circles across the nation. Checkley completed his schooling in New Zealand's St. Andrews College and went on to major in art at the University of New Zealand. He entered the advertising profession only to have his career interrupted by three years of military service in the Pacific during World War II. After the conflict, he concentrated on graphic arts. His career led him to the United States in 1948 where he joined Batten, Barton, Durstine and Osborn, one of the world's great advertising agencies, in New York City. Checkley held a successful series of one-man shows in New York before moving to San Francisco in 1955. In the City by the Bay, he has appeared on KQED, the nation's most honored educational station, and he has conducted classes in painting. Checkleys hang in numerous private collections and are prominently displayed in the permanent collections of the New York Historical Society and in the Bank of New York. A realist by nature, Checkley interprets the many facets of San Francisco as he sees them. His sketching trips have taken him to Tokyo, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Bangkok, Tahiti, and to the nations of Europe. Checkley lives in Greenbrae, California, with his wife, two children and a cat. Most of his painting is done on a houseboat -- a converted World War landing craft -- moored in Sausalito. Overall size: 25 3/4 x 21 5/8 in. Sight size: 19 1/2 x 15 1/2 in.

    Sarasota Estate Auction
  • John L Checkley (American 1922 - 1991) Gouache on Paper, Nob Hill
    May. 03, 2022

    John L Checkley (American 1922 - 1991) Gouache on Paper, Nob Hill

    Est: $300 - $500

    Original Gouache on Paper of Nob Hill, San Francisco, California. John L Checkley was born in New Zealand. He is well known for his colorful scenes of San Francisco as early as the 1950s. Checkley's works can be scene at the New York Historical Society. Site size: 11.75"W x 8"H. Frame Size: 17.5"W x 13.5"H Artist: John L Checkley Issued: 20th c.

    Lion and Unicorn
  • John L Checkley (American 1922 - 1991) Gouache on Paper, Hyde Street
    May. 03, 2022

    John L Checkley (American 1922 - 1991) Gouache on Paper, Hyde Street

    Est: $300 - $500

    Original Gouache on Paper. Hyde Street, San Francisco, California. John L Checkley was born in New Zealand. He is well known for his colorful scenes of San Francisco as early as the 1950s. Checkley's works can be scene at the New York Historical Society. Site size: 11.75"W x 8"H. Frame Size: 17.5"W x 13.5"H Artist: John L Checkley Issued: 20th c. Country of Origin: United States

    Lion and Unicorn
  • John Checkley. San Francisco Bay, oil
    Jul. 24, 2021

    John Checkley. San Francisco Bay, oil

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    (New Zealand/American, 1922-1991). Oil on canvas, signed "Checkley" lr, identifying artist information affixed on verso, 16 x 20 in., framed.

    Alex Cooper
  • John Checkley, San Francisco, Street Scene, oil on canvas,, 9 1/2 x 8 inches
    Jun. 05, 2020

    John Checkley, San Francisco, Street Scene, oil on canvas,, 9 1/2 x 8 inches

    Est: $75 - $100

    John Checkley San Francisco Street Scene oil on canvas, signed lower right, framed. 9 1/2 x 8 inches

    Link Auction Galleries
  • JOHN CHECKLEY (1922-1991) MID CENTURY PAINTING OF CAPITAL BUILDING. 8 X 10"
    Feb. 06, 2016

    JOHN CHECKLEY (1922-1991) MID CENTURY PAINTING OF CAPITAL BUILDING. 8 X 10"

    Est: -

    JOHN CHECKLEY (1922-1991) MID CENTURY PAINTING OF CAPITAL BUILDING. 8 X 10"

    Sunset Auction
  • JOHN CHECKLEY (1922-1991 CALIFORNIA/NEW ZEALAND) OIL ON BOARD STREET SCENE
    Sep. 06, 2013

    JOHN CHECKLEY (1922-1991 CALIFORNIA/NEW ZEALAND) OIL ON BOARD STREET SCENE

    Est: $50 - $5,000

    JOHN CHECKLEY (1922-1991 CALIFORNIA/NEW ZEALAND) OIL ON BOARD STREET SCENE signed lower right, image size 9 3/4" x 7 3/4"

    Apple Tree Auction Center
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