John Gannam Paintings & Artwork for Sale | John Gannam Art Value Price Guide

Oct. 21, 2023
JOHN GANNAM (AMERICAN 1907-1965)
Est: $600 - $800
JOHN GANNAM (AMERICAN 1907-1965) Crossing the River watercolor on paper 31 x 46 cm (12 1/4 x 18 1/8 in.), unframed signed lower right and upper left CONDITION The work is in good condition, some surface grime, a 1-inch tear along the upper edge, several minuscule scuffing spots lower center, no other visible issues to report. N.B. All lots are sold in as-is condition at the time of sale. Please note that any condition statement regarding works of art is given as a courtesy to our clients in order to assist them in assessing the condition. The report is a genuine opinion held by Shapiro Auctions and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report or a photograph does not preclude the absence of defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Shapiro Auctions, LLC., including its consultants and agents, shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Shapiro Auctions LLC
Oct. 21, 2023
JOHN GANNAM (AMERICAN 1907-1965)
Est: $800 - $1,200
JOHN GANNAM (AMERICAN 1907-1965) Horses on River oil on panel 40 x 55 cm (15 3/4 x 21 5/8 in.), framed dimensions: 56 x 71 cm (22 x 28 in.) signed and with Gannam Estate Stamp on verso CONDITION Observed in frame, the painting is in good condition. Some small spot of paint loss along the lower edge. Not inspected under UV light. To request inspection, please, email info@shapiroauctions.com. N.B. All lots are sold in as-is condition at the time of sale. Please note that any condition statement regarding works of art is given as a courtesy to our clients in order to assist them in assessing the condition. The report is a genuine opinion held by Shapiro Auctions and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report or a photograph does not preclude the absence of defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Shapiro Auctions, LLC., including its consultants and agents, shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Shapiro Auctions LLC
Oct. 28, 2020
JOHN GANNAM (1907-1965)
Est: €5,200 - €5,500
Teenager sitting on stairs talking on phone Story illustration, Good Housekeeping, April 13, 1944 Watercolor 41 x 31 cm Provenance: Private collection, Italy American painter and illustrator who worked for popular magazines. Gannam realized watercolor series for advertisements inspired by Edward Hopper and Winslow Homer. His main works were dedicated to sheets and blanket commercials. In fact, he managed to portray deep and emotional relationships between housewives and their new blankets. He also painted many flower watercolors in his free time.
Hermitage Fine Art
Sep. 13, 2020
Painting Watercolor on Board by John Gannam
Est: $100 - $150
Painting Illustration Watercolor on Board by John Gannam, American (1907-1964) Signed Upper Right & Dated '49. Condition: Needs Repair on Some Edges. Dimensions: Sight- 19.25" x 14.75". Provenance from a Long Island NY Estate. Please note the absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with this lot. Please contact us for a detailed condition report.
World Auction Gallery
Jul. 05, 2019
JOHN GANNAM (1907-1965), Talking to private detective, circa 1950s Gouache on board 30,5x48 cm, American painter and illustrator who worked for popular magazines. G
Est: €1,800 - €2,000
JOHN GANNAM (1907-1965), Talking to private detective, circa 1950s Gouache on board 30,5x48 cm, American painter and illustrator who worked for popular magazines. Gannam realized watercolor series for advertisements inspired by Edward Hopper and Winslow Homer. His main works were dedicated to sheets and blanket commercials. In fact, he managed to portray deep and emotional relationships between housewives and their new blankets. He also painted many flower watercolors in his free time.
Hermitage Fine Art
Jun. 19, 2019
JOHN GANNAM, (AMERICAN 1907-1965), "HE WENT FORWARD AND KNOCKED DOWN THE RIFLE..."
Est: $400 - $600
JOHN GANNAM (american 1907-1965) "HE WENT FORWARD AND KNOCKED DOWN THE RIFLE..." Watercolor en grisaille on card 17 x 21 1/4 in. (43.2 x 54cm) provenance: Illustration House, New York, n.d. The Collection of Victor Niederhoffer. LITERATURE: Collier's Magazine, n.d.
Freeman's | Hindman
Mar. 18, 2018
JOHN GANNAM GOUACHE ON BOARD, C. 1951
Est: $700 - $1,000
JOHN GANNAM, (US, 1907-1965), GOUACHE ON BOARD, C. 1951 H 21'', W 18 1/2'', "HOME LIFE IN AMERICA" "HOME LIFE IN AMERICA: SHOWING OFF THE NEW AQUARIUM". A FULL COLOR GOUACHE ON BOARD BY JOHN GANNAM, AN ILLUSTRATOR FOR 'WOMAN'S HOME COMPANION', 'COSMOPOLITAN', AND 'LADIES' HOME JOURNAL'. THE WORK WAS DONE AS PRELIMINARY FOR AN ADVERTISEMENT THAT WOULD BE NUMBER 60 IN THE SERIES "HOME LIFE IN AMERICA". THE ADVERTISEMENT WAS PRODUCED BY THE UNITED STATES BREWERS' ASSOCIATION, AND RAN IN THE OCTOBER 1951 ISSUE OF 'WOMEN'S HOME COMPANION'. THE WORK IS FROM THE PFEIFFER BREWING CO. HEADQUARTERS.
DuMouchelles
May. 25, 2017
JOHN GANNAM (New York, 1907-1965)
Est: $400 - $600
mother and child in the grasses, watercolor and gouache, signed 'Gannam' (lower right), sight 14x19in., overall framed 23x28in. Opening Bid: $300/ Provenance: Acquired directly from the artist, likely in the 1940's, thence by family descent.
Leighton Galleries
Jan. 23, 2014
JOHN GANNAM. Suburban canoodling.
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
JOHN GANNAM. Suburban canoodling. Watercolor and pencil on board. 262x471mm; 10 1/4x16 1/2 inches. Signed in pencil, lower margin. Circa 1950s.
Swann Auction Galleries
Dec. 03, 2011
JOHN GANNAM (American, 1907-1965); Four original
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
JOHN GANNAM (American, 1907-1965); Four original oil on panel illustrations (framed): cheerleader, two of sports fans and drum majorette; Signed; Each: 10'' x 8''
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Feb. 11, 2011
JOHN GANNAM (American, 1907-1955) Scandinavian Mother w
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
JOHN GANNAM (American, 1907-1955) Scandinavian Mother with Children Oil on board 28 x 20.5 in. Not signed Illustration for Good Housekeeping magazine, October 1959.
Heritage Auctions
Feb. 11, 2011
JOHN GANNAM (American, 1907-1955) Mother and Child Wate
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
JOHN GANNAM (American, 1907-1955) Mother and Child Watercolor and gouache on board 23.5 x 16 in. Signed lower left
Heritage Auctions
Dec. 04, 2010
John Gannam (1907-1965) Illustration, Saturday
Est: -
John Gannam (1907-1965) Illustration, Saturday Evening Post; Two men in office with distraught woman.
Illustration House
Aug. 17, 2010
JOHN GANNAM (American, 1907-1955) Impromptu Concert, U.
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
JOHN GANNAM (American, 1907-1955) Impromptu Concert, U.S. Brewers Foundation ad, 1950 Gouache on board 23 x 19 in. Signed lower left The Art Directors Club 29th Annual National Exhibition label on verso.
Heritage Auctions
May. 22, 2010
John Gannam (1907-1965) Story illustration,
Est: -
John Gannam (1907-1965) Story illustration, Woman's Home Companion, November 1938, p. 17; Older man at desk and young woman sit near pot bellied stove.
Illustration House
Dec. 12, 2009
John Gannam (1907-1965) Illustration: ÒGunpowder
Est: -
John Gannam (1907-1965) Illustration: ÒGunpowder TeaÓ; Man helps woman to step between flatboats.
Illustration House
Dec. 12, 2009
John Gannam (1907-1965) Story illustration, Good
Est: -
John Gannam (1907-1965) Story illustration, Good Housekeeping, april 13, 1944; Teenager sitting on stairs talking on phone.
Illustration House
Oct. 27, 2009
JOHN GANNAM (American, 1897-1955) Hollywood Wife,
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
JOHN GANNAM (American, 1897-1955) Hollywood Wife, story illustration Watercolor on board 16.5 x 12.5 in. Signed upper right From the Estate of Charles Martignette.
Heritage Auctions
Oct. 27, 2009
JOHN GANNAM (American, 1907-1955) Mother and
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
JOHN GANNAM (American, 1907-1955) Mother and Child, Pacific Sheets ad illustration, c. 1945 Watercolor and gouache on board 13 x 11.5 in. Signed upper right From the Estate of Charles Martignette.
Heritage Auctions
Sep. 11, 2009
John Gannam
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Flower market, oil on canvas, 20" x 24", SLR "John Gannam". Artist: American, 20th century. Shipping: $150.00 plus insurance.
Alderfer Auction
Mar. 12, 2009
JOHN GANNAM (American 1907 - 1965) The
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
JOHN GANNAM (American 1907 - 1965) The Conspirators, Collier's Weekly story illustration, c. 1933 Ink and white paint on paper 16 x 22 in. Signed lower right Property from the Tip and Patricia Freeman Collection.
Heritage Auctions
Dec. 12, 2007
John Gannam American, 1907-1965 Young and Old Conversing
Est: $700 - $900
John Gannam American, 1907-1965 Young and Old Conversing Signed Gannam and dedicated To Olga (ll) Gouache with traces of graphite on paper Sight 7 3/8 x 5 1/4 inches
Doyle New York
Jun. 02, 2007
John Gannam (1907-1965)
Est: -
Story illustration: 'Cold Trails', author: Alan LeMay, Collier's, March 4, 1933; - Two groups of cowboys squaring off at water's edge.
Illustration House
Oct. 29, 2004
JOHN GANNAM A.N.A. (1907-1965)
Est: $2,000 -
JOHN GANNAM A.N.A. (1907-1965) Original Magazine Story Illustration Watercolor on paper. 16in. x 26.5in. (sight size) Signed and dated lower left: John Gannam, May, 1930 Inscribed lower left: To Morris Weiss Provenance: Morris Weiss collection John Gannam's mastery of the watercolor medium enabled him to add elan to any subject, even a roadside heist by highwaymen. Gannam was a member of the American Watercolor Society, was on the faculty of the Danbury Academy of Arts, and was elected to the Society of Illustrators' Hall of Fame in 1981.
Heritage Auctions
Jun. 29, 2004
JOHN GANNAM 1907-1965
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
signed GANNAM, l.l. gouache on paper Condition Note: in good condition; pinholes at upper corners; sheet sits between frame and glass with no adhesives
Sotheby's
Jun. 29, 2004
JOHN GANNAM
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
signed JOHN GANNAM, l.r. gouache on paper Condition Note: in fairly good condition; image is vibrant and colors are crisp; sheet is a bit worn, though--lower left corner is missing as is an area (about 1 by 1 in) just under upper right corner (both are under mat); sheet is hinged to backing with pieces of white tape along upper edge on verso
Sotheby's
Jun. 29, 2004
JOHN GANNAM
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
signed JOHN GANNAM, l.r. gouache on paper Condition Note: in good condition, generally; corners are slightly worn (a small portion of lower right corner is missing; pigment loss at upper left edge); sheet is hinged to backing with pieces of white paper tape executed in 1946
Sotheby's
Mar. 11, 2004
John Gannam (1907-1965)
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Van Hueme and Baume signed 'Gannam' (upper right) gouache and pencil on paper 14 1/2 x 17 3/4 in. (36.8 x 45.1 cm.)
Christie's
Nov. 15, 2003
John Gannam 1907-1965 Advertisement: Crowd leaving church on Christmas Eve. "We fight... that the Spirit of Christmas shall live to guide the hopes and destinies of men [...] The Saturday Evening Post" Saturday Evening PostDecember 19, 1942;
Est: $3,000 - $4,000
John Gannam 1907-1965 Advertisement: Crowd leaving church on Christmas Eve. "We fight... that the Spirit of Christmas shall live to guide the hopes and destinies of men [...] The Saturday Evening Post" Saturday Evening PostDecember 19, 1942; watercolor and gouache, 15.25 x 23.5in., signed lr
Illustration House
Nov. 15, 2003
John Gannam 1907-1965 Advertisement: Young woman pauses from her book to admire photograph on nightstand. "there is always one..." St. Mary's Blankets1949; watercolor and gouache, 20 x 16in. signed ul
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
John Gannam 1907-1965 Advertisement: Young woman pauses from her book to admire photograph on nightstand. "there is always one..." St. Mary's Blankets1949; watercolor and gouache, 20 x 16in. signed ul
Illustration House
May. 10, 2003
John Gannam 1907-1965 Story illustration: Counterfeiter inspects the goods while another looks on. gouache on board, 19.5 x 20.5in, not signed
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
John Gannam 1907-1965 Story illustration: Counterfeiter inspects the goods while another looks on. gouache on board, 19.5 x 20.5in, not signed
Illustration House
Nov. 09, 2002
[ Illustration ] John Gannam 1907-1965 Advertisement: Mother and dozing baby lying on bed. "Quittin' Time", Pacific Sheets, 1947; watercolor, 13 x 11.5in signed ur
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
[ Illustration ] John Gannam 1907-1965 Advertisement: Mother and dozing baby lying on bed. "Quittin' Time", Pacific Sheets, 1947; watercolor, 13 x 11.5in signed ur
Illustration House