Mattie Lou O'Kelley Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Mattie Lou O'Kelley Art Value Price Guide

Feb. 20, 2025
MATTIE LOU O'KELLEY 'ODDS & ENDS' 1978 OIL
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (American (Georgia), 1908-1997). "Odds and Ends" - 1978, oil on canvas, signed "M. L. O'Kelley" and dated to LR, gallery label to verso for Knoke Galleries, Marietta, GA. Framed. Provenance: Private Collection, Atlanta, GA; acquired from Knoke Galleries, September 8, 1989. Approximate dimensions: canvas h. 24.25", w. 30"; frame h. 28.625", w. 34.5", d. 2".
Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
Nov. 19, 2024
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (1908-1997), Reading the Newspaper
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (1908-1997), Reading the Newspaper Signed and dated, "M.L. O'Kelley/ Mar 1977," l.r., and titled in pencil verso, "Reading the Newspaper," oil on canvas, framed. 15 1/4 in. x 19 in. (sight), 21 1/2 in. x 25 1/2 in. (frame) This lot is located in Philadelphia.
Freeman’s | Hindman
Dec. 09, 2023
MATTIE LOU O'KELLEY (1908 - 1997)
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
39" x 31" paint on canvas, large painting. signed. 100% authentic and real. O'Kelley was born on a corn and cotton farm in Maysville, Georgia, in the northeast of the state. She was the seventh of eight children. She dropped out of school in the ninth grade to help her family on the farm. In 1943, when her father died, she moved to the town of Maysville.
Ledbetter Auctions
Dec. 06, 2023
O’KELLEY, Mattie Lou (American, 1908-1997) Untitled. (A Day...
Est: $800 - $1,200
O’KELLEY, Mattie Lou (American, 1908-1997) Untitled. (A Day on the Farm) 1981. Oil on paper. Signed lower right. 13 x 18”. Frame: 23 x 28”. Excellent condition. Not examined out of frame.
Potter & Potter Auctions Inc.
Oct. 26, 2023
MATTIE LOU O'KELLEY, American 1908-1997, Farm Scene, 1975, oil on paper, 12 x 18 inches (30.5 x 45.7 cm.), Frame: 19 1/2 x 1 1/4 x 25 in. (49.5 x 3.2 x 63.5 cm.)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
MATTIE LOU O'KELLEY American, 1908-1997 Farm Scene, 1975 oil on paper signed lower right "M.L. O'Kelley / Feb 1975"
Shannon's
Sep. 15, 2022
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (American, 1908-1997)
Est: $5,000 - $10,000
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (American, 1908-1997) XMAS Shopping, 1974 oil on panel signed and dated M.L.O'KELLEY NOV 1974, lower right, titled in yellow chalk on verso 20 x 24 1/4 inches. Provenance: Sotheby's New York, Important Americana, February 1, 1991, lot 1066A.
Hindman
Nov. 18, 2021
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (1908-1997) The Country Store 12 x 17 7/8 in. (30.5 x 45.4 cm.) (Executed in July 1975.)
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (1908-1997) The Country Store signed and dated 'M.L. O'Kelley / July 1975' (lower right) watercolor and gouache on paper 12 x 17 7/8 in. (30.5 x 45.4 cm.) Executed in July 1975. For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Jan. 21, 2021
Mattie Lou O'Kelley Oil on Canvas Signed
Est: $3,000 - $4,000
Mattie Lou O'kelley, American (1908-1997). Colorful oil on canvas 'Lillie Catching the Train to Atlanta', signed and dated lower right, Feb. 1983. Provenance Jay Johnson Inc., America's Folk Heritage Gallery, N.Y., original receipt $18,000.00. Measures 30"H x 38.25"H framed; 24.25"H x 32"W unframed. Condition report: good condition, no isues, see photos. Contact AAG for more detailed information if needed. AAG is not responsible for any errors or omissions to any lots. All sales are final and sold as is. This lot cannot be shipped in house. For an instant guaranteed third party shipping quote through Quality Packing and Shipping visit: https://www.qualitypackship.com/abington-copy-1 or contact our other third party shippers.
Abington Auction Gallery
Jun. 19, 2019
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (1908-1997), "Cousin Emmaline's" dated, "1985"
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (1908-1997) "Cousin Emmaline's" dated, "1985" Signed and dated, "M.L.O'Kelley (copyright) 1985. Apr," l.r., and titled, copyrighted and signed on verso, oil on canvas, framed. 18 in. x 24 in. (sight) PROVENANCE: The Collection of Victor Niederhoffer.
Freeman's | Hindman
Jun. 19, 2019
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (1908-1997), "The Cemetery", dated "1985"
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (1908-1997) "The Cemetery", dated "1985" Signed and dated, l.r., "M.L. O'Kelley/Feb. 1985", and inscribed to canvas verso, "#13 The Cemetery/Copyright 1985/Mattie Lou O'Kelley", acrylic on canvas, framed. 23 1/2 in. x 18 in. (sight) PROVENANCE: The Collection of Victor Niederhoffer.
Freeman's | Hindman
Jun. 19, 2019
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (1908-1997), Winter Scene, dated, "1980"
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (1908-1997) Winter Scene, dated, "1980" Signed and dated, l.r., "M. L. O'Kelley Sept. 1980", oil on canvas, framed. 23 3/4 in. x 35 3/8 in. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Victor Niederhoffer.
Freeman's | Hindman
Jun. 19, 2019
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (1908-1997), "Airing Out the Quilts on a Cotton Picking Day", dated, "1974"
Est: $6,000 - $10,000
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (1908-1997) "Airing Out the Quilts on a Cotton Picking Day", dated, "1974" Signed and dated, l.r., "M. L. O'Kelley Dec. 1974", medium identified, titled, signed, dated, and located on verso, oil on canvas panel, framed. 24 in. x 35 1/4 in. (sight) PROVENANCE: The Collection of Victor Niederhoffer.
Freeman's | Hindman
Jun. 19, 2019
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (1908-1997), "Damming Up The Branch", dated, "1973"
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (1908-1997) "Damming Up The Branch", dated, "1973" Signed and dated, l.r., "M. L. O'Kelley, Dec. 1973", medium identified, signed and titled on verso, acrylic on paper, glazed and framed, further inscribed on verso: "Entered in Ladies Home Journal Contest Finalist 1973 Rec May 14 1974." 21 1/2 in. x 31 1/4 in. (sight) PROVENANCE: The Collection of Victor Niederhoffer.
Freeman's | Hindman
Apr. 07, 2018
MATTIE LOU O'KELLEY (1908-1997, ACT. GEORGIA). SUNDAY MORNING.
Est: $800 - $1,200
Oil on board, 20 x 16 inches. Signed "M.L. O'Kelley" and dated 1976, l.r.
Bourgeault-Horan Antiquarians
Oct. 26, 2017
Mattie Lou O'Kelley
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (Georgia, 1908-1997) THE NICE HOUSE ON THE HILL, May 1975 oil on canvas board, framed, signed, dated & titled H24" W36" Provenance: Estate of Sarah Anderson "Sally" Irvin Wood
Charlton Hall
Sep. 20, 2017
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (1908-1997) Eating at the Round Table, 1976 watercolor, graphite and varnish on paper 16 x 20 1/8 in.
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (1908-1997) Eating at the Round Table, 1976 signed and dated lower right M.L. O'KELLEY APR.1976; inscribed "Eating at The Round Table" Mattie Lou O'Kelley/ watercolor on paper-April 1976 on verso watercolor, graphite and varnish on paper 16 x 20 1/8 in.
Christie's
Apr. 29, 2017
Mattie Lou O'Kelley. Morning Glories.
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Mattie Lou O'Kelley. Morning Glories.1975. Signed, dated, and titled. Oil on canvas. Excellent condition. Image is 24" w x 18"h. Frame is 27" w x 21"h. Provenance: Jay Johnson American Folk Heritage Gallery. Est. $3,000-5,000. Ship: $65
Slotin Folk Art Auction
Apr. 29, 2017
Mattie Lou O'Kelley. Cleaning Off Graveyard.
Est: $15,000 - $20,000
Mattie Lou O'Kelley. Cleaning Off Graveyard.1977. Signed, dated and titled. Excellent condition. Image is 36" w x 24"h. Mattie Lou O'Kelley Masterpiece! Featured In Mattie Lou O'Kelley Folk Artist. Frame is 42" w x 30"h. Est. $15,000-20,000. Ship: $300
Slotin Folk Art Auction
Jun. 29, 2016
Mattie Lou O'Kelley American, 1908-1997 Morning Glories, 1975
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Mattie Lou O'Kelley American, 1908-1997 Morning Glories, 1975 Signed M. L. O'Kelley and dated Nov. 1975 (lr); inscribed as titled on an old label affixed to the stretcher Oil on canvas 18 x 24 inches Provenance: Jay Johnson America's Folk Heritage Gallery, New York Sale: WNET, New York, The Thirteen Collection Televised Auction of Art and Antiques: To Be Broadcast on Channel Thirteen, May 10 - 13, 1979, lot 1339 C
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Jan. 13, 2016
Mattie Lou O'Kelley American, 1908-1997 Morning Glories, 1975
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Mattie Lou O'Kelley American, 1908-1997 Morning Glories, 1975 Signed M. L. O'Kelley and dated Nov. 1975 (lr); inscribed as titled on an old label affixed to the stretcher Oil on canvas 18 x 24 inches Provenance: Jay Johnson America's Folk Heritage Gallery, New York WNET, New York, The Thirteen Collection Televised Auction of Art and Antiques: To Be Broadcast on Channel Thirteen, May 10 -13, 1979, lot 1339 C
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Sep. 24, 2015
* Mattie Lou O'Kelley, (American, b. 1908), Interior Room (Green), 1984
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (American, b. 1908) Interior Room (Green), 1984 oil on canvas signed M.L. O'Kelley and dated (lower right) 17 1/2 x 23 inches.
Hindman
Sep. 24, 2015
* Mattie Lou O'Kelley, (American, b. 1908), Interior Room (Brown), 1984
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (American, b. 1908) Interior Room (Brown), 1984 oil on canvas signed M.L. O'Kelley and dated (lower right) 17 1/2 x 23 inches.
Hindman
Mar. 17, 2013
MATTIE LOU O'KELLEY (AMERICAN 1908-1997), ACRYLIC ON CANVAS, 1975, PRIMITIVE FARMLAND LANDSCAPE
Est: $15,000 - $25,000
MATTIE LOU O'KELLEY (AMERICAN 1908-1997), ACRYLIC ON CANVAS, 1975, PRIMITIVE FARMLAND LANDSCAPE:Signed and dated lower right; original frame.
DuMouchelles
Dec. 11, 2011
Mattie Lou O'Kelley, (American, b. 1908), When the Oranges Bloom in Georgia, 1980
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (American, b. 1908) When the Oranges Bloom in Georgia, 1980 oil on canvas signed M. L. O'Kelley and dated (lower right); titled (tacking edge) 40 x 30 inches.
Hindman
Nov. 13, 2010
Mattie Lou O'Kelley Barnyard Cat.
Est: $6,000 - $9,000
Oil on canvas. Signed and dated, June 1979. Image is 24" x 18". Frame is 30.5" x 24.5". Mint condition. Provenance: Purchased from Jay Johnson Gallery. Full-page illustration on page 45 in Mattie Lou O'Kelley Folk Art. Exhibited at Mulvane Art Center, Topeka, KS, "The Fascinating Cat" Exhibit. Lot includes handwritten letter from Mattie Lou O'Kelley discussing the painting.
Slotin Folk Art Auction
Nov. 13, 2010
Mattie Lou O'Kelley Barefoot Day.
Est: $20,000 - $25,000
Oil on canvas. Signed, titled and dated, Feb. 1978. Extraordinarily large piece for O'Kelley. Wonderful details and Springtime colors. Image is 28" x 41". Nicely framed, 34" x 47" h.
Slotin Folk Art Auction
May. 01, 2010
Mattie Lou O'Kelley. Rainbow of Health.
Est: $4,500 - $5,500
Rainbow of Health.Signed and dated, 1968. Paint on canvas, varnished by artist. Mattie Lou's nephew, James, was working for the Health Department in Dublain, GA and asked his Aunt to paint a picture for his new office. Mattie Lou said that the Rainbow was the Shining Light of the Health Dept set to clean up the outhouses. The image depicts a pond in Maysville, her hometown. Image is 23" x 19". Frame is 25" w x 21" h. Excellent condition. Est. $4,500-5,500. Ship: $40
Slotin Folk Art Auction
May. 01, 2010
Mattie Lou O'Kelley. Spotted Cat.
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
Spotted Cat.Oil on canvas. Signed and dated, April 1978. Illustrated in Life Magazine, June 1980 in an article entitled, " Fanciful Art of Plain Folk." Image is 18" w x 24" h. Frame is 27" w x 32.5" h. Provenance: The Jay Johnson Gallery, Karen and Werner Gundersheimer. Est. $8,000-12,000. Ship: $200 includes crate.
Slotin Folk Art Auction
May. 01, 2010
Mattie Lou O'Kelley. The Watermelon Cutting.
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (1908-1989) Banks County, Georgia. The Watermelon Cutting. Oil on canvas. Signed, titled and dated, Feb. 1979. Image is 36" x 24" h. Frame is 42" w x 30.5" h. Mint condition. Provenance: Jay Johnson Gallery, The Karen and Werner Gundersheimer Collection. Illustrated and discussed in William C. Ketchum's, All American Folk Arts and Crafts, pg 185-187, and illustrated on the cover and in a double page spread in Ketchum's American Folk Art (New York, Smithmark, 1995, pgs. 8-9. Est. $20,000-30,000. Ship: $300 includes crate. A Slotin Auction Favorite!
Slotin Folk Art Auction
Apr. 18, 2010
MATTIE LOU O'KELLEY, OIL ON CANVAS PANEL, 16" X
Est: $400 - $700
MATTIE LOU O'KELLEY, OIL ON CANVAS PANEL, 16" X 20", JULY 1967, "DEATH OF A GAY BIRD": US 1908-1997: Signed and titled on verso; #68 on verso; framed.
DuMouchelles
Jan. 27, 2010
Mattie Lou O'Kelley (American, 1908-1989)
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
Winter skaters oil on canvas signed and dated lower right M.L. O'Kelley Feb 1981. 23 1/2 x 31 1/2in (60cm x 82cm)
Bonhams
Jan. 17, 2010
MATTIE LOU O'KELLEY, OIL ON CANVAS PANEL, 16" X
Est: $800 - $1,500
MATTIE LOU O'KELLEY, OIL ON CANVAS PANEL, 16" X 20", JULY 1967, "DEATH OF A GAY BIRD": US 1908-1997: Signed and titled on verso; #68 on verso; framed.
DuMouchelles
Jul. 12, 2009
MATTIE LOU O'KELLEY, OIL ON CANVAS BOARD, 20" X
Est: $600 - $800
MATTIE LOU O'KELLEY, OIL ON CANVAS BOARD, 20" X 16", MAY 1974, "WILD ROSES": American primitive. Signed and dated lower right; signed, titled and dated on verso; framed.
DuMouchelles
Jul. 12, 2009
MATTIE LOU O'KELLEY, OIL ON WOOD PANEL, 18" X 9
Est: $200 - $300
MATTIE LOU O'KELLEY, OIL ON WOOD PANEL, 18" X 9 3/4", JAN. 1945, FEMALE NUDE PUTTING ON A STOCKING: American primitive; nude shown on a black bear rug; signed and dated lower right with date appearing to be Jan.1945; unframed.
DuMouchelles
Jul. 12, 2009
MATTIE LOU O'KELLEY OIL ON CANVAS, 24" X 30", JULY
Est: $3,000 - $4,000
MATTIE LOU O'KELLEY OIL ON CANVAS, 24" X 30", JULY 1976, "SUMMER SHORELINE": AMERICAN 1908-1997: American folk artist. Signed and dated lower right; titled and signed on the edge of the canvas that is rolled over the stretcher bar on verso; gilt frame.
DuMouchelles
Jul. 12, 2009
MATTIE LOU O'KELLEY, OIL ON CANVAS, 24" X 30",
Est: $3,000 - $4,000
MATTIE LOU O'KELLEY, OIL ON CANVAS, 24" X 30", NOV. 1976, "THE TOWN CLOCK": AMERICAN 1908-1997: American primitive. Signed and dated lower right; titled and dated on verso of stretcher; gilt frame.
DuMouchelles