Val Cushing Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Val Cushing Art Value Price Guide

Dec. 10, 2024
Val Murat Cushing (American 1931 - 2013), Glazed Pottery Bowl, 3 1/4 x 5 1/2 in. (8.3 x 14 cm.)
Est: $100 - $200
Val Murat Cushing (American 1931 - 2013), Glazed Pottery Bowl,
Weschler's
Dec. 04, 2024
VAL CUSHING, LIDDED STONEWARE STORAGE JAR, ON BASE
Est: $400 - $800
Val Murat Cushing (American, 1931-2013). Untitled - Polychrome Storage Jar - circa 1990, polychrome glazed stoneware, inscribed signature and stamped mark to the underside. With colorless acrylic base. Provenance: From an important Atlanta estate. Approximate dimensions: storage jar h. 16.5", dia. 13.5"; base h. 8.25", sq. 14.5".
Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
Oct. 05, 2024
Val Murat Cushing, New York (1931 - 2013), art pottery lidded jar, stoneware, 6 1/2"H x 7 1/2"Diam. (with lid)
Est: $200 - $400
Val Murat Cushing New York, (1931 - 2013) art pottery lidded jar stoneware Incised signature under base. Biography from the Archives of askART: Following is the obituary of the artist by Charles Edmondson, President and published on the website of Alfred University. It is my sad task to inform you of the death of one of Alfred University's most accomplished faculty members. Val Murat Cushing of Alfred Station, emeritus professor of ceramics in the College of Ceramics, husband, father, artist, alumnus, colleague, friend, gentleman, died Sunday, Nov. 17, 2013. He is survived by his wife, Elsie; a daughter, Karen; two sons, Mark and Eric; and seven grandchildren. At Val's request there will be no calling hours or services. Val earned both his bachelor of fine arts and master of fine arts degrees from the School of Art and Design at AU, in 1952 and 1956, respectively. He joined the faculty in the School in September 1957 and stayed for 40 years, retiring at the end of the 1996-97 academic year. Val, considered one of the foremost contemporary ceramic artists in the United States, created functional pottery and sculptural ceramic vessels using forms, colors, and textures inspired by nature. He was known for his glazes and used clean, simple lines and simplicity to explore the richness of surface in pottery. Val's elegant pieces, including casseroles and storage jars, reflect the early history of ceramic art in Alfred. He said his earthy, subdued colors were inspired by the autumn scenes in the Alfred landscapes. In his own words: "I try to make pots that are a pleasure to use, that are beautiful in form and color, and that will find a comfortable place in our homes." One of those pieces, a glazed ceramic jar, was selected to adorn former Vice President Walter Mondale's official residence on the grounds of the U.S. Naval Observatory in Washington, D.C. According to his own website, Val "found his profession to be challenging, always stimulating, and one filled with memories of friendships and wonderful students." In 1990, Val was honored as an outstanding alumnus during Alumni Reunion activities for his achievements as an artist and his dedication and devotion to AU students as a teacher.??Val continued to be active in his teaching and in his work. This past September he lectured our students on campus, providing a brief history of the evolution of the College of Ceramics and the growth of the School of Art and Design through 1997. In addition, he provided a retrospective of his personal work, from grad school to 2010, and discussed sources, influences, ideas, and various aesthetic approaches. Throughout his career, Val gave more than 250 lectures, workshops, and demonstrations around the world. His pottery has been featured in more than 300 exhibitions and numerous one-person shows and is included in many prestigious public and private collections, including the American Craft Museum, New York City; the Everson Museum, Syracuse, NY; the Rochester (NY) Memorial Art Gallery; Honolulu Academy of the Arts; Brooklyn Museum of Art; The Cooper/Hewitt, New York City; Renwick Gallery, The Smithsonian, Washington, D.C.; and the Shigaracki Museum of Ceramics, Japan. He was a founding member and former president of the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts, as well as a Fellow of the American Craft Council. The American Ceramic Society named him Ceramic Artist of the Year in 1977. He was also the recipient of a State University of New York Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching. In 1981, he was the first recipient of AU's Distinguished Service Award. He also was the recipient of a National Endowment for the Arts fellowship and a Fulbright grant for teaching and research in Manchester, England, as an artist-in-residence grant at the Archie Bray Foundation, and at the University of Wolverhampton, England. Our sincere sympathy goes out to Val's family and friends. His passing is a great loss for our community and the art world. Charles M. Edmondson, President
Ripley Auctions
Oct. 05, 2024
Val Murat Cushing, New York (1931 - 2013), art pottery tall lidded jar, 1996, stoneware, 14 1/4"H x 7 3/4"Diam.
Est: $200 - $400
Val Murat Cushing New York, (1931 - 2013) art pottery tall lidded jar, 1996 stoneware Incised signature and date under base. Biography from the Archives of askART: Following is the obituary of the artist by Charles Edmondson, President and published on the website of Alfred University. It is my sad task to inform you of the death of one of Alfred University's most accomplished faculty members. Val Murat Cushing of Alfred Station, emeritus professor of ceramics in the College of Ceramics, husband, father, artist, alumnus, colleague, friend, gentleman, died Sunday, Nov. 17, 2013. He is survived by his wife, Elsie; a daughter, Karen; two sons, Mark and Eric; and seven grandchildren. At Val's request there will be no calling hours or services. Val earned both his bachelor of fine arts and master of fine arts degrees from the School of Art and Design at AU, in 1952 and 1956, respectively. He joined the faculty in the School in September 1957 and stayed for 40 years, retiring at the end of the 1996-97 academic year. Val, considered one of the foremost contemporary ceramic artists in the United States, created functional pottery and sculptural ceramic vessels using forms, colors, and textures inspired by nature. He was known for his glazes and used clean, simple lines and simplicity to explore the richness of surface in pottery. Val's elegant pieces, including casseroles and storage jars, reflect the early history of ceramic art in Alfred. He said his earthy, subdued colors were inspired by the autumn scenes in the Alfred landscapes. In his own words: "I try to make pots that are a pleasure to use, that are beautiful in form and color, and that will find a comfortable place in our homes." One of those pieces, a glazed ceramic jar, was selected to adorn former Vice President Walter Mondale's official residence on the grounds of the U.S. Naval Observatory in Washington, D.C. According to his own website, Val "found his profession to be challenging, always stimulating, and one filled with memories of friendships and wonderful students." In 1990, Val was honored as an outstanding alumnus during Alumni Reunion activities for his achievements as an artist and his dedication and devotion to AU students as a teacher.??Val continued to be active in his teaching and in his work. This past September he lectured our students on campus, providing a brief history of the evolution of the College of Ceramics and the growth of the School of Art and Design through 1997. In addition, he provided a retrospective of his personal work, from grad school to 2010, and discussed sources, influences, ideas, and various aesthetic approaches. Throughout his career, Val gave more than 250 lectures, workshops, and demonstrations around the world. His pottery has been featured in more than 300 exhibitions and numerous one-person shows and is included in many prestigious public and private collections, including the American Craft Museum, New York City; the Everson Museum, Syracuse, NY; the Rochester (NY) Memorial Art Gallery; Honolulu Academy of the Arts; Brooklyn Museum of Art; The Cooper/Hewitt, New York City; Renwick Gallery, The Smithsonian, Washington, D.C.; and the Shigaracki Museum of Ceramics, Japan. He was a founding member and former president of the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts, as well as a Fellow of the American Craft Council. The American Ceramic Society named him Ceramic Artist of the Year in 1977. He was also the recipient of a State University of New York Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching. In 1981, he was the first recipient of AU's Distinguished Service Award. He also was the recipient of a National Endowment for the Arts fellowship and a Fulbright grant for teaching and research in Manchester, England, as an artist-in-residence grant at the Archie Bray Foundation, and at the University of Wolverhampton, England. Our sincere sympathy goes out to Val's family and friends. His passing is a great loss for our community and the art world. Charles M. Edmondson, President
Ripley Auctions
Dec. 17, 2023
Val Murat Cushing (1931-2013) Pottery
Est: $250 - $350
Val Murat Cushing (1931-2013), A large stoneware pottery bowl with abstract animal head handles. Signed as pictured. Dimensions: 19" from handle to handle, the height is 6 1/2". Provenance: Property from the Estate of Jack R. Bershad.
Locati LLC
Jun. 22, 2023
Val M. Cushing (American, 1931 - 2013)
Est: $100 - $300
Vase. Signed. 9 1/2 x 7 1/2 x 8" (sight); together with two small pottery glasses, both signed (signature illegible and artists unknown). Provenance: Provenance: Estate of Olaf Skoogfors (Artist-Metalsmith, 1930 - 1975); John Axel Prip (Artist-Metalsmith, 1922 - 2009); Judith Skoogfors-Prip (Artist-Educator, 1934 - 2022).
Vallot Auctioneers
May. 21, 2023
Val Murat Cushing (1931 - 2013) Pottery
Est: $250 - $500
A large stoneware bowl with abstract animal head handles. Signed as pictured.
Locati LLC
Aug. 11, 2022
Val Cushing (1931-2013) large covered jar 12 1/2"dia x 8"h
Est: $150 - $250
Val Cushing (1931-2013) large covered jar Alfred, New York glazed ceramic incised signature 'Val Cushing' 12 1/2"dia x 8"h
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
May. 18, 2022
Val Cushing (1931-2013) large lidded jar 11 1/2"dia x 7"h
Est: $300 - $500
Val Cushing (1931-2013) large lidded jar Alfred, New York glazed ceramic incised signature to base 11 1/2"dia x 7"h
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Oct. 23, 2021
VAL CUSHING LIDDED GLAZED CERAMIC VESSEL
Est: $400 - $600
Val Murat Cushing (American/New York, 1931-2013). Covered glazed ceramic vessel, signed underneath. Alternative shorter lid included. Approx. h. 18.5 (with taller lid)
Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
Feb. 25, 2021
Val Cushing (1931-2013) large lidded vessel 13 1/2"dia x 8"h
Est: $400 - $600
Val Cushing (1931-2013) large lidded vessel Alfred, New York glazed ceramic incised signature 13 1/2"dia x 8"h
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Jan. 05, 2021
Val Cushing (Am born 1931), Green and Blue Ceramic Bowl, Diameter: 11-1/2 Height: 3 in
Est: $50 - $100
Val Cushing (Am born 1931), Green and Blue Ceramic Bowl, Diameter: 11-1/2 Height: 3 in
Weschler's
Sep. 02, 2020
Val Cushing (1931-2013) large bowl 11 1/4"dia x 6 3/8"h
Est: $300 - $500
Val Cushing (1931-2013) large bowl Alfred, New York orange glazed ceramic incised signature 11 1/4"dia x 6 3/8"h
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Jun. 28, 2020
Val Cushing (1931-2013) monumental lidded vessel 8 1/2"dia x 23"h
Est: $500 - $700
Val Cushing (1931-2013) monumental lidded vessel Alfred, New York glazed ceramic incised signature 8 1/2"dia x 23"h
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Jun. 27, 2020
VAL CUSHING CERAMIC DISH, 20TH C.
Est: $100 - $200
Cushing, Val (American 1931-2013) glazed ceramic dish with lid. Swirl design on bottom of lid. Signed inside dish. 2 1/2" x 5". Shipping: This lot does not qualify for in house shipping. We will provide a list of our preferred shippers.
Quinn's Auction Galleries
May. 11, 2019
Val Cushing: Art Pottery Large Scale Pitcher
Est: $300 - $500
Exaggerated shape, shaped spout, beveled rim, ring handle, dimpled body, stepped base. Butterscotch, ochre, caramels,reds. Signed bottom. Dimensions: 19.25"H Property from the impressive collection of Arthur & Lillian Weiss, Little Deer Isle, Maine (LDI6315)(JP)
Litchfield Auctions
Mar. 31, 2018
Val Cushing, (American, 1931-2013), studio pottery vase, glazed stoneware, 12 1/2"H
Est: $200 - $400
Val Cushing (American, 1931-2013) studio pottery vase glazed stoneware signed on the base. 12 1/2"H
Ripley Auctions
Sep. 29, 2017
Val Cushing, (American, 1931-2013), studio pottery lidded pitcher, glazed stoneware, 10 1/2"H.
Est: $150 - $250
Val Cushing (American, 1931-2013) studio pottery lidded pitcher glazed stoneware signed and dated 1984. Very good condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. 10 1/2"H.
Ripley Auctions
Jun. 03, 2017
Val Murat Cushing, Vase. 20th century.
Est: $200 - $400
Val Cushing (American, 1931-2013) Vase incorporating eyes and a nose. Second half 20th century. Known for his wheel thrown utilitarian vessels, clean line and earthy colors. Signed on base. 13" x 5 1/2".
Quinn's Auction Galleries
Feb. 25, 2014
Val Cushing (American b. 1931), Green and Blue Bowl
Est: $300 - $500
Val Cushing (American b. 1931) Green and Blue Bowl Incised Val Cushing on underside of base Glazed stoneware Diameter: 12 in
Weschler's
Oct. 26, 2013
VAL CUSHING (b. 1931); Three large glazed
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
VAL CUSHING (b. 1931); Three large glazed stoneware lidded jars in reduction glazes with two additional lids, Alfred, NY, 1980s; All signed and dated; Largest: 23" x 9"; Provenance: The Henry Bauer Collection
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Oct. 26, 2013
VAL CUSHING (b. 1931); Three massive stoneware
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
VAL CUSHING (b. 1931); Three massive stoneware pitchers in reduction glazes, Alfred, NY; All signed; Largest: 20" x 10"; Provenance: The Henry Bauer Collection
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Oct. 26, 2013
VAL CUSHING (b. 1931); Two large lidded stoneware
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
VAL CUSHING (b. 1931); Two large lidded stoneware totemic jars in reduction glazes, Alfred, NY, 1985; Both signed, one dated; Larger: 32" x 10"; Provenance: The Henry Bauer Collection
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Jun. 08, 2013
VAL CUSHING (b. 1931); Tall totemic glazed
Est: $800 - $1,200
VAL CUSHING (b. 1931); Tall totemic glazed stoneware jar, Alfred, NY, 1987; Signed and dated; 34" x 9 1/2"
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Jun. 08, 2013
VAL CUSHING (b. 1931); Three glazed stoneware
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
VAL CUSHING (b. 1931); Three glazed stoneware lidded vessels, Alfred, NY, 1985; All signed, two dated; Tallest: 22" x 10"
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Jun. 08, 2013
VAL CUSHING (b. 1931); Large glazed stoneware bowl
Est: $800 - $1,200
VAL CUSHING (b. 1931); Large glazed stoneware bowl with applied elements, Alfred, NY, 1990s; Signed; 10 1/2" x 17 1/4"
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Jun. 08, 2013
VAL CUSHING (b. 1931); Glazed stoneware lidded jar
Est: $900 - $1,400
VAL CUSHING (b. 1931); Glazed stoneware lidded jar from the "Column" series, Alfred, NY, 2002; Signed and dated with inscription; 19 1/2" x 12"; Exhibited: The "Regis Masters" show at the Northern Clay Center in Minneapolis, MN, where Cushing was given the Regis Masters Award
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Jun. 08, 2013
VAL CUSHING (b. 1931); Two lidded Acorn jars in
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
VAL CUSHING (b. 1931); Two lidded Acorn jars in reduction glazes, Alfred, NY, 1984; Both signed, one dated; 23 1/2" x 13 3/4", 17" x 12"
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Jun. 07, 2002
VAL CUSHING (AMERICAN, BORN 1931)
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
each inscribed Val Cushing and dated 86 and 87 respectively glazed stoneware Executed 1986-87
Sotheby's