David Wu Ject-Key Paintings & Artwork for Sale | David Wu Ject-Key Art Value Price Guide

Jan. 12, 2025
DAVID WU JECT-KEY (AMERICAN/CHINESE, 1890-1968).
Est: $600 - $900
'Ballet Dancer'. Oil on canvas. Signed lower right. Exhibited: Salmagundi Club, NYC, Fall 1975; Salmagundi Club, NYC, Fall 1995. Property from a Larchmont, NY estate. Dimensions: 28" h x 20" w. Frame: 29.625" h x 21.625" w.
Clarke Auction Gallery
Feb. 16, 2024
DAVID JECT-KEY SOFA
Est: $600 - $1,000
Mid Century sofa hand painted by David Ject-Key in red with black and gold stenciling with a trundle bed underneath-complete with near-new mattresses. David Wu Ject-Key (1890-1968) was one of the earliest Chinese artists to study abroad, respectively, at the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts in Montreal and Grand Central School of Art in New York. His paintings can command 6 figures. Provenance: William Smith Auctions from Ject-Key's apartment. Dimensions: 37" Height x 6'7.5" Length x 32" Width
New Hampshire Auctions and Appraisals LLC
Jan. 01, 2024
David Ject-Key (Chinese/Canadian 1890 - 1968), "Summer Day", Oil on canvas, Signed lower left D. Wu Ject-Key, and red signature stamp, titled on verso, 16" x 26", Provenance: Grand Central Art Galleries, New York, ori...
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
David Ject-Key (Chinese/Canadian 1890 - 1968) "Summer Day" Oil on canvas Signed lower left D. Wu Ject-Key, and red signature stamp, titled on verso 16" x 26" Provenance: Grand Central Art Galleries, New York, original seller's label on verso Condition: subtle undulation to canvas, some paint loss upper right and thin paint throughout, overall good condition
Nadeau's Auction Gallery
Oct. 15, 2022
DAVID WU JECT-KEY (CHINESE 1890-1968)
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
DAVID WU JECT-KEY (CHINESE 1890-1968) Creole Woman, oil on canvas 51 x 41 cm (20 1/8 x 16 1/8 in.) framed dimensions: 58.5 x 48.5 cm (23 x 19 1/8 in.) signed and artist seal lower left PROVENANCE with Salmagundi Club, New York City, New York Auction Sale and Exhibition label on verso
Shapiro Auctions LLC
Sep. 10, 2022
David Wu Ject-Key (Chinese/American, 1890-1968)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
David Wu Ject-Key (Chinese/American, 1890-1968), "Country Road", 1963, oil on canvas board, signed and artist stamp lower right, titled, dated and inscribed en verso, 12 in. x 16 in., framed.
Neal Auction Company
Apr. 25, 2021
[WU JECT-KEY, SHOICHI SHIRAKI] A GROUP OF THREE PAINTED ARTIST PALETTES, 20TH CENTURY
Est: $200 - $300
[WU JECT-KEY, SHOICHI SHIRAKI] A GROUP OF THREE PAINTED ARTIST PALETTES, 20TH CENTURY comprising: a) DAVID WU JECT-KEY (CHINESE-AMERICAN 1890-1968), To Cook My Painting's Won't Curb My Hunger, 24 x 34 cm (9 1/2 x 13 3/8 in.), signed lower center, printed sticker lower right corner b) SHOICHI SHIRAKI (JAPANESE 1912-1995), Bird, 30 x 40 cm (11 3/4 x 15 3/4 in.), signed lower right c) SHOICHI SHIRAKI (JAPANESE 1912-1995), Green Dragon, 31 x 41 cm (12 1/4 x 16 1/8 in.), signed lower left corner each oil on artist palette, with Rose Hill Auction House, Englewood, NJ label on verso CONDITION The palettes appear in age-appropriate condition. a) Minor chips to the palettes upper right corner and lower left corner resulting in loss of paint. Overall craquelure visible to the naked eye. Scuff lower right edge leading to the center. b) Discoloration visible to the palete's lower edge. Overall craquelure visible to the naked eye, most notably to the upper right corner and upper edge. c) No apparent issues visible to the naked eye. 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
Mar. 24, 2021
David Wu Ject-Key, Chinese/American 1890-1968- Girl's Head; oil on canvas laid down on board
Est: £700 - £900
David Wu Ject-Key, Chinese/American 1890-1968- Girl's Head; oil on canvas laid down on board, signed, signed with artist's seal, 20.5x17cm Please refer to department for condition report
Roseberys
May. 22, 2020
DAVID WU JECT-KEY | African Dancer
Est: $10,000 - $20,000
oil on canvas
Sotheby's
Jan. 01, 2020
David Wu Ject-Key (1890 - 1968), "Gloucester Waterfront", oil on canvas, harbor, signed and titled on back, Geraci Galleries label o...
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
David Wu Ject-Key (1890 - 1968), "Gloucester Waterfront", oil on canvas, harbor, signed and titled on back, Geraci Galleries label on back. 24" x 30".
Nadeau's Auction Gallery
Nov. 14, 2018
David Wu Jet-Key (American. 1890-1968) Oil On Canvas
Est: $200 - $400
DESCRIPTION: An oil on canvas painting by American artist David Wu Jet-Key portrays a lady in a hat in dark toned hues. Signed on the bottom left "Jetkey" CIRCA: Early to Mid 20th Ct. ORIGIN: USA DIMENSIONS: H: 17 5/8" L: 14 5/8" CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Akiba Galleries
Sep. 08, 2018
David Ject-Key O/C of Man with Accordion
Est: $20,000 - $80,000
This lot features an oil on canvas painting of a young man with is accordion by David Ject-Key. Ject-Key is a Chinese-American artist/ Painting is signed front and back and measures 17 3/4'' x 21 1/2''. This piece came form the Dickenson estate of Knoxville, TN. See photos for details. Shipping available. Painting comes with authenticity letter.
Weiss Lake Auction LLC
Apr. 28, 2018
David Wu Ject-Key (New York, China, 1895-1977) oil on board
Est: $1,650 - $1,850
ARTIST: David Wu Ject-Key (New York, Canada, China, 1895 - 1977) NAME: Portrait of Woman MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 15.5 x 11.5 inches / 39 x 29 cm FRAME SIZE: 22 x 18 inches / 55 x 45 cm SIGNED: lower right SKU#: 112519 WARRANTY: 7 days returns accepted if item doesn't match description US Shipping $35 + insurance. ADDITIONAL HIGH-RESOLUTION PHOTOS
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Apr. 01, 2018
DAVID WU JECT-KEY | Harbour
Est: $40,000 - $80,000
oil on canvas
Sotheby's
Apr. 01, 2018
DAVID WU JECT-KEY | Stone Tower, Newport, R.I.
Est: $10,000 - $20,000
executed in 1957
Sotheby's
Apr. 01, 2018
DAVID WU JECT-KEY | Lanesville
Est: $10,000 - $20,000
watercolour on paper
Sotheby's
Mar. 13, 2018
David Wu Ject-Key Chinese/American, 1890-1968 Farm House, Gloucester, 1960
Est: $7,000 - $9,000
David Wu Ject-Key Chinese/American, 1890-1968 Farm House, Gloucester, 1960 Signed in Pinyin and Chinese and D. WU JECT-KEY (ll); titled and dated ''60 on the reverse Oil on canvas 22 x 32 inches (55.9 x 81.3 cm) Provenance: Acquired directly from the artist by the original owner
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Dec. 09, 2017
DAVID JECT-KEY (AMERICAN, 1890-1968) HARBOR VIEW OIL ON CANVASBOARD 22 X 32 INCH
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
David Ject-Key (American, 1890-1968) Harbor View Oil on canvasboard 22 x 32 inches (55.9 x 81.3 cm) Signed lower left: D. Wu Ject-Key Inscribed on the reverse: Motif #1 HID04901242017
Heritage Auctions
Dec. 05, 2017
David Wu Ject-Key (New York, China, 1895-1977) oil on board
Est: $2,000 - $2,500
ARTIST: David Wu Ject-Key (New York, Canada, China, 1895 - 1977) NAME: Portrait of Woman MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 15.5 x 11.5 inches / 39 x 29 cm FRAME SIZE: 22 x 18 inches / 55 x 45 cm SIGNED: lower right SKU#: 112519 WARRANTY: 7 days returns accepted if item doesn't match description US Shipping $59 + insurance. ADDITIONAL HIGH-RESOLUTION PHOTOS
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Dec. 03, 2017
DAVID WU JECT-KEY, (AMERICAN/CHINESE 1890-1968), "GLOUCESTER WHARF"
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
DAVID WU JECT-KEY (american/chinese 1890-1968) "GLOUCESTER WHARF" Signed 'D. Wu Ject-Key' and again in Mandarin bottom left; also titled verso, including in Mandarin, oil on canvas 20 1/8 x 30 1/4 in. (51.1 x 76.8cm) provenance: Grand Central Art Galleries, New York, New York. Private Collection, New York, New York.
Freeman's | Hindman
Oct. 26, 2017
DAVID WU JECT-KEY, American/Chinese (1890-1968), "Provincetown", oil on board, signed "Wu Ject-Key" lower right, titled on the rever...
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
DAVID WU JECT-KEY American/Chinese (1890-1968) "Provincetown" oil on board, signed "Wu Ject-Key" lower right, titled on the reverse. 19 3/4 x 25 3/4 inches Provenance: Salmagundi Club, New York, New York; Long Island, New York, Estate; Private Collection, Massachusetts. Other Notes: Tags: Impressionist, Provincetown, Massachusetts
Shannon's
Apr. 25, 2017
DAVID WU JECT-KEY (1890-1968), , LADY IN YELLOW AND BLUE
Est: $7,000 - $9,000
DAVID WU JECT-KEY (1890-1968) LADY IN YELLOW AND BLUE oil on canvas laid on masonite; reverse inscribed in Chinese 59 10 31 (possibly for October 31, 1959) H: 31 in., 79 cm; W: 22 in., 56 cm provenance: Private collection, Atlantic City, New Jersey, inherited by the previous owner circa 1965-1967 Acquired from the above by the present owner circa 2006-2007
Freeman's | Hindman
Apr. 25, 2017
DAVID WU JECT-KEY (1890-1968), , LADY IN BLUE
Est: $9,000 - $12,000
DAVID WU JECT-KEY (1890-1968) LADY IN BLUE oil on canvas laid on masonite; reverse inscribed in Chinese 59 11 7 (possibly for November 9, 1959) H: 30 1/4 in., 76 cm; W: 20 in., 51 cm provenance: Private collection, Atlantic City, New Jersey, inherited by the previous owner circa 1965-1967 Acquired from the above by the present owner circa 2006-2007
Freeman's | Hindman
Mar. 08, 2017
David Wu Ject-Key Chinese/American, 1890-1968 Dancer Resting
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
David Wu Ject-Key Chinese/American, 1890-1968 Dancer Resting Signed D. Wu Ject-Key and inscribed with chop (ll), inscribed with Chinese letters and as titled on the reverse Oil on canvasboard 20 x 14 1/4 inches C
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Oct. 16, 2016
David Wu Ject-Key, Painting
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
David Wu Ject-Key (American/Chinese, 1890-1968), Profile of a Lady, oil on canvas, signed lower right, canvas: 18"h x 14.25"w, overall (with frame): 21.5"h x 17.75"w
Clars Auctions
Sep. 18, 2016
David Wu Ject-Key, Painting
Est: $6,000 - $9,000
David Wu Ject-Key (American/Chinese, 1890-1968), Profile of a Lady, oil on canvas, signed lower right, canvas: 18"h x 14.25"w, overall (with frame): 21.5"h x 17.75"w
Clars Auctions
Apr. 04, 2016
DAVID WU JECT-KEY | Nude
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
Salmagundi Club (New York) label affixed to the reverse
Sotheby's
Apr. 04, 2016
DAVID WU JECT-KEY | Gipsy Girl
Est: $30,000 - $50,000
Salmagundi Club (New York) label affixed to the reverse
Sotheby's
Apr. 04, 2016
DAVID WU JECT-KEY | Portrait Study of a Young Girl Seated
Est: $60,000 - $80,000
Salmagundi Club (New York) label affixed to the reverse
Sotheby's
Apr. 04, 2016
DAVID WU JECT-KEY | Ladies under the Pine
Est: $300,000 - $400,000
oil on canvas executed circa 1950s
Sotheby's
Nov. 04, 2015
David Wu Ject-Key American/Chinese, 1890-1968 Female Nude, Seen From the Back, 1944
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
David Wu Ject-Key American/Chinese, 1890-1968 Female Nude, Seen From the Back, 1944 Signed D. Wu Ject-Key and in Chinese characters; also stamped with a red chop (ll); dated FEB - 26 - 44 on the canvas overlap Oil on canvas 20 x 16 inches (50.8 x 40.6 cm) C
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Oct. 31, 2015
D. Wu Ject-Key Sill Life Oil on Panel
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
David Wu Ject-Key (Chinese/American 1890-1968) Still Life With Flowers and Objects. Signed and Sealed D. Wu Ject-Key in Chinese and English. Titled on Verso. Salmagundi Club Label New York. Oil on Board. Original Carved Frame
Concept Art Gallery
Oct. 05, 2015
DAVID WU JECT-KEY | Gloucester City Hall
Est: $150,000 - $250,000
artist signed label affixed to the reverse
Sotheby's
Apr. 05, 2015
DAVID WU JECT-KEY | Inner Harbour Rockpot MA #2
Est: $80,000 - $120,000
oil on canvas
Sotheby's
Apr. 05, 2015
DAVID WU JECT-KEY | Draped Nude
Est: $100,000 - $150,000
oil on board
Sotheby's
Apr. 05, 2015
DAVID WU JECT-KEY | Harbour
Est: $150,000 - $200,000
executed in 1961-1962
Sotheby's
Apr. 05, 2015
DAVID WU JECT-KEY | Farm House, Gloucester
Est: $120,000 - $180,000
oil on canvas
Sotheby's
Apr. 05, 2015
DAVID WU JECT-KEY | Dancer Resting
Est: $90,000 - $150,000
oil on canvas mounted on board
Sotheby's
Oct. 23, 2014
DAVID WU JECT-KEY, American/Chinese (1890-1968), "Topsy", oil on board, signed lower right., 16 1/2 x 12
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
DAVID WU JECT-KEY American/Chinese (1890-1968) "Topsy" oil on board, signed lower right. 16 1/2 x 12 Provenance: Salmagundi Club, Fall 1974; Private collection, New York.
Shannon's
Sep. 13, 2014
DAVID WU JECT-KEY (American, 1890-1968) Portrait of a W
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
DAVID WU JECT-KEY (American, 1890-1968) Portrait of a Woman in Yellow Oil on canvasboard 18 x 14 inches (45.7 x 35.6 cm) Signed vertically lower right: D. Wu Ject-Key THE JEAN AND GRAHAM DEVOE WILLIFORD CHARITABLE TRUST PROVENANCE: Christie's, New York, September 21, 1995, lot 218.
Heritage Auctions
Sep. 13, 2014
DAVID WU JECT-KEY (American, 1890-1968) Chung Shan, Chi
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
DAVID WU JECT-KEY (American, 1890-1968) Chung Shan, China Oil on canvas 18 x 14 inches (45.7 x 35.6 cm) Signed vertically lower right: D Ject Key THE JEAN AND GRAHAM DEVOE WILLIFORD CHARITABLE TRUST
Heritage Auctions
Dec. 04, 2013
David Wu Ject-Key American/Chinese, 1890-1968 Christiano's Farm
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
David Wu Ject-Key American/Chinese, 1890-1968 Christiano's Farm Signed D. Wu Ject-Key and signed with Chinese characters (ll); inscribed as titled on the reverse Oil on board 18 x 23 3/4 inches Exhibited: New York, Salmagundi Club, 1968 C
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Apr. 17, 2013
David Wu Ject-Key (Chinese/American, 1890-1968) Profile Head of a Man. Signed "JECT-KEY" and with chop l.l. Oil on canvas, sight size 7
Est: $800 - $1,200
David Wu Ject-Key (Chinese/American, 1890-1968) Profile Head of a Man. Signed "JECT-KEY" and with chop l.l. Oil on canvas, sight size 7 1/4 x 5 3/4 in., framed (under glass). Provenance: From the artist's wife to the family of the current owner.
Skinner
Apr. 06, 2013
DAVID WU JECT-KEY
Est: $60,000 - $80,000
1890-1968 STILL LIFE WITH YELLOW FLOWERS signed in pinyin and Chinese; signed in pinyin and titled on the reverse; Salmagundi Club, New York label affixed to the reverse oil on canvas 71 by 36 cm. 28 by 14 1/8 in.
Sotheby's
Apr. 06, 2013
DAVID WU JECT-KEY
Est: $280,000 - $380,000
1890-1968 GENERAL OFFICER signed in pinyin and Chinese oil on canvas 183 by 86.5 cm. 72 by 34 in.
Sotheby's
Apr. 06, 2013
DAVID WU JECT-KEY
Est: $80,000 - $120,000
1890-1968 CAPE ANN COVE signed in pinyin and Chinese and stamped with the artist's seal; dated 63, titled and inscribed Coming Storm on the reverse oil on canvas 91.5 by 66 cm. 36 by 26 in.
Sotheby's
Apr. 06, 2013
DAVID WU JECT-KEY
Est: $180,000 - $220,000
1890-1968 A: RECLINING NUDE; B: BLONDE NUDE [TWO WORKS] B: dated Dec 2, 39 on the reverse oil on canvas A: 40.5 by 51 cm. 16 by 20 1/8 in. B: 36 by 46 cm. 14 1/8 by 18 1/8 in.
Sotheby's
Apr. 06, 2013
DAVID WU JECT-KEY
Est: $180,000 - $220,000
1890-1968 A: RECLINING NUDE ON BLUE DRAPES; B: NUDE LEANING ON A CHAIR [TWO WORKS] A: signed in pinyin and Chinese and stamped with the artist's seal A: oil on paperboard B: oil on canvas mounted on paperboard A: 29.5 by 24.5 cm. 11 5/8 by 9 5/8 in. B: 50.5 by 56 cm. 19 7/8 by 22 in.
Sotheby's
Feb. 01, 2013
David Wu Ject-Key (Chinese/American, 1890-1968), Portrait Study of a Woman, Sealed and signed "...DAVID JECT KEY" l.l., dated "FEB. 26-
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
David Wu Ject-Key (Chinese/American, 1890-1968) Portrait Study of a Woman Sealed and signed "...DAVID JECT KEY" l.l., dated "FEB. 26-38" in pencil on the backing. Oil on paper/board, sight size 14 x 10 in. (35.6 x 25.4 cm), framed (under glass). Condition: Minor surface abrasions, not examined out of frame.
Skinner