Margaret Hamilton Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Margaret Hamilton Art Value Price Guide

Dec. 17, 2022
Margaret Hamilton "Wicked Witch of the West" Hourglass from The Wizard of Oz (MG
Est: $640,000 - $960,000
Margaret Hamilton "Wicked Witch of the West" Hourglass from The Wizard of Oz (MGM, 1939). "Do you see that [the hourglass]? That's how much longer you've got to be alive! And it isn't long, my pretty! It isn't long! I can't wait forever to get those shoes!" From what is regarded as "the best loved motion picture of all time," the Witch's Hourglass remains as the most recognizable signature prop from the film, in addition to being a crucial plot-driving device. The scenes at the Witch's Castle, where the Hourglass is used, are among the most memorable in the film. After Dorothy (Judy Garland) is captured from the Haunted Forest, the winged monkeys bring her to the Wicked Witch, who holds the hourglass and exclaims, "You see that [the hourglass]? That's how much longer you've got to be alive! And it isn't long, my pretty! it isn't long! I can't wait forever to get those shoes!" From this moment forward, the pace of the film quickens, as Dorothy's three friends race against time to save her from the Wicked Witch of the West. Periodic closeups of the Hourglass remind the audience of how little time remains before Dorothy's demise. When the Scarecrow, Tin Man and Cowardly Lion finally reach the castle tower where Dorothy is held captive, they break down the door as Dorothy cries out, "Oh, hurry, please hurry! The hourglass is almost empty!" While making their escape, our four heroes are cornered by the Winkie Guards. From the balcony above, the Wicked Witch asks, "Going so soon? I wouldn't hear of it. Why, my little party is just beginning." The Witch then holds the hourglass above her head and throws it. At this point, the camera cuts to a different "stunt" Hourglass that is guided to the stage floor by wires and bursts into a cloud of flame and smoke. As with any signature prop from a major studio production, multiple versions of the Hourglass were created, including a resin and wood version, as well as lighter versions crafted of wood and papier-mâché, like this example, which was used for the epic, climactic sequence when the Wicked Witch of the West holds the Hourglass above her head in defiance of our heroes. Measuring 20" tall x 11.5" wide, the Gothic frame is expertly crafted by studio artisans of wood and papier-mâché with winged gargoyles perched atop three spiraled columns. The glass element is crafted of hand-blown glass filled with red glitter (added later for display, as the glitter does not flow through the narrow neck of the glass). Following its use on The Wizard of Oz, MGM used this famous Hourglass in subsequent productions, including Babes on Broadway (1941), Diane (1956), and 7 Faces of Dr. Lao (1964). Hourglass frame is asymmetrical and exhibits expected age and wear from production use, including scuffing and cracking to paint on the gargoyle pillars as well as scuffing, wear with some wood loss on the knobs on both bases (top and bottom). There is evidence of studio repair, including pegs installed to secure the gargoyle ears to the base. This incredibly famous film artifact presents beautifully and has been featured in three museum exhibitions: Los Angeles Public Library's Getty Gallery (2000); Farnsworth Art Museum, Rockland, Maine (2014), and Figge Art Museum, Davenport, Iowa (2016). Provenance: 1970 MGM David Weisz Auction; later sold by Camden House Auctioneers Vintage Film Posters & Entertainment Memorabilia sale, June 6-7, 1992, lot 510. HID01801242017
Heritage Auctions
Sep. 25, 2022
MARGARET HAMILTON (1867 - 1952, Schottland)
Est: -
Öl auf Leinwand, ¨Stillleben mit Teegedeck¨, oben rechts signiert ¨M. Hamilton¨, ca. 36x46cm, gerahmt (45,5x56cm), Firnis, diverse Retuschen, leicht craqueliert
Auktionshaus Rotherbaum OHG
Feb. 24, 2022
MARGARET HAMILTON (Great Britain, fl. 1870-1910), British Merchant Marine officer., Gouache on brown paper, 12.5" x 10". Framed 19.5" x 16.5".
Est: $700 - $1,000
MARGARET HAMILTON Great Britain, fl. 1870-1910 British Merchant Marine officer. A competent head study of possibly a Cunard Line officer. Unsigned. Extensive description of the work on the back paper.
Eldred's
Jun. 20, 2020
Margaret Hamilton Inscribed Photograph. Inscribed in lower ...
Est: $100 - $200
Margaret Hamilton Inscribed Photograph. Inscribed in lower margin. Framed 24 x 19”.
Potter & Potter Auctions Inc.
Aug. 28, 2019
Margaret Hamilton Signed Index Card Beckett LOA
Est: $50 - $80
Margaret Hamilton signed index card. Inscribed 'Best wishes - Vickie.' Measures 3-in. x 5-in. and is signed in green marker. Includes LOA from Beckett Authentication #A60763. NM-MT/MT. Unframed, loose and not glued or mounted. Condition report is provided as a courtesy and is only an opinion. This condition report is in no way a guarantee or binding assignment of grade. We ship all items from this auction in-house and gladly combine shipping if possible of multiple items.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Aug. 01, 2018
MARGARET HAMILTON
Est: $150 - $200
MARGARET HAMILTON (1902 - 1985) American actress remembered for her role as the Wicked Witch of the West in "The Wizard of Oz". Great signature and sketch on a 4" x 2" pale green sheet in green ink (!): "Maggie Hamilton W.W.W." [initials of her character in the "Wizard of Oz"], to which she adds a profile of a witch! Fine, matted and framed with a still from the classic film.
Alexander Historical Auctions LLC
Dec. 20, 2017
MARGARET HAMILTON
Est: $100 - $150
MARGARET HAMILTON (1902 - 1985) American actress remembered for her role as the Wicked Witch of the West in "The Wizard of Oz". Fine, full signature on small card. Fine.
Alexander Historical Auctions LLC
Dec. 20, 2017
MARGARET HAMILTON
Est: $100 - $150
MARGARET HAMILTON (1902 - 1985) American actress remembered for her role as the Wicked Witch of the West in "The Wizard of Oz". Fine, full signature on small card. Fine.
Alexander Historical Auctions LLC
Oct. 11, 2017
Margaret (Maggie) Hamilton (British, 1867-1952) Still Life 51 x 41 cm. (20
Est: £1,500 - £2,000
Margaret (Maggie) Hamilton (British, 1867-1952) Still Life 51 x 41 cm. (20 1/16 x 16 1/8 in.)
Bonhams
Dec. 13, 2016
MARGARET HAMILTON (British, 1867-1952). EXCHANGING PLEASANTRIES, signed lower right. Watercolor on paper.
Est: $200 - $250
MARGARET HAMILTON (British, 1867-1952). EXCHANGING PLEASANTRIES, signed lower right. Watercolor on paper - Framed, sight: 7 in. x 10 3/4 in.
Sloans & Kenyon
Sep. 17, 2016
MARGARET HAMILTON (British, 1867-1952). EXCHANGING PLEASANTRIES, signed lower right. Watercolor on paper.
Est: $250 - $350
MARGARET HAMILTON (British, 1867-1952). EXCHANGING PLEASANTRIES, signed lower right. Watercolor on paper - Framed, sight: 7 in. x 10 3/4 in.
Sloans & Kenyon
Apr. 01, 2014
* Margaret Hamilton [1867-1952]- A Windy Day
Est: £200 - £300
* Margaret Hamilton [1867-1952]- A Windy Day signed watercolour 35 x 50cm.
Bearnes Hampton & Littlewood
Aug. 06, 2011
Jospeh Willaims Topham Vinall, British 1873-1953
Est: £100 - £150
Jospeh Willaims Topham Vinall, British 1873-1953 exh 1908-1940- Landscape with meandering river; watercolour, signed, 24.5x34cm: Follower of Thomas Shotter Boys NWS, British 1803-1874- Continental cathedral town; watercolour, 25x20cm: Sydney E Hart, British 1867-1921- Norwegian gorge with boats; watercolour, signed, 26.8x18.2cm: Margaret Hamilton, British 1867-1952- "The Race"; watercolour, signed, 18.1x25.2cm, (4) (part unframed)
Roseberys
Jul. 09, 2011
Jospeh Willaims Topham Vinall, British 1873-1953
Est: £150 - £200
Jospeh Willaims Topham Vinall, British 1873-1953 exh 1908-1940- Landscape with meandering river; watercolour, signed, 24.5x34cm: Follower of Thomas Shotter Boys NWS, British 1803-1874- Continental cathedral town; watercolour, 25x20cm: Sydney E Hart, British 1867-1921- Norwegian gorge with boats; watercolour, signed, 26.8x18.2cm: Margaret Hamilton, British 1867-1952- "The Race"; watercolour, signed, 18.1x25.2cm, (4) (part unframed)
Roseberys
Sep. 10, 2010
Margaret (Maggie) Hamilton (British, 1867-1952) Still life with vase
Est: £700 - £1,000
Still life with vase signed 'M Hamilton' (lower right) oil on canvas 33.5 x 29cm (13 3/16 x 11 7/16in).
Bonhams
Jun. 04, 2010
MARGARET HAMILTON
Est: $150 - $200
MARGARET HAMILTON (1902 - 1985) American actress remembered for her role as the Wicked Witch of the West in The Wizard of Oz. Fine content partly-printed D.S. signed twice, 3pp. legal folio & 4to., New York, May 17, 1976, an Actor's Equity contract for her appearance in revival of Oklahoma! at Heinz Hall in Philadelphia beginning July 9, 1976. Hamilton was contracted for the role of "Aunt Eller" and signs her name at the bottom right and again on the contract rider specifying her billing. Stapled at top left, usual folds, else very good condition.
Alexander Historical Auctions LLC
Nov. 29, 2007
HAMILTON, MARGARET
Est: $100 - $150
1622. MARGARET HAMILTON (1902 - 1985) American actress remembered for her role as the Wicked Witch of the West in "The Wizard of Oz". A nice pair of two vintage I.S.P. 8" x 10" b/w, a close up shot of Hamilton, inscribed to Francine and Stanley Berman, respectively. Inscription and signature in a darker portion with just good contrast. One bears slight creasing, otherwise very good condition. Two pieces. From the family of Stanley Berman (1927-1968), a Brooklyn cab driver, actor and the self-proclaimed "World's Greatest Gate-Crasher". No occasion was too exclusive, no dignitary too aloof for Berman, who posed as a waiter to demand Queen Elizabeth II's autograph during her 1957 visit, crashed JFK's Inaugural Ball in 1961, and had his finest moment in 1962 when he charged onstage to hand Bob Hope an Oscar in front of 100 million TV watchers. In addition, Berman used his people skills to get close to the likes of Harry S. Truman, prominent governors, and international politicians as well. Try getting away with that now! These lots (1596-1652) are consigned to us directly from Berman's estate and provide a wonderful, comprehensive look into Berman's "people skills!" $100 - 150
Alexander Historical Auctions LLC