Columbus Knox Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Columbus Knox Art Value Price Guide

Dec. 14, 2024
Columbus Knox, 1923-1999, Masai Woman
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Columbus Knox 1923-1999 Masai Woman 1970-1980 watercolor on cream wove paper 13-3/4 inches diameter (tondo) signed Provenance: private collection, Philadelphia, PA
Black Art Auction
Sep. 14, 2024
Columbus Knox, 1923-1999, Flute Player
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Columbus Knox 1923-1999 Flute Player 1980 watercolor 12 x 15 inches signed Provenance: private collection, Philadelphia, PA
Black Art Auction
Sep. 14, 2024
Columbus Knox, 1923-1999, Masai Woman
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Columbus Knox 1923-1999 Masai Woman 1970-1980 watercolor on cream wove paper 13-3/4 inches diameter (tondo) signed Provenance: private collection, Philadelphia, PA
Black Art Auction
Sep. 14, 2024
Columbus Knox, 1923-1999, untitled
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Columbus Knox 1923-1999 untitled 1970-1980 watercolor on paper 20 x 29 inches signed
Black Art Auction
Jun. 04, 2024
Columbus Knox (American, 1923-1999) - Hanging Laundry
Est: $2,500 - $4,000
Columbus Knox (American, 1923-1999) - Hanging Laundry Signed 'CPKnox’ bottom right, watercolor on paper Sheet size: 29 5/8 x 20 ¾ (75.2 x 52.7cm) Provenance Private Collection, Pennsylvania.
Freeman's | Hindman
May. 20, 2023
Columbus Knox, 1923-1999, untitled, Young Musician
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Columbus Knox 1923-1999 untitled, Young Musician c. 1980 watercolor on paper 13-1/2 x 9 (image) signed
Black Art Auction
Apr. 06, 2023
COLUMBUS P. KNOX (1923 - 1999) Water Ice Stand.
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
COLUMBUS P. KNOX (1923 - 1999) Water Ice Stand. Acrylic on linen canvas, circa 1998. 508x406 mm; 20x16 inches. Signed in acrylic, lower left. Provenance: acquired directly from the artist; the collection of Keith Scriven, Pennsylvania (1998). A native Philadelphian and a graduate of the Philadelphia Museum School of Arts, Columbus Knox was a celebrated figure in the local art scene. Knox's figurative paintings are recognized by his unique style of brushstroke and his vibrant celebration of African American culture. His artworks are today found in many collections including the African American Museum in Philadelphia, the Petrucci Family Foundation Collection of African American Art, the Melvin Holmes Collection of African American Art, the Free Library of Philadelphia, Print and Picture Collection, the Gibbes Museum of Art, the Davis Museum, Wellesley College and the Philadelphia School District.
Swann Auction Galleries
Oct. 25, 2022
COLUMBUS KNOX (1923-1999) BILLIARDS
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
Columbus Knox (1923-1999) Billiards Signed bottom left, acrylic on linen. (50 1/4 x 34 in. (127.6 x 86.4cm)) Provenance Heritage Art Gallery, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Private Collection, Pennsylvania (acquired directly from the above in the early 1990s). Please contact Adrianne Wolkenberg, Modern & Contemporary Art department, at awolkenberg@freemansauction.com for more information about this lot.
Freeman's | Hindman
Oct. 25, 2022
COLUMBUS KNOX (1923-1999) THE COCK FIGHTER
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
Columbus Knox (1923-1999) The Cock Fighter Signed bottom left, acrylic on linen. (60 1/4 x 29 1/2 in. (153 x 74.9cm)) Provenance The Artist. Private Collection, Pennsylvania (acquired directly from the above in the early 1970s). Please contact Adrianne Wolkenberg, Modern & Contemporary Art department, at awolkenberg@freemansauction.com for more information about this lot.
Freeman's | Hindman
Mar. 12, 2022
Columbus Knox, 1923-1999, The Banjo Player
Est: $25,000 - $45,000
Columbus Knox 1923-1999 The Banjo Player c. 1988 oil on canvas 36 x 26 inches signed
Black Art Auction
Dec. 04, 2021
Columbus Knox, 1923-1999, Black Cowboy
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Columbus Knox 1923-1999 Black Cowboy c. 1980 watercolor on paper 15 x 21 inches signed This subject is likely part of a group of black cowboys in north Philadelphia, collectively known as the Fletcher Street Urban Riding Club. The group has existed for decades and encourage people, especially youth, to learn and become involved in riding. The club was recently featured in a Netflix movie, starring Idris Elba, titled Concrete Cowboy.
Black Art Auction
Dec. 04, 2021
Columbus Knox, 1923-1999, Sharecropper
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Columbus Knox 1923-1999 Sharecropper c. 1988 watercolor on paper 29 x 19 inches signed Knox executed this image from Dorthea Lange's iconic photo, "Ex-Slave with Long Memory, Alabama" (1937-38, re-issued in 1988). Lange worked as a photographer for the Farm Security Administration documenting life during the Great Depression.
Black Art Auction
May. 16, 2020
Columbus Knox, 1923-1999, Farm Workers, Watercolor on Paper, 14-1/2 x 20-1/2 inches
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Columbus Knox 1923-1999 Farm Workers Watercolor on Paper 1975 Signed Perakis Frames, Philadelphia, label verso, dated 1975 14-1/2 x 20-1/2 inches
Black Art Auction
Mar. 14, 2020
Columbus Knox, American (1923-1999), Field Workers, watercolor on paper, 14 1/2 x 20 1/2 inches (sight)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
signed lower left, framed.
Link Auction Galleries
Oct. 08, 2019
COLUMBUS KNOX (1923 - 1999) Oyster Fisherman.
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
COLUMBUS KNOX (1923 - 1999) Oyster Fisherman. Acrylic on linen canvas, circa 1996. 762x610 mm; 30x24 inches. Signed in acrylic, lower right. Provenance: acquired directly from the artist; private collection, Pennsylvania. Columbus Knox's work has been included in exhibitions at the Davis Museum at Wellesley College, Woodmere Art Museum, Philadelphia, African-American Museum of Philadelphia, the Delaware Center for the Contemporary Arts, the University of Pennsylvania and the Free Library of Philadelphia. Through his affiliation with the Minority Resource Arts Council and as the former art director for The West Philadelphia Art Alliance's Celebrating Art, Knox provided inspiration for young emerging artists and for people who may have had limited exposure to art galleries and museums.
Swann Auction Galleries
Apr. 04, 2019
COLUMBUS KNOX (1923 - 1999) Street Mother.
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
COLUMBUS KNOX (1923 - 1999) Street Mother. Acrylic on linen canvas, circa 1998. 1016x762 mm; 40x30 inches. Signed in acrylic, lower right. Provenance: acquired directly fromthe artist; private collection, California.
Swann Auction Galleries
Apr. 04, 2019
COLUMBUS KNOX (1923 - 1999) Untitled (Musician and Dancers).
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
COLUMBUS KNOX (1923 - 1999) Untitled (Musician and Dancers). Watercolor on heavy wove paper, 1990. 381x584 mm; 15x23 inches. Signed and dated in watercolor, lower left. Provenance: private collection, Pennsylvania.
Swann Auction Galleries
Nov. 20, 2018
COLUMBUS KNOX WATERCOLOR DRAWING OF SUNFLOWERS.
Est: $350 - $400
COLUMBUS KNOX Watercolor Drawing of SUNFLOWERS. Signed & Dated 3 '85. Knox was a Philadelphia Pa Artist. Afro American working mid to late 20th century.-- Dimensions: Image Size: H: 18 inches: W: 14.5 inches ---
Uniques & Antiques
Nov. 20, 2018
COLUMBUS KNOX WATERCOLOR WOMAN WEARING SHAWL. SI
Est: $250 - $300
COLUMBUS KNOX Watercolor Woman Wearing Shawl. Signed. Knox was a Philadelphia Pa Artist. Afro American working mid to late 20th century. -- Dimensions: Image Size: H: 19 inches: W: 14.5 inches ---
Uniques & Antiques
Nov. 20, 2018
COLUMBUS KNOX WATERCOLOR MUSICIAN & DANCERS. KNOX
Est: $250 - $300
COLUMBUS KNOX Watercolor Musician & Dancers. Knox was a Philadelphia Pa Artist. Afro American working mid to late 20th century. Dated '96. Signed.-- Dimensions: Image Size: H: 11.5 inches: W: 20 inches ---
Uniques & Antiques
Nov. 16, 2018
COLUMBUS KNOX 20TH CENTURY - SEATED MAN WITH BANJ
Est: $120 - $200
COLUMBUS KNOX 20th Century - SEATED MAN WITH BANJO - Signed Lower Left. - Pastel. - Framed, matted and glazed - 18 x 24 in. (sight) - -- Dimensions: ---
Uniques & Antiques
Oct. 04, 2018
COLUMBUS KNOX (1923 - 1999) Haitian Dock Scene.
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
COLUMBUS KNOX (1923 - 1999) Haitian Dock Scene. Acrylic on linen canvas, circa 1995-97. 660x914 mm; 26x36 inches. Signed in acrylic, lower left. Provenance: acquired directly from the artist; private collection, California.
Swann Auction Galleries
Oct. 04, 2018
COLUMBUS KNOX (1923 - 1999) Untitled (Fishermen).
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
COLUMBUS KNOX (1923 - 1999) Untitled (Fishermen). Watercolor on thick wove paper, circa 1990. 559x368 mm; 22x14 1/2 inches. Signed in watercolor, lower left. Provenance: private collection, Pennsylvania.
Swann Auction Galleries
Apr. 05, 2018
COLUMBUS KNOX (1923 - 1999) Crap Shot.
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
COLUMBUS KNOX (1923 - 1999) Crap Shot. Acrylic on linen canvas, 1997. 864x610 mm; 34x24 inches. Signed and dated "11'97" in acrylic, lower left. Provenance: acquired directly from the artist; private collection, California. Columbus Knox's work has been included in exhibitions at the Woodmere Art Museum, African-American Museum of Philadelphia, the Delaware Center for the Contemporary Arts, the University of Pennsylvania and the Free Library of Philadelphia. Through his affiliation with the Minority Resource Arts Council and as the former art director for The West Philadelphia Art Alliance's Celebrating Art, Knox provided inspiration for young emerging artists and for people who may have had limited exposure to art galleries and museums.
Swann Auction Galleries
Jan. 01, 2018
Columbus P. Knox (1923-1999)
Est: $400 - $600
Native American Woman, Columbus P. Knox (African American, PA, 1923-1999), Watercolor, signed ll. Sight 14 1/4" x 11 1/4".
Copake Auction Inc.
Jan. 01, 2018
Columbus P. Knox (1923-1999)
Est: $800 - $1,000
Tall Tale Teller (African American Man), Columbus P. Knox (African American, PA, 1923-1999), Watercolor, signed, titled ll. Sight 12 1/4" x 11 1/4".
Copake Auction Inc.
Oct. 05, 2017
COLUMBUS KNOX (1923 - 1999) Street Girl.
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
COLUMBUS KNOX (1923 - 1999) Street Girl. Acrylic on linen canvas, circa 1989. 1497x943 mm; 59x37 1/8 inches. Signed in acrylic, lower right. Provenance: acquired directly from the artist; private collection, Philadelphia. Columbus Knox's work has been included in exhibitions at the Woodmere Art Museum, African-American Museum of Philadelphia, the Delaware Center for the Contemporary Arts, the University of Pennsylvania and the Free Library of Philadelphia. Through his affiliation with the Minority Resource Arts Council and as the former art director for The West Philadelphia Art Alliance's Celebrating Art, Knox provided inspiration for young emerging artists and for people who may have had limited exposure to art galleries and museums. Knox worked as an art director for the Philadelphia based U.S. Naval Supply Depot, and was a graphic designer and illustrator for other government agencies. In the 1980s, he retired as a visual media specialist for the Federal Office of Mining and Safety.
Swann Auction Galleries
May. 15, 2017
Columbus Pearl Knox Portrait
Est: $300 - $500
Watercolor on paper framed under glass. Signed C.P. Knox lower right. Portrait of a male Violinist. Excellent detail and quality. Work measures 17" x 23" (by sight) and frame measures 22" x 28" good condition, not inspected out of the frame. Shipping weight: 6 lbs.
Nest Egg Auctions
Apr. 06, 2017
COLUMBUS KNOX (1923 - 1999) Sugar Cane.
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
COLUMBUS KNOX (1923 - 1999) Sugar Cane. Acrylic on linen canvas, 1998. 610x508 mm; 24x20 inches. Signed and dated in acrylic, lower left. Provenance: acquired directly from the artist; private collection, Philadelphia. A native Philadelphian, Columbus Knox''s talent was recognized early by both his teachers and his older brother who was also an artist. Knox took art classes at St. Simon''s Church and received a community scholarship from Central High School to attend the Pennsylvania Museum School of Industrial Arts (now the University of the Arts in Philadelphia). After a tour of duty in World War II, he finished his studies, working with such professors such as Albert Gold, John Lear, Henry C. Pitz and Kirk Merrick. Columbus Knox''s painting Project Blues is in the permanent collection of the Gibbes Museum of Art in Charleston, South Carolina. His work has been included in exhibitions at the Woodmere Art Museum, African-American Museum of Philadelphia, the Delaware Center for the Contemporary Arts, the University of Pennsylvania and the Free Library of Philadelphia. Through his affiliation with the Minority Resource Arts Council and as the former art director for The West Philadelphia Art Alliance''s Celebrating Art, Knox provided inspiration for young emerging artists and for people who may have had limited exposure to art galleries and museums. Knox worked as an art director for the Philadelphia based U.S. Naval Supply Depot, and was a graphic designer and illustrator for other government agencies. In the 1980s, he retired as a visual media specialist for the Federal Office of Mining and Safety.
Swann Auction Galleries
Oct. 06, 2016
COLUMBUS KNOX (1923 - 1999) Engagement.
Est: $12,000 - $18,000
COLUMBUS KNOX (1923 - 1999) Engagement. Acrylic on cotton canvas, 1989. 1067x635 mm; 42x25 inches. Signed in acrylic, lower left. Provenance: acquired directly from the artist; private collection, Philadelphia. Columbus Knox was a Philadelphia-based artist who earned a scholarship to the Philadelphia Museum School of Industrial Art. However, his studies were interrupted when he was enlisted in the military during WWII. He became a painter and frequently exhibited at the annual Rittenhouse show while working as an art director in various government agencies. Knox's work has also been exhibited at the African American Museum, Philadelphia, the Free Library of Philadelphia and the Federal Reserve.
Swann Auction Galleries
Sep. 28, 2015
Columbus Pearl Knox (American, PA, 1923-1999), watercolor, Portrait of African American Woman, signed lower right, 19" x 13 1/4" sig...
Est: $300 - $500
Columbus Pearl Knox (American, PA, 1923-1999), watercolor, Portrait of African American Woman, signed lower right, 19" x 13 1/4" sight, 26 1/2" x 21" overall
William Bunch Auctions & Appraisals
Jul. 27, 2015
Columbus Knox (American, 1923-1999), "The Old Violinist", watercolor on paper depicting seated white-haired man in glasses, green sh...
Est: $250 - $450
Columbus Knox (American, 1923-1999), "The Old Violinist", watercolor on paper depicting seated white-haired man in glasses, green shirt, and black vest holding violin and bow in resting position and looking directly at viewer, signed "C.P. Knox" LR, pencil mark across figure's nose and left eye glass, white scuff mark UL, possible in-painting to scratch CL, minor loss to "C" and "P" of signature, unframed, ss: 23 1/4" h. x 17 1/4" w.
Winter Associates, Inc.
Oct. 06, 2011
COLUMBUS KNOX (1923 - 1999) Pool Players.
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
COLUMBUS KNOX (1923 - 1999) Pool Players. Watercolor on thick wove paper. 527x343 mm; 20 3/4x13 1/2 inches, full margins. Signed in ink, lower left. Provenance: The Hahn Gallery, Philadelphia, with the label on the frame back; private collection, Philadelphia. Columbus Knox was a Philadelphia-based artist who earned a scholarship to the Philadelphia Museum School of Industrial Art. However, his studies were interrupted when he was enlisted in the military during WWII. He became a painter and frequently exhibited at the annual Rittenhouse show while working as an art director in various government agencies. Knox's work has also been exhibited at the African American Museum, Philadelphia, the Free Library of Philadelphia and the Federal Reserve.
Swann Auction Galleries
Mar. 07, 2007
COLUMBUS KNOX, (AMERICAN 20TH CENTURY), THE FARMER
Est: $150 - $250
COLUMBUS KNOX (american 20th century) THE FARMER Signed. Watercolor. Sight size: 18 3/4 x 15 1/2 in.
Freeman's
Mar. 07, 2007
COLUMBUS KNOX, (AMERICAN 20TH CENTURY), EL INDIO
Est: $150 - $250
COLUMBUS KNOX (american 20th century) EL INDIO Signed. Watercolor. Sight size: 14 x 18 in.
Freeman's
Feb. 02, 2007
COLUMBUS KNOX, (AMERICAN 20TH CENTURY), THE FARMER
Est: $400 - $600
COLUMBUS KNOX (american 20th century) THE FARMER Signed. Watercolor. Sight size: 18 3/4 x 15 1/2 in.
Freeman's
Feb. 02, 2007
COLUMBUS KNOX, (AMERICAN 20TH CENTURY), EL INDIO
Est: $400 - $600
COLUMBUS KNOX (american 20th century) EL INDIO Signed. Watercolor. Sight size: 14 x 18 in.
Freeman's