Maxwell Mays Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Maxwell Mays Art Value Price Guide

Jul. 26, 2024
MAXWELL MAYS (Rhode Island, 1918-2009), New England village scene., Oil on panel, 22” x 31”. Framed 26.5” x 35.25”.
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
MAXWELL MAYS Rhode Island, 1918-2009 New England village scene. Signed and dated in red lower left "Maxwell Mays ‘64".
Eldred's
May. 07, 2024
Maxwell Mays, Providence & Worcester Railroad
Est: $100 - $200
Maxwell Mays (American, 1918-2009), lithograph on paper depicting a birds eye view of Providence, Rhode Island, signed and numbered "68/500" in pencil l.r., 19 1/2" x 25" image size, 27 1/4" x 32" framed.
Old Kinderhook Auction Company
Apr. 21, 2024
MAXWELL MAYS (American/ Rhode Island, 1918-2009)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
overview of Providence, RI, city and ships; sgn. and dated l.r. Maxwell Mays 2003 o/c; 24 by 30 in.; framed 28.5 by 34.5 in.
CRN Auctions
Sep. 10, 2023
Maxwell Mays (RI,1918-2009) gouache painting
Est: $1,400 - $1,800
ARTIST: Maxwell Mays (Rhode Island, 1918 - 2009) TITLE: Winter Country Landscape YEAR: 1949 MEDIUM: gouache on paper CONDITION: Very good. Framed under glass. ART SIZE: 14 x 18 inches / 35 x 45 cm FRAME SIZE: 20 x 23 inches / 50 x 58 cm SIGNATURE: lower left CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 127772 US Shipping $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Maxwell Mays was born in Rhode Island and a product of the Rhode Island School of Design, Maxwell Mays began his painting career seriously when he was stationed in Recife, Brazil during World War II.He was discovered by an art collector from Colorado who was a U.S. Naval Officer. They became friends and this resulted in his first shows, which were at the Colorado Springs Museum and the Denver Art Museum. Returning to peace time, not having set foot in New England in five years, he saw the once familiar scenes in a new light and painted enthusiastically.Eighteen pictures made up his first show at Ferargil Gallery in New York City.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Aug. 26, 2023
Maxwell Mays (1918-2009) Gouache on Board "Fall River Harbor" 1990
Est: $500 - $700
Maxwell Mays (1918-2009) Gouache on Board "Fall River Harbor" signed lower left Maxwell Mays '90 23.5 in. x 35.5 in. Overall 29 in. x 41 in. Mays was known for the New England scene paintings, landscapes and historical scenes that evoke nostalgia. He went to the Rhode Island School of Design and started his career when he was stationed in Recife, Brazil during World War II. His work has been shown in the Colorado Springs Museum, Denver Art Museum and Yankee Magazine
Rafael Osona Auctions
Apr. 29, 2023
Maxwell Mays Watercolor and Tempera on Paper "Polpis Harbor Nantucket Estate"
Est: $800 - $1,200
Maxwell Mays (American 1918-2009) Watercolor and Tempera on Paper "Polpis Harbor Nantucket Estate", signed lower left Maxwell Mays - Nantucket, August '52 18 in. x 23.5 in. Framed 23 in. x 29 in.
Rafael Osona Auctions
Feb. 15, 2023
Limited Edition Print - Colonial Harbor Scene
Est: $100 - $200
Limited Edition Print by Maxwell Mays (1918-2009). Depicting a Colonial Harbor Scene. Signed lower right. Numbered 178/1000. Measures 23" tall x 32" wide. All invoices must be paid within 24 hours of the sale. This auction is Local Pick Up or Shipping with the Local UPS Store in Monmouth Junction, NJ. Local pickups are at our Monmouth Junction location on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Monday ONLY! All pickups are by appointment only. Any condition issues will be listed in the description. Please read the terms for full information.
Bodnar's Auction Sales
Jan. 07, 2023
Maxwell Mays (1918-2009) American, W/C
Est: $100 - $200
American/ Rhode Island artist, watercolor titled "Centerville Church" signed in pencil. Born in Rhode Island and a product of the Rhode Island School of Design, Maxwell Mays began his painting career seriously when he was stationed in Recife, Brazil during World War II. He was discovered by an art collector from Colorado who was a U.S. Naval Officer. They became friends and this resulted in his first shows, which were at the Colorado Springs Museum and the Denver Art Museum. Returning to peace time, not having set foot in New England in five years, he saw the once familiar scenes in a new light and painted enthusiastically. Eighteen pictures made up his first show at Ferargil Gallery in New York City. Fredric Newlin Price, the director, had previously sponsored Grant Wood, Thomas Hart Benton, Arthur B. Davis and Lauren Ford. His debut at the famous 57th Street was a sell-out. Maxwell Mays tells stories in each one of his paintings. He lives and paints in a carefully restored Rhode Island farmhouse built in 1737. It is filled with his work and artifacts that often appear in his pictures. His association with Yankee, the New England Magazine, has brought to the public a series of cover pictures adding greatly to his popularity as a collectible artist. Maxwell Mays has used many different media to create his images, including Pencil, Pen and Ink, Water Color, Acrylic, Oil and Gouache. He has created hundreds of original paintings of historic scenes from around the world, but mostly reflecting 19th & 20th century New England farming, business, recreation, and family scenes that evoke a special type of nostalgia in their storylike presentations. Overall size: 15 1/2 x 12 1/2 in. Sight size: 6 x 5 in.
Sarasota Estate Auction
May. 12, 2022
MAXWELL MAYS SIGNED LITHOGRAPH, PROVIDENCE RI
Est: $50 - $10,000
Signed and dated in print 1975; pencil-signed in lower margin with edition 717/1000 and title "Providence Rhode Island 1900". Dimensions: (Frame) H 28" x W 36" (Sight) H 21.25" x W 29" Condition: Not examined out of frame. Sun fading to print, chips and scuffs to frame.
Westport Auction
Apr. 08, 2022
MAXWELL MAYS (Rhode Island, 1918-2009), Hand-painted serpentine two-drawer bureau with claw & ball feet fitted with casters., Height 27.5". Width 32.5". Depth 19.5".
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
MAXWELL MAYS Rhode Island, 1918-2009 Hand-painted serpentine two-drawer bureau with claw & ball feet fitted with casters. Top and drawer fronts with figural landscape vignettes. Corners, apron and side panels with a red and green-yellow foliate design on a green-black ground. No signature noted.
Eldred's
Apr. 08, 2022
MAXWELL MAYS (Rhode Island, 1918-2009), City in winter, likely Providence, Rhode Island., Oil on canvas, 22” x 28”. Framed 27.5” x 34”.
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
MAXWELL MAYS Rhode Island, 1918-2009 City in winter, likely Providence, Rhode Island. Signed and dated lower left "Maxwell Mays '90".
Eldred's
Apr. 08, 2022
MAXWELL MAYS (Rhode Island, 1918-2009), “Oakland House”., Oil on canvas, 24” x 30”. Framed 31” x 37”.
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
MAXWELL MAYS Rhode Island, 1918-2009 "Oakland House". Signed lower left "Maxwell Mays".
Eldred's
Dec. 02, 2021
Maxwell Mays, Folk Art oil on board, 1989
Est: $600 - $900
Maxwell Mays (American, 1918-2009), Country Auction, signed and dated lower left, 15"h x 23"w (sight), 21"h x 29"w (frame)
Millea Bros Ltd
Sep. 21, 2021
MAXWELL MAYS SIGNED AND # PRINT
Est: -
This is of a Rhode Island mill . Limited Edition Print #16 of a 1000. Image size 18x21" and frame size 27x30" matted under glass. Signed in margin in pencil-see pic. Born in Rhode Island and a product of the Rhode Island School of Design, Maxwell Mays began his painting career seriously when he was stationed in Recife, Brazil during World War II. He was discovered by an art collector from Colorado who was a U.S. Naval Officer. They became friends and this resulted in his first shows, which were at the Colorado Springs Museum and the Denver Art Museum. Returning to peace time, not having set foot in New England in five years, he saw the once familiar scenes in a new light and painted enthusiastically. Eighteen pictures made up his first show at Ferargil Gallery in New York City. Fredric Newlin Price, the director, had previously sponsored Grant Wood, Thomas Hart Benton, Arthur B. Davis and Lauren Ford. His debut at the famous 57th Street was a sell-out. Maxwell Mays tells stories in each one of his paintings. He lives and paints in a carefully restored Rhode Island farmhouse built in 1737. It is filled with his work and artifacts that often appear in his pictures. His association with Yankee, the New England Magazine, has brought to the public a series of cover pictures adding greatly to his popularity as a collectible artist. Maxwell Mays has used many different media to create his images, including Pencil, Pen and Ink, Water Color, Acrylic, Oil and Gouache. He has created hundreds of original paintings of historic scenes from around the world, but mostly reflecting 19th & 20th century New England farming, business, recreation, and family scenes that evoke a special type of nostalgia in their storylike presentations.from ask art
Gary R. Wallace Auctioneers Inc.
Jul. 30, 2021
MAXWELL MAYS (Rhode Island, 1918-2009), "Newport Soiree"., Oil on board, 32" x 21". Framed 42" x 32".
Est: $1,800 - $2,500
MAXWELL MAYS Rhode Island, 1918-2009 "Newport Soiree". Signed lower right "Maxwell Mays". Titled on frame plaque.
Eldred's
Dec. 09, 2020
Maxwell Mays 1918-2009 American Folk Art Painting
Est: $500 - $1,500
Maxwell Mays (American, 1918-2009). Signed original oil painting on canvas, "Mrs Adams Has Come Home at Last," depicting an interior view of an 18th century drawing room. Artist signature lower right, dated 1976. Good condition with mild surface wear, craquelure to surface. Wear and losses to frame. Measures 20 in. x 24 in. (sight), 28 1/2 in. x 32 1/2 in. (framed). Hill Auction Gallery will not ship. Gallery will refer a local shipper for international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request.
Hill Auction Gallery
Dec. 09, 2020
Maxwell Mays 1918-2009 American Folk Art Painting
Est: $500 - $1,500
Maxwell Mays (American, 1918-2009). Signed original oil painting on canvas, "Cathleen's Birthday" depicting a stately home with guests arriving via horse drawn carriages. Artist signature lower right, dated 1977. Original receipt from Providence Art Club attached to verso. Good condition with mild surface wear, craquelure to surface. Wear and losses to frame. Measures 18 in. x 24 in. (sight), 22 3/4 in. x 28 3/4 in. (framed). Hill Auction Gallery will not ship. Gallery will refer a local shipper for international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request.
Hill Auction Gallery
Dec. 09, 2020
Purvis Young 1943-2010 Outsider Folk Art Painting
Est: $50 - $500
Purvis Young (American, 1943-2010). Mixed media folk art painting on vintage Miami Beach warehouse receipt. Housed in silver tone frame. Unsigned. From South Florida private collectors estate. Good condition with normal storage wear to frame. Measures 5 in. x 7 in . (sight), 11 in. x 13 in. (framed). Hill Auction Gallery in house continental USA shipping $55 plus insurance. Gallery will refer a local shipper for international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request.
Hill Auction Gallery
Nov. 20, 2020
MAXWELL MAYS, Rhode Island, 1918-2009, Three scenes of a European town,, Oils on plywood, 30" x 96", 30.25" x 71" and 30" x 68.5".
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
MAXWELL MAYS Rhode Island, 1918-2009 Three scenes of a European town, originally the backdrop for a train set. Two signed and dated lower right "Maxwell Mays 1988-1989". One signed and dated lower left "Maxwell Mays 1988-1989". Provenance: Commissioned by a prominent Rhode Island doctor, Mendell Robinson, for the backdrop of his train collection. Includes a photo of the original display with the train set and of Dr. Robinson. Oils on plywood, 30" x 96", 30.25" x 71" and 30" x 68.5".
Eldred's
Nov. 20, 2020
MAXWELL MAYS, Rhode Island, 1918-2009, "Newport Soiree"., Oil on board, 32" x 21". Framed 42 "x 32".
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
MAXWELL MAYS Rhode Island, 1918-2009 "Newport Soiree". Signed lower right "Maxwell Mays". Titled on frame plaque. Oil on board, 32" x 21". Framed 42 "x 32".
Eldred's
Sep. 30, 2020
Maxwell Mays 1918-2009 SIGNED Folk Art Painting
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Maxwell Mays (American, 1918-2009). Signed original oil on canvas painting depicting a bird's eye view of a rural farm landscape. Artist signature lower right, dated 1974. Good condition with mild surface wear. Wear to frame. Measures 44 in. x 50 in. (sight), 51 in. x 58 in. (framed). Hill Auction Gallery will not ship. Gallery will refer a local shipper for international buyers. Please contact sfloridadelivery@gmail.com for local South Florida home delivery quote. Purchaser pick up available upon request.
Hill Auction Gallery
Sep. 30, 2020
Maxwell Mays 1918-2009 SIGNED Folk Art Painting
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Maxwell Mays (American, 1918-2009). Signed original oil on canvas painting, "Cathleen's Birthday" depicting a stately home with guests arriving via horse drawn carriages. Artist signature lower right, dated 1977. Original receipt from Providence Art Club attached to verso. Good condition with mild surface wear, craquelure to surface. Wear and losses to frame. Measures 18 in. x 24 in. (sight), 22 3/4 in. x 28 3/4 in. (framed). Hill Auction Gallery in house continental USA shipping $150 plus insurance. Gallery will refer a local shipper for international buyers. Please contact sfloridadelivery@gmail.com for local South Florida home delivery quote. Purchaser pick up available upon request.
Hill Auction Gallery
Sep. 30, 2020
Maxwell Mays 1918-2009 SIGNED Folk Art Painting
Est: $800 - $1,200
Maxwell Mays (American, 1918-2009). Signed original oil on canvas painting, "Mrs Adams Has Come Home at Last," depicting an interior view of an 18th century drawing room. Artist signature lower right, dated 1976. Good condition with mild surface wear, craquelure to surface. Wear and losses to frame. Measures 20 in. x 24 in. (sight), 28 1/2 in. x 32 1/2 in. (framed). Hill Auction Gallery will not ship. Gallery will refer a local shipper for international buyers. Please contact sfloridadelivery@gmail.com for local South Florida home delivery quote. Purchaser pick up available upon request.
Hill Auction Gallery
Sep. 12, 2020
Maxwell MAYS: Rhode Island - Lithograph
Est: $75 - $125
Framed lithograph, "Providence, Rhode Island", edition # 559/1000. [Art: 20 x 27 inches; Frame: 33 x 43 inches]. Losses to frame.
Roland Auctions NY
Aug. 27, 2020
Maxwell Mays French Market Bistro Ink Drawing
Est: $100 - $200
Maxwell Mays,Rhode Island, United States,1918-2009 Well stock French street side market with an abundance of flowers and tendrils covering the awning of their building on the edge cobblestone street.
Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers
Jul. 23, 2020
Maxwell Mays Rhode Island Folk Art Street Painting
Est: $600 - $900
Rhode Island,1918-2009 A bustling city street with vibrant color and playful figures throughout.
Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers
Jun. 28, 2020
Maxwell Mays American Painting
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Maxwell Mays. 1968. American. Large Colonial style city scene with boats on a river, figures and Colonial buildings. Tempera? on masonite. Signed and dated lower right. Sight size: 37-½” x 49-½”. Overall size: 41” x 53”.
Tremont Auctions
Jun. 12, 2020
MAXWELL MAYS, Rhode Island, 1918-2009, Three scenes of a European town,, Oils on plywood, 30" x 96", 30.25" x 71" and 30" x 68.5".
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
MAXWELL MAYS Rhode Island, 1918-2009 Three scenes of a European town, originally the backdrop for a train set. Two signed and dated lower right "Maxwell Mays 1988-1989". One signed and dated lower left "Maxwell Mays 1988-1989". Provenance: Commissioned by a prominent Rhode Island doctor, Mendell Robinson, for the backdrop of his train collection. Includes a photo of the original display with the train set and of Dr. Robinson. Oils on plywood, 30" x 96", 30.25" x 71" and 30" x 68.5".
Eldred's
May. 21, 2020
Max Mays Olneyville Rhode Island Painting
Est: $400 - $600
Rhode Island, United States,Dated 1993 Depicting the Butter Exchange building with several people in the streets.
Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers
Jan. 11, 2020
Maxwell Mays, (American,1918-2009), Victorian seaside cottage, 1984, oil on canvas, 20 x 15 3/4in (50.8 x 40cm)
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
Maxwell Mays (American,1918-2009) Victorian seaside cottage, 1984 oil on canvas signed and dated 'Maxwell Mays 84' (lower left) 20 x 15 3/4in (50.8 x 40cm) Provenance: Sale, Christie's, New York, 15 January 2008, lot 304
Andrew Jones Auctions
Nov. 23, 2019
MAXWELL MAYS, Rhode Island, 1918-2009, A living room scene with fireplace, grand piano and a spotted dog., Oil on board, 15.5" x 19....
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
MAXWELL MAYS Rhode Island, 1918-2009 A living room scene with fireplace, grand piano and a spotted dog. Signed and dated lower right "Maxwell Mays '89". Given to decorator Florence Clowes. Oil on board, 15.5" x 19.5". Framed 23" x 27.5".
Eldred's
Sep. 12, 2019
Maxwell Mays Signed/Num. Winter Scene Print
Est: $100 - $200
Maxwell Mays Signed/Num. Winter Scene Print. Nicely Framed. Numbered 669/1000. Frame Measures 35.5 x 25.5
Symphony Auction Gallery
Sep. 12, 2019
Maxwell Mays Signed/Num Print
Est: $100 - $200
1975 Maxwell Mays Signed and Numbered Print of Providence, RI in 1900. Numbered 863/1000. Frame Measures 28.5 x 35.5
Symphony Auction Gallery
Jun. 08, 2019
Maxwell Mays Newport Rhode Island Lithograph
Est: $250 - $400
Rhode Island,1918-2009 Bird's Eye View of Newport, Collection of Mr. & Mrs. H. Forsythe Hanscom, edition 682 of 1,000.
Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers
May. 02, 2019
Maxwell Mays Winter Scene Signed/Num Print
Est: $100 - $200
Maxwell Mays Winter Scene, Halfway House Signed/Numbered (148/1000) Print in Nice Frame. Frame Measures Approximately 34 x 28
Symphony Auction Gallery
May. 02, 2019
Maxwell Mays Cathedral Signed/Num AP
Est: $200 - $300
Maxwell Mays Artist Proof 13 Hand Signed Print of a Cathedral of Saints Peter & Paul in Providence, RI. Beautifully Framed. Frame Measures Approximately 29 x 35
Symphony Auction Gallery
May. 02, 2019
Maxwell Mays RI Hospital Sign/Num Print
Est: $200 - $300
Maxwell Mays RI Hospital Sign/Num Print. Signed and Numbered 63/1000 in Lower Right. Frame Measures Approximately 29.5 x 40
Symphony Auction Gallery
May. 02, 2019
Maxwell Mays Jamestown Signed/Num Print
Est: $200 - $300
Maxwell Mays Jamestown, RI Singed and Numbered (1053/1200) Print in Very Nice Frame. Frame Measures Approximately 31.5 x 39.5
Symphony Auction Gallery
May. 02, 2019
Maxwell Mays Newport Print, Artist Proof
Est: $200 - $300
Maxwell Mays Artist Proof Hand Signed Print of a Newport, RI Mansion. Beautifully Framed. Frame Measures Approximately 28 x 32.5.
Symphony Auction Gallery
May. 02, 2019
Maxwell Mays Rocky Point Print
Est: $300 - $500
Maxwell Mays Signed and Numbered (591/600) Print of Rocky Point Park in Warwick, RI. Excellent Condition and Framed Nicely. Signed and Numbered in Pencil in Lower Right. Frame Measures Approximately 41 x 30.
Symphony Auction Gallery
Mar. 03, 2019
MAXWELL MAYS (RI, 1918-2009)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
MAXWELL MAYS (RI, 1918-2009) Gilded Age Newport Gala; oil on canvas, signed lower center and dated '75, in gold molded panel frame with linen liner, OS: 26 1/2" x 32 1/2", SS: 17 1/2" x 23 1/2". Scattered flaking.
Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Feb. 07, 2019
Maxwell Mays Signed/Numbered Print
Est: $100 - $200
Maxwell Mays Print of Ships in Marina, Signature and Number. Numbered 835/1000. Frame Measures 25.5 x 37.5
Symphony Auction Gallery
Feb. 07, 2019
1940s Waterfall Vanity w/ Mirror
Est: $200 - $300
1940s Waterfall Vanity w/ Mirror. This Piece is in Original, Used Condition w/ Scratches,Wear and Tear and Some De-Lamination Please See photos. Measures 46 x 28 x 18 Without Mirror. Mirror Measures 36.5 x 38 This Item is too Large and Heavy to be Packed and Shipped in House. It Must Be Professionally Packed and May Be Expensive to Ship.
Symphony Auction Gallery
Feb. 07, 2019
Thorens? Disc Music Box w/ Disc
Est: $150 - $300
Working Thorens? Disc Music Box w/ One Disc and Key. Music Box Plays and Looks to Be in Good Condition. The Box is Not Marked except for Small Made is Switzerland Stamp on Mechanism Under Record. No Markings on Bottom. Measures 6.5 x 10 x 4
Symphony Auction Gallery
Feb. 07, 2019
Lot of Vintage Costume Jewelry in Blue Case
Est: $50 - $100
Nice Lot of Vintage Costume Jewelry in Blue Case.
Symphony Auction Gallery
Feb. 07, 2019
Sterling and Turquoise Jewelry
Est: $100 - $200
Lovely Turquoise and Sterling Jewerly.
Symphony Auction Gallery
Nov. 29, 2018
Maxwell Mays Signed & Numbered Print
Est: $200 - $300
Maxwell Mays Signed and Numbered Print of a Mill Town, Possibly Pawtucket, RI. Numbered 196/1000. Measures 28 W x 21 H x 1D
Symphony Auction Gallery
Nov. 29, 2018
Maxwell Mays Signed & Numbered Print
Est: $200 - $300
1997 Maxwell Mays Signed and Numbered Print of Catholic School w/ Church. May be Rhode Island or Massachusetts Scene. Numbered 31/1000. Measures 31 H x 25.5 W x 1D
Symphony Auction Gallery