John Austin Sands Monks Paintings & Artwork for Sale | John Austin Sands Monks Art Value Price Guide

Nov. 29, 2024
John Austin Sands Monks watercolor of Sheep
Est: $200 - $400
John Austin Sands Monks watercolor of Sheep. Approx. 27x21 inches.
Schultz Auctioneers
Oct. 22, 2024
J.A.S. Monks, O/B Autumn Sunset Landscape
Est: $400 - $600
John Austin Sands Monks (Am. 1850-1917), signed lower left. Sight size: 3 1/2" high, 5 1/4" wide. Frame size: 8 1/2" high, 10 1/4" wide. Property from a New Jersey Private Collection.
Schwenke Auctioneers
Sep. 22, 2024
J.A.S. MONKS PAINTING - DOG HERDING SHEEP
Est: $600 - $800
19th century oil painting on canvas of a Border Collie herding a large group of sheep into an old barn. Signed JAS Monks. 14 x 18 in, framed 25 x 29 in. VG condition. (John Austin Sands Monks 1850 - 1917 was active/lived in Massachusetts, Illinois. John Monks is known for Landscape, sheep, genre painting).
Americana Auctions
Sep. 18, 2024
John Monks 1850-1917 Pastoral Scene Sheep Etching
Est: $1 - $1,000
John Austin Sands Monks ( American, 150 - 1917 ) black and white etching on paper. Depicts a flock of sheep grazing in a serene landscape, capturing the tranquility of rural life. Pencil signed in the Plated lower right corner. Retains its gallery framing label on verso. Art presented in a rectangular steeped wooden frame. Work Size: 8.75 x 11.75 in. Dimensions: 16 X 18.75 X .5 in. Condition: Good overall condition having normal surface wear. Storage wear to the edges and the corners of the frame. Estate fresh to the market. Shipping: MiddleManBrokers Inc. offers in-house ground contiguous USA domestic shipping, for $95 plus insurance. We will refer third party shippers for international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request.
MiddleManBrokers
Aug. 13, 2024
JOHN MONKS (AMERICAN, 1850-1917) ETCHING
Est: $50 - $10,000
Etching of sheep by river. Artist name and date etched lower right. Signature lower right reads as, J. A. S. Monks or John Austin Sands Monks. Dimensions: (Frame) H 19.25" x W 23.25" (Sight) H 11" x W 15.5" Condition: Some crinkling to edge of etching. Minor wear to frame. Toning.
Westport Auction
Mar. 28, 2024
John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850 - 1917)
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
'Coming Home.' Oil on canvas. Ca. 1890s. Signed bottom left. 16 3/4 x 14" ; 25 x 22 5/8" (a period frame). Exhibited: Newport Art Museum. Provenance: Monk's Family and thence by descent. Exhibition label affixed to back.
Vallot Auctioneers
Mar. 08, 2024
ANTIQUE FRAMED ETCHING BY JOHN AUSTIN SANDS MONKS (1850-1917)
Est: $50 - $500
ANTIQUE FRAMED ETCHING BY JOHN AUSTIN SANDS MONKS AND DATED 1985 (1850-1917, ACTIVE / LIVED IN MASSACHUSETTS, ILLINOIS)- PASTORAL SCENE WITH SHEEP - MEASURES APPROX. 11 1/2" WIDE X 15" HIGH
Heart Felt Antiques & Auction Service
Jan. 18, 2024
Laura Lee (American, 1867-1954)
Est: $300 - $500
Oil on artist board. Signed and dated 1933, upper right. 25 3/4 x 20" ; 32 1/2 x 26 1/2" (framed).
Vallot Auctioneers
Nov. 30, 2023
JOHN AUSTIN SANDS MONKS (AMERICAN, 1850 - 1917)
Est: $100 - $300
Etchings and pencil on paper (sheep skulls). All retained by J.A.S. Monks and as found in his personal collection; together with an etching by Louis K. Harlow (American, 1850â1913). 21 x 15 7/8" (largest).
Vallot Auctioneers
Nov. 30, 2023
JOHN AUSTIN SANDS MONKS (AMERICAN, 1850 - 1917)
Est: $50 - $500
Impressionist River and Landscape.' Watercolor. 9 x 12". Dedicated and signed bottom right. An unusual example of American Impressionism is in the artist's oeuvre and bears a resemblance to Inness's mystical painting, "A Pond on Milton on the Hudson."
Vallot Auctioneers
Nov. 30, 2023
JOHN AUSTIN SANDS MONKS (AMERICAN, 1850 - 1917)
Est: $50 - $500
A Southern or South American scene. Oil on artist board. 9 3/4 x 14". Initialed lower left. This painting was likely done for a book or newspaper illustration and returned to Monks after it was reproduced. Provenance: From the collection of J.A.S. Monks (American painter, 1850â1917) and to the present consignor, his great-grandson.
Vallot Auctioneers
Sep. 07, 2023
John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850 - 1917)
Est: $100 - $300
Five artworks some of which comprise less well known subject matter for J.A.S. Monks. Pen and ink on artist board (hens); etching (mine workers); pencil on paper (sheep skulls); two pencil signed etchings (all retained by J.A.S. Monks and as found in his personal collection); together with an etching by Louis K. Harlow (American, 1850 - 1913.) 21 x 15 7/8" (largest).
Vallot Auctioneers
Jul. 02, 2023
John Monks (MA,IL,1850-1917) oil painting antique
Est: $650 - $800
ARTIST: John Austin Sands Monks (Massachusetts, Illinois, 1850 - 1917) NAME: Southern American Street Scene MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Overall good. No visible inpaint under UV light. SIGHT SIZE: 12 x 13 inches / 30 x 33 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed (In-House framing available) SIGNATURE: unsigned CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 120996 US Shipping $42 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: John Austin Sands Monks was born on November 7, 1850 in Cold Spring, New York and died in Chicago, Illinois in March of 1917. Monks is listed as a painter and etcher of landscapes and animals, with sheep considered to be a specialty. He studied etching with George Nelson Cass (1831-1882) and painting with George Inness (1825-1894).Monks was a member of the Boston Art Club, Copley Society (Boston)1892, and the New York Etching Club. From 1804 to 1909, Monks exhibited over seventy oils, watercolors, and etchings with the Boston Art Club.Monks also exhibited with the American Watercolor Society (NYC), Salmagundi Club (NYC) 1883, and the New York Etching Club, 1880s. Two museum collections holding Monks work are the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and the Parrish Museum. "Sheep," his best-known painting is in the MFA, Boston.While exhibiting with the Boston Art Club, Monks is listed as living in New York in 1884 and 1885 and in Massachusetts from 1886 to 1907.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jun. 22, 2023
John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850 - 1917)
Est: $200 - $300
Two pencil signed etchings (retained by J.A.S. Monks in his personal collection). Includes: Monk's etching of sheep; together with an etching by Louis K. Harlow (American, 1850 - 1913.) 21 x 15 7/8" (largest). Provenance: From the collection of J.A.S. Monks and to the present consignor, his great-grandson.
Vallot Auctioneers
Jun. 22, 2023
John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850 - 1917)
Est: $300 - $500
Three artworks which comprise less well known subject matter for J.A.S. Monks. They were retained by Monks in his personal collection in a loose scrapbook, and which passed by descent to his great-grandson, the consignor. Pen and ink on artist board (hens); etching (mine workers); pencil on paper (sheep skulls). 12" x 9 1/2" (largest).
Vallot Auctioneers
Jun. 22, 2023
John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850 - 1917)
Est: $300 - $500
Two works of illustration art (retained by the artist in his personal collection and thence by descent). Gouache and ink wash on artist board (signed and dated 1886); and ink on illustration board. 9 3/4” x 14 1/4” (largest). Provenance: From the collection of J.A.S. Monks and to the present consignor, his great-grandson.
Vallot Auctioneers
Apr. 20, 2023
J. A. S. MONKS, SHEEP IN LANDSCAPE, OIL ON CANVAS
Est: $800 - $1,200
John Austin Sands Monks (American 1850-1917), undated, oil on canvas painting, depicting multiple sheep set in a rocky landscape, signed at lower left, framed. Approximate dimensions: Canvas. 16, w. 20; Overall h. 24. 5, w. 29. 5, d. 3. 75.
Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
Apr. 09, 2023
John Monks (MA,IL,1850-1917) oil painting antique
Est: $675 - $850
ARTIST: John Austin Sands Monks (Massachusetts, Illinois, 1850 - 1917) NAME: Southern American Street Scene MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Overall good. No visible inpaint under UV light. SIGHT SIZE: 12 x 13 inches / 30 x 33 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed (In-House framing available) SIGNATURE: unsigned CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 120996 US Shipping $42 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: John Austin Sands Monks was born on November 7, 1850 in Cold Spring, New York and died in Chicago, Illinois in March of 1917. Monks is listed as a painter and etcher of landscapes and animals, with sheep considered to be a specialty. He studied etching with George Nelson Cass (1831-1882) and painting with George Inness (1825-1894).Monks was a member of the Boston Art Club, Copley Society (Boston)1892, and the New York Etching Club. From 1804 to 1909, Monks exhibited over seventy oils, watercolors, and etchings with the Boston Art Club.Monks also exhibited with the American Watercolor Society (NYC), Salmagundi Club (NYC) 1883, and the New York Etching Club, 1880s. Two museum collections holding Monks work are the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and the Parrish Museum. "Sheep," his best-known painting is in the MFA, Boston.While exhibiting with the Boston Art Club, Monks is listed as living in New York in 1884 and 1885 and in Massachusetts from 1886 to 1907.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Mar. 23, 2023
John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850-1917)
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
Oil on canvas. Signed lower left. 18 x 26 1/4 in. Provenance: JAS Monks by direct descent to the consignor, the Great-grandson of the artist.
Vallot Auctioneers
Mar. 19, 2023
John Austin Sands Monks (1850-1917) Watercolor Grazing Cows
Est: $100 - $200
Beaded wood frame has material loss throughout. Approx. 9.5x 11.5 in with 2.25 in. Weight 6.3 lbs.
Hughes Auctions
Jan. 02, 2023
John Monks (MA,IL,1850-1917) oil painting antique
Est: $700 - $900
ARTIST: John Austin Sands Monks (Massachusetts, Illinois, 1850 - 1917) NAME: Southern American Street Scene MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Overall good. No visible inpaint under UV light. SIGHT SIZE: 12 x 13 inches / 30 x 33 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed (In-House framing available) SIGNATURE: unsigned CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 120996 US Shipping $42 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: John Austin Sands Monks was born on November 7, 1850 in Cold Spring, New York and died in Chicago, Illinois in March of 1917. Monks is listed as a painter and etcher of landscapes and animals, with sheep considered to be a specialty. He studied etching with George Nelson Cass (1831-1882) and painting with George Inness (1825-1894).Monks was a member of the Boston Art Club, Copley Society (Boston)1892, and the New York Etching Club. From 1804 to 1909, Monks exhibited over seventy oils, watercolors, and etchings with the Boston Art Club.Monks also exhibited with the American Watercolor Society (NYC), Salmagundi Club (NYC) 1883, and the New York Etching Club, 1880s. Two museum collections holding Monks work are the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and the Parrish Museum. "Sheep," his best-known painting is in the MFA, Boston.While exhibiting with the Boston Art Club, Monks is listed as living in New York in 1884 and 1885 and in Massachusetts from 1886 to 1907.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Dec. 15, 2022
John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850-1917)
Est: $200 - $300
'Sheep in a Field.' Etching. 7 x 6 in. Note: This comes from the artist's personal collection and is likely a unique etching. Provenance: Monk's family by descent to the artist's Great-grandson.
Vallot Auctioneers
Dec. 15, 2022
John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850-1917)
Est: $200 - $300
Watercolor on paper. Note: The painting appears to depict: The Old City Gates, St. Augustine, Florida. 9 7/8 x 13 1/2 in. Provenance: JAS Monks by direct descent to the consignor the Great-grandson of the artist.
Vallot Auctioneers
Dec. 15, 2022
John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850-1917)
Est: $200 - $300
'Landscape.' Etching. Signed in pencil. 6 x 9. Note: This comes from the artist's personal collection and by descent to his heir, the artist's great-grandson. It is likely an early and unique etching and was retained by Monks in his portfolio.
Vallot Auctioneers
Dec. 15, 2022
John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850-1917)
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Oil on canvas. Signed lower left. 18 x 26 1/4 in. Provenance: JAS Monks by direct descent to the consignor, the Great-grandson of the artist.
Vallot Auctioneers
Dec. 15, 2022
John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850-1917)
Est: $800 - $1,200
'Conanicut Island.' 1882. Signed and dated bottom right. Gouache and ink wash on artist board. 11 x 11 3/4 in. Note: It is believed that this painting depicts Sheffield Cove Jamestown, Rhode Island.
Vallot Auctioneers
Oct. 09, 2022
John Monks (MA,IL,1850-1917) oil painting antique
Est: $750 - $950
ARTIST: John Austin Sands Monks (Massachusetts, Illinois, 1850 - 1917) NAME: Southern American Street Scene MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Overall good. No visible inpaint under UV light. SIGHT SIZE: 12 x 13 inches / 30 x 33 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed (In-House framing available) SIGNATURE: unsigned CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 120996 US Shipping $42 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: John Austin Sands Monks was born on November 7, 1850 in Cold Spring, New York and died in Chicago, Illinois in March of 1917. Monks is listed as a painter and etcher of landscapes and animals, with sheep considered to be a specialty. He studied etching with George Nelson Cass (1831-1882) and painting with George Inness (1825-1894).Monks was a member of the Boston Art Club, Copley Society (Boston)1892, and the New York Etching Club. From 1804 to 1909, Monks exhibited over seventy oils, watercolors, and etchings with the Boston Art Club.Monks also exhibited with the American Watercolor Society (NYC), Salmagundi Club (NYC) 1883, and the New York Etching Club, 1880s. Two museum collections holding Monks work are the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and the Parrish Museum. "Sheep," his best-known painting is in the MFA, Boston.While exhibiting with the Boston Art Club, Monks is listed as living in New York in 1884 and 1885 and in Massachusetts from 1886 to 1907.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Aug. 25, 2022
JOHN AUSTIN SANDS MONKS (Massachusetts/Illinois, 1850-1917), Landscape with sheep., Oil on canvas, 18” x 26”. Framed 26.5” x 34”.
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
JOHN AUSTIN SANDS MONKS Massachusetts/Illinois, 1850-1917 Landscape with sheep. Signed lower left "J.A. Monks".
Eldred's
Aug. 04, 2022
John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850 - 1917)
Est: $100 - $200
'Ocean View.' Pastel. 9 5/8 x 14 inches. Note: Monks had a residence in Jamestown (Conanicut Island) Rhode Island and this is likely a scene from the Southern part of the Island where Monks along with William Trost Richards, and other noted 19th Century American artists where known to paint. (Pastels by Monks are believed by his family to be very rare.) Provenance: From the collection of J.A.S. Monks (American painter, 1850 - 1917) and to the present consignor, his great-grandson.
Vallot Auctioneers
Aug. 04, 2022
John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850 - 1917)
Est: $300 - $500
Ink wash on paper laid down on board. Signed bottom center. Note: Monks did several etchings of Ram's including, "The Old Ram" in the 1880's. This painting is likely from this period and was a preparatory work for those etchings. 12 3/4 x 10 1/8 The paper is adhered to a larger irregular piece of artist board, and the board appears original to the artwork. Provenance: From the collection of J.A.S. Monks (American painter, 1850 - 1917) and to the present consignor, his great-grandson.
Vallot Auctioneers
Aug. 04, 2022
Cabinet Cards of Dogs (American, 19th Century)
Est: $50 - $150
Eight (8) cabinet cards. Circa 1890s. One depicts a dog with a kitten (a difficult subject to photograph in this era). One photograph has a small pencil sketch on the verso which is believed to be by J.A.S Monks (American painter, 1850 - 1917). 8 1/2 x 5 inches (largest). Most of these cards are from Boston photography studios. Provenance: From the personal collection of J.A.S. Monks (American painter, 1850 - 1917) and to the present consignor, his great-grandson. These photographs have for the past century remained together with J.A.S. Monks' collection of artworks on paper. They were likely used for studies. (The small drawing on the verso is similar to other drawings that Monks did at the time and can be found in the Monks' collection.)
Vallot Auctioneers
Aug. 04, 2022
John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850 - 1917)
Est: $200 - $300
A Southern or South American Scene. Oil on artist board. 9 3/4 x 14 inches. Initialed lower left. This black, white and sepia toned painting is from Monks' personal collection. This painting was likely done for a book or newspaper illustration and returned to him after it was reproduced. Provenance: From the collection of J.A.S. Monks (American painter, 1850 - 1917) and to the present consignor, his great-grandson.
Vallot Auctioneers
Aug. 04, 2022
John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850 - 1917)
Est: $200 - $300
'Two houses.' Watercolor. 9 5/8 x 14 inches. Provenance: From the collection of J.A.S. Monks (American painter, 1850 - 1917) and to the present consignor, his great-grandson.
Vallot Auctioneers
Aug. 04, 2022
John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850 - 1917)
Est: $200 - $300
'Impressionist River and Landscape.' Watercolor. 9 x 12 inches. Dedicated: "To my friend Hunter," and signed bottom right. Note: Monks was friends with numerous artists and was the only student of George Inness, however, the identity of "Hunter" remains unknown by the family, and why this painting was dedicated but remained in Monks' personal collection is a mystery. An unusual example of American Impressionism in the artist's oeuvre and bearing a resemblance to Inness's mystical painting: "A Pond on Milton on the Hudson.". Provenance: From the collection of J.A.S. Monks (American painter, 1850 - 1917) and to the present consignor, his great-grandson.
Vallot Auctioneers
Aug. 01, 2022
John Austin Sands Monks Flock of Sheep Painting
Est: $400 - $600
Massachusetts, Illinois,1850-1917 Depicts a flock of sheep in a fenced in field bathed in early morning light. Monks studied etching and painting under George Nelson Cass and George Inness. He was a member of the Boston Art Club, Copley Society, and the New York Etching Club.
Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers
Jul. 03, 2022
John Monks (MA,IL,1850-1917) oil painting antique
Est: $750 - $950
ARTIST: John Austin Sands Monks (Massachusetts, Illinois, 1850 - 1917) NAME: Southern American Street Scene MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Overall good. No visible inpaint under UV light. SIGHT SIZE: 12 x 13 inches / 30 x 33 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed (In-House framing available) SIGNATURE: unsigned CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 120996 US Shipping $42 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: John Austin Sands Monks was born on November 7, 1850 in Cold Spring, New York and died in Chicago, Illinois in March of 1917. Monks is listed as a painter and etcher of landscapes and animals, with sheep considered to be a specialty. He studied etching with George Nelson Cass (1831-1882) and painting with George Inness (1825-1894).Monks was a member of the Boston Art Club, Copley Society (Boston)1892, and the New York Etching Club. From 1804 to 1909, Monks exhibited over seventy oils, watercolors, and etchings with the Boston Art Club.Monks also exhibited with the American Watercolor Society (NYC), Salmagundi Club (NYC) 1883, and the New York Etching Club, 1880s. Two museum collections holding Monks work are the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and the Parrish Museum. "Sheep," his best-known painting is in the MFA, Boston.While exhibiting with the Boston Art Club, Monks is listed as living in New York in 1884 and 1885 and in Massachusetts from 1886 to 1907.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
May. 18, 2022
John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1859 - 1917)
Est: $100 - $150
'Cliffs with Seagulls.' Watercolor laid on board. 7 5/8 x 10 3/8 inches. Provenance: From the collection of J.A.S. Monks and to the present consignor, his great-grandson.
Vallot Auctioneers
May. 14, 2022
†John Austin Sands Monks (1850-1917, American), "Countryside Road with Sheep," c. 1887, watercolor on paper, signed and dated lower l..
Est: $400 - $800
John Austin Sands Monks (1850-1917, American), "Countryside Road with Sheep," c. 1887, watercolor on paper, signed and dated lower left, presented in a gilt frame, H.- 11 3/4 in., W.- 18 1/4 in., Framed H.- 18 1/4 in., W.- 24 3/4 in.
Crescent City Auction Gallery
Feb. 18, 2022
John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850 - 1917)
Est: $100 - $200
'American Homestead Scene.' Ink wash on paper with annotated pencil studies on verso. This was likely intended for reproduction or illustration. The top of the painting is annotated "#9." The verso pencil studies (chair, knife, tools...) appear to reference the interior of the depicted house. 14 1/8 x 10 1/4. Provenance: From the collection of J.A.S. Monks (American painter, 1850 - 1917) and to the present consignor, his great-grandson.
Vallot Auctioneers
Feb. 18, 2022
19th Century Charcoal Studies (1851)
Est: $100 - $500
Charcoal studies. The figures appear Dutch. Signed (illegibly) in pen and dated 1851. Provenance: From the collection of J.A.S. Monks (American painter, 1850 - 1917) and to the present consignor, his great-grandson. Note: The mounting paper is similar to other paper that J.A.S. Monks used and it is very likely that Monks mounted this drawing himself. The drawing itself pre-dates Monk and was likely an object of study for him. The signature is illegible and the artist remains unidentified.
Vallot Auctioneers
Feb. 18, 2022
John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850 - 1917)
Est: $300 - $500
"Flooded Meadows." Watercolor on paper. 1888. Signed and dated lower left. Titled on verso in pencil and priced. 12 x 18 inches. Provenance: From the personal portfolio of J.A.S. Monks (American painter, 1850 - 1917) and to the present consignor, his great-grandson.
Vallot Auctioneers
Feb. 18, 2022
John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850 - 1917)
Est: $200 - $300
Two (2) impressionistic watercolors. "Towers of London" and "Tower of Venice." Circa 1880's. 10 x 13 7/8 inches (largest.) Tower of London is annotated on the verso and dated 1890. Provenance: From the collection of J.A.S. Monks (American painter, 1850 - 1917) and to the present consignor, his great-grandson.
Vallot Auctioneers
Feb. 18, 2022
John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850 - 1917)
Est: $300 - $500
'Southern American Street Scene and African American Life.' Oil on artist board. 11 3/4 x 13 5/16 inches. This black and white and sepia toned painting is from Monk's personal portfolio. It was likely done as an illustration for a book or publication and returned to him after it was reproduced. Provenance: From the collection of J.A.S. Monks (American painter, 1850 - 1917) and to the present consignor, his great-grandson.
Vallot Auctioneers
Feb. 18, 2022
Utagawa Hiroshige II (Shigenobu) (Japanese, 1826 - 69)
Est: $100 - $300
"Lord Minamoto Yoritomo Goes to the Capital." 28 1/4 x 14 inches (irregular.) Color triptych woodblock on paper. Provenance: From the personal portfolio of J.A.S. Monks (American painter, 1850 - 1917) and to the present consignor, his great-grandson.
Vallot Auctioneers
Feb. 18, 2022
John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850 - 1917)
Est: $800 - $1,200
An impressionistic scene (Jamestown, Rhode Island). Oil on board. 16 x 20 inches. Signed lower left. Provenance: J.A.S. Monks by descent to the present consignor his great-grandson.
Vallot Auctioneers
Jan. 31, 2022
Attributed to John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850 - 1917), "Sheep Meadow", oil on canvas, impressionistic scene, depicts sheep g...
Est: $250 - $500
Attributed to John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850 - 1917), "Sheep Meadow", oil on canvas, impressionistic scene, depicts sheep grazing along trail through a meadow, gilt wood frame, label on verso with artist name, dates, and title, wear consistent with age, small patch repair in lower right hand corner, slight toning, rubbing where canvas meets frame, not examined out of frame, ss: 19 1/2" h. x 29 1/4" w.
Winter Associates, Inc.
Sep. 28, 2021
JOHN AUSTIN SANDS MONKS - SHEEP ON THE HILLSIDE
Est: $400 - $600
John Austin Sands Monks (American, 1850- 1917) Sheep on the Hillside, oil on canvas. Signed J. A. S. Monks lower left. Name plate verso. J. F. Olsson & Co label verso. (FANN106)(EL)
Litchfield Auctions
Sep. 12, 2021
John Monks (MA,IL,1850-1917) oil painting antique
Est: $2,000 - $2,600
ARTIST: John Austin Sands Monks (Massachusetts, Illinois, 1850 - 1917) NAME: Lambs and Ewes in the Fold MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: One patch. Very minor craquelure. Few scattred inpaintings (biggest along left edge). SIGHT SIZE: 26 x 42 inches / 66 x 106 cm FRAME SIZE: 33 x 49 inches / 83 x 124 cm SIGNATURE: lower left SIMILAR ARTISTS: Edward Barnard, George Arthur Hays, Walter Griffin, C Myron Clark, Charles Heil, Edward Leavitt, Thomas Bigelow Craig, William Jurian Kaula, Jay Connaway, Paul Strisik, Ernest Fiene, Arthur Goodwin, Arthur Parton, Charles Herbert Woodbury, Horace Burdick, George Henry Hall, Frederick De Voll, John Whorf CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 117679 US Shipping $239 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: John Austin Sands Monks was born on November 7, 1850 in Cold Spring, New York and died in Chicago, Illinois in March of 1917. Monks is listed as a painter and etcher of landscapes and animals, with sheep considered to be a specialty. He studied etching with George Nelson Cass (1831-1882) and painting with George Inness (1825-1894).Monks was a member of the Boston Art Club, Copley Society (Boston)1892, and the New York Etching Club. From 1804 to 1909, Monks exhibited over seventy oils, watercolors, and etchings with the Boston Art Club.Monks also exhibited with the American Watercolor Society (NYC), Salmagundi Club (NYC) 1883, and the New York Etching Club, 1880s. Two museum collections holding Monks work are the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and the Parrish Museum. "Sheep," his best-known painting is in the MFA, Boston.While exhibiting with the Boston Art Club, Monks is listed as living in New York in 1884 and 1885 and in Massachusetts from 1886 to 1907.
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