Herbert Kallem Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Herbert Kallem Art Value Price Guide

Jan. 09, 2024
Herbert Kallem (American, 1909-1994) Wood Sculpture
Est: $50 - $500
DESCRIPTION: Carved wood sculpture by Herbert Kallem (American, 1909 - 1994) depicting a figure. Mounted atop an octagonal wooden base. Signed "KALLEM" on leg. CIRCA: 20th Century ORIGIN: American DIMENSIONS: H: 37.75" W: 27.5" L: 28" CONDITION: Sculpture does not stand upright. Cracks and termite holes in spots. 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
Dec. 15, 2023
HERBERT KALLEM (1909-1994) - Nu Rouge, 1970
Est: €200 - €400
HERBERT KALLEM (1909-1994) - Nu Rouge, 1970 Nu Rouge, 197Huile sur papier signé et daté en bas à droite Dimensions : 40 x 57,5 cm Provenance : - Collection privée Barbara Streisand - Vente Sotheby's, - Collection privée, Monte-Carlo Peintre américain né à Philadelphie, Herbert Kallem déménage à New-York pour étudier à la National Academy of Design et au Pratt Institute. Après la Seconde Guerre Mondiale, il poursuit ses études à l'Ecole des Beaux-Arts Hans Hofmann où il rencontre Ted Davis. Bien qu'il peint et dessine toute sa vie, Kallem se forgera une solide réputation en tant que sculpteur.
Accademia Fine Art
Jan. 17, 2023
Kallem, Herbert (American, 1909-1994) Bronze Brutalist Figural Sculpture - Abstract patinated Brutalist style bronze sculpture of a man with long staff on a wood base. Signed "Kallem 65" on base. 41" H.
Est: $150 - $350
Kallem, Herbert (American, 1909-1994) Bronze Brutalist Figural Sculpture - Abstract patinated Brutalist style bronze sculpture of a man with long staff on a wood base. Signed "Kallem 65" on base. 41" H.
Bill Hood & Sons Arts & Antiques Auctions
Dec. 27, 2022
Herbert Kallem Modernist Abstract Oil On Paper
Est: $100 - $1,000
DESCRIPTION: An original Herbert Kallem (American, 1909-1994) modernist abstract oil on paper painting, depicting a male figure. Matted and Framed. CIRCA: 20th Century ORIGIN: USA DIMENSIONS: H: 30 1/2" W: 24 1/2" Have a similar item to sell? Contact: Info@Akibaantiques.com. CONDITION: Good condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305)-332-9274. 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
Oct. 18, 2022
HERBERT KALLEM - ABSTRACT FIGURE
Est: $100 - $150
Herbert Kallem (American, 1909 - 1994). Abstract figure, oil on paper. Signed lower right, dated '75.
Litchfield Auctions
Sep. 22, 2022
HERBERT KALLEM Three Dancing Figures.
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
HERBERT KALLEM Three Dancing Figures. Bronze, 1976. 530x520x200 mm; 20 3/4x20 1/2x7 3/4 inches. Incised with the artist's signature and the date, on the base. Provenance: Private collection, New York.
Swann Auction Galleries
Jan. 25, 2022
HERBERT KALLEM, (American, 1909-1994), “RECLINING WOMAN I”, Acrylic on Paper, 23 inches x 29 inches (sheet).
Est: $200 - $300
HERBERT KALLEM, (American, 1909-1994), “RECLINING WOMAN I”, Acrylic on Paper, 23 inches x 29 inches (sheet). Signed and dated “Herb Kallem—70” in pen lower center; blind stamped “Favor-Ruhl Bristol Board” upper left; framed under glass in a metal strip frame 24 3/8 inches x 30 3/8 inches overall. Titled and inscribed on the frame backing. Provenance: ROKO Gallery, 90 East 10th St., NYC 10003. CONDITION: Excellent, NO damage, losses or other issues. Light overall toning to paper. Kallem studied at the National Academy of Design, Pratt Institute and with Hans Hoffman. Exhibitions include Whitney Museum, Carnegie Institute, Rhode Island School of Design and American Abstract Artists Group, NYC.
Bill Hood & Sons Arts & Antiques Auctions
Jun. 29, 2021
Kallem, Herbert Bronze Abstract Figural Sculpture - (American, 1909-1994) Abstract patinated Brutalist style bronze sculpture of a man on a wood base. Signed "Kallem 65" on base. 41" H.
Est: $100 - $200
Kallem, Herbert Bronze Abstract Figural Sculpture - (American, 1909-1994) Abstract patinated Brutalist style bronze sculpture of a man on a wood base. Signed "Kallem 65" on base. 41" H.
Bill Hood & Sons Arts & Antiques Auctions
Aug. 22, 2020
Herbert KALLEM: Bronze Man
Est: $100 - $200
Green patina abstract sculpture. Herbert Kallem, sculptor and teacher, was born 1909 in Philadelphia. Later he lived in New York City, East Hampton, NY, and Monhegan Island, Maine, where he was an important member of the Post World War II New York artists who summered at the artist colony there. His father, Morris Kallem, was a portrait painter, and his brother, Henry Kallem, was also a noted artist of his time. Herbert Kallem studied at the National Academy of Design, The Pratt Institute, and The Hans Hoffman School of Fine Art. He was President of The Sculptors Guild from 1974-76, and a member of The American Abstract Artists, The Audubon Society, and The American Federation of Arts. Kallem shared a studio on 28th Street in NYC with artist and actor, Zero Mostel, where a group of artists calling themselves The 28th Street Gang focused their New York community. Herbert Kallem had exhibitions at The Whitney Museum Of American Art and The Carnegie Institute, and with The American Abstract Artists Group in New York, San Francisco, Paris, Rome, Tokyo and Copenhagen. He was head of the Foundation Day and Evening Sculpture Department at New York University and at The School of Visual Arts in NYC for many years. His work is in the collections of The Whitney Museum; The Wadsworth Atheneum Museum, Hartford, CT; The Loeb Collection, New York University; The Smithsonian Institution; The Newark, NJ Museum; The Hofstra University Museum Sculpture Garden; and The Sheldon Memorial Art Gallery and Sculpture Garden, Lincoln, Nebraska, among others. [19 x 3 x 5 inches]. Will not stay upright.
Roland Auctions NY
Jul. 25, 2020
Herbert KALLEM: Bronze Man
Est: -
Green patina abstract sculpture. Herbert Kallem, sculptor and teacher, was born 1909 in Philadelphia. Later he lived in New York City, East Hampton, NY, and Monhegan Island, Maine, where he was an important member of the Post World War II New York artists who summered at the artist colony there. His father, Morris Kallem, was a portrait painter, and his brother, Henry Kallem, was also a noted artist of his time. Herbert Kallem studied at the National Academy of Design, The Pratt Institute, and The Hans Hoffman School of Fine Art. He was President of The Sculptors Guild from 1974-76, and a member of The American Abstract Artists, The Audubon Society, and The American Federation of Arts. Kallem shared a studio on 28th Street in NYC with artist and actor, Zero Mostel, where a group of artists calling themselves The 28th Street Gang focused their New York community. Herbert Kallem had exhibitions at The Whitney Museum Of American Art and The Carnegie Institute, and with The American Abstract Artists Group in New York, San Francisco, Paris, Rome, Tokyo and Copenhagen. He was head of the Foundation Day and Evening Sculpture Department at New York University and at The School of Visual Arts in NYC for many years. His work is in the collections of The Whitney Museum; The Wadsworth Atheneum Museum, Hartford, CT; The Loeb Collection, New York University; The Smithsonian Institution; The Newark, NJ Museum; The Hofstra University Museum Sculpture Garden; and The Sheldon Memorial Art Gallery and Sculpture Garden, Lincoln, Nebraska, among others. [19 x 3 x 5 inches]. Will not stay upright.
Roland Auctions NY
Sep. 12, 2019
HERBERT KALLEM (NY/MA/ME, 1912-1985)
Est: $200 - $400
HERBERT KALLEM (NY/MA/ME, 1912-1985) "Bride", 1952, woodcut, pencil signed, titled and dated at bottom, in black lacquered oak frame, matted and glazed, OS: 30" x 17", impression: 22" x 9 1/2". Light rippling.
Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Sep. 12, 2019
HERBERT KALLEM (NY, 1909-1994)
Est: $300 - $500
HERBERT KALLEM (NY, 1909-1994) "Matador", bronze, signed "Kellem", dated '62, mounted on hardwood block, 13 3/4" tall overall. Good condition.
Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Jul. 03, 2019
Herbert Kallem, American 1909-1994- ‘The Virgin’ 1952; bronze with a green patina, height 11cm Pr
Est: £400 - £600
Herbert Kallem, American 1909-1994- ‘The Virgin’ 1952; bronze with a green patina, height 11cm Provenance: Private collection, London Note: Herbert Kallem shared a studio on 28th Street in New York with artist and actor, Zero Mostel (1915-1977), they were members of an artist group called the “The 28th Street Gang”, whose focused on their New York community post World War II. Please refer to department for condition report
Roseberys
Jan. 29, 2019
HERBERT KALLEM (AMERICAN, 1909-1994)
Est: $100 - $200
ABSTRACT FIGURE OIL ON PAPER , SIGNED HERB KALLEM , 70' - 23 1/2" x 30 1/2" UNFRAMED
Echoes Antiques & Auction Gallery
Jul. 11, 2018
Herbert Kallem (1909-1994) Two Hanging Sculptures, Bronzes,
Est: $200 - $400
Herbert Kallem (1909-1994) Two Hanging Sculptures, Bronzes, Both signed and dated. Largest dimensions: dia: 6 5/8 in.
Gray's Auctioneers
Apr. 15, 2018
HERBERT KALLEM SCULPTURE, H 9'', L 2 1/2''
Est: $50 - $100
HERBERT KALLEM, (AMERICAN, 1909-1994), SCULPTURE, H 9'', L 2 1/2''A ABSTRACT METAL FIGURE SIGNED "KALLEM 76". H 9'', L 2 1/2''.
DuMouchelles
Jan. 21, 2018
HERBERT KALLEM SCULPTURE
Est: $100 - $200
HERBERT KALLEM, (AMERICAN, 1909-1994), SCULPTURE, H 9'', L 2 1/2'':A abstract metal figure signed "Kallem 76". H 9'', L 2 1/2''.
DuMouchelles
Jun. 03, 2017
Herbert Kallem, (American, 1909-1994), The Tap Dancer, 1952, copper, 12"h x 2.75"w x 4.25"d
Est: $300 - $500
Herbert Kallem (American, 1909-1994) The Tap Dancer, 1952 copper signed and dated 12"h x 2.75"w x 4.25"d Provenance: Grosvenor Gallery Limited, London, England Acquired from the above by the present owner
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Mar. 24, 2017
Herbert Kallem (1909-1994): Bust
Est: $300 - $500
Herbert Kallem (1909-1994): Bust Bronze on wood base, indistinctly signed with initials. 12 1/2 x 7 1/2 x 4 3/4 in.
STAIR
Mar. 04, 2017
Herbert Kallem, (American, 1909-1994), Standing Figure, 1967, silver painted sheet copper, 23"h x 6"w x 7"d
Est: $300 - $500
Herbert Kallem (American, 1909-1994) Standing Figure, 1967 silver painted sheet copper signed and dated 23"h x 6"w x 7"d
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Mar. 04, 2017
Herbert Kallem, (American, 1909-1994), Standing Figure, 1952, bronze, 12"h x 3"w x 4.5"d
Est: $400 - $600
Herbert Kallem (American, 1909-1994) Standing Figure, 1952 bronze signed and dated 12"h x 3"w x 4.5"d
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Mar. 04, 2017
Herbert Kallem, (American, 1909-1994), Abstract Nude, 1970, acrylic on paper on board, 21.5" x 14.5"
Est: $300 - $500
Herbert Kallem (American, 1909-1994) Abstract Nude, 1970 acrylic on paper on board signed and dated lower right 21.5" x 14.5" Provenance: Bloom Fine Art & Antiques, New York, New York
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Feb. 08, 2017
Herbert Kallem, American (1909-1994) "Untitled" Bronze Abstract Standing Figure
Est: $200 - $400
Herbert Kallem, American (1909-1994) "Untitled" Bronze Abstract Standing Figure. Depicted to be holding an object tight in arms. Signed and dated 1975 on obverse side. Good condition. Measures 10-3/4" H. Shipping $58.00 (estimate $200-$400)
Kodner Galleries
Feb. 08, 2017
Herbert Kallem, American (1909-1994) "Untitled" Bronze Abstract Standing Figure
Est: $200 - $400
Herbert Kallem, American (1909-1994) "Untitled" Bronze Abstract Standing Figure. Signed and dated 1973 on obverse side. Good condition. Measures 11-3/4" H. Shipping $58.00 (estimate $200-$400)
Kodner Galleries
Sep. 27, 2015
Kallem, 2 Abstract Works, M/M
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Herbert Kallem (American, 1909-1994), lot of two abstract works, mixed media and gouache collage, both signed lower left and dated 1993 lower right, in custom silver leaf frame, 9" h x 11" w (image), 35" h x 27" w (full sheet). Provenance: From a California collection.
Kaminski Auctions
Apr. 29, 2015
Herbert Kallem
Est: $900 - $1,200
Herbert Kallem Am. 1909-1994 Four Figures OIl on paper 27 1/4 x 40 1/8 in. 69.2 x 101.9 cm Property of Joseph and Lynn Ascrizzi, Freedom, Maine Provenance: St. Mary's College, Maryland, deaccessioned ca. 1992To the current owner Good condition, good appearance
Barridoff Auctions
Apr. 29, 2015
Herbert Kallem
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Herbert Kallem Am. 1909-1994 Figure Signed and dated "Herbert Kallem 73" l.r. Oil on paper 27 3/4 x 19 3/4 in. 70.5 x 50.2 cm Property of Joseph and Lynn Ascrizzi, Freedom, Maine Provenance: St. Mary's College, Maryland, deaccessioned ca. 1992To the current owner Good condition, good appearance
Barridoff Auctions
Apr. 29, 2015
Herbert Kallem
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Herbert Kallem Am. 1909-1994 Five Figures Signed and dated " Herbert Kallem 71" l.r. Oil on paper 27 1/2 x 40 1/4 in. 69.9 x 102.2 cm Property of Joseph and Lynn Ascrizzi, Freedom, Maine Provenance: St. Mary's College, Maryland, deaccessioned ca. 1992To the current owner Good condition, good appearance
Barridoff Auctions
Apr. 29, 2015
Herbert Kallem
Est: $900 - $1,200
Herbert Kallem Am. 1909-1004 Three Figures Signed and dated "Herb Kallem '70" l.r. Oil on paper 15 3/4 x 22 3/4 in. 40.0 x 57.8 cm Property of Joseph and Lynn Ascrizzi, Freedom, Maine Provenance: St. Mary's College, Maryland, deaccessioned ca. 1992To the current owner Good condition, good appearance
Barridoff Auctions
Apr. 25, 2015
HERBERT KALLEM AMERICAN 1909-1994
Est: $500 - $700
Man with Batons, bronze on wood base, H: 17 1/4 in (43.8 cm), PROVENANCE: From the estate of Charlotte Thomas, NYC, NY
Trinity International Auctions & Appraisals, LLC
Apr. 25, 2015
HERBERT KALLEM AMERICAN 1909-1994
Est: $500 - $700
The Mountain, painted bronze and iron, H: 49 3/4 (126.3 cm) W: 5 1/2 in (13.9 cm) D: 4 in (10.1 cm), PROVENANCE: From the estate of Charlotte Thomas, NYC, NY
Trinity International Auctions & Appraisals, LLC
Jan. 24, 2015
HERBERT KALLEM AMERICAN 1909-1994
Est: $700 - $900
Unicyclists, Found objects and iron on a cast folate base on wood plinth, 23 7/8 in height (60.6 cm), executed 1974, Incised Kallem and dated 74 on base
Trinity International Auctions & Appraisals, LLC
Jan. 24, 2015
HERBERT KALLEM (ATTR) AMERICAN 19091994
Est: $500 - $700
Standing Woman, patinated bronze and metal on cylindrical base, 18 1/4 H ( 46.4 cm), inscribed to Herbert Kallem, PROVENANCE:From the estate of Charlotte Thomas, NYC, NY
Trinity International Auctions & Appraisals, LLC
Jan. 24, 2015
HERBERT KALLEM AMERICAN 1909-1994
Est: $500 - $700
The Circus Performer , painted bronze and found object on wood, 26 H x 16 W x 9 D (66 x 40.6 x 22.9 cm), signed Kallem and dated '56 on base, PROVENANCE: From the estate of Charlotte Thomas, NYC, NY
Trinity International Auctions & Appraisals, LLC
Sep. 07, 2014
KALLEM, Herbert. 1975 Oil on Paper of Reclining
Est: $200 - $300
Figures. Signed and dated lower right. Herbert Kallem (American, 1909 - 1994, active in New York). From a Central Park West, NYC collector. Dimensions: 27.5" high x 20" wide. Condition: Good, not examined out of frame. Crack to Kulicke frame and left and a few small scratches.
Clarke Auction Gallery
May. 12, 2012
Herbert Kallem (American, 1909-1994) Untitled (Mummy), 1970
Est: $600 - $800
Herbert Kallem (American, 1909-1994); Untitled (Mummy), 1970; Bronze; Signed and dated "Kallem/70" American Art Foundry; 9" high with base; Provenance: The Eileen and Marvin Reingold Collection
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Apr. 25, 2012
Herbert Kallem - 'Three Nudes'
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Signed and dated "Herbert Kallem 70" l.l.
Barridoff Auctions
Apr. 25, 2012
Herbert Kallem - 'Woman'
Est: $600 - $900
Signed "Kallem" on the back of one leg
Barridoff Auctions
Apr. 25, 2012
Herbert Kallem - 'Violinist'
Est: $600 - $900
Signed "Kallem " on the bronze verso
Barridoff Auctions
Apr. 25, 2012
Herbert Kallem - 'Cat'
Est: $600 - $900
Signed "Kallem" on the bronze base
Barridoff Auctions
Mar. 13, 2012
Herbert Kallem, American b.1910- "The Virgin",
Est: £250 - £300
Herbert Kallem, American b.1910- "The Virgin", 1952; bronze sculpture on rectangular wooden plinth, 36cm., (high, excluding plinth) (a/f)
Roseberys
May. 04, 2009
KALLEM, Herbert. Two Gouaches of Figures
Est: $300 - $500
Signed lower right and dated 73 and signed lower center and dated 80. Herbert Kallem, American, 1909-1994. Member of the American Abstract Artists, exhibited at the Roko Gallery in New York. Provenance: the estate of a a Central ParkWest collector. Dimensions: 27 x 19 and 14 x 10 Condition: 1.good 2.two small spot of adhesive residue on left surface
Clarke Auction Gallery
May. 04, 2009
KALLEM, Herbert. Two Bronze Sculptures
Est: $400 - $600
not signed, but attributed due to style, family memory, and provenance. One mounted on pipe fitting and the other on open bronze box. Provenance: acquired directly from the artist by a Central Park West collector. The same estate supplied the two signed Herbert Kallem paintings in this same sale. Dimensions: 18" high and 13 1/2" high Condition: good
Clarke Auction Gallery