David Gilhooly Paintings & Artwork for Sale | David Gilhooly Art Value Price Guide

Mar. 27, 2025
David Gilhooly, Applauding a Frogamid
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
David Gilhooly Applauding a Frogamid 1975 glazed earthenware, wood 6 h x 9 w x 5.5 d in (15 x 23 x 14 cm) Signed, titled and dated to base 'Applauding a Frogamid -5' Tall David Gilhooly 1975'. This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Mar. 27, 2025
David Gilhooly, Peanut Butter Frog on a Ritz
Est: $400 - $600
David Gilhooly Peanut Butter Frog on a Ritz 1989 glazed earthenware 1.25 h x 2.25 w x 1.625 d in (3 x 6 x 4 cm) Incised signature and date to inner edge 'Gilhooly 89'. Provenance: Joseph Chowning Gallery, San Francisco | Collection of Sylvia and Garry Knox Bennett This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Mar. 27, 2025
David Gilhooly, Guardian Frog covered jar
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
David Gilhooly Guardian Frog covered jar 1969 glazed earthenware, wood jar: 10 h x 5 dia in (25 x 13 cm) plinth: 4.25 h x 7.75 dia in (11 x 20 cm) Work features a custom wood plinth made by Garry Knox Bennett. Incised signature to underside of jar 'Gilhooly'. Provenance: Collection of Sylvia and Garry Knox Bennett Exhibited: Dovetailing Art and Life: The Bennett Collection, 23 October 2004 - 16 January 2005, Museum of Craft and Design, San Francisco Literature: Dovetailing Art and Life: The Bennett Collection, Museum of Craft and Design exhibition catalog, pg. 20 illustrates this example This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Feb. 25, 2025
David James Gilhooly III (1943-2013)
Est: $600 - $800
David James Gilhooly III (1943-2013) Four works: "Multi-Dogs," 1988 Monotype in colors on wove paper Signed and dated in pencil in the lower margin, at right: David Gilhooly 1988; titled in pencil, verso; Magnolia Edition, Oakland, CA, pub. Image: 25" H x 16.5" W (irreg.); Sheet: 30" H x 22" W "Sam's Dog," 1987 Monotype in colors on Arches paper Signed and dated in pencil in the lower margin, at right: David Gilhooly 1987; titled in pencil, verso Image: 19.25" H x 20.5" W; Sheet: 30" H x 22" W Untitled, 1988 Monotype in colors on wove paper Signed and dated in pencil in the lower margin, at right: David Gilhooly 1988 Image: 12.5" H x 9.5" W; Sheet: 30" H x 22.25" W "Agate Dog," 1988 Monotype in colors on BFK Rives paper Signed and dated in pencil in the lower margin, at right: David Gilhooly 1988; titled in pencil, verso; Magnolia Edition, Oakland, CA, pub. Image: 17.5" H x 16" W; Sheet: 30" H x 22.25" W
John Moran Auctioneers
Feb. 19, 2025
David Gilhooly, Revenge!
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
David Gilhooly Revenge! 1994 carved and painted found wood object 10.375 h x 12.875 w x 1 d in (26 x 33 x 3 cm) Signed and dated to verso 'David Gilhooly 1994'. Titled to recto 'Revenge!'. Provenance: The Artist | Private Collection | Private Collection, Washington This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Feb. 19, 2025
David Gilhooly, Frog Kabob
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
David Gilhooly Frog Kabob 1991 polychromed bronze 11.5 h x 5.5 dia in (29 x 14 cm) Incised signature, date and number to underside 'Gilhooly 91 1/10' with foundry mark 'JA PL'. This work is number 1 from the edition of 10. Provenance: Private Collection, Washington This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Feb. 19, 2025
David Gilhooly, Frog Oreos (three works)
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
David Gilhooly Frog Oreos (three works) c. 1990 glazed earthenware 1.5 h x 2.5 w x 1.75 d in (4 x 6 x 4 cm) Incised signature to each example 'Gilhooly'. Provenance: Acquired directly from the artist, Collection of Dale and Doug Anderson Literature: David Gilhooly, Baker et al., pg. 59 illustrates similar examples This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Feb. 19, 2025
David Gilhooly, Frog Frying Pan (three works)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
David Gilhooly Frog Frying Pan (three works) 1993, 2004 glazed earthenware 5 h x 6.75 w x 7 d in (13 x 17 x 18 cm) 1.25 h x 6.75 w x 4.75 d in (3 x 17 x 12 cm) 1.5 h x 4 dia in (4 x 10 cm) Incised and glazed signature and date to underside of each example 'Gilhooly 1993', 'Gilhooly 93', and 'Gilhooly 04'. Provenance: Acquired directly from the artist, Collection of Dale and Doug Anderson Literature: David Gilhooly, Baker et al., pg. 57 illustrates similar example This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Feb. 19, 2025
David Gilhooly, Frog Frying Pan
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
David Gilhooly Frog Frying Pan 1993 glazed earthenware 4.5 h x 18.5 w x 13 d in (11 x 47 x 33 cm) Incised signature and date to underside 'Gilhooly 1993'. Provenance: Collection of Dale and Doug Anderson Literature: David Gilhooly, Baker et al., pg. 57 illustrates similar example This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Feb. 14, 2025
David Gilhooly, glazed clay sculpture
Est: $600 - $800
David Gilhooly (American-Canadian, 1943-2013), "Double Decker Frog Sandwich", painted and glazed clay, felt-covered bottom likely covering incised signature, 5.25"h x 7.5"l x 2.5"w
Millea Bros Ltd
Feb. 04, 2025
David James Gilhooly (American, 1943–2013) The Count of Crumbs in Central Park/The Death of the Count of Crumbs
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
David James Gilhooly (American, 1943–2013) The Count of Crumbs in Central Park/The Death of the Count of Crumbs glazed earthenware seemingly unmarked 22½ h × 18 dia in (57 × 46 cm) This lot is located in Philadelphia.
Freeman’s | Hindman
Dec. 01, 2024
David Gilhooly, Frog Pie
Est: $2,500 - $4,500
David Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013), figural ceramic frog pie, 3 1/2" x 6 1/2". Provenance: Estate of the late Maurice & Myna Perlstein of La Jolla, California and Chicago, Illinois
Kaminski Auctions
Dec. 01, 2024
David Gilhooly, Tureen, "The Great Race"
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
David Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013), ceramic tureen, "The Great Race", 1967, 8" x 11". Provenance: Estate of the late Maurice & Myna Perlstein of La Jolla, California and Chicago, Illinois
Kaminski Auctions
Dec. 01, 2024
David Gilhooly, Frog Pizza, Taco, Burrito
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
David Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013), figural ceramic frog pizza, taco, burrito, 4" x 11". Provenance: Estate of the late Maurice & Myna Perlstein of La Jolla, California and Chicago, Illinois
Kaminski Auctions
Nov. 21, 2024
Ceramic Vessels, David James Gilhooly
Est: $500 - $700
(lot of 2) David James Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013), Untitleds (GB 133, GB 132), 1965, ceramic vessels, each signed and dated beneath, overall (largest): 10"h x 4.25"w x 4.25"d
Clars Auctions
Nov. 19, 2024
David James Gilhooly III (1943-2013), British frog, 1978
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
David James Gilhooly III (1943-2013) British frog, 1978 Glazed ceramic and engobe Frog signed and dated to left side: 78 / Gilhooly; stump with incised signature: Gilhooly 2 pieces
John Moran Auctioneers
Nov. 12, 2024
David Gilhooly Ceramic Donut Sculpture 1981
Est: $600 - $1,200
David Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013). Small studio ceramic sculpture depicting a realistic chocolate frosted cake donut, 1981. Incised signature and dated "'81" along the underside. Lot Essay: David Gilhooly, a pioneering artist within the Funk Art movement, is renowned for his subversive and inventive approach to ceramics. Emerging in the late 1960s, Funk Art challenged conventional aesthetics and Abstract Expressionism with its embrace of irreverence and satire, aligning seamlessly with Gilhooly's artistic ethos. His work is notably characterized by whimsical and playful visual motifs including anthropomorphic frog figures, fast food, and pastries. Among his most intriguing contributions to the field are his vivid and convincing donut sculptures, which transcend a mere replication of delectable everyday objects. By elevating the commonplace into the realm of high art, Gilhooly not only expanded the expressive potential of ceramics but also redefined the medium's role in contemporary art discourse.
Revere Auctions
Oct. 27, 2024
DAVID GILHOOLY - Bagel and Cream Cheese
Est: $400 - $500
DAVID GILHOOLY (American/Canadian, 1943-2013) "Bagel and Cream Cheese" 1979 - Painted and glazed clay. Signed and dated on bottom. 4 x 3.5 x 2 inches. Good condition, possible chips on edge of cream cheese, central crack likely from the firing process.
Saskatchewan Network for Art Collecting
Oct. 27, 2024
DAVID GILHOOLY - Chocolate Glaze Donut
Est: $250 - $300
DAVID GILHOOLY (American/Canadian, 1943-2013) "Chocolate Glaze Donut" - Painted and glazed clay. Signed on bottom. 3.5 x 3.5 x 1.5 inches. Very good condition, minor handling marks noted.
Saskatchewan Network for Art Collecting
Oct. 23, 2024
DAVID JAMES GILHOOLY (1943-2013) Group of Three Sculptures (Frog Burrito, Frog Sandwich, and Frog Popsicle)1980 and 2006glazed ceramic, each signed and dated on undersideheight of Frog Burrito 2 3/4in (7cm); width 3 3/4in (9.5cm); depth 6in (5.3cm...
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
DAVID JAMES GILHOOLY (1943-2013) Group of Three Sculptures (Frog Burrito, Frog Sandwich, and Frog Popsicle) 1980 and 2006 glazed ceramic, each signed and dated on underside height of Frog Burrito 2 3/4in (7cm); width 3 3/4in (9.5cm); depth 6in (5.3cm); height of Frog Sandwich 5 1/4in (13.4cm); width 3 1/2in (9cm); depth 8 1/4in (21cm); height of Frog Popsicle 2 1/4in (5.7cm); width 4 3/4in (12cm); depth 6 3/4in (17.2cm) For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Oct. 08, 2024
David Gilhooley (1943-2013) Hot Paw Rare Acrylic Sculpture
Est: $50 - $500
DESCRIPTION: Black acrylic sculpture depicting a group of 5 dogs on a black acrylic stepped base with a small red, orange, and yellow flame in front of them. Underside signed "10/2007 DAVID GILHOOLY 'The Big Dogs of the Insurance Industry' 'HOT PAW!' " CIRCA: 21st cent. ORIGIN: American DIMENSIONS: H: 14.5" W: 7" L: 14" CONDITION: Good condition Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email.
Akiba Galleries
Oct. 02, 2024
David Gilhooly, Diet Frog Platter
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
David Gilhooly Diet Frog Platter 2009 glazed and painted earthenware, mixed media 4 d x 14 dia in (10 x 36 cm) Incised signature and date to underside 'Gilhooly 2009'. Provenance: Private Collection, California This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Oct. 02, 2024
David Gilhooly, Wheaties and Mega Fruit (from the Frog Food series)
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
David Gilhooly Wheaties and Mega Fruit (from the Frog Food series) 1991 glazed earthenware 5.25 h x 6.5 dia in (13 x 17 cm) Incised signature, title and date to underside 'Wheaties and Mega Fruit (illegible) Gilhooly 1991'. This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Oct. 02, 2024
David Gilhooly, Collection of eight works
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
David Gilhooly Collection of eight works 1973 glazed earthenware largest: 1.5 h x 3.5 dia in (4 x 9 cm) smallest: .3785 h x 1.75 dia in (1 x 4 cm) Lot is comprised of seven donuts and one Oreo cookie. Incised signature and date to underside of four examples 'Gilhooly 73' and incised artist's initials and date to three examples 'DG 73'. Provenance: Private Collection Literature: David Gilhooly, Williams et al., pg. 54 illustrates similar examples This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Oct. 02, 2024
David Gilhooly, Frog Sandwich (from the Frog Food series)
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
David Gilhooly Frog Sandwich (from the Frog Food series) 1976 glazed earthenware 4.75 h x 5.25 w x 5 d in (12 x 13 x 13 cm) An unusually large example of this form. Incised signature and date to underside 'Gilhooly 76'. This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Sep. 22, 2024
David James Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013)
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
David James Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013) David James Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013) Group of Five Sculptures, 1981 Glazed ceramic 'Chocolate Mallomars', each incised with the artist's initials and date, in good condition aside from two with small chips on underside 1 x 2 1/4in. (2.5 x 5.7cm/each) Whimsical and irreverent, Mr. Gilhooly was internationally acclaimed for his imaginative ceramic works of animals, food and other subjects. He started his career in 1962 as an assistant to sculptor Robert Arneson, who ran the freewheeling TB-9 ceramics studio at UC Davis From the estate of a Marin County collector
Fine Estate Inc.
Sep. 22, 2024
David James Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013)
Est: $900 - $1,200
David James Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013) David James Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013) Group of Three Sculptures, 1975; 1984 Glazed ceramic 'Hostess Cupcake' and 'Frog Cookies', each incised with the artist's signature and date, in good condition aside from 'Hostess Cupcake' with tiny chip on underside 3 x 4in. (7.5 x 5.7cm/Hostess Cupcake) 1/2 x 4 1/4in. (1.3 x 10.5cm/Frog Cookie) Whimsical and irreverent, Mr. Gilhooly was internationally acclaimed for his imaginative ceramic works of animals, food and other subjects. He started his career in 1962 as an assistant to sculptor Robert Arneson, who ran the freewheeling TB-9 ceramics studio at UC Davis From the estate of a Marin County collector
Fine Estate Inc.
Sep. 22, 2024
David James Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013)
Est: $900 - $1,200
David James Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013) David James Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013) Group of Four Sculptures, 1988 Glazed ceramic 'Chew' Dog Treats, each incised with the artist's signature and date, in good condition aside from each with small chips 1 x 4in. (2.5 x 10cm/each) Whimsical and irreverent, Mr. Gilhooly was internationally acclaimed for his imaginative ceramic works of animals, food and other subjects. He started his career in 1962 as an assistant to sculptor Robert Arneson, who ran the freewheeling TB-9 ceramics studio at UC Davis From the estate of a Marin County collector
Fine Estate Inc.
Sep. 22, 2024
David James Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013)
Est: $900 - $1,200
David James Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013) David James Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013) Group of Four Sculptures, 1980 Glazed ceramic 'Doughnuts' and 'Bagels', each incised with the artist's signature and date, each in good condition aside from one Bagel with a chip in the cream cheese 2 x 4in. (5 x 10cm/each) Whimsical and irreverent, Mr. Gilhooly was internationally acclaimed for his imaginative ceramic works of animals, food and other subjects. He started his career in 1962 as an assistant to sculptor Robert Arneson, who ran the freewheeling TB-9 ceramics studio at UC Davis From the estate of a Marin County collector
Fine Estate Inc.
Sep. 21, 2024
Print, David Gilhooly
Est: $100 - $200
David Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013), "Royal Visit," 1984, etching in colors, signed lower left, dated lower right, image: 12"h x 8.75"w, sheet (unframed): 30"h x 22.5"w
Clars Auctions
Aug. 18, 2024
David Gilhooly, Frog Pie
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
David Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013), figural ceramic frog pie, 3 1/2" x 6 1/2". Provenance: Estate of the late Maurice & Myna Perlstein of La Jolla, California and Chicago, Illinois
Kaminski Auctions
Aug. 18, 2024
David Gilhooly, Frog Cookies and Crackers
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
David Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013), figural ceramic frog cookies and crackers, 3 1/2" x 6 1/2". Provenance: Estate of the late Maurice & Myna Perlstein of La Jolla, California and Chicago, Illinois
Kaminski Auctions
Aug. 18, 2024
David Gilhooly, Tureen, "The Great Race"
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
David Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013), ceramic tureen, "The Great Race", 1967, 8" x 11". Provenance: Estate of the late Maurice & Myna Perlstein of La Jolla, California and Chicago, Illinois
Kaminski Auctions
Aug. 18, 2024
David Gilhooly, Frog Pizza, Taco, Burrito
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
David Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013), figural ceramic frog pizza, taco, burrito, 4" x 11". Provenance: Estate of the late Maurice & Myna Perlstein of La Jolla, California and Chicago, Illinois
Kaminski Auctions
Aug. 17, 2024
Print, David Gilhooly
Est: $200 - $400
David Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013), "Royal Visit," 1984, etching in colors, signed lower left, dated lower right, image: 12"h x 8.75"w, sheet (unframed): 30"h x 22.5"w
Clars Auctions
Aug. 16, 2024
Ceramic Vessels, David James Gilhooly
Est: $800 - $1,200
(lot of 2) David James Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013), Untitleds (GB 133, GB 132), 1965, ceramic vessels, each signed and dated beneath, overall (largest): 10"h x 4.25"w x 4.25"d
Clars Auctions
Jul. 20, 2024
Print, David Gilhooly
Est: $400 - $600
David Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013), "Royal Visit," 1984, etching in colors, signed lower left, dated lower right, image: 12"h x 8.75"w, sheet (unframed): 30"h x 22.5"w
Clars Auctions
Jul. 20, 2024
DAVID GILHOOLY (AMERICAN 1943-2014) FROG IN CLAMSHELL CERAMIC
Est: $1,200 - $2,400
width 6 in; depth 6 in; height 2.75. Fired ceramic frog resting or captured in clamshell. Funk Art American Studio Ceramic Pioneer. Signed by artist.
Woodard Lipe
Jul. 19, 2024
Ceramic Vessels, David James Gilhooly
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
(lot of 2) David James Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013), Untitleds (GB 133, GB 132), 1965, ceramic vessels, each signed and dated beneath, overall (largest): 10"h x 4.25"w x 4.25"d
Clars Auctions
Jun. 25, 2024
David James Gilhooly, 1943-2013, Frog Burger
Est: CHF400 - CHF600
Signed and dated on the bottom.
Germann Auction House Ltd
Jun. 20, 2024
Ceramic Vessels, David James Gilhooly
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
(lot of 2) David James Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013), Untitleds (GB 133, GB 132), 1965, ceramic vessels, each signed and dated beneath, overall (largest): 10"h x 4.25"w x 4.25"d
Clars Auctions
Jun. 12, 2024
David Gilhooly, Hindu Mare Goddess
Est: $3,500 - $4,500
David Gilhooly Hindu Mare Goddess 1973 glazed earthenware 20.75 h x 13.75 w x 13.5 d in (53 x 35 x 34 cm) Incised signature and date to base 'Gilhooly 1973'. Provenance: The Artist | Private Collection | Rago, Sollo: Rago Modern Auction, 2-3 April 2005, Lot 254 | Private Collection, Philadelphia Literature: David Gilhooly, Williams et al., ppg. 32-33 illustrates and discusses this example This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Jun. 11, 2024
David Gilhooly, Soft Landing
Est: $300 - $500
David Gilhooly Soft Landing 2009 paper collage on paper 8 h x 6 w in (20 x 15 cm) Signed, titled and dated to verso 'Soft Landing 3-11-09 David Gilhooly'. This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Jun. 11, 2024
David Gilhooly, The Homeworld; The Village Cabbage (Euro Cabbage) (two works)
Est: $500 - $700
David Gilhooly The Homeworld; The Village Cabbage (Euro Cabbage) (two works) 2009 paper collage on paper 8 h x 6 w in (20 x 15 cm) Signed, titled and dated to verso of each work 'The Homeworld' and 'The Village Cabbage (Euro Cabbage) 3-10-09 David Gilhooly'. This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
May. 30, 2024
David Gilhooly, For the Love of Cabbage
Est: $500 - $700
David Gilhooly For the Love of Cabbage 2009 acrylic and mixed media collage on paper 8 h x 6 w in (20 x 15 cm) Signed, titled and dated to verso 'For the Love of Cabbage 3-09 David Gilhooly'. This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.
Wright
May. 30, 2024
David Gilhooly, Angelica Chained to Giant Cabbage; Love God (two works)
Est: $500 - $700
David Gilhooly Angelica Chained to Giant Cabbage; Love God (two works) 2009 printed paper collage 8 h x 6 w in (20 x 15 cm) Signed, titled and dated to verso of one work 'Angelica Chained to Giant Cabbage David Gilhooly 3-10-09'. Signed, titled and dated to verso of additional work 'Love God Gilhooly 3-10-09'. This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.
Wright
May. 30, 2024
David Gilhooly, The Urban Cabbage
Est: $300 - $500
David Gilhooly The Urban Cabbage 2009 printed paper collage 8 h x 6 w in (20 x 15 cm) Signed, titled and dated to verso '3/12/09 The Urban Cabbage David Gilhooly'. This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.
Wright
May. 18, 2024
Print, David Gilhooly
Est: $200 - $400
David Gilhooly (American, 1943-2013), "EXP Series 4B," 1984, etching with aquatint, pencil signed lower left, dated and titled lower right, overall (with frame): 32.25"h x 24.25"w
Clars Auctions