Mel Crawford Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Mel Crawford Art Value Price Guide

Nov. 17, 2024
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) mixed media painting
Est: $425 - $525
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Thailand YEAR: 1981 MEDIUM: mixed media on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 18 x 15 inches / 45 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower left NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the U.N. 20c Thailand Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 25, 1981. Today's visitor to Thailand is immediately struck by the harmonious relationship between the old ways and the new. From modern airports and deluxe hotels to royal ceremonies, colorful Buddhist temples, and age-old canal marketplaces, Thailand seems to span centuries of history within her borders. Although Western dress has become more and more fashionable in the cities, the countryside has changed little over the years, and the ruins of the ancient Thai capital, Ayuthia, seem scarcely out of place. Thailand's modernization has been relatively smooth because traditional social standards, religious values, and the ancient, India-derived conception of governmental authority have remained unchanged. Thus, this southeast Asian country has managed to enjoy considerable economic prosperity, yet retain its distinctive cultural flavor. The economy of Thailand is still closely tied to the ownership of land, and the country produces a tremendous variety of savory fruits, such as mangoes, bananas, pineapples, litchis, and mangosteens. Visitors to the country's magnificent and valuable teakwood forests might very well see elephants being used to haul huge logs, just as they have done for centuries. And it would not be at all unusual to encounter a mammoth statue of Buddha, or a yellow-robed monk, for the industrious Thais continue to practice the Buddhist religion of their ancient ancestors. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 122089 US SHIPPING: $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Oct. 27, 2024
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) gouache painting
Est: $320 - $400
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Tourism in Western US - Yellowstone, Rodeo YEAR: 1980 MEDIUM: gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 18 x 15 inches / 45 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower right PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 118704 US SHIPPING: $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Oct. 26, 2024
Mel Crawford's "Charlie's World" Limited Edition Print
Est: $25 - $40
Mel Crawford's "Charlie's World" circa 1974, limited edition print on paper, signed lower right, and dated lower left, from the Franklin Mint. This piece is of an elderly man smoking a pike, inside his houseboat. This piece is in mint condition, has been professionally matted, and comes in its original folder.
Oakwood Auctions
Sep. 01, 2024
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) watercolor painting
Est: $360 - $450
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) TITLE: Lone Wolf, Chief Of The Kiowas (titled on label) MEDIUM: watercolor on paper CONDITION: Excellent. Framed under glass. ART SIZE: 8 x 9 inches / 20 x 22 cm FRAME SIZE: 13 x 12 inches / 33 x 30 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: has artist's labels on verso CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 123785 US Shipping $42 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Aug. 25, 2024
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) oil painting
Est: $425 - $550
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) TITLE: Northwest Territory YEAR: 2008 MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower left NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the Canada 17c Flags of Canada Northwest Territory stamp issued June 15, 1979. The Northwest Territories represent more than one third of the land area of Canada. Out of the original Northwest Territories came the Provinces of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta, as well as the northernmost edges of both Quebec and Ontario. Originally, nearly all of the Northwest Territories were lands granted by the British Parliament to the Hudson's Bay Company. But when the Dominion of Canada was organized, these Territories were taken over by the new government, and all British possessions in the far north were transferred to Dominion control. Bit by bit, the Northwest Territories were developed, and bit by bit, large regions were annexed by neighboring Provinces. Nearly all of the lands in the far north are useless for agriculture, and are so forbidding in their landscape and climate that no settlement exists for hundreds of miles. But the rich mineral resources of the Territories are changing the picture in the far north, and though the Territories are governed directly from Ottawa, more and more responsibility is being transferred to local authorities and to the Territorial government at Yellowknife. As shortages of oil, natural gas, and other mineral resources begin to plague the lands to the south, the vast resources of the Northwest Territories promise to make Canada one of the world's leading energy producing nations. And the lands once described as "the barren reaches of the frozen north" will be opened to development at last. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 122933 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Aug. 25, 2024
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) mixed media painting
Est: $425 - $525
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Italy YEAR: 1984 MEDIUM: mixed media on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: This painting is the original which was published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the U.N. 20c Italy Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 21, 1984. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 122280 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Aug. 11, 2024
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) gouache painting
Est: $360 - $450
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: China Scenes YEAR: 1983 MEDIUM: watercolor and gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower left NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the U.N. 20c China Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 23, 1983. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 118703 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jul. 07, 2024
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) oil painting
Est: $380 - $500
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) TITLE: Robert Stanley Weir MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. ART SIZE: 15 x 12 inches / 38 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower left PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the Canada 17c "O Canada" stamp issued June 6, 1980. From the time it was first heard on June 24, 1880, O Canada remained a favorite throughout French Canada. In 1908, when a Montreal lawyer, Robert Stanley Weir, wrote the accepted English words for O Canada, this ver- sion became a favorite among the country's English speaking citizens. Weir's poetic words were a tribute to Quebec's Tercentenary and, by 1921, they had been officially adopted by the Association of Canadian Clubs and other national bodies that often opened their regular meetings with the patriotic song. In 1927, and again in 1939, Weir's version of O Canada was officially published to celebrate important national occasions. By this time, it had found its way into the hearts of a younger generation of Canadi- ans when it was printed in front of grammar school books throughout the Canadian provinces. Today, both the French and English words for O Canada are widely accepted as appropriate versions of the unofficial Canadian national anthem, and the moving melody is often heard all across Canada's vast domain. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 126907 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20 century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jul. 07, 2024
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) gouache painting
Est: $425 - $550
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Spain YEAR: 1987 MEDIUM: gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the U.N. 25c Spain Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 14, 1988. A country of thirty-three million people, Spain is as diverse as its populace. A peninsula divided by many mountain ranges, Spain has always been home to a variety of cultures and regions. Once a great empire, this land has also served as a crossroad to conquest and to trade routes leading to riches. Thus, through history, Spain has been the scene of many wars, invasions and conflicts. Still, her people have developed a strong pride in their traditions. Today, they are proud of their common Spanish heritage, despite the regional differences. In remote villages of Catalonia along the Balearic Sea, in the three Basque Provinces, in the mountain country of Navarre, in northwestern Galicia and indeed throughout all Spain, the people share a sense of personal dignity and hold the qualities of honor and courage in highest esteem. The culture reflects it. Spanish art is often strong and bold, its native dances like the flamenco -- are fiery and determined. And, of course, the pastime for which Spain is known the world over -- the bull fight -- is a mirror of the passion and romance of the Spanish soul. Even in its architecture, Spain reflects centuries of pride. Its castles are so beautiful that daydreamers around the world are accused of "building castles in Spain." Today, Spanish cities are accented by the glories of the past as magnificent museums and fabulous monuments stand beside modern skyscrapers and industrial complexes. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 121559 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jul. 07, 2024
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) mixed media painting
Est: $425 - $550
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Israel YEAR: 1983 MEDIUM: mixed media on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the U.N. 20c Israel Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 23, 1983. Although the people of this nation claim a history that dates back to biblical times, the Middle Eastern country of Israel is relatively young -- and is solving the problems of a new nation. In spite of poor natural resources, the economy of Israel has grown tremendously during the second half of the twentieth century. The Israeli people are meeting the challenges of today, a fact which is especially evident in the large, expanding cities of this ambitious nation. Spreading to the edge of the Mediterranean Sea is the city of Tel Aviv-Yafo . . . which is the country's busiest and largest city. Where the arid, scorching sands once ruled, now rows of modem apartment buildings reach high into the crystal azure of the desert sky. However, the Israeli interest in the modern world has not caused them to forget their past and their religious beliefs. The modern capital of Jerusalem is considered a holy city by several major world religions. Followers of the Jewish faith consider Jerusalem a holy city because it was their political and religious center during biblical times. Christians remember that Jesus was crucified here, and many other events of his life took place in and around Jerusalem. Muslims believe that the founder of Islam - Muhammed - rose to heaven from Jerusalem. With a deep commitment to the past and present, Israelis have great faith in their country and in themselves. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 121558 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
May. 19, 2024
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) mixed media painting
Est: $450 - $600
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Thailand YEAR: 1981 MEDIUM: mixed media on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 18 x 15 inches / 45 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower left NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the U.N. 20c Thailand Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 25, 1981. Today's visitor to Thailand is immediately struck by the harmonious relationship between the old ways and the new. From modern airports and deluxe hotels to royal ceremonies, colorful Buddhist temples, and age-old canal marketplaces, Thailand seems to span centuries of history within her borders. Although Western dress has become more and more fashionable in the cities, the countryside has changed little over the years, and the ruins of the ancient Thai capital, Ayuthia, seem scarcely out of place. Thailand's modernization has been relatively smooth because traditional social standards, religious values, and the ancient, India-derived conception of governmental authority have remained unchanged. Thus, this southeast Asian country has managed to enjoy considerable economic prosperity, yet retain its distinctive cultural flavor. The economy of Thailand is still closely tied to the ownership of land, and the country produces a tremendous variety of savory fruits, such as mangoes, bananas, pineapples, litchis, and mangosteens. Visitors to the country's magnificent and valuable teakwood forests might very well see elephants being used to haul huge logs, just as they have done for centuries. And it would not be at all unusual to encounter a mammoth statue of Buddha, or a yellow-robed monk, for the industrious Thais continue to practice the Buddhist religion of their ancient ancestors. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 122089 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
May. 05, 2024
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) gouache painting
Est: $360 - $450
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Tourism in Western US - Yellowstone, Rodeo YEAR: 1980 MEDIUM: gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 18 x 15 inches / 45 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower right PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 118704 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Mar. 23, 2024
Mel Crawford's "Charlie's World" Limited Edition Print
Est: $25 - $40
Mel Crawford's "Charlie's World" circa 1974, limited edition print on paper, signed lower right, and dated lower left, from the Franklin Mint. This piece is of an elderly man smoking a pike, inside his houseboat. This piece is in mint condition, has been professionally matted, and comes in its original folder. Image: 15 3/4" x 22". Matting: 24" x 32".
Oakwood Auctions
Feb. 11, 2024
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) oil painting
Est: $425 - $550
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) TITLE: Northwest Territory YEAR: 2008 MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower left NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the Canada 17c Flags of Canada Northwest Territory stamp issued June 15, 1979. The Northwest Territories represent more than one third of the land area of Canada. Out of the original Northwest Territories came the Provinces of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta, as well as the northernmost edges of both Quebec and Ontario. Originally, nearly all of the Northwest Territories were lands granted by the British Parliament to the Hudson's Bay Company. But when the Dominion of Canada was organized, these Territories were taken over by the new government, and all British possessions in the far north were transferred to Dominion control. Bit by bit, the Northwest Territories were developed, and bit by bit, large regions were annexed by neighboring Provinces. Nearly all of the lands in the far north are useless for agriculture, and are so forbidding in their landscape and climate that no settlement exists for hundreds of miles. But the rich mineral resources of the Territories are changing the picture in the far north, and though the Territories are governed directly from Ottawa, more and more responsibility is being transferred to local authorities and to the Territorial government at Yellowknife. As shortages of oil, natural gas, and other mineral resources begin to plague the lands to the south, the vast resources of the Northwest Territories promise to make Canada one of the world's leading energy producing nations. And the lands once described as "the barren reaches of the frozen north" will be opened to development at last. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 122933 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Feb. 11, 2024
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) mixed media painting
Est: $450 - $600
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Thailand YEAR: 1981 MEDIUM: mixed media on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 18 x 15 inches / 45 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower left NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the U.N. 20c Thailand Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 25, 1981. Today's visitor to Thailand is immediately struck by the harmonious relationship between the old ways and the new. From modern airports and deluxe hotels to royal ceremonies, colorful Buddhist temples, and age-old canal marketplaces, Thailand seems to span centuries of history within her borders. Although Western dress has become more and more fashionable in the cities, the countryside has changed little over the years, and the ruins of the ancient Thai capital, Ayuthia, seem scarcely out of place. Thailand's modernization has been relatively smooth because traditional social standards, religious values, and the ancient, India-derived conception of governmental authority have remained unchanged. Thus, this southeast Asian country has managed to enjoy considerable economic prosperity, yet retain its distinctive cultural flavor. The economy of Thailand is still closely tied to the ownership of land, and the country produces a tremendous variety of savory fruits, such as mangoes, bananas, pineapples, litchis, and mangosteens. Visitors to the country's magnificent and valuable teakwood forests might very well see elephants being used to haul huge logs, just as they have done for centuries. And it would not be at all unusual to encounter a mammoth statue of Buddha, or a yellow-robed monk, for the industrious Thais continue to practice the Buddhist religion of their ancient ancestors. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 122089 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Feb. 11, 2024
Mel Crawford (B. 1925) "Christmas Wreath" Original
Est: $100 - $1,000
Mel Crawford (Canadian, B. 1925) "Putting Wreath on Door/Christmas" Signed lower right. Original Mixed Media painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the U.S. 20c Christmas stamps issued October 28, 1983. No matter where we are in the world during the joyous season of Christmas, our hearts always seem to find their way back home. Memories are rekindled of home . . . family . . . a warm, toasty fire . . . and, of course, a huge, sparkling Christmas Tree. For Christmas is indeed a time that makes happy memories. And, while away from home and loved ones during the yuletide, who could help but remember the touching words to one of the most heartwarming Christmas songs of all . . . "I'll be home for Christmas, you can count on me . . . I'll be home for Christmas, if only in my dreams . . ." Yes, Christmas is indeed a wonderful time to be at home! Image Size: 14 x 11.75 in. Overall Size: 17 x 14.75 in. Unframed. (B08332)
Helmuth Stone
Jan. 07, 2024
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) gouache painting
Est: $360 - $450
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Tourism in Western US - Yellowstone, Rodeo YEAR: 1980 MEDIUM: gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 18 x 15 inches / 45 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower right PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 118704 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jan. 07, 2024
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) gouache painting
Est: $360 - $450
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: China Scenes YEAR: 1983 MEDIUM: watercolor and gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower left NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the U.N. 20c China Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 23, 1983. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 118703 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jan. 07, 2024
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) oil painting
Est: $380 - $500
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) TITLE: Robert Stanley Weir MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. ART SIZE: 15 x 12 inches / 38 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower left PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the Canada 17c "O Canada" stamp issued June 6, 1980. From the time it was first heard on June 24, 1880, O Canada remained a favorite throughout French Canada. In 1908, when a Montreal lawyer, Robert Stanley Weir, wrote the accepted English words for O Canada, this ver- sion became a favorite among the country's English speaking citizens. Weir's poetic words were a tribute to Quebec's Tercentenary and, by 1921, they had been officially adopted by the Association of Canadian Clubs and other national bodies that often opened their regular meetings with the patriotic song. In 1927, and again in 1939, Weir's version of O Canada was officially published to celebrate important national occasions. By this time, it had found its way into the hearts of a younger generation of Canadi- ans when it was printed in front of grammar school books throughout the Canadian provinces. Today, both the French and English words for O Canada are widely accepted as appropriate versions of the unofficial Canadian national anthem, and the moving melody is often heard all across Canada's vast domain. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 126907 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20 century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Dec. 17, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) watercolor painting
Est: $400 - $525
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) TITLE: Lone Wolf, Chief Of The Kiowas (titled on label) MEDIUM: watercolor on paper CONDITION: Excellent. Framed under glass. ART SIZE: 8 x 9 inches / 20 x 22 cm FRAME SIZE: 13 x 12 inches / 33 x 30 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: has artist's labels on verso CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 123785 US Shipping $42 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
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Dec. 17, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) mixed media painting
Est: $425 - $550
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Italy YEAR: 1984 MEDIUM: mixed media on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: This painting is the original which was published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the U.N. 20c Italy Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 21, 1984. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 122280 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
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Dec. 17, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) gouache painting
Est: $450 - $600
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Spain YEAR: 1987 MEDIUM: gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the U.N. 25c Spain Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 14, 1988. A country of thirty-three million people, Spain is as diverse as its populace. A peninsula divided by many mountain ranges, Spain has always been home to a variety of cultures and regions. Once a great empire, this land has also served as a crossroad to conquest and to trade routes leading to riches. Thus, through history, Spain has been the scene of many wars, invasions and conflicts. Still, her people have developed a strong pride in their traditions. Today, they are proud of their common Spanish heritage, despite the regional differences. In remote villages of Catalonia along the Balearic Sea, in the three Basque Provinces, in the mountain country of Navarre, in northwestern Galicia and indeed throughout all Spain, the people share a sense of personal dignity and hold the qualities of honor and courage in highest esteem. The culture reflects it. Spanish art is often strong and bold, its native dances like the flamenco -- are fiery and determined. And, of course, the pastime for which Spain is known the world over -- the bull fight -- is a mirror of the passion and romance of the Spanish soul. Even in its architecture, Spain reflects centuries of pride. Its castles are so beautiful that daydreamers around the world are accused of "building castles in Spain." Today, Spanish cities are accented by the glories of the past as magnificent museums and fabulous monuments stand beside modern skyscrapers and industrial complexes. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 121559 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
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Dec. 17, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) mixed media painting
Est: $450 - $600
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Israel YEAR: 1983 MEDIUM: mixed media on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the U.N. 20c Israel Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 23, 1983. Although the people of this nation claim a history that dates back to biblical times, the Middle Eastern country of Israel is relatively young -- and is solving the problems of a new nation. In spite of poor natural resources, the economy of Israel has grown tremendously during the second half of the twentieth century. The Israeli people are meeting the challenges of today, a fact which is especially evident in the large, expanding cities of this ambitious nation. Spreading to the edge of the Mediterranean Sea is the city of Tel Aviv-Yafo . . . which is the country's busiest and largest city. Where the arid, scorching sands once ruled, now rows of modem apartment buildings reach high into the crystal azure of the desert sky. However, the Israeli interest in the modern world has not caused them to forget their past and their religious beliefs. The modern capital of Jerusalem is considered a holy city by several major world religions. Followers of the Jewish faith consider Jerusalem a holy city because it was their political and religious center during biblical times. Christians remember that Jesus was crucified here, and many other events of his life took place in and around Jerusalem. Muslims believe that the founder of Islam - Muhammed - rose to heaven from Jerusalem. With a deep commitment to the past and present, Israelis have great faith in their country and in themselves. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 121558 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
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Nov. 12, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) oil painting
Est: $450 - $600
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) TITLE: Northwest Territory YEAR: 2008 MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower left NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the Canada 17c Flags of Canada Northwest Territory stamp issued June 15, 1979. The Northwest Territories represent more than one third of the land area of Canada. Out of the original Northwest Territories came the Provinces of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta, as well as the northernmost edges of both Quebec and Ontario. Originally, nearly all of the Northwest Territories were lands granted by the British Parliament to the Hudson's Bay Company. But when the Dominion of Canada was organized, these Territories were taken over by the new government, and all British possessions in the far north were transferred to Dominion control. Bit by bit, the Northwest Territories were developed, and bit by bit, large regions were annexed by neighboring Provinces. Nearly all of the lands in the far north are useless for agriculture, and are so forbidding in their landscape and climate that no settlement exists for hundreds of miles. But the rich mineral resources of the Territories are changing the picture in the far north, and though the Territories are governed directly from Ottawa, more and more responsibility is being transferred to local authorities and to the Territorial government at Yellowknife. As shortages of oil, natural gas, and other mineral resources begin to plague the lands to the south, the vast resources of the Northwest Territories promise to make Canada one of the world's leading energy producing nations. And the lands once described as "the barren reaches of the frozen north" will be opened to development at last. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 122933 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
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Nov. 12, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) mixed media painting
Est: $475 - $625
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Thailand YEAR: 1981 MEDIUM: mixed media on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 18 x 15 inches / 45 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower left NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the U.N. 20c Thailand Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 25, 1981. Today's visitor to Thailand is immediately struck by the harmonious relationship between the old ways and the new. From modern airports and deluxe hotels to royal ceremonies, colorful Buddhist temples, and age-old canal marketplaces, Thailand seems to span centuries of history within her borders. Although Western dress has become more and more fashionable in the cities, the countryside has changed little over the years, and the ruins of the ancient Thai capital, Ayuthia, seem scarcely out of place. Thailand's modernization has been relatively smooth because traditional social standards, religious values, and the ancient, India-derived conception of governmental authority have remained unchanged. Thus, this southeast Asian country has managed to enjoy considerable economic prosperity, yet retain its distinctive cultural flavor. The economy of Thailand is still closely tied to the ownership of land, and the country produces a tremendous variety of savory fruits, such as mangoes, bananas, pineapples, litchis, and mangosteens. Visitors to the country's magnificent and valuable teakwood forests might very well see elephants being used to haul huge logs, just as they have done for centuries. And it would not be at all unusual to encounter a mammoth statue of Buddha, or a yellow-robed monk, for the industrious Thais continue to practice the Buddhist religion of their ancient ancestors. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 122089 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
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Oct. 08, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) oil painting
Est: $425 - $550
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) TITLE: Robert Stanley Weir MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. ART SIZE: 15 x 12 inches / 38 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower left PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the Canada 17c "O Canada" stamp issued June 6, 1980. From the time it was first heard on June 24, 1880, O Canada remained a favorite throughout French Canada. In 1908, when a Montreal lawyer, Robert Stanley Weir, wrote the accepted English words for O Canada, this ver- sion became a favorite among the country's English speaking citizens. Weir's poetic words were a tribute to Quebec's Tercentenary and, by 1921, they had been officially adopted by the Association of Canadian Clubs and other national bodies that often opened their regular meetings with the patriotic song. In 1927, and again in 1939, Weir's version of O Canada was officially published to celebrate important national occasions. By this time, it had found its way into the hearts of a younger generation of Canadi- ans when it was printed in front of grammar school books throughout the Canadian provinces. Today, both the French and English words for O Canada are widely accepted as appropriate versions of the unofficial Canadian national anthem, and the moving melody is often heard all across Canada's vast domain. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 126907 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20 century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
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Sep. 10, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) watercolor painting
Est: $400 - $525
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) TITLE: Lone Wolf, Chief Of The Kiowas (titled on label) MEDIUM: watercolor on paper CONDITION: Excellent. Framed under glass. ART SIZE: 8 x 9 inches / 20 x 22 cm FRAME SIZE: 13 x 12 inches / 33 x 30 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: has artist's labels on verso CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 123785 US Shipping $42 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
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Sep. 10, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) mixed media painting
Est: $450 - $600
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Israel YEAR: 1983 MEDIUM: mixed media on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the U.N. 20c Israel Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 23, 1983. Although the people of this nation claim a history that dates back to biblical times, the Middle Eastern country of Israel is relatively young -- and is solving the problems of a new nation. In spite of poor natural resources, the economy of Israel has grown tremendously during the second half of the twentieth century. The Israeli people are meeting the challenges of today, a fact which is especially evident in the large, expanding cities of this ambitious nation. Spreading to the edge of the Mediterranean Sea is the city of Tel Aviv-Yafo . . . which is the country's busiest and largest city. Where the arid, scorching sands once ruled, now rows of modem apartment buildings reach high into the crystal azure of the desert sky. However, the Israeli interest in the modern world has not caused them to forget their past and their religious beliefs. The modern capital of Jerusalem is considered a holy city by several major world religions. Followers of the Jewish faith consider Jerusalem a holy city because it was their political and religious center during biblical times. Christians remember that Jesus was crucified here, and many other events of his life took place in and around Jerusalem. Muslims believe that the founder of Islam - Muhammed - rose to heaven from Jerusalem. With a deep commitment to the past and present, Israelis have great faith in their country and in themselves. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 121558 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
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Sep. 10, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) mixed media painting
Est: $425 - $550
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Italy YEAR: 1984 MEDIUM: mixed media on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: This painting is the original which was published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the U.N. 20c Italy Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 21, 1984. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 122280 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
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Sep. 10, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) gouache painting
Est: $450 - $600
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Spain YEAR: 1987 MEDIUM: gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the U.N. 25c Spain Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 14, 1988. A country of thirty-three million people, Spain is as diverse as its populace. A peninsula divided by many mountain ranges, Spain has always been home to a variety of cultures and regions. Once a great empire, this land has also served as a crossroad to conquest and to trade routes leading to riches. Thus, through history, Spain has been the scene of many wars, invasions and conflicts. Still, her people have developed a strong pride in their traditions. Today, they are proud of their common Spanish heritage, despite the regional differences. In remote villages of Catalonia along the Balearic Sea, in the three Basque Provinces, in the mountain country of Navarre, in northwestern Galicia and indeed throughout all Spain, the people share a sense of personal dignity and hold the qualities of honor and courage in highest esteem. The culture reflects it. Spanish art is often strong and bold, its native dances like the flamenco -- are fiery and determined. And, of course, the pastime for which Spain is known the world over -- the bull fight -- is a mirror of the passion and romance of the Spanish soul. Even in its architecture, Spain reflects centuries of pride. Its castles are so beautiful that daydreamers around the world are accused of "building castles in Spain." Today, Spanish cities are accented by the glories of the past as magnificent museums and fabulous monuments stand beside modern skyscrapers and industrial complexes. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 121559 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
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Aug. 20, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) oil painting
Est: $450 - $600
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) TITLE: Northwest Territory YEAR: 2008 MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower left NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the Canada 17c Flags of Canada Northwest Territory stamp issued June 15, 1979. The Northwest Territories represent more than one third of the land area of Canada. Out of the original Northwest Territories came the Provinces of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta, as well as the northernmost edges of both Quebec and Ontario. Originally, nearly all of the Northwest Territories were lands granted by the British Parliament to the Hudson's Bay Company. But when the Dominion of Canada was organized, these Territories were taken over by the new government, and all British possessions in the far north were transferred to Dominion control. Bit by bit, the Northwest Territories were developed, and bit by bit, large regions were annexed by neighboring Provinces. Nearly all of the lands in the far north are useless for agriculture, and are so forbidding in their landscape and climate that no settlement exists for hundreds of miles. But the rich mineral resources of the Territories are changing the picture in the far north, and though the Territories are governed directly from Ottawa, more and more responsibility is being transferred to local authorities and to the Territorial government at Yellowknife. As shortages of oil, natural gas, and other mineral resources begin to plague the lands to the south, the vast resources of the Northwest Territories promise to make Canada one of the world's leading energy producing nations. And the lands once described as "the barren reaches of the frozen north" will be opened to development at last. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 122933 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
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Aug. 20, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) mixed media painting
Est: $475 - $625
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Thailand YEAR: 1981 MEDIUM: mixed media on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 18 x 15 inches / 45 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower left NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the U.N. 20c Thailand Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 25, 1981. Today's visitor to Thailand is immediately struck by the harmonious relationship between the old ways and the new. From modern airports and deluxe hotels to royal ceremonies, colorful Buddhist temples, and age-old canal marketplaces, Thailand seems to span centuries of history within her borders. Although Western dress has become more and more fashionable in the cities, the countryside has changed little over the years, and the ruins of the ancient Thai capital, Ayuthia, seem scarcely out of place. Thailand's modernization has been relatively smooth because traditional social standards, religious values, and the ancient, India-derived conception of governmental authority have remained unchanged. Thus, this southeast Asian country has managed to enjoy considerable economic prosperity, yet retain its distinctive cultural flavor. The economy of Thailand is still closely tied to the ownership of land, and the country produces a tremendous variety of savory fruits, such as mangoes, bananas, pineapples, litchis, and mangosteens. Visitors to the country's magnificent and valuable teakwood forests might very well see elephants being used to haul huge logs, just as they have done for centuries. And it would not be at all unusual to encounter a mammoth statue of Buddha, or a yellow-robed monk, for the industrious Thais continue to practice the Buddhist religion of their ancient ancestors. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 122089 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
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Jul. 02, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) gouache painting
Est: $400 - $500
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Tourism in Western US - Yellowstone, Rodeo YEAR: 1980 MEDIUM: gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 18 x 15 inches / 45 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower right PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 118704 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
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Jul. 02, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) gouache painting
Est: $400 - $500
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: China Scenes YEAR: 1983 MEDIUM: watercolor and gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower left NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the U.N. 20c China Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 23, 1983. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 118703 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
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Jun. 11, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) watercolor painting
Est: $425 - $550
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) TITLE: Lone Wolf, Chief Of The Kiowas (titled on label) MEDIUM: watercolor on paper CONDITION: Excellent. Framed under glass. ART SIZE: 8 x 9 inches / 20 x 22 cm FRAME SIZE: 13 x 12 inches / 33 x 30 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: has artist's labels on verso CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 123785 US Shipping $42 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
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Jun. 11, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) mixed media painting
Est: $450 - $600
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Italy YEAR: 1984 MEDIUM: mixed media on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: This painting is the original which was published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the U.N. 20c Italy Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 21, 1984. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 122280 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
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Jun. 11, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) gouache painting
Est: $475 - $625
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Spain YEAR: 1987 MEDIUM: gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the U.N. 25c Spain Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 14, 1988. A country of thirty-three million people, Spain is as diverse as its populace. A peninsula divided by many mountain ranges, Spain has always been home to a variety of cultures and regions. Once a great empire, this land has also served as a crossroad to conquest and to trade routes leading to riches. Thus, through history, Spain has been the scene of many wars, invasions and conflicts. Still, her people have developed a strong pride in their traditions. Today, they are proud of their common Spanish heritage, despite the regional differences. In remote villages of Catalonia along the Balearic Sea, in the three Basque Provinces, in the mountain country of Navarre, in northwestern Galicia and indeed throughout all Spain, the people share a sense of personal dignity and hold the qualities of honor and courage in highest esteem. The culture reflects it. Spanish art is often strong and bold, its native dances like the flamenco -- are fiery and determined. And, of course, the pastime for which Spain is known the world over -- the bull fight -- is a mirror of the passion and romance of the Spanish soul. Even in its architecture, Spain reflects centuries of pride. Its castles are so beautiful that daydreamers around the world are accused of "building castles in Spain." Today, Spanish cities are accented by the glories of the past as magnificent museums and fabulous monuments stand beside modern skyscrapers and industrial complexes. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 121559 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jun. 11, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) mixed media painting
Est: $475 - $625
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Israel YEAR: 1983 MEDIUM: mixed media on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the U.N. 20c Israel Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 23, 1983. Although the people of this nation claim a history that dates back to biblical times, the Middle Eastern country of Israel is relatively young -- and is solving the problems of a new nation. In spite of poor natural resources, the economy of Israel has grown tremendously during the second half of the twentieth century. The Israeli people are meeting the challenges of today, a fact which is especially evident in the large, expanding cities of this ambitious nation. Spreading to the edge of the Mediterranean Sea is the city of Tel Aviv-Yafo . . . which is the country's busiest and largest city. Where the arid, scorching sands once ruled, now rows of modem apartment buildings reach high into the crystal azure of the desert sky. However, the Israeli interest in the modern world has not caused them to forget their past and their religious beliefs. The modern capital of Jerusalem is considered a holy city by several major world religions. Followers of the Jewish faith consider Jerusalem a holy city because it was their political and religious center during biblical times. Christians remember that Jesus was crucified here, and many other events of his life took place in and around Jerusalem. Muslims believe that the founder of Islam - Muhammed - rose to heaven from Jerusalem. With a deep commitment to the past and present, Israelis have great faith in their country and in themselves. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 121558 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
May. 20, 2023
Mel Crawford's "Charlie's World" Limited Edition Print
Est: $40 - $50
Mel Crawford's "Charlie's World" circa 1974, limited edition print on paper, signed lower right, and dated lower left, from the Franklin Mint. This piece is of an elderly man smoking a pipe, inside his houseboat. This piece is in mint condition, has been professionally matted, and comes in its original folder.
Oakwood Auctions
May. 14, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) oil painting
Est: $475 - $625
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) TITLE: Northwest Territory YEAR: 2008 MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower left NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the Canada 17c Flags of Canada Northwest Territory stamp issued June 15, 1979. The Northwest Territories represent more than one third of the land area of Canada. Out of the original Northwest Territories came the Provinces of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta, as well as the northernmost edges of both Quebec and Ontario. Originally, nearly all of the Northwest Territories were lands granted by the British Parliament to the Hudson's Bay Company. But when the Dominion of Canada was organized, these Territories were taken over by the new government, and all British possessions in the far north were transferred to Dominion control. Bit by bit, the Northwest Territories were developed, and bit by bit, large regions were annexed by neighboring Provinces. Nearly all of the lands in the far north are useless for agriculture, and are so forbidding in their landscape and climate that no settlement exists for hundreds of miles. But the rich mineral resources of the Territories are changing the picture in the far north, and though the Territories are governed directly from Ottawa, more and more responsibility is being transferred to local authorities and to the Territorial government at Yellowknife. As shortages of oil, natural gas, and other mineral resources begin to plague the lands to the south, the vast resources of the Northwest Territories promise to make Canada one of the world's leading energy producing nations. And the lands once described as "the barren reaches of the frozen north" will be opened to development at last. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 122933 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
May. 14, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) mixed media painting
Est: $500 - $650
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Thailand YEAR: 1981 MEDIUM: mixed media on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 18 x 15 inches / 45 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower left NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the U.N. 20c Thailand Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 25, 1981. Today's visitor to Thailand is immediately struck by the harmonious relationship between the old ways and the new. From modern airports and deluxe hotels to royal ceremonies, colorful Buddhist temples, and age-old canal marketplaces, Thailand seems to span centuries of history within her borders. Although Western dress has become more and more fashionable in the cities, the countryside has changed little over the years, and the ruins of the ancient Thai capital, Ayuthia, seem scarcely out of place. Thailand's modernization has been relatively smooth because traditional social standards, religious values, and the ancient, India-derived conception of governmental authority have remained unchanged. Thus, this southeast Asian country has managed to enjoy considerable economic prosperity, yet retain its distinctive cultural flavor. The economy of Thailand is still closely tied to the ownership of land, and the country produces a tremendous variety of savory fruits, such as mangoes, bananas, pineapples, litchis, and mangosteens. Visitors to the country's magnificent and valuable teakwood forests might very well see elephants being used to haul huge logs, just as they have done for centuries. And it would not be at all unusual to encounter a mammoth statue of Buddha, or a yellow-robed monk, for the industrious Thais continue to practice the Buddhist religion of their ancient ancestors. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 122089 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Apr. 09, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) gouache painting
Est: $425 - $525
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Tourism in Western US - Yellowstone, Rodeo YEAR: 1980 MEDIUM: gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 18 x 15 inches / 45 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower right PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 118704 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Apr. 09, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) gouache painting
Est: $425 - $525
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: China Scenes YEAR: 1983 MEDIUM: watercolor and gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower left NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the U.N. 20c China Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 23, 1983. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 118703 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Apr. 02, 2023
Mel Crawford (B. 1925) "Rwanda" Original
Est: $100 - $1,000
Mel Crawford (Canadian, B. 1925) "Rwanda" Signed lower left. Original Oil painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting originally appeared on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the U.N. 15c Rwanda Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 26, 1980. Sometimes called the African Switzerland, Rwanda is a land of beautiful lakes, deep valleys and magnificent snow-capped mountains. A country of a thousand hills with a mean altitude of 5,250 feet, it is also the land of perpetual spring despite the fact that it lies only seventy-five miles south of the equator. The high, level plateaus of Rwanda keep the climate cool and pleasant throughout the year. Twenty-three crystal-clear lakes and two national parks are the pride of the native people. In Akagera National Park, lions, buffalo, zebra and antelope roam freely in the beauty of their natural surroundings, while Volcanoes National Park is the home of the mountain gorilla. In the Mutara Hunting Grounds, all species of game abound. Rwanda is bordered on the northwest by a range of volcanoes and some of its many rivers constitute the source of the Nile. Located in the heart of Africa, in the great African rift, this tiny country is one of the most crowded on the continent, with more than four million people on only 10,170 square miles. The natives are eighty-five percent Bahutu and fifteen percent Watusi. The Bahutu are farmers who raise only enough food to feed their families. The Watusi are known for their great height and skillful dancing. They raise cattle for almost all their food and other needs. Even today, the people of Rwanda maintain their tribal traditions, with kinship and regional loyalties taking high priorities. About half practice tribal religions; the other half are Christians. Image Size: 14.5 x 11.75 in. Overall Size: 17.25 x 15 in. Unframed. (B05749)
Helmuth Stone
Apr. 02, 2023
Mel Crawford (B. 1925) "Robert Stanley Weir" Oil
Est: $100 - $1,000
Mel Crawford (Canadian, B. 1925) "Robert Stanley Weir" Signed lower left. Original Oil on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the Canada 17c "O Canada" stamp issued June 6, 1980. From the time it was first heard on June 24, 1880, O Canada remained a favorite throughout French Canada. In 1908, when a Montreal lawyer, Robert Stanley Weir, wrote the accepted English words for O Canada, this ver- sion became a favorite among the country's English speaking citizens. Weir's poetic words were a tribute to Quebec's Tercentenary and, by 1921, they had been officially adopted by the Association of Canadian Clubs and other national bodies that often opened their regular meetings with the patriotic song. In 1927, and again in 1939, Weir's version of O Canada was officially published to celebrate important national occasions. By this time, it had found its way into the hearts of a younger generation of Canadi- ans when it was printed in front of grammar school books throughout the Canadian provinces. Today, both the French and English words for O Canada are widely accepted as appropriate versions of the unofficial Canadian national anthem, and the moving melody is often heard all across Canada's vast domain. Image Size: 14.25 x 12.25 in. Overall Size: 17 x 15 in. Unframed. (B06461)
Helmuth Stone
Mar. 12, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) watercolor painting
Est: $425 - $550
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) TITLE: Lone Wolf, Chief Of The Kiowas (titled on label) MEDIUM: watercolor on paper CONDITION: Excellent. Framed under glass. ART SIZE: 8 x 9 inches / 20 x 22 cm FRAME SIZE: 13 x 12 inches / 33 x 30 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: has artist's labels on verso CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 123785 US Shipping $42 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Mar. 12, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) mixed media painting
Est: $475 - $625
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Italy YEAR: 1984 MEDIUM: mixed media on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: This painting is the original which was published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the U.N. 20c Italy Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 21, 1984. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 122280 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Mar. 12, 2023
Mel Crawford (CT,Canada,1925-2015) gouache painting
Est: $500 - $650
ARTIST: Mel Crawford (Canadian, Connecticut, 1925 - 2015) NAME: Spain YEAR: 1987 MEDIUM: gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm BOARD SIZE: 17 x 15 inches / 43 x 38 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: This painting was originally published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the U.N. 25c Spain Flags of the U.N. Series stamp issued September 14, 1988. A country of thirty-three million people, Spain is as diverse as its populace. A peninsula divided by many mountain ranges, Spain has always been home to a variety of cultures and regions. Once a great empire, this land has also served as a crossroad to conquest and to trade routes leading to riches. Thus, through history, Spain has been the scene of many wars, invasions and conflicts. Still, her people have developed a strong pride in their traditions. Today, they are proud of their common Spanish heritage, despite the regional differences. In remote villages of Catalonia along the Balearic Sea, in the three Basque Provinces, in the mountain country of Navarre, in northwestern Galicia and indeed throughout all Spain, the people share a sense of personal dignity and hold the qualities of honor and courage in highest esteem. The culture reflects it. Spanish art is often strong and bold, its native dances like the flamenco -- are fiery and determined. And, of course, the pastime for which Spain is known the world over -- the bull fight -- is a mirror of the passion and romance of the Spanish soul. Even in its architecture, Spain reflects centuries of pride. Its castles are so beautiful that daydreamers around the world are accused of "building castles in Spain." Today, Spanish cities are accented by the glories of the past as magnificent museums and fabulous monuments stand beside modern skyscrapers and industrial complexes. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 121559 US Shipping $49 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mel Crawford was a Canadian-American children's book illustrator and comics artist. He drew horror and fantasy comics for Western Publishing, but is best known for adapting various child-oriented media into beautiful children's books. Crawford was so good in adapting the graphic style of other artists that he became a much sought-after illustrator. He worked for various different film and TV companies and made books starring some of the most popular fictional characters of the 20th century, from Disney and Hanna-Barbera to Jim Henson Productions.
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