Charles Lovato Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Charles Lovato Art Value Price Guide

Apr. 16, 2025
Charles Lovato, The Elements Of Purpose
Est: $10 - $999
Charles Lovato Kewa (Santo Domingo), (1937 - 1987) The Elements Of Purpose etching, aquatint, edition 9 of 40 editioned lower left: 9/40 signed lower right: C.F. Lovato inscribed lower left: The elements of purpose / One Gives - One Takes / And Man The Sole / Recipient
Santa Fe Art Auction
Feb. 06, 2025
Charles Lovato, Face of the Earth
Est: $300 - $500
Charles Lovato Kewa [Santo Domingo], (1937 - 1987) Face of the Earth lithograph, Naravisa Press Impression editioned lower left: NPI signed lower right: C. F. lovato
Santa Fe Art Auction
Dec. 17, 2024
Charles Lovato, Untitled (Figure with Pots)
Est: $10 - $999
Charles Lovato (Santo Domingo, 1937 - 1987) Untitled (Figure with Pots) mixed media on panel signed lower right: CF.LOVATO / [artist's cipher]
Santa Fe Art Auction
Jun. 13, 2024
Two Pueblo necklaces, including a heishi necklace and a fetish necklace
Est: $800 - $1,200
Two Pueblo necklaces Including a ten-strand ombré heishi necklace marked for Charles Lovato (Kewa [Santo Domingo Pueblo], 1937-1987); and a five-strand heishi and graduated multi-stone animal fetish necklace. lengths 18in and 22in
Bonhams
Mar. 14, 2024
Charles Lovato, Untitled, 1984
Est: $300 - $500
Charles Lovato (Santo Domingo, 1937 - 1987) Untitled, 1984 lithograph, Bon à Tirer printer's chop lower left graphite editioned lower left: BAT graphite signed lower right: C.F. Lovato
Santa Fe Art Auction
Mar. 13, 2024
Charles Lovato, Thrust Into the Maze
Est: $200 - $400
Charles Lovato (Santo Domingo, 1937 - 1987) Thrust Into the Maze lithograph, Naravisa Press Impression printer's chop lower left graphite editioned lower left: NPI graphite signed lower right: CF Lovato
Santa Fe Art Auction
Nov. 15, 2023
Charles Frederic Lovato (1937-1987 Santo Domingo), "Motifs and Man in Thought," 1977, Acrylic on canvas, Sight: 9" H x 15.5" W
Est: $400 - $600
Charles Frederic Lovato (1937-1987, Santo Domingo) "Motifs and Man in Thought," 1977 Watercolor and ink on paperboard Signed and dated lower right: CF Lovato; signed again, titled, and inscribed in ink on the frame's backing paper
John Moran Auctioneers
Aug. 12, 2023
Charles Lovato Signed & Numbered Lithograph
Est: -
Glass is cracked in the lower left corner. Frame is in good condition. Frame measures approximately 27.75in x 35.75in. Image measures approximately 21.5in x 29.5in. Signed in the lower right corner. NR12992 SA
EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Aug. 12, 2023
Charles Lovato Signed & Numbered Lithograph
Est: -
Frame is in good condition. Glass is cracked in lower right corner. Frame measures approximately 33.75in x 27.5in. Image measures approximately 27in x 21in. Signed in he bottom center. NR12992 SA
EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Jul. 28, 2023
CHARLES LOVATO INDIAN PRINT
Est: $25 - $50
30" by 22 5/8" Allard Auction Collection Inv: JUW 5577
Davis Brothers Auction
Jul. 28, 2023
CHARLES LOVATO INDIAN PRINT
Est: $25 - $50
29 7/8" by 22 3/8" Allard Auction Collection Inv: MWL 26401
Davis Brothers Auction
Jul. 28, 2023
CHARLES LOVATO INDIAN PRINT
Est: $25 - $50
19 7/8" by 16" Allard Auction Collection Inv: NO TAG
Davis Brothers Auction
May. 18, 2023
Charles Lovato, Untitled (Figure with Pots)
Est: $600 - $900
Charles Lovato (Santo Domingo, 1937 - 1987) Untitled (Figure with Pots) mixed media on panel signed lower right: CF.LOVATO / [artist's cipher]
Santa Fe Art Auction
May. 13, 2023
Charles Lovato Signed Limited Edition Lithograph
Est: -
Titled: " I Have Given You Reasons". Signed Pencil In The Lower Right Hand Corner And Numbered #8/25. Frame Measures Approximately 29x39in. Art Measures Approximately 22x30in. Tm6996 Zh
EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Mar. 15, 2023
Charles Lovato, Two Lithographs: Thrust into the Maze, 1981 + Distant Memories
Est: $700 - $900
Charles Lovato (Santo Domingo, 1937 - 1987) Two Lithographs: Thrust into the Maze, 1981 + Distant Memories Thrust into the Maze: lithograph, Naravisa Press Impression, edition of 1 + Distant Memories: watercolor on paper Thrust into the Maze editioned lower left: NPI signed lower right: C.F. Lovato Distant Memories titled lower left: "DiSTANT MEMORiES" signed lower right: C.F. Lovato
Santa Fe Art Auction
Mar. 15, 2023
Charles Lovato, A Pair: Face of the Earth + Mimbres Turkey
Est: $800 - $1,200
Charles Lovato (Santo Domingo, 1937 - 1987) A Pair: Face of the Earth, 1983 + Mimbres Turkey Face of the Earth: lithograph on Tan Rives, Naravisa Press Impression; Mimbres Turkey: gouache on paper Face of the Earth editioned in graphite lower left: N.P.I. signed in graphite lower right: C.F. Lovato affixed verso: print documentation Mimbres Turkey titled in graphite lower left: "Mimbres Turkey" signed in graphite lower right: C.F. Lovato inscribed verso
Santa Fe Art Auction
Dec. 04, 2022
CHARLES F LOVATO "FACE OF THE EARTH" LTD. ED. LITHOGRAPH
Est: -
Charles F Lovato (1937-1987) "Face Of The Earth" Limited Edition Lithograph. The only major painter to come from the Santo Domingo Pueblo in New Mexico, Charles Lovato became a painter of abstract subjects, muralist, illustrator, poet and craftsman. His paintings were unique and were unrelated to Pueblo traditions. As a jeweler, Lovato did heishi necklaces, for which the Santo Domingo Pueblo is well known. At an early age, he was adopted by his grandmother, Monica Silva, who was a potter. He served in the U.S. Navy and in Santa Fe studied art under Jose Ray Toledo. He settled in Pena Blanca, New Mexico, and after 1967, did paintings, many which were accompanied by one of his poems. He explained that sometimes the poem came first and sometimes were written in response to the painting. Charles Lovato died in 1987 at the Pueblo. Artist: Charles F Lovato Title: "Face Of The Earth" Medium: Ltd. Ed. Lithograph Signature Type: Pencil Signature Location: Lower Right Edition: 109/110 Site Measurement: 16 x 14in Keywords: Native American, Indian Artwork, Art; Ref: BD1146
Bradford's
Dec. 03, 2022
CHARLES F LOVATO "HANDS OF MAN" LTD. ED. LITHOGRAPH
Est: -
Charles F Lovato (1937-1987) "Hands of Man" Limited Edition Lithograph. The only major painter to come from the Santo Domingo Pueblo in New Mexico, Charles Lovato became a painter of abstract subjects, muralist, illustrator, poet and craftsman. His paintings were unique and were unrelated to Pueblo traditions. As a jeweler, Lovato did heishi necklaces, for which the Santo Domingo Pueblo is well known. At an early age, he was adopted by his grandmother, Monica Silva, who was a potter. He served in the U.S. Navy and in Santa Fe studied art under Jose Ray Toledo. He settled in Pena Blanca, New Mexico, and after 1967, did paintings, many which were accompanied by one of his poems. He explained that sometimes the poem came first and sometimes were written in response to the painting. Charles Lovato died in 1987 at the Pueblo. Artist: Charles F Lovato Title: "Hands of Man" Medium: Ltd. Ed. Lithograph Signature Type: Pencil Signature Location: Lower Right Edition: XIII/XV Site Measurement: 18 x 26in Keywords: Native American, Indian Artwork, Art; Ref: BD1146
Bradford's
Dec. 03, 2022
CHARLES F LOVATO "I HAVE GIVEN YOU REASONS" LTD. ED. PRINT
Est: -
Charles F Lovato (1937-1987) " I Have Given You Reasons" Limited Edition Lithograph. The only major painter to come from the Santo Domingo Pueblo in New Mexico, Charles Lovato became a painter of abstract subjects, muralist, illustrator, poet and craftsman. His paintings were unique and were unrelated to Pueblo traditions. As a jeweler, Lovato did heishi necklaces, for which the Santo Domingo Pueblo is well known. At an early age, he was adopted by his grandmother, Monica Silva, who was a potter. He served in the U.S. Navy and in Santa Fe studied art under Jose Ray Toledo. He settled in Pena Blanca, New Mexico, and after 1967, did paintings, many which were accompanied by one of his poems. He explained that sometimes the poem came first and sometimes were written in response to the painting. Charles Lovato died in 1987 at the Pueblo. Artist: Charles F Lovato Title: "I Have Given You Reasons Medium: Ltd. Ed. Lithograph Signature Type: Pencil Signature Location: Lower Right Edition: 8/25 Site Measurement: 22.25 x 30.25in Keywords: Native American, Indian Artwork, Art; Ref: BD1146
Bradford's
Nov. 30, 2022
Charles Lovato (American, 1937-1987) Untitled, 1973 Watercolor and ink on board
Est: $200 - $300
Charles Lovato (American, 1937-1987) Untitled, 1973 Watercolor and ink on board 15-1/4 x 9-1/4 inches (38.7 x 23.5 cm) (sight) Signed and dated lower right: Lovato / 73 Property from the Collection of Jack B. Harrod, Jr. HID01801242017
Heritage Auctions
Nov. 30, 2022
Charles Lovato (American, 1937-1987) Deer, 1973 Ink and watercolor on paper 7-5/
Est: $200 - $300
Charles Lovato (American, 1937-1987) Deer, 1973 Ink and watercolor on paper 7-5/8 x 9-5/8 inches (19.4 x 24.4 cm) (sight) Signed and dated lower right: CF. Lovato / 73 Property from the Collection of Jack B. Harrod, Jr. HID01801242017
Heritage Auctions
Nov. 30, 2022
Charles Lovato (American, 1937-1987) Tracking Man, 1973 Ink and watercolor on bo
Est: $200 - $300
Charles Lovato (American, 1937-1987) Tracking Man, 1973 Ink and watercolor on board 15-1/4 x 9-1/4 inches (38.7 x 23.5 cm) (sight) Signed and dated lower right: Lovato / 73 Property from the Collection of Jack B. Harrod, Jr. HID01801242017
Heritage Auctions
Nov. 30, 2022
Charles Lovato (American, 1937-1987) Side Star Oil on canvas 25 x 14 inches (63.
Est: $200 - $300
Charles Lovato (American, 1937-1987) Side Star Oil on canvas 25 x 14 inches (63.5 x 35.6 cm) Signed lower right: C.F. Lovato Signed and inscribed on the reverse: By C.F. Lovato / Side Star Rt 72 / Peña Blanca N.M. 87041 "Within me still- the Battles and Skirmishes The quiet rumbling of distant storms Deep within me the tumbling of clouds And on the horizon shadows of horses and weapons The guttural sounds of men in in combat And the swish of deaths robe hovering over dead men But is only the refrains of past winds." Property from the Collection of Jack B. Harrod, Jr. HID01801242017
Heritage Auctions
Nov. 26, 2022
CHARLES LOVATO NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
15 1/2" by 25" framed. Charles Fredric Lovato (1937 - 1987) was active/lived in New Mexico. Charles Lovato is known for Abstract, Native American, non-objective. The only major painter to come from the Santo Domingo Pueblo in New Mexico, Charles Lovato became a painter of abstract subjects, muralist, illustrator, poet and craftsman. His paintings were unique and were unrelated to Pueblo traditions. As a jeweler, Lovato did heishe necklaces, for which the Santo Domingo Pueblo is well known. At an early age, he was adopted by his grandmother, Monica Silva, who was a potter. He served in the U.S. Navy and in Santa Fe studied art under Jose Ray Toledo. He settled in Pena Blanca, New Mexico, and after 1967, did paintings, many which were accompanied by one of his poems. He explained that sometimes the poem came first and sometimes were written in response to the painting. Exhibition venues include the Heard Museum Invitational in Phoenix in 1969, and the 1972 Gallup Inter-Tribal Ceremonial in New Mexico. Charles Lovato died in 1987 at the Pueblo. Allard Auction Collection Inv: KAP 34720
Davis Brothers Auction
Nov. 10, 2022
Charles Lovato (Native American, 1937 - 1987)
Est: $200 - $300
Serigraph. Signed and numbered in pencil. Edition: 80. 12 x 12 inches; 18 x 18 1/2 inches (framed).
Vallot Auctioneers
Aug. 13, 2022
Charles Lovato, Untitled (Kewa Spirits), 1979
Est: $400 - $600
Charles Lovato (Kewa [Santo Domingo], 1937 - 1988) Untitled (Kewa Spirits), 1979 mixed media on board signed and dated lower right: CH LOVATO '79
Santa Fe Art Auction
Aug. 04, 2022
Charles Lovato (Native American, 1937 - 1987)
Est: $300 - $500
'Fertility Right.' Edition 80. Signed and numbered in pencil. 12 x 12 inches; 18 x 18 1/2 inches (framed).
Vallot Auctioneers
Mar. 12, 2022
Charles Lovato, Untitled (Fertility Rite)
Est: $300 - $500
Charles Lovato (Kewa [Santo Domingo], 1937 - 1988) Untitled (Fertility Rite) serigraph, edition 60 of 80 signed lower right: CH Lovato editioned lower left: 60/80
Santa Fe Art Auction
Feb. 19, 2022
Gouache, Charles Frederic Lovato
Est: $200 - $300
Charles Frederic Lovato (American, 1937-1987), Buck, gouache on paper, signed lower right, overall (with frame): 16.75"h x 22.75"w
Clars Auctions
Jan. 14, 2022
CHARLES LOVATO (NM, 1937-1987)
Est: $600 - $800
(2) Lithos: The first 'Song of the Earth, 1977', signed lower center, 30" x 22"; The second 'You Give Me Reason to Live, 1977', signed lower right, numbered VII/X. Both unframed, full sheet Strathmore with deckled edge. Very good condition. Published at Western Graphics.
Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Nov. 13, 2021
Charles Lovato Native American Lithograph
Est: $400 - $800
Offered in this lot is a signed and numbered limited edition lithograph by Charles Lovato. Charles Lovato (1937-1987) was one of the most noted painters to come out of the Santo Domingo Pueblo. He rarely painted with any traditional influence, opting for an abstract style. While his paintings made Lovato famous, he was an artist in many different mediums. He was a poet, muralist, illustrator, and craftsman. The lithograph shows an elder Indian, a bear paw, a turtle, a bear head, a buck deer, and a turkey. The Lithograph is resigned and numbered in the lower left corner and the original signature is in the lower right corner. The shown art is 18" X 11 1/2" and it is matted in a frame. The frame measures 24 1/4" X 18 1/2". The Lithograph is in very good condition; there is a small break in the lower right corner of the glass.
North American Auction Company
Aug. 14, 2021
Charles Lovato, Untitled (Corn Offering)
Est: $200 - $400
Charles Lovato (Kewa [Santo Domingo], 1937 - 1987) Untitled (Corn Offering) lithograph, edition 17 of 20 signed lower right: C. F. Lovato editioned lower left: 17/20
Santa Fe Art Auction
Aug. 14, 2021
Charles Lovato, Man Within His Environment, 1977
Est: $200 - $400
Charles Lovato (Kewa [Santo Domingo], 1937 - 1987) Man Within His Environment, 1977 pen and ink wash signed and dated lower right: C. F. Lovato 77
Santa Fe Art Auction
Aug. 14, 2021
Charles Lovato, Untitled (Pueblo Imagery)
Est: $300 - $500
Charles Lovato (Kewa [Santo Domingo], 1937 - 1987) Untitled (Pueblo Imagery) mixed media
Santa Fe Art Auction
Aug. 14, 2021
Charles Lovato, Group of Two Works on Paper
Est: $500 - $1,000
Charles Lovato (Kewa [Santo Domingo], 1937 - 1987) Group of Two Works on Paper Faces in the Evening Skies acrylic on paper15 1/4 x 9 1/4 in. (38.735 x 48.895 cm.)Frame: 20 1/2 x 14 x 1 1/4 in. (52.07 x 35.56 x 3.175 cm.) Life's Intricacies color lithograph 19 x 27 in. (48.26 x 68.58 cm.)Frame: 26 x 33 1/2 x 1 1/4 in. (66.04 x 85.09 x 3.18 cm.) Provenance:Private Collection, New Mexico
Santa Fe Art Auction
May. 16, 2021
Lot of (3) Charles Lovato Watercolor and Ink Signed Originals
Est: $300 - $500
Lot of (3) original watercolor and ink drawings signed and dated by Charles Lovato, the most recognized painter from Kewa. He was a poet and a jeweler as well as a painter. (1) "Santo Doingo Bird" 1976; (2) Deer 1971.
Appraisley
Feb. 06, 2021
Charles Lovato, Untitled (Bird), 1972
Est: $200 - $400
Charles Lovato (Santo Domingo, 1937 - 1987) Untitled (Bird), 1972 mixed media on paper signed and dated lower center: C. F. LOVATO / 72 13 1/2 x 7 5/8 in. (34.29 x 19.37 cm.), Frame: 21 5/8 x 14 3/4 x 1 1/4 in. (54.93 x 37.47 x 3.18 cm.)
Santa Fe Art Auction
Oct. 10, 2020
Charles Fredric Lovato orig litho Hands of Man
Est: $150 - $300
Lovato, Charles Fredric (Native American, 1937-1987), Hands of Man, lithograph printed in colors, 22.25 x 30 inches, pencil signed and numbered 3/100, floated in a metal section frame measuring 29 x 37 inches
Concept Art Gallery
Aug. 22, 2020
Charles Lovato, You Give Me Reason to Live, 1977
Est: $400 - $600
Charles Lovato (Kewa [Santo Domingo], 1937 - 1988) You Give Me Reason to Live, 1977 color lithograph, Bon � tirer signed lower right: C.F. Lovato editioned lower left: Bon a tirer 22 1/2 x 30 in. (57.15 x 76.20 cm.), Frame: 32 x 40 x 1 1/4 in. (81.28 x 101.60 x 3.18 cm.)
Santa Fe Art Auction
Aug. 22, 2020
Charles Lovato, Life's Intricacies
Est: $400 - $600
Charles Lovato (Santo Domingo, 1937 - 1988) Life's Intricacies color lithograph, Printer's Proof signed lower right: C. F. Lovato editioned lower left: Printer's Proof 22 1/4 x 29 7/8 in. (56.52 x 75.88 cm.), Frame: 32 3/4 x 40 5/8 x 1 1/2 in. (83.19 x 103.19 x 3.81 cm.)
Santa Fe Art Auction
Aug. 22, 2020
Charles Lovato, The Elements of Purpose
Est: $300 - $500
Charles Lovato (Santo Domingo, 1937 - 1987) The Elements of Purpose etching, aquatint signed lower right: C. F. Lovato editioned lower left: artist proof inscribed lower right: THE ELEMENTS OF PURPOSE / ONE GIVES - ONE TAKES / AND MAN THE SOLE / RECEPIENT 11 3/4 x 15 5/8 in. (29.85 x 39.69 cm.), Frame: 21 1/4 x 27 3/4 x 5/8 in. (53.98 x 70.49 x 1.59 cm.)
Santa Fe Art Auction
Dec. 07, 2019
Charles Lovato 'Face Of The Earth' Lithograph
Est: -
In Overall Good Used Condition. Signed & Numbered 63/110. Artist Signed On Lower Right Corner Of Artwork. Frame Measures Approximately 22in. X 24in. Artwork Measures Approximately 14in. X 16in. Bh14194
EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Dec. 06, 2019
Charles Lovato Echoes Of A Song Native American Painting
Est: $200 - $400
1972; 14” x 30”, Original oil on canvas displayed in period frame, artwork of 6 Native American heads singing, signed lower right CF Lovato, back French has original label titled Echoes Of Song, inscribed and Signed on back of canvas by artist, and quote, please see photos for details, Provenance: Cannon Collection
Mebane Antique Auction
Nov. 09, 2019
Charles F. Lovato, Footsteps of the Past, 1970
Est: $7,000 - $8,000
CHARLES LOVATO (Santo Domingo, 1937-1988) Footsteps of the Past , 1970 acrylic on board signed and dated lower right: CF LOVATO / 70 Dimensions: 18 3/4 x 30 1/2 inches Framed Dimensions: 26 3/8 x 37 3/8 x 1 1/4 inches Provenance: Patricia Janis Broder Collection, New Jersey Literature: Patricia Janis Broder, The American West: The Modern Vision, Boston, 1984, p. 256.
Santa Fe Art Auction
Apr. 07, 2018
Brothers
Est: -
Original on canvas cave art painting
David Barber Auctions
Nov. 05, 2017
Charles Lovato - Indian Motif
Est: $100 - $200
Indian Motif (offset lithograph, 14" x 18")
Westbridge Fine Art Auction House
Dec. 22, 2016
Charles Frederick Lovato Native by Bowl Painting
Est: $200 - $400
Artist: Charles Frederick Lovato; Medium: Mixed Media Year or Era Produced: 1973; Signature: Lower Right; Sight Area Approximate Measurement: 19.5" x 15.5" each; Frame ApproximateMeasurement: 27" x 24" x 1.5" combined; Approximate Weight: 8 Lbs; Frame: Wood, matted under glass; Note: Paint and ink painting from 1973 of native next to a bowl
J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC
Dec. 22, 2016
Set of 2 Charles Frederick Lovato Native Paintings
Est: $200 - $400
Artist: Charles Frederick Lovato; Medium: Mixed Media Year or Era Produced: 1973; Signature: Lower Right & lower left; Sight Area Approximate Measurement: 15" x 9" each; Frame Approximate Measurement: 21.5" x 15.5" x 1.5" combined; Approximate Weight: 8 Lbs; Frame: Wood, matted under glass; Note: 2 paint and ink paintings from 1973
J Levine Auction & Appraisal LLC