Peter Helck Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Peter Helck Art Value Price Guide

Sep. 12, 2024
Peter Helck Ink Etching Automobile Race
Est: $150 - $250
Peter Helck (1893-1988). Automobile race. Ink etching. Hand signed. Frame: H 16-1/4" W 19-1/4". Sight: H 6-1/2" W 9-1/2". Condition: Excellent condition. Professionally framed. Literature: Helk, Peter. Great Auto Races. Abrams, 1975, p. 230. Link to hi-res images: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/qzcl3341wuew5n98aqzl1/ADE7IzdMkxmitaWdXpw3GVc?rlkey=fxti1iakraxxptgl3czalgs25&st=pqny350n&dl=0
New England Auctions
Jun. 20, 2024
PETER HELCK N. A. (1893-1988) "Driving along a snowy country road."
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
PETER HELCK N. A. (1893-1988) "Driving along a snowy country road." Magazine illustration for an unknown publication, circa 1950. Gouache on board. 12 x 16 inches. Signed "Helck, N. A." in lower left image.
Swann Auction Galleries
Jun. 07, 2024
PETER HELCK (1893-1988) CHEVY 3100 ILLUSTRATION ART
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Clarence Peter Helck (1893-1988) Chevrolet 3100 Series at Work Circa 1950. This vibrant and charming work of original illustration art in tempera on paper is signed lower right front by the legendary automotive illustration artist Peter Helck. The dynamic composition and the attention to detail, classic hallmarks of Peter Helck's work, are executed at a higher level here than in any other examples of the artist's known body of illustration art. The vivid composition features a mid 20th century Chevy Advance Design 3100 pick-up truck filled with milk cans climbing a hill near the sunny dairy barnyard where other Chevy models come into view, and family members go about their chores. Men work to unload other Chevy models while a youth in blue shirt and cap brings dairy cows in from pasture with the help of a dog. Blue skies and a rolling agrarian landscape are prominent in the distance. Peter Helck was an award-winning artist quite well-known for painting advertising illustrations like this, and re-creating moments in auto racing history using paint and watercolor. He has been honored with the title of The Dean of Automotive Illustration Art and an award in his name is still given annually to artists recognized as leaders in the field of automotive art. Whether or not this image was ever published has not yet been established. Sight size measures 21.5 x 22 sight size, with a framed size of 30.5 x 31.25 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.
Dirk Soulis Auctions
Apr. 19, 2024
Peter Helck (American, 1893-1988) Mixed Media on Paper, Ca. 1955, "Cover Study for the August 1955 Issue of True Magazine", H 11" W 8.25"
Est: $300 - $500
Monogrammed in the lower right. Watercolor, gouache and graphite on paper. Cover study for the August 1955 issue of True, The Man's Magazine. Sheet size: H 12.5", W 9". Pencil notation of "Preferred -" in the lower margin. Matted and framed under glass, H 19.5", W 16.25". Provenance: Property of Prominent Collector, Birmingham, Michigan
DuMouchelles
Jan. 01, 2024
Peter Helck (1893-1988)
Est: $75 - $100
Peter Helck (1893-1988), lot including signed and numbered print (sight 10" x 12 1/2", overall 13 1/2" x 17 1/2"), inscribed signed print (overall in frame 11 1/2" x 17), book "THE CHECKERED FLAG", print (overall 17 1/2" x 23 1/2".
Copake Auction Inc.
Jul. 28, 2023
Peter Helck Preliminary Drawing of Race Track
Est: -
rated 9, 15"x22", the pencil drawing is in good condition, is signed in the lower right-hand corner, framed under glass.
Matthews Auctions, LLC
Jul. 08, 2023
Peter C. Helck (1895-), Hunter In The Snowy Woods
Est: $50 - $70
9 1/2" x 13 3/4". p/s.
Peterborough Auctions
May. 19, 2023
Peter Helck, Books On Auto Racing "Great Auto Races" And "The Checkered Flag"
Est: $100 - $200
As told by Peter Helck.
DuMouchelles
May. 19, 2023
Peter Helck (American, 1893-1988) Auto Race Illustrations H 6.5'' W 6.7'' 2 pcs
Est: $500 - $700
Signed Ink sketch 6.5" x 6.7" illustrated page 220 "Great Auto Races". Depicts driver. Second illustration: 6" x 7.5" Driver with Brush, signed, illustrated in Great Auto Races page 36. "Wilber Shaw Nurburgring 1938"; Pen/ink/watercolor; 7"x7"; Shown in Peter Helck's book - "Great Auto Races" , 1976, Harry Abrams Inc. Publishers, Pg. 22.
DuMouchelles
May. 19, 2023
Peter Helck (American, 1893-1988) Pen,Ink, Gouache Illustration "Riker Wins Long Island First", H 6.2'' W 14.5''
Est: $500 - $700
Signed. "Riker wins Long Island's First"; Pen/Ink/Watercolor; 14 1/2" x 6 1/4"; Shown in Peter Helck's book - "The Checkered Flag" , 1961, Charles Scribners Sons, Pg. 43
DuMouchelles
May. 19, 2023
Peter Helck (American, 1893-1988) Pencil Illustration, Ca. 1933, "Indianapolis 500" Lou Meyer Winner, H 6.5'' W 7.5''
Est: $700 - $900
Lou Meyer Wins his Second 500 - 1933"; Pencil; 7 1/2" x 6 1/2"; Shown in Peter Helck's book - "Great Auto Races" , 1976, Harry Abrams Inc. Publishers, Pg. 149
DuMouchelles
May. 19, 2023
Peter Helck (American, 1893-1988) Pen, Ink, Watercolor Illustration "Jean's Interpretations", H 5.5'' W 8.5''
Est: $500 - $700
Signed. Frame 13" x 16". Vanderbilt Cup Race of 1916. Jean's Interpretations 1908"; Pen/ink/watercolor; 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; Shown in Peter Helck's book - "The Checkered Flag" , 1961, Charles Scribners Sons, Pg. 109.
DuMouchelles
Apr. 29, 2023
Peter Helck, American (1893-1988), 'The Old Vanderbilt Cup', ((3))
Est: $500 - $700
Peter Helck, American (1893-1988), 'The Old Vanderbilt Cup', signed, preliminary pencil sketch on draftsman's paper, in preparation for the painting 'Robertson comes through', 15 x 20 inches, mounted, framed and glazed; together with a 1960's color print of 'Climb to the Clouds' after Helck, laid on canvas, 12 x 17 1/2 inches, and a copy of the book Peter Helck: The Checkered Flag. (3)
Bonhams
Mar. 18, 2023
Peter C. Helck (1895-) 'Hunter In The Snowy Woods'
Est: $150 - $200
9 1/2" X 13 3/4". p/s
Peterborough Auctions
Dec. 08, 2022
Automotive Wood Block Print by Peter Helck
Est: -
rated 9, 14"x16.5" framed, the print is in good condition, framed and matted under glass, has the Helck "H" at the bottom left corner of the print. Peter Helck 1893-1988
Matthews Auctions, LLC
Dec. 08, 2022
Peter Helck "The Heroic Age of Automobile Racing" Box Set
Est: -
rated 9, 17.5"x14", all lithographs inside are signed in pencil Peter Helck in lower right-hand corner, and 65/500 in the other corner. Contains all eight prints, title page and divider pages are included. The title page is dated 1983 by Haber & Plaut Publication, the outside of the box has minor wear.
Matthews Auctions, LLC
Dec. 08, 2022
"Climb To The Clouds" Lithograph By Peter Helck Signed in Pencil
Est: -
rated 8.5, 20"x25" framed, the lithograph has good color and condition, light wear, is signed in pencil by Peter Helck in the lower right-hand corner, framed under glass. Peter Helck 1893-1988
Matthews Auctions, LLC
Dec. 08, 2022
Peter Helck Personal Signed Check Dated 1950
Est: -
rated 8.9, 6.5"x10" framed, check is written and sign in ink by Peter Helck and is made out to cash, looks to be made out to cash. Peter Helck 1893-1988
Matthews Auctions, LLC
Dec. 08, 2022
Early Two-Man Race Car in Action by Peter Helck
Est: -
rated 9, 13"x20" framed, gouache & tempera on board, has good color and in good condition, is signed in pen at the top right-hand corner, is framed and matted. The painting has a great look it shows motion. Peter Helck 1893-1988
Matthews Auctions, LLC
Dec. 08, 2022
"The Old Master, Barney Oldfield" by Peter Helck
Est: -
rated 7, 11.5"x10.5" framed, pencil & pen on paper, has minor staining at the top and bottom edge, signed "H" along the right-hand edge. Peter Helck 1893-1988.
Matthews Auctions, LLC
Dec. 08, 2022
Peter Helck Preliminary Drawing w/MG & More
Est: -
rated 8.5, 26"x35.5" framed, pencil on paper preliminary drawing is in good condition, has small tear in top edge, is signed Helck in the lower left-hand corner, has a MG "Natter Reanstall" with Car #116 trailing, cows behind stone fence watch as they pass by. Peter Helck 1893-1988.
Matthews Auctions, LLC
Dec. 08, 2022
Steel Plant Scene Art Work by Peter Helck
Est: -
rated 9, 29"x28" framed, gouache & tempera on board has excellent color and condition, is signed Helck in the lower left-hand corner, framed and matted under glass. Peter Helck 1893-1988
Matthews Auctions, LLC
Dec. 08, 2022
Race Car Shooting Fire by Peter Helck
Est: -
rated 9, 18.5"x25" framed, gouache & tempera on board, has very good color, in good condition, is signed Helck in the lower right-hand corner, is framed and matted under glass. Peter Helck 1893-1988.
Matthews Auctions, LLC
Dec. 08, 2022
Race Car Drive "Smiling Ralph" by Peter Helck
Est: -
rated 8.5, 12"x15" with framed, media unknown, in good condition, is marked with "H" in the lower left-hand corner, framed and matted under glass. Peter Helck 1893 to 1988.
Matthews Auctions, LLC
Dec. 08, 2022
Early Race Car #7 by Peter Helck
Est: -
rated 9, 11"x16.5" framed, ink on paper, in very good condition, signed Helck in the lower right-hand corner, framed and matted under glass. Peter Helck 1893-1988
Matthews Auctions, LLC
Dec. 08, 2022
Race Car Driver Jim Clark Portrait in Pencil by Peter Helck
Est: -
rated 9, framed size 15"x12", pencil on paper, signed Helck in the lower right-hand corner, has Jim Clark's name in the other corner, framed and matted under glass. Peter Helck 1893-1988
Matthews Auctions, LLC
Dec. 06, 2022
Peter Helck (American, 1893-1988) Polperro-Cornwall Coast
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Peter Helck (American, 1893-1988) Polperro-Cornwall Coast Signed and dated 'Helck '16' bottom left, oil on canvas 22 1/4 x 24 1/8 in. (56.5 x 71.4cm) Provenance Property from the Estate of Mark Smith, Lynchburg, Virginia. Exhibited "Exhibition of Paintings by Peter Helck," 65 East 56th St., New York, February 1-15, 1927, no. 9. In overall fair condition. Painting has been repaired and patched in several areas. Three inch square repair patch present at the lower right, under UV light, 2 inch strokes of inpainting. One inch repair patch present at upper left center, small amount of inpainting under UV. Small repair made in upper right corner. Canvas has been restretched. See specialist photos for details. Frame: 28 1/2 x 30 5/8 x 1 1/2 in.
Freeman's | Hindman
Nov. 04, 2022
Peter Helck (American 1893-1988), two preliminary artworks for 'Grant Leads Chevrolet - 1910 Vanderbilt Cup', ((2))
Est: £1,200 - £1,500
Peter Helck (American 1893-1988), two preliminary artworks for 'Grant Leads Chevrolet - 1910 Vanderbilt Cup', each an overworked preliminary artwork by the artist on paper over a photostat copy of an original outline sketch drawn by Helck, the first in graphite, signed in ink lower right and with additional handwritten details in pencil to margin, 21 x 34cm, the second in gouache, unsigned, 18.5 x 31cm, each an alternative composition for a later proposed final artwork depicting eventual winner Harry Grant and mechanic Frank Lee in the Alco 'Black Bess' at speed over the brow of the hill at the Long Island Motor Parkway circuit, each mounted, framed and glazed. (2)
Bonhams
Jun. 24, 2022
Peter Helck (American 1893-1988), two preliminary artworks for 'Grant Leads Chevrolet - 1910 Vanderbilt Cup', ((2))
Est: £1,500 - £2,000
Peter Helck (American 1893-1988), two preliminary artworks for 'Grant Leads Chevrolet - 1910 Vanderbilt Cup', each an overworked preliminary artwork by the artist on paper over a photostat copy of an original outline sketch drawn by Helck, the first in graphite, signed in ink lower right and with additional handwritten details in pencil to margin, 21 x 34cm, the second in gouache, unsigned, 18.5 x 31cm, each an alternative composition for a later proposed final artwork depicting eventual winner Harry Grant and mechanic Frank Lee in the Alco 'Black Bess' at speed over the brow of the hill at the Long Island Motor Parkway circuit, each mounted, framed and glazed. (2) For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Jun. 11, 2022
Peter Helck lithograph
Est: $300 - $500
Peter C. Helck (1893-1988) ''Railroad Crossing''- lithograph, 1938, signed, dated and numbered 41/100 in pencil, tape stain along top right and left margin edges, well away from image, faint mat line from previous matting. 16 x 12''
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Jan. 31, 2022
Two American prints, Peter Helck (United States,1893-1988) "Hunter Walking in Snow" Lithograph, c. 1938, Ed: Unknown, signed lower r...
Est: $100 - $150
Two American prints, Peter Helck (United States,1893-1988) "Hunter Walking in Snow" Lithograph, c. 1938, Ed: Unknown, signed lower right, printed with black ink on sturdy off-white wove paper with complete margins, framed and matted behind glass, 9 1/2" x 13 7/8"; John Costigan (United States, 1988-1972) "Group of Figures" etching, 1937, Windisch/Cole 137. Ref: Not in LC. Ed: 147, as published by Associated American Artists. Signed with pencil in lower right, titled with pencil lower left, printed with black ink on cream laid paper with complete margins. 8 7/8" x 13 13/16"
Winter Associates, Inc.
Dec. 03, 2021
CLARENCE PETER HELCK (NY, 1893-1988)
Est: $50 - $75
Hunter in Deep Woods Winter, stone lithograph on paper, pencil signed, label verso from Kindred, Maclean & Company, Inc. who had sent these as 1940 Christmas gifts. Unframed, tipped into mat, 9 1/2" x 13 3/4" image on 12" x 16" sheet, 16 3/4" 20 1/2" mat. Very good condition.
Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Nov. 13, 2021
Peter Helck (1893-1988)
Est: $200 - $300
Peter Helck (1893-1988), limited edition etching depicting De Crawchez's Panhard passing the wrecked Georges-Richard car. De Crawchez was an amateur but went on to win this event, the 1903 Circuit des Ardennes. Signed and numbered. Good condition. Overall 22" x 18".
Copake Auction Inc.
Nov. 13, 2021
Peter Helck (1893-1988)
Est: $200 - $300
Peter Helck (1893-1988), limited edition etching depicting Albert Clement in his Bayard Clement. Signed and numbered. Frame overall 22" x 18".
Copake Auction Inc.
Nov. 13, 2021
Peter Helck (1893-1988)
Est: $4,000 - $5,000
Peter Helck (1893-1988), original illustration "Disbrow was Out", from his book "The Checkered Flag", page 185. Collection of Jim Carpenter. Sight 15" x 9", overall 25 1/2" x 18". Good condition.
Copake Auction Inc.
Nov. 13, 2021
Peter Helck (1893-1988)
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
Peter Helck (1893-1988), original illustration "It is only Jarrett", from his book "The Checkered Flag", page. 36". Collection of Jim Carpenter. Sight 4 1/2" x 9", overall 13" x 17 1/2". Good condition.
Copake Auction Inc.
Oct. 07, 2021
Peter (Clarence Peter) Helck (1893 - 1988).
Est: $800 - $1,200
American Magazine Illustration. "Telescope". 15" x 15" Signed and Dated lower right 1930. Ink and Ink Wash on board.
Weiss Auctions
Jun. 29, 2021
Peter Helck (American, 1893-1988), At the well, watercolour and gouache, 43 x 36 cm.
Est: £400 - £600
Peter Helck (American, 1893-1988) At the well watercolour and gouache
Gorringes
Jun. 28, 2021
Peter Helck (United States) 1893-1988. Hunter Walking in Snow. Lithograph, c. 1938. Ed: Unknown. Scarce. Signed with black ink, l.r....
Est: $300 - $600
Peter Helck (United States) 1893-1988. Hunter Walking in Snow. Lithograph, c. 1938. Ed: Unknown. Scarce. Signed with black ink, l.r. Printed with black ink on sturdy off-white wove paper with complete margins. 242 x 353 mm. (9 1/2 x 13 7/8 in.). Framed. John Costigan (United States) 1988-1972. Group of Figures. Etching, 1937. Windisch/Cole 137. Ref: Not in LC. Ed: 147, as published by Associated American Artists. Signed with pencil, l.r. Titled with pencil, l.l. Printed with black ink on cream laid paper with complete margins. 225 x 351 mm. (8 7/8 x 13 13/16 in.). Framed. (2)
Winter Associates, Inc.
Jun. 12, 2021
Peter Helck original pencil drawing
Est: $600 - $900
P Helck dwg, 1903 Paris-Madrid, A Fly In His Carburetor, pg 192 Great Auto races, framed and matted, 24 x 18
Nest Egg Auctions
May. 20, 2021
Peter Helck (American, 1893-1988), 'Old Number 16 driven by George H Robertson', illustration presented to the driver son by the artist,
Est: $400 - $600
Peter Helck (American, 1893-1988),'Old Number 16 driven by George H Robertson', illustration presented to the driver son by the artist, signed, pen and ink on draftsman's paper, with hand-written dedication, 13 x 11 inches, pasted to backing card, shrink mounted with postal details and Peter Helck address label to rear. For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Mar. 20, 2021
Peter Helck Signed Print
Est: $50 - $100
Peter Helck signed and inscribed print "for Claude Bussett with all good wishes / Cordially Peter Helck", print titled "Great American Triumph...". Sight 12" x 16 1/2", frame overall 17 1/2" x 22 1/2".
Copake Auction Inc.
Jan. 28, 2021
Peter Helck (American, 1893-1988)
Est: $700 - $900
Untitled, 1968 gouache on paper signed Helck and dated lower right 5 5/8 x 13 5/8 inches.
Cowan's Auctions
Nov. 01, 2020
PETER HELCK "Fast Freight" 1938 Lithograph
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
PETER HELCK (American 1893-1988), "Fast Freight, " 1938 Lithograph
Jonah Fine Art
Sep. 19, 2020
Peter Helck (American 1893-1988) Etching
Est: $150 - $200
Signed in pencil lower right: Peter Helck. Edition 29/500. Paper embossed with monograms. Sight size paper: 12 3/8 x 14 3/8 inches. Condition: Fine. Framed and under glass. Image 7 7/8 x 9 3/4 inches Frame: 13 1/4 x 15 1/8 inches Shipping Weight: 2 1/2 lbs. Biography from askart. An illustrator and painter of industrial genre, Peter Helck depicted mining scenes, foundries, and dramatic moments in historic automobile races. He was especially known for his love of automobiles, an interest that began when he was a child and saw racing competition. Eventually he became friends with many of the drivers and developed familiarity with their cars. As an illustrator, his technique was to produce highly detailed sketches before the finished painting. Helck studied at the Art Students League of New York and studied privately with Frank Brangwyn in England. He has illustrated for most well-known national magazines and had commissions from prominent automotive companies including Chevrolet and Mack Trucks. From 1920 to 1940, he painted abroad extensively and subsequently had numerous exhibits of his fine art in the East and Midwest. But he was most successful as an illustrator, and many of his fans are collectors of rare cars and automotive art.
Elder's Fine Art & Antiques
May. 30, 2020
AN IMPORTANT PETER HELCK PAINTING FOR NEW YORK CENTRAL
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Peter Helck (1893-1988) New York Central Locomotive #6000 1945 The original tempera and gouache painting executed on artist's board, a commissioned illustration for the New York Central Railroad. The commission is discussed and this work portrayed in How I Make a Picture, written by Peter Helck and published by The Famous Artist's School, an art school founded by Peter Helck, Norman Rockwell and other members of the New York Society of Illustrators. The subject, New York Central Railroad Niagara #6000, is depicted as Commodore Vanderbilt Express from Chicago, southbound to Grand Central Terminal on the Hudson River East Shore Mainline approximately sixty miles north of New York City. The work is signed by the artist on the lower right and dated 45. Peter Helck was an important and prolific illustrator who, it is estimated, produced more than 600 sketches, drawings and paintings during his career. He was best known as a painter of cars, trucks, locomotives and industrial genre. He was privately tutored by the important British artist and illustrator Sir Frank William Brangwyn and at the Art Students League of New York. 'As a small boy living in New York City, he loved to stand by the tracks at 96th Street and watch the steam trains rumble down into the long tunnel toward Grand Central Station. He began to draw at the age of five, and soon was producing remarkably detailed renderings of all types of locomotives.' He is best known for his connection to auto racing and made a good living with repeat illustration commissions from The New York Central, The Autocar Magazine, Brighton Beach Motordrome, Sheepshead Bay Speedway, Sinclair Oil Company, Esquire Magazine and many others. He wrote and illustrated numerous articles and books including The Checkered Flag and Great Auto Races. This work is fresh to the market, with fine provenance and smartly framed. Measures 30 x 39.75 inches. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell.
Dirk Soulis Auctions
Mar. 21, 2020
Peter Helck (American 1893-1988) Etching
Est: $150 - $200
Signed in pencil lower right: Peter Helck. Edition 29/500. Paper embossed with monograms. Sight size paper: 12 3/8 x 14 3/8 inches. Condition: Fine. Framed and under glass. Image 7 7/8 x 9 3/4 inches Frame: 13 1/4 x 15 1/8 inches Shipping Weight: 2 1/2 lbs. Biography from askart. An illustrator and painter of industrial genre, Peter Helck depicted mining scenes, foundries, and dramatic moments in historic automobile races. He was especially known for his love of automobiles, an interest that began when he was a child and saw racing competition. Eventually he became friends with many of the drivers and developed familiarity with their cars. As an illustrator, his technique was to produce highly detailed sketches before the finished painting. Helck studied at the Art Students League of New York and studied privately with Frank Brangwyn in England. He has illustrated for most well-known national magazines and had commissions from prominent automotive companies including Chevrolet and Mack Trucks. From 1920 to 1940, he painted abroad extensively and subsequently had numerous exhibits of his fine art in the East and Midwest. But he was most successful as an illustrator, and many of his fans are collectors of rare cars and automotive art.
Elder's Fine Art & Antiques
Oct. 01, 2019
Peter Helck (American, 1893-1988) 1920's lady golfer and sports car 15 x 12in.
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
Peter Helck (American, 1893-1988) mixed media on paper 1920''s lady golfer and sports car signed and dated London 1920 15 x 12in.
Gorringes