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Margaret Keane Sold at Auction Prices

Painter, b. 1927 -

Many born in the late 1950s and 1960s grew up under the sad, soulful big-eyed images of artist Margret Keane's popular art. Yet, the middle class purchasers displaying her paintings on suburban walls never knew the true artist. Her husband, Walter Keane, sold the kitsch paintings as his, making millions. She divorced him in 1965, eventually confessing the ruse, but Walter claimed she was a liar. In the mid-1980s, she won a defamation lawsuit when a judge proposed each produce a painting in court. Walter refused.

The life of artist Margaret Keane was made into a Tim Burton film in 2014 entitled Big Eyes. Though she has never gained favor in the world of art critics, she continues to paint. Margaret Keane's paintings and art for sale still feature subjects with big eyes, but her more recent art exudes joyfulness. Peruse vintage and contemporary paintings online to find a piece that expresses powerful emotion.

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  • Margaret Keane
    Nov. 20, 2024

    Margaret Keane

    Est: $5,000 - $8,000

    American, 1927-2022 After the Bath Signed MDH Keane (lr) Oil on canvas 30 x 24 inches (76.2 x 61 cm) (Framed:) Scattered edge wear with small losses, most apparent at upper right, lower right and lower left corners. A small area of cracking and lifting at center left near edge, within background. Paint surface is not stable in this area. Some minor soiling to canvas, most apparent at lower center, within towel. Areas of the background fluoresce under UV light, though this may be due to the application and mediums, as there is no further evidence of restoration.

    DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
  • GILT TIFFANY PINE NEEDLE INKWELL
    Nov. 17, 2024

    GILT TIFFANY PINE NEEDLE INKWELL

    Est: $400 - $700

    GILT TIFFANY PINE NEEDLE INKWELL: Tiffany Studios bronze inkwell in "Pine Needle" pattern, with caramel slag glass lining and pierced bronze overlay, with clear glass well, hallmarked: "Tiffany Studios New York / 845". Approx. 3" h x 3.25" w x 3.25" d.

    Burchard Galleries Inc
  • GILT TIFFANY PINE NEEDLE LETTER RACK
    Nov. 17, 2024

    GILT TIFFANY PINE NEEDLE LETTER RACK

    Est: $500 - $700

    GILT TIFFANY PINE NEEDLE LETTER RACK: Gilt bronze stand with three divider panels, having pierced pine needle pattern overlaid on slag glass. Stamped Tiffany Studios, New York, 1008 at the base. Approx. 6.25" h x 10" w x 2.5" d.

    Burchard Galleries Inc
  • MARGARET (HAWKINS) KEANE (California/Tennessee, 1927-2022), Nude with daisy, a portrait of the artist's daughter., Oil on canvas, 30" x 24". Framed 34" x 28".
    Nov. 13, 2024

    MARGARET (HAWKINS) KEANE (California/Tennessee, 1927-2022), Nude with daisy, a portrait of the artist's daughter., Oil on canvas, 30" x 24". Framed 34" x 28".

    Est: $7,000 - $10,000

    MARGARET (HAWKINS) KEANE California/Tennessee, 1927-2022 Nude with daisy, a portrait of the artist's daughter. Signed and dated upper right "MDH Keane 1971".

    Eldred's
  • Margaret Keane (American, 1927) - Girl With Balloons Print -1962
    Nov. 07, 2024

    Margaret Keane (American, 1927) - Girl With Balloons Print -1962

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    DESCRIPTION: Margaret Keane (American, 1927)- Girl With Balloons -1962 Gallery embellished special edition on board signed "Keane 1962" on bottom corner. Framed. Margaret Keane was portrayed by Amy Adams in the Tim Burton film "BIG EYES". Provenance: This lot was acquired from a private collector in Hawaii directly from Margaret Keane gallery. It has been part of a private original collection over a period of past decades. Artist Biography Margaret D. H. Keane (American, 1927) was an American artist known for her paintings of subjects with big eyes. She relocate from San Francisco to Hawaii. Keane lived in Hawaii for more than 25 years before returning to California in 1991. She mainly painted women, children, or animals in oil or mixed media. The work achieved commercial success. Margaret Keane's artwork was sold under the name of her husband, Walter Keane, as he took credit for her work. Conflict over that issue was cited as one of the reasons they divorced. Neither wanting to relinquish rights to the artwork, Walter and Margaret's divorce proceedings went all the way to federal court. At the hearing, Margaret created a painting in front of the judge to prove that she was the artist. Walter declined to paint before the court, citing a sore shoulder. In 1986, the courts sided with her, enabling her to paint under her own name. Some of her well-known fans over the years have included actresses Joan Crawford and Natalie Wood; and filmmaker Tim Burton. CIRCA: 1962 ORIGIN: Hawai DIMENSIONS: H: 5 5/8" W: 2 3/4" Frame H: 9 5/8" W: 6 5/8" CONDITION: Good Condition 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
  • Work on paper, Margaret Keane
    Sep. 19, 2024

    Work on paper, Margaret Keane

    Est: $1,500 - $2,000

    Margaret Keane (American, 1927-2022), Untitled (Portrait of a Child), 1980, ink on paper, signed and dated lower right, inscribed verso, sheet: 6"h x 6"w, overall (with frame): 19"h x 17.75"w

    Clars Auctions
  • Painting, Margaret Keane
    Aug. 16, 2024

    Painting, Margaret Keane

    Est: $300 - $500

    Margaret Keane (American, 1927-2022), Untitled (Eye), 1978, oil on masonite, signed and dated lower left, board: 2.25"h x 3.25"w, overall (with frame): 3.5"h x 4.5"w

    Clars Auctions
  • MARGARET KEANE ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING
    Aug. 16, 2024

    MARGARET KEANE ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING

    Est: $20,000 - $30,000

    MARGARET KEANE ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING (1927 – 2022) American artist known for her paintings of subjects with large 'doe' eyes. She mainly painted women, children, or animals in oil or mixed media. Her work achieved huge commercial success, largely through reproductions on prints, plates, and cups. It has been critically acclaimed but also criticized as formulaic. The artwork was originally attributed to Keane's then-husband, Walter Keane. Soon after their divorce in the 1960s, Margaret claimed credit, which was established after a court 'paint-off' in Hawaii. An original Margaret Keane oil on canvas painting depicting a young girl with a kitten cradled in her arms, 13.5 x 29.5 in. (sight), signed 'Keane' at the lower-left corner. In original (worn) partly gilded frame. Very slight surface cracking in places commensurate with age, some staining to the young lady's right sleeve and in need of a bit of cleaning, the inside edge of the frame damp stained and slightly so on the verso with no apparent effect to the painting itself, overall, very good condition.

    Alexander Historical Auctions LLC
  • Margaret Keane (1927-2022), Portrait of a young girl, 1956
    Jul. 16, 2024

    Margaret Keane (1927-2022), Portrait of a young girl, 1956

    Est: $500 - $700

    Margaret Keane (1927-2022) Portrait of a young girl, 1956 Pastel on paper Signed and dated lower right: Keane

    John Moran Auctioneers
  • Margaret Keane -The Coffee Break -1963 Gallery Lithograph
    Jul. 16, 2024

    Margaret Keane -The Coffee Break -1963 Gallery Lithograph

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    DESCRIPTION: Margaret Keane (American, 1927)-Gallery Lithograph originally printed in Japan in the year 1963. Titled: "The Coffee Break". Depicts four young female figures with characteristic Big Eyes. Framed. Margaret Keane was portrayed by Amy Adams in the Tim Burton film "BIG EYES". Provenance: This lot was acquired from a private collector in Hawaii directly from Margaret Keane gallery. It has been part of a private original collection over a period of past decades. Artist Biography Margaret D. H. Keane was an American artist known for her paintings of subjects with big eyes. She relocate from San Francisco to Hawaii. Keane lived in Hawaii for more than 25 years before returning to California in 1991. She mainly painted women, children, or animals in oil or mixed media. The work achieved commercial success. Margaret Keane's artwork was sold under the name of her husband, Walter Keane, as he took credit for her work. Conflict over that issue was cited as one of the reasons they divorced. Neither wanting to relinquish rights to the artwork, Walter and Margaret's divorce proceedings went all the way to federal court. At the hearing, Margaret created a painting in front of the judge to prove that she was the artist. Walter declined to paint before the court, citing a sore shoulder. In 1986, the courts sided with her, enabling her to paint under her own name. Some of her well-known fans over the years have included actresses Joan Crawford and Natalie Wood; and filmmaker Tim Burton. CIRCA: 1963 ORIGIN: Hawai DIMENSIONS: H: 26 1/8" W: 30 1/4" CONDITION: Excellent Condition 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
  • Margaret Keane (American, 1927)-Portrait of a Girl & Cat - 1967
    Jul. 16, 2024

    Margaret Keane (American, 1927)-Portrait of a Girl & Cat - 1967

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    DESCRIPTION: Margaret Keane (American, 1927)-Portrait of a Girl & Cat with Big Eyes -1967 Gallery Lithography. Margaret Keane was portrayed by Amy Adams in the Tim Burton film "BIG EYES". Signed and dated on the lower right bottom corner "MDH Keane" and 1967. Provenance: This lot was acquired from a private collector in Hawaii directly from Margaret Keane gallery. It has been part of a private original collection over a period of past decades. Artist Biography Margaret D. H. Keane was an American artist known for her paintings of subjects with big eyes. She relocate from San Francisco to Hawaii. Keane lived in Hawaii for more than 25 years before returning to California in 1991. She mainly painted women, children, or animals in oil or mixed media. The work achieved commercial success. Margaret Keane's artwork was sold under the name of her husband, Walter Keane, as he took credit for her work. Conflict over that issue was cited as one of the reasons they divorced. Neither wanting to relinquish rights to the artwork, Walter and Margaret's divorce proceedings went all the way to federal court. At the hearing, Margaret created a painting in front of the judge to prove that she was the artist. Walter declined to paint before the court, citing a sore shoulder. In 1986, the courts sided with her, enabling her to paint under her own name. Some of her well-known fans over the years have included actresses Joan Crawford and Natalie Wood; and filmmaker Tim Burton. CIRCA: 1967 ORIGIN: Hawai DIMENSIONS: H: 15 1/2" W: 11 3/8" Frame H: 8 3/4" W: 4 1/2" CONDITION: Excellent Condition 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
  • Margaret Keane (American, 1927) - Girl With Balloons print -1962
    Jul. 16, 2024

    Margaret Keane (American, 1927) - Girl With Balloons print -1962

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    DESCRIPTION: Margaret Keane (American, 1927)- Girl With Balloons -1962 Gallery embellished special edition on board. Framed. Margaret Keane was portrayed by Amy Adams in the Tim Burton film "BIG EYES". Provenance: This lot was acquired from a private collector in Hawaii directly from Margaret Keane gallery. It has been part of a private original collection over a period of past decades. Artist Biography Margaret D. H. Keane (American, 1927) was an American artist known for her paintings of subjects with big eyes. She relocate from San Francisco to Hawaii. Keane lived in Hawaii for more than 25 years before returning to California in 1991. She mainly painted women, children, or animals in oil or mixed media. The work achieved commercial success. Margaret Keane's artwork was sold under the name of her husband, Walter Keane, as he took credit for her work. Conflict over that issue was cited as one of the reasons they divorced. Neither wanting to relinquish rights to the artwork, Walter and Margaret's divorce proceedings went all the way to federal court. At the hearing, Margaret created a painting in front of the judge to prove that she was the artist. Walter declined to paint before the court, citing a sore shoulder. In 1986, the courts sided with her, enabling her to paint under her own name. Some of her well-known fans over the years have included actresses Joan Crawford and Natalie Wood; and filmmaker Tim Burton. CIRCA: 1962 ORIGIN: Hawai DIMENSIONS: H: 5 5/8" W: 2 3/4" Frame H: 9 5/8" W: 6 5/8" CONDITION: Excellent Condition 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
  • Signed Margaret Keane (American, 1927) Original Lithograph
    Jul. 16, 2024

    Signed Margaret Keane (American, 1927) Original Lithograph

    Est: $100 - $1,000

    DESCRIPTION: Margaret Keane (American, 1927) original vintage lithograph depicting a pair of elongated young female figures with characteristic Big Eyes. Signed MDH Keane on the upper right corner. Framed. Margaret Keane was portrayed by Amy Adams in the Tim Burton film "BIG EYES". Provenance: This lot was acquired from a private collector in Hawaii directly from Margaret Keane gallery. It has been part of a private original collection over a period of past decades. Artist Biography Margaret D. H. Keane was an American artist known for her paintings of subjects with big eyes. She relocate from San Francisco to Hawaii. Keane lived in Hawaii for more than 25 years before returning to California in 1991. She mainly painted women, children, or animals in oil or mixed media. The work achieved commercial success. Margaret Keane's artwork was sold under the name of her husband, Walter Keane, as he took credit for her work. Conflict over that issue was cited as one of the reasons they divorced. Neither wanting to relinquish rights to the artwork, Walter and Margaret's divorce proceedings went all the way to federal court. At the hearing, Margaret created a painting in front of the judge to prove that she was the artist. Walter declined to paint before the court, citing a sore shoulder. In 1986, the courts sided with her, enabling her to paint under her own name. Some of her well-known fans over the years have included actresses Joan Crawford and Natalie Wood; and filmmaker Tim Burton. Margaret Keane was portrayed by Amy Adams in the Tim Burton film "BIG EYES". CIRCA: 20th Century ORIGIN: Hawai DIMENSIONS: Frame: H: 37 1/4" W: 21 1/2" Lithograph: W: 13 5/8" H: 29 1/2" CONDITION: Excellent Condition 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
  • MARGARET KEANE, (1927 - 2022), Madame Butterfly, 1986, mixed media print, ed. 49/.150, 60.5 x 60.5 cm. (23.8 x 23.8 in.), frame: 93 x 93 x 3 cm. (36.6 x 36.6 x 1.1 in.)
    Jul. 03, 2024

    MARGARET KEANE, (1927 - 2022), Madame Butterfly, 1986, mixed media print, ed. 49/.150, 60.5 x 60.5 cm. (23.8 x 23.8 in.), frame: 93 x 93 x 3 cm. (36.6 x 36.6 x 1.1 in.)

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    MARGARET KEANE (1927 - 2022) Madame Butterfly, 1986 mixed media print, ed. 49/.150 signed lower right

    Lawsons
  • MARGARET KEANE, (1927 - 2022), Madame Butterfly, 1986, mixed media print, ed. 49/.150, 60.5 x 60.5 cm. (23.8 x 23.8 in.), frame: 93 x 93 x 3 cm. (36.6 x 36.6 x 1.1 in.)
    Jun. 16, 2024

    MARGARET KEANE, (1927 - 2022), Madame Butterfly, 1986, mixed media print, ed. 49/.150, 60.5 x 60.5 cm. (23.8 x 23.8 in.), frame: 93 x 93 x 3 cm. (36.6 x 36.6 x 1.1 in.)

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    MARGARET KEANE (1927 - 2022) Madame Butterfly, 1986 mixed media print, ed. 49/.150 signed lower right

    Lawsons
  • Margaret (Hawkins) Keane (1927 - 2022): Girl with Big Eyes
    Jun. 08, 2024

    Margaret (Hawkins) Keane (1927 - 2022): Girl with Big Eyes

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    Margaret (Hawkins) Keane 1927 - 2022 Girl with Big Eyes oil on canvas signed lower left

    Abell Auction
  • MARGARET KEANE (1927-2022) SIGNED LITHOGRAPH
    Jun. 04, 2024

    MARGARET KEANE (1927-2022) SIGNED LITHOGRAPH

    Est: $50 - $10,000

    Numbered 36/100 and signed in pencil in lower margin, with additional signature and date 1982 in print lower left. Dimensions: (Frame) H 36.75" x W 29.25" ; (Sight) H 25,75" x W 18.75". Condition: Not examined out of frame. Paper appears clean, colors bright. Nicks and scuffs to frame.

    Westport Auction
  • Margaret Keane, Untitled (Girl with Teddy Bear)
    May. 30, 2024

    Margaret Keane, Untitled (Girl with Teddy Bear)

    Est: $5,000 - $7,000

    Margaret Keane Untitled (Girl with Teddy Bear) 1996 oil on canvas sight: 12 h x 9 w in (30 x 23 cm) Signed and dated to left of center '© MDH Keane 1996'. Provenance: Acquired directly from the artist, Collection of Viola and William Rosenberg | Thence by descent This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

    Wright
  • Margaret Keane, Untitled (Girl with Pug)
    May. 30, 2024

    Margaret Keane, Untitled (Girl with Pug)

    Est: $7,000 - $9,000

    Margaret Keane Untitled (Girl with Pug) 1987 oil on canvas 24 h x 18 w in (61 x 46 cm) Signed and dated to lower left '© MDH Keane 1987'. Inscribed to verso 'To Robert Aloha MDH Keane'. Provenance: Acquired directly from the artist, Collection of Viola and William Rosenberg | Thence by descent This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

    Wright
  • Margaret Keane, Untitled (Three Women)
    May. 30, 2024

    Margaret Keane, Untitled (Three Women)

    Est: $7,000 - $10,000

    Margaret Keane Untitled (Three Women) oil on canvas sight: 13.125 h x 29 w in (33 x 74 cm) Signed to lower left 'MDH Keane'. Provenance: Acquired directly from the artist, Collection of Viola and William Rosenberg | Thence by descent This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

    Wright
  • Margaret Keane, Untitled (Girl with Koala)
    May. 30, 2024

    Margaret Keane, Untitled (Girl with Koala)

    Est: $5,000 - $7,000

    Margaret Keane Untitled (Girl with Koala) 1996 oil on canvas 12 h x 9 w in (30 x 23 cm) Signed and dated to lower left '© MDH Keane 1996'. Provenance: Acquired directly from the artist, Collection of Viola and William Rosenberg | Thence by descent This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

    Wright
  • Margaret Keane, Untitled (Girl with Hollyhock)
    May. 30, 2024

    Margaret Keane, Untitled (Girl with Hollyhock)

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    Margaret Keane Untitled (Girl with Hollyhock) 2000 oil on panel 5 h x 7 w in (13 x 18 cm) Signed and dated to lower left '© MDH Keane 2000'. Provenance: Acquired directly from the artist, Collection of Viola and William Rosenberg | Thence by descent This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

    Wright
  • Margaret Keane, Untitled (Girl with Lamb)
    May. 30, 2024

    Margaret Keane, Untitled (Girl with Lamb)

    Est: $5,000 - $7,000

    Margaret Keane Untitled (Girl with Lamb) 1998 oil on canvas 12 h x 9 w in (30 x 23 cm) Signed and dated to lower right '© MDH Keane 1998'. Provenance: Acquired directly from the artist, Collection of Viola and William Rosenberg | Thence by descent This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

    Wright
  • Margaret Keane, Untitled
    May. 30, 2024

    Margaret Keane, Untitled

    Est: $3,000 - $5,000

    Margaret Keane Untitled 1978 oil on Masonite 5 h x 7 w in (13 x 18 cm) Signed and dated to lower left '© MDH Keane '78'. Provenance: Acquired directly from the artist, Collection of Viola and William Rosenberg | Thence by descent This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

    Wright
  • Margaret Keane, Untitled
    May. 30, 2024

    Margaret Keane, Untitled

    Est: $7,000 - $9,000

    Margaret Keane Untitled c. 1960 oil on canvas 18 h x 14 w in (46 x 36 cm) Signed to upper right '© MDH Keane'. Provenance: James D. Julia Auctioneers, Fairfield, ME, 24 August 2005, Lot 281 | Collection of Ivy Shaw, St. Helena, CA | Wright, 20th Century Art, 12 March 2020, Lot 139 | Private Collection This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

    Wright
  • MARGARET (HAWKINS) KEANE (California/Tennessee, 1927-2022), Nude with daisy, a portrait of the artist's daughter., Oil on canvas, 30" x 24". Framed 34" x 28".
    Apr. 24, 2024

    MARGARET (HAWKINS) KEANE (California/Tennessee, 1927-2022), Nude with daisy, a portrait of the artist's daughter., Oil on canvas, 30" x 24". Framed 34" x 28".

    Est: $7,000 - $10,000

    MARGARET (HAWKINS) KEANE California/Tennessee, 1927-2022 Nude with daisy, a portrait of the artist's daughter. Signed and dated upper right "MDH Keane 1971".

    Eldred's
  • Painting, Margaret Keane
    Apr. 19, 2024

    Painting, Margaret Keane

    Est: $6,000 - $9,000

    Margaret Keane (American, 1927-2022), Portrait of Sara May, 1977, oil and gold leaf on canvas, signed and dated upper right, canvas: 36"h x 24"w, overall (with frame): 45.5"h x 33.5"w. Note: Photos of the artist painting the portrait accompany this lot.

    Clars Auctions
  • Print, Margaret Keane
    Mar. 23, 2024

    Print, Margaret Keane

    Est: $300 - $500

    Margaret Keane (American, 1927-2022), Japanese Woman from "Japanese Princess" series, circa 1960, lithograph, pencil signed lower right, edition 17/25, overall (with frame): 39.5"h x 31"w

    Clars Auctions
  • Margaret Keane (1927-2022): Big Eyed cat
    Mar. 09, 2024

    Margaret Keane (1927-2022): Big Eyed cat

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    Margaret Keane American, 1927-2022 Big Eyed cat oil on canvas 1983; signed "MDH Keane" and dated lower right, inscribed to verso "To Carl W. Barrow / aloha from Hawaii / Margaret Keane"

    Abell Auction
  • Margaret Keane (1927 - 2022): Waiting for Grandmother
    Mar. 09, 2024

    Margaret Keane (1927 - 2022): Waiting for Grandmother

    Est: $6,000 - $8,000

    Margaret Keane 1927 - 2022 Waiting for Grandmother oil on board 1962; signed and dated lower left, titled to plaque

    Abell Auction
  • Margaret Keane (1927 - 2022): The Wanderer
    Mar. 09, 2024

    Margaret Keane (1927 - 2022): The Wanderer

    Est: $10,000 - $15,000

    Margaret Keane 1927 - 2022 The Wanderer oil on canvas 1962; signed and dated lower left, titled to plaque

    Abell Auction
  • Margaret Keane (American, 1927-2022)
    Dec. 07, 2023

    Margaret Keane (American, 1927-2022)

    Est: $3,000 - $5,000

    Margaret Keane (American, 1927-2022), "Crying Girl with Black Cat", 1995, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left, 8 in. x 6 in., framed, overall 8 3/4 in. x 6 3/4 in. x 1 1/4 in.

    Neal Auction Company
  • Margaret Keane (American, 1927–2022) - Princess
    Dec. 05, 2023

    Margaret Keane (American, 1927–2022) - Princess

    Est: $5,000 - $8,000

    Margaret Keane (American, 1927–2022) - Princess Signed and dated ‘© MDH Keane/ 1972’ bottom right, oil and gold leaf on canvas. 20 x 16 in. (50.8x40.6cm) Provenance Private Collection, Oregon.  

    Freeman's | Hindman
  • Margaret D. H. Keane (American, 1927 – 2022) 'Girl with Unicorns' Signed and Numbered Lithograph With COA
    Nov. 29, 2023

    Margaret D. H. Keane (American, 1927 – 2022) 'Girl with Unicorns' Signed and Numbered Lithograph With COA

    Est: $100 - $300

    Margaret D. H. Keane (American, 1927 – 2022) 'Girl with Unicorns' Signed 89/300 lithograph with COA depicting a girl sitting next to a pair of unicorns. Known for her paintings of subjects with big eyes. She mainly painted women, children, or animals in oil or mixed media. The work achieved commercial success through inexpensive reproductions on prints, plates, and cups. It has been critically acclaimed but also criticized as formulaic and cliché. The artwork was originally attributed to Keane's ex-husband, Walter Keane. After their divorce in the 1960s, Margaret soon claimed credit, which was established after a court "paint-off" in Hawaii. IMPORTANT: NO In-House Shipping, Please read our shipping terms for provider.

    Absolute Auction Gallery
  • Margaret Keane's "It's a Jungle Out There" Limited Edition Print
    Nov. 25, 2023

    Margaret Keane's "It's a Jungle Out There" Limited Edition Print

    Est: $150 - $250

    Margaret Keane's "It's a Jungle Out There" limited edition print, signed lower right and numbered 67/150 lower left. A bright and vivid image of endangered species from the jungle, around a watering hole, at the edge of a city metropolis. This piece has been professionally matted with acid free matting.

    Oakwood Auctions
  • Margaret Keane's "Great Adventure" Limited Edition Print
    Nov. 25, 2023

    Margaret Keane's "Great Adventure" Limited Edition Print

    Est: $150 - $250

    Margaret Keane's "Great Adventure" limited edition print, signed lower right, and numbered 242/350 lower left. All the animals are in Noah's Ark, with Noah looking up to a rainbow, outside of the ark. This piece has been professionally quadruple matted with acid free matting. Wildlife.

    Oakwood Auctions
  • Print, Margaret Keane
    Nov. 18, 2023

    Print, Margaret Keane

    Est: $50 - $100

    Margaret Keane (as Walter Keane) (American, 1927-2022), "No Dogs Allowed," offset print, signed in plate lower left, overall (with frame): 28.75"h x 14.75"w

    Clars Auctions
  • Margaret (Hawkins) Keane (American 1927 - 2022), Portrait of a Young Man, Charcoal with White Heightening, Signed and dated '56 l.r., Frame: 27 1/4 x 20 1/4 in. (69.2 x 51.4 cm.)
    Nov. 14, 2023

    Margaret (Hawkins) Keane (American 1927 - 2022), Portrait of a Young Man, Charcoal with White Heightening, Signed and dated '56 l.r., Frame: 27 1/4 x 20 1/4 in. (69.2 x 51.4 cm.)

    Est: $400 - $600

    Margaret (Hawkins) Keane (American 1927 - 2022), Portrait of a Young Man, Charcoal with White Heightening, Signed and dated '56 l.r.,

    Weschler's
  • Margaret Keane Big Eyes Family Portrait
    Nov. 04, 2023

    Margaret Keane Big Eyes Family Portrait

    Est: $100 - $150

    29 1/2" by 37" framed.

    Davis Brothers Auction
  • MARGARET KEANE BIG EYED GIRL WITH DOG PAINTING
    Oct. 22, 2023

    MARGARET KEANE BIG EYED GIRL WITH DOG PAINTING

    Est: $500 - $800

    KEANE, Margaret, (American, 1927-2022): Big Eyed Girl with Dog, Oil/Canvasboard, 7" x 11", signed Keane Donkey, dated 1965, framed, 12.5" x 17.5".

    Burchard Galleries Inc
  • Print, Margaret Keane
    Oct. 16, 2023

    Print, Margaret Keane

    Est: $100 - $150

    Margaret Keane (as Walter Keane) (American, 1927-2022), "No Dogs Allowed," offset print, signed in plate lower left, overall (with frame): 28.75"h x 14.75"w

    Clars Auctions
  • Margaret (Hawkins) Keane (American, 1927-2022)
    Sep. 24, 2023

    Margaret (Hawkins) Keane (American, 1927-2022)

    Est: $3,000 - $5,000

    Margaret (Hawkins) Keane (American, 1927-2022) Duke and Friend, 1971. Oil on canvas, signed, dated and copyrighted l/r. 14 x 11in (35.6 x 28cm). 20 x 17 1/2in (50.8 x 44.5cm/frame). Provenance: Acquired by the present owner from Gallery Hawaii, Inc., Honolulu, 1972. Letter of authenticity from the Margaret Keane Gallery.

    Fine Estate Inc.
  • Margaret Keane (1927-2022): Girl with Cat and Turtle
    Sep. 23, 2023

    Margaret Keane (1927-2022): Girl with Cat and Turtle

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    Margaret Keane 1927-2022 Girl with Cat and Turtle oil on canvas 1963; signed, dated and copyrighted center left

    Abell Auction
  • Margaret Keane (1927-2022): Girl with Poodles
    Sep. 23, 2023

    Margaret Keane (1927-2022): Girl with Poodles

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    Margaret Keane American, 1927-2022 Girl with Poodles oil on canvas 1964; signed, dated and copyrighted center right

    Abell Auction
  • Margaret Keane
    Sep. 12, 2023

    Margaret Keane

    Est: $4,000 - $6,000

    Margaret Keane American, 1927-2022 Eyes, 1957 Signed and dated Keane '57 (ll) Oil on canvasboard 24 x 18 inches (60.9 x 45.7 cm) (Framed dimensions: 32 1/8 x 26 x 2 inches) Frame rubbing. No additional issues detected during inspection.

    DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
  • Margaret Keane (1927-2022), Girl with mission building, from the "Children of San Francisco Portfolio," circa 1980, Lithograph in colors on paper, Image: 20" H x 16.75" W; Sight: 21" H x 17.375" W
    Aug. 29, 2023

    Margaret Keane (1927-2022), Girl with mission building, from the "Children of San Francisco Portfolio," circa 1980, Lithograph in colors on paper, Image: 20" H x 16.75" W; Sight: 21" H x 17.375" W

    Est: $300 - $500

    Margaret Keane (1927-2022) Girl with mission building from the "Children of San Francisco Portfolio," circa 1980 Lithograph in colors on paper Edition: 60/100 Signed and numbered in the lower margin: MDH Keane

    John Moran Auctioneers
  • ATTRIBUTED TO MARGARET KEANE PORTRAIT OIL PAINTING
    Aug. 12, 2023

    ATTRIBUTED TO MARGARET KEANE PORTRAIT OIL PAINTING

    Est: $100 - $150

    Attributed to Margaret Hawkins Keane, American, 1927 to 2022, oil painting on canvas, depicting a double female portrait, 1963. Signed, dated, and copyright MDH, lower right. Framed. Margaret Keane is known for Modernist sad child figure painting, and portraiture. Margaret Keane is an American artist. She is an illustrator and painter, and mainly draws women and children in oil or mixed media. Her works are instantly recognizable from the doe eyed children that are depicted in the drawings. In the 1960s, Margaret Keanes artwork was sold under the name of her husband, Walter Keane. Her works while living in her husbands shadow tended to depict sad children in a dark setting, but after divorcing, moving to Hawaii, and becoming one of Jehovahs Witnesses, her paintings took on a happier, brighter style. Her website now advertises her work as having tears of joy or tears of happiness. Keane is a fixture in popular culture. Some of her well known fans over the years have included actresses Joan Crawford and Natalie Wood, whom she painted portraits of; filmmaker Tim Burton, who commissioned Keane to paint Lisa Marie; and animator Craig McCracken, whose characters the Powerpuff Girls are based on Keanes waifs; additionally the Girls schoolteacher is named Ms. Keane. One of a kind artwork.

    Antique Arena Inc
  • Margaret Keane, Untitled (The Little Dancer)
    Jul. 26, 2023

    Margaret Keane, Untitled (The Little Dancer)

    Est: $3,000 - $5,000

    Margaret Keane Untitled (The Little Dancer) oil on panel sight: 21.5 h x 6.25 w in (55 x 16 cm) Signed to lower edge 'Keane'. Provenance: Private Collection This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

    Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
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