Rea Irvin Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Rea Irvin Art Value Price Guide

Jun. 09, 2022
(THE NEW YORKER) REA IRVIN (1881-1972) Seasonal allergies.
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
(THE NEW YORKER) REA IRVIN (1881-1972) Seasonal allergies. Proposed cover for The New Yorker. Mixed media, including ink and gouache on board. 380x280 mm; 15x11 inches, on 18 3/4x15-inch board. Signed "Rea Irvin" in lower right image.
Swann Auction Galleries
Apr. 09, 2022
THE FIRST NEW YORKER MAGAZINE COVER W SIGNATURES
Est: $100 - $150
A unique lot includes the first cover of The New Yorker Magazine, February 26, 1990, by Rea Irvin (American, 1881-1972).The painting was made according to a well known engraving, which depicted the Comte dOrsay, a Frenchman who lived in England. This gentleman received the fictitious name of Eustas Tilley, which was invented for him by the American comedian Corey Ford. A paper sheet with many signatures and inscribed, Presented to Alice Pease From Her Friends. Framed. Graphic Art Prints, Illustrations, Newspapers, Magazines and Collectibles.
Antique Arena Inc
Jun. 24, 2021
REA IRVIN (1881-1972) TV in the Harem. [NEW YORKER COVER]
Est: $700 - $1,000
REA IRVIN (1881-1972) TV in the Harem. Proposed cover for The New Yorker. Mixed media, including ink and gouache on board. 380x280 mm; 15x11 inches, on 18 3/4x15-inch board. Signed "Rea Irvin" in lower left image. Hinged to board with matte.
Swann Auction Galleries
Apr. 02, 2021
Rea Irvin, American 1881-1972 New York Grouping
Est: $100 - $200
Rea Irvin, American, 1881-1972. New York, Connecticut, California. Magazine cover illustrations and cartoons. Includes a nicely matted and unsigned, but possibly signed inverso, similar to lot #119. Viewable area measures approx. 10" by 12", some staining top center. Rea Irvin, American, 1881-1972. New York, Connecticut, California. Magazine cover illustrations and cartoons. Includes a landscape illustration, unsigned, viewable measures approx. 10" by 12" Some staining. Viewable area measures approx. 12"w by 10"h, with some staining. Signed inverso lower right. Includes a nicely matted and unsigned, but possibly signed inverso, . Viewable area measures approx. 10" by 12", some staining top center. Rea Irvin, American, 1881-1972. New York, Connecticut, California. Magazine cover illustrations and cartoons. Includes an illustration on board by artist Rea Irvin. Viewable area measures approx. 12"w by 10"h, with some staining. Signed inverso lower right. Rea Irvin studied at the Mark Hopkins Art Institute before helping launch and work at the New Yorker as an illustrator and (first) art editor, later rising to art director. Irvin helped to define that publication with images that were witty and culturally aware, with trembly outlines and poached eyes. He also contributed to Life and Cosmopolitan magazines starting at age 25. He created hundreds of illustrations, 169 covers, layout, design, and the sharp-casual Irvin type font. Provenance: From a local Pennsylvania Artist's Estate
Searchlight / Saucon Valley Auctions
Dec. 12, 2020
Rea Irvin (American, 1881-1972)
Est: $200 - $400
Rea Irvin, American, 1881-1972. New York, Connecticut, California. Magazine cover illustrations and cartoons. Includes a nicely matted and unsigned, but possibly signed inverso, similar to lot #119. Viewable area measures approx. 10" by 12", some staining top center. Provenance: From a local Pennsylvania Artist's Estate
Searchlight Auction
Dec. 12, 2020
Rea Irvin (American, 1881-1972)
Est: $200 - $400
Rea Irvin, American, 1881-1972. New York, Connecticut, California. Magazine cover illustrations and cartoons. Includes a landscape illustration, unsigned, viewable measures approx. 10" by 12" Some staining. Provenance: From a local Pennsylvania Artist's Estate
Searchlight Auction
Dec. 12, 2020
Rea Irvin (American 1881-1972)
Est: $200 - $400
Rea Irvin, American, 1881-1972. New York, Connecticut, California. Magazine cover illustrations and cartoons. Includes an illustration on board by artist Rea Irvin. Viewable area measures approx. 12"w by 10"h, with some staining. Signed inverso lower right. Rea Irvin studied at the Mark Hopkins Art Institute before helping launch and work at the New Yorker as an illustrator and (first) art editor, later rising to art director. Irvin helped to define that publication with images that were witty and culturally aware, with trembly outlines and poached eyes. He also contributed to Life and Cosmopolitan magazines starting at age 25. He created hundreds of illustrations, 169 covers, layout, design, and the sharp-casual Irvin type font. Provenance: From a local Pennsylvania Artist's Estate
Searchlight Auction
Jul. 16, 2020
REA IRVIN. "Alice in Wonderland: A Mystery Thriller by Lewis Carroll."
Est: $300 - $400
REA IRVIN. "Alice in Wonderland: A Mystery Thriller by Lewis Carroll." Illustration likely for unpublished project. Tempera and colored pencil on board. 380x280 mm; 15x11 inches, on 18 3/4x15-inch board. Signed "Rea Irvin" in lower right image. Not dated.
Swann Auction Galleries
Nov. 11, 2017
Group of 6 Original Rea Irvin Illustrations
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
This lot of six original ink and watercolor drawings by Rea Irvin contain four that are signed- three as R.I. and one as Rea Irvino; one that is unsigned bears the date AD 1926; in pink gouache. The lot of two ink drawings by Austin Briggs (1909-1973) are both signed and one is dated 1928. various sizes 5.5 x 7.5 in to 8.5 x 10.5 in.Rea Irvin studied at the Mark Hopkins Art Institute before helping launch and work at the New Yorker as an illustrator and (first) art editor, later rising to art director. Irvin helped to define that publication with images that were witty and culturally aware, with trembly outlines and poached eyes. He also contributed to Life and Cosmopolitan magazines starting at age 25. He created hundreds of illustrations, 169 covers, layout, design, and the sharp-casual Irvin type font. This small collection of enhanced drawings by Rea Irvin contains a range of leisurely subjects: vacationing, golfing, the theater, the art museum, the dinner, and one obscure scene with a flapper and a neanderthal man. These illustrations were created some time around the Jazz Age and reflect the trends and hobbies of the time in dynamic compositions that capture gesture and emotion so effortlessly.
Revere Auctions
Nov. 03, 2017
REA IRVIN (AMERICAN, 1881-1972) THE COOK'S CHRISTMAS, 1919 WATERCOLOR ON PAPER 1
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Rea Irvin (American, 1881-1972) The Cook's Christmas, 1919 Watercolor on paper 14-3/4 x 11-3/4 inches (37.5 x 29.8 cm) (sight) Signed lower right: Rea / Irvin Dated on label on the reverse PROVENANCE: Kennedy Galleries, New York. HID04901242017
Heritage Auctions
Sep. 16, 2017
Rea Irvin, American, 1881-1972, Lot of 6, original ink, watercolor, graphite
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Rea Irvin, American, 1881-1972. New York, Connecticut, California. Magazine cover illustrations and cartoons. This lot of six original ink drawings by Rea Irvin contain four that are signed- three as “R.I.” and one as “Rea Irvino”; one that is unsigned bears the date “AD 1926” in pink gouache. The lot of two ink drawings by Austin Briggs (1909-1973) are both signed and one is dated 1928. Rea Irvin studied at the Mark Hopkins Art Institute before helping launch and work at the New Yorker as an illustrator and (first) art editor, later rising to art director. Irvin helped to define that publication with images that were witty and culturally aware, with trembly outlines and poached eyes. He also contributed to “Life” and “Cosmopolitan” magazines starting at age 25. He created hundreds of illustrations, 169 covers, layout, design, and the sharp-casual “Irvin” type font. This small collection of enhanced drawings by Rea Irvin contains a range of leisurely subjects: vacationing, golfing, the theater, the art museum, the dinner, and one obscure scene with a flapper and a neanderthal man. These illustrations were created some time around the Jazz Age and reflect the trends and hobbies of the time in dynamic compositions that capture gesture and emotion so effortlessly.
Revere Auctions
Jun. 03, 2017
Rea Irvin (1881-1972), drawing, Trade an Antique for a Life, drawing for Red Cross donation poster to be used in the Newtown Bee, s...
Est: $300 - $500
Rea Irvin (1881-1972), drawing, Trade an Antique for a Life, drawing for Red Cross donation poster to be used in the Newtown Bee, signed lower right: Rea Irvin, 18" x 12 1/2".
Nadeau's Auction Gallery
Jan. 25, 2015
The New Yorker. 1970
Est: $800 - $1,000
Artist: REA IRVIN (1881-1972) Size: 30 3/8 x 45 3/4 in./77 x 117 cm In 1970, The New Yorker released a poster version of its famous inaugural cover image from February 21, 1925. Based on a caricature of the Count d'Orsay from 1834, Irvin dubbed the dandy Eustace Tilley, and he would go on to appear in a series of stories the following August. He remains the magazine's beloved mascot.
Poster Auctions International Inc
Jan. 22, 2015
REA IRVIN. Man regarding sheep.
Est: $250 - $350
REA IRVIN. Man regarding sheep. Pen and ink cartoon on paper. 381x509 mm; 15x20 inches. Signed lower right. Few glue remnants in lower margin. With: 4 other smaller pen and ink cartoons. Signed "Rea" and captioned in pencil.
Swann Auction Galleries
Sep. 24, 2010
Rea S. Irvin (American, 1881-1972) The Modern Wedding Cake Signed "REA IRVIN" l.r., information on the artist affixed to the backing...
Est: $1,800 - $2,000
Rea S. Irvin (American, 1881-1972) The Modern Wedding Cake Signed "REA IRVIN" l.r., information on the artist affixed to the backing. Watercolor and ink with graphite and crayon on paper/board, image size 15 x 10 1/2 in. (38.1 x 26.7 cm), framed. Condition: Toning, soiling, not examined out of frame.
Skinner
May. 14, 2010
REA IRVIN (NY/CT 1881-1972) Cartoon of being stood up for a date, ink on paper, signed lower right Rea Irvin. Contained in matted ebonized frame under glass. Condition: no visible defects. Dimensions: 9 1/2'' X 6 1/4'', frame 15 5/8'' X 11 5/8''.
Est: $80 - $120
REA IRVIN (NY/CT 1881-1972) Cartoon of being stood up for a date, ink on paper, signed lower right Rea Irvin. Contained in matted ebonized frame under glass. Condition: no visible defects. Dimensions: 9 1/2'' X 6 1/4'', frame 15 5/8'' X 11 5/8''.
Dargate Auction Galleries
Aug. 26, 2009
REA S. IRVIN (American, 1881-1972) 1914 LIFE MAGAZINE COVER ILLUSTRATION.
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Watercolor scene shows a woman seated on a fainting couch with a small black dog jumping off railing towards large parrot. Art Nouveau style in bright colors. Unsigned. We have been told that this is a cover illustration but we have been unable to verify. Housed in a simple wood frame with thin matte. SIZE: Sight: 14-1/4" x 11". CONDITION: Very good. 9-97224
James D. Julia
Aug. 07, 2009
REA IRVIN (NY/CT 1881-1972) Cartoon of being stood up for a date, ink on paper, signed lower right Rea Irvin. Contained in matted ebonized frame under glass. Condition: no visible defects. Dimensions: 9 1/2'' X 6 1/4'', frame 15 5/8'' X 11 5/8''.
Est: $200 - $300
REA IRVIN (NY/CT 1881-1972) Cartoon of being stood up for a date, ink on paper, signed lower right Rea Irvin. Contained in matted ebonized frame under glass. Condition: no visible defects. Dimensions: 9 1/2'' X 6 1/4'', frame 15 5/8'' X 11 5/8''.
Dargate Auction Galleries
Mar. 13, 2009
REA IRVIN (American 1881 - 1972) Gentlemen of
Est: $800 - $1,000
REA IRVIN (American 1881 - 1972) Gentlemen of Japan, c. 1942 Ink and charcoal on paper 17.25 x 13 in. Signed lower right Caption: "If you want to know who we are, we are the gentlemen of Japan."
Heritage Auctions
Nov. 30, 2007
[ Books ]
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
(WATERCOLOR) IRVIN, REA (1881-1972), "THIS DAY IN HISTORY _ _ ORPHEUS INVENTS THE RECITAL, FEBRUARY, 10, 5287 B.C." Watercolor illustration published in "Musical America", February 10, 1929. Measures 13 x 10 in. (sight). Rea Irvin was the "New Yorker" magazine's first art editor and created the first cover and many others. Most of his original art was donated to institutions and rarely comes on the market. Framed and matted.
STAIR
May. 17, 2007
WODEHOUSE, P G Hot Water
Est: $400 - $600
WODEHOUSE, P. G. Hot Water. 6 illustrations by Rea Irvin. 8vo, black cloth stamped in red, slightly cocked; dust jacket, few small surface scuffs, spine panel ends lightly worn. first american edition. APG 56b. Garden City: Doubleday, Doran, 1932
Swann Auction Galleries
Dec. 03, 2005
Magazine cover, New Yorker
Est: $9,000 - $12,000
Young equestrienne in steeplechase race.
Illustration House