Gordon Onslow-Ford Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Gordon Onslow-Ford Art Value Price Guide

Apr. 18, 2025
Watercolor, Gordon Onslow Ford
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Gordon Onslow Ford (American, 1912-2003), Untitled, watercolor on paper, sheet: 24.5"h x 39.25"w, overall (with frame): 30.5"h x 44.5"w. Provenance: Private Collection, San Francisco, CA.
Clars Auctions
Mar. 16, 2025
Gordon Onslow-Ford (1912-2003): Being in Space
Est: $7,000 - $10,000
Gordon Onslow-Ford British, 1912-2003 Being in Space acrylic on mulberry paper mounted to canvas 1979; signed and dated verso
Abell Auction
Feb. 25, 2025
Gordon Onslow Ford, Dragon Play
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Gordon Onslow Ford Dragon Play 1955 casein on mulberry paper laid to linen 17.750 h x 57.500 w in (45 x 146 cm) Signed, titled, dated and inscribed to verso '1955 - 121 Dragon Play G. Onslow Ford'. Provenance: Weinstein Gallery, San Francisco | Private Collection Exhibited: The Summer Salon II, 26 August - 24 October 2022, Sullivan Goss, Santa Barbara This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Feb. 25, 2025
Gordon Onslow Ford, Being Space Voyage
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Gordon Onslow Ford Being Space Voyage 1979 casein on mulberry paper mounted to canvas 39.000 h x 74.000 w in (99 x 188 cm) Signed, titled and dated to verso 'Being Space Voyage 9.79 G Onslow Ford'. Provenance: Estate of Allen Singer, San Francisco | Clars Auctions, Oakland, Antique, Art, Jewelry, Asian, 19 February 2017, Lot 2285 | Weinstein Gallery, San Francisco | Private Collection This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Oct. 10, 2024
Gordon Onslow-Ford, Apace II, 1997
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
(California/England, 1912-2003) Apace II (CR 1997-012), 1997, inscribed bottom right "5-97", acrylic on mulberry paper, 27-1/8 x 36-1/4 in.; unframed Provenance: Collection of the artist's sister, Elisabeth Onslow-Ford; by descent in family See article: Line -- Circle Ã¢ââ¹ Dot Ã¢âÂ The Paintings of Gordon Onslow-Ford https://brunkauctions.com/line-circle-%E2%97%8B-dot-%E2%97%8F-the-paintings-of-gordon-onslow-ford-september-29-2023/
Brunk Auctions
Oct. 10, 2024
Gordon Onslow-Ford, In Magin, 2002
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
(California/England, 1912-2003) In Magin, 2002, linen acrylic on paper on linen, image 59 x 38-1/4 in. Provenance: Collection of the artist's sister, Elisabeth Onslow-Ford; by descent in family See article: Line -- Circle Ã¢ââ¹ Dot Ã¢âÂ The Paintings of Gordon Onslow-Ford https://brunkauctions.com/line-circle-%E2%97%8B-dot-%E2%97%8F-the-paintings-of-gordon-onslow-ford-september-29-2023/
Brunk Auctions
Oct. 10, 2024
Gordon Onslow-Ford, Glimpse, 2002
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
(California/England, 1912-2003) Glimpse (CR 2002-049), 2002, inscribed at bottom left "11-02", unsigned, label verso, acrylic on mulberry paper on linen, 44 x 28-3/4 in. Provenance: Collection of the artist's sister, Elisabeth Onslow-Ford; by descent in family See article: Line -- Circle Ã¢ââ¹ Dot Ã¢âÂ The Paintings of Gordon Onslow-Ford https://brunkauctions.com/line-circle-%E2%97%8B-dot-%E2%97%8F-the-paintings-of-gordon-onslow-ford-september-29-2023/
Brunk Auctions
Oct. 10, 2024
Gordon Onslow-Ford Painting 1959
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
(California/England, 1912-2003) Untitled (CR 1959-051), 1959, unsigned, label verso, Parle's paint on mulberry paper, 28-3/8 x 36-3/8 in. Provenance: Collection of the artist's sister, Elisabeth Onslow-Ford; by descent in family See article: Line -- Circle Ã¢ââ¹ Dot Ã¢âÂ The Paintings of Gordon Onslow-Ford https://brunkauctions.com/line-circle-%E2%97%8B-dot-%E2%97%8F-the-paintings-of-gordon-onslow-ford-september-29-2023/
Brunk Auctions
Oct. 10, 2024
Gordon Onslow-Ford, Yarrow Talk, 1959
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
(California/England, 1912-2003) Yarrow Talk, 1959, inscribed lower left "1 59", signed verso "G. Onslow-Ford", titled and dated, acrylic on mulberry paper on linen, image 34-1/8 x 19-7/8 in. See article: Line -- Circle Ã¢ââ¹ Dot Ã¢âÂ The Paintings of Gordon Onslow-Ford Provenance: Collection of the artist's sister, Elisabeth Onslow-Ford; by descent in family https://brunkauctions.com/line-circle-%E2%97%8B-dot-%E2%97%8F-the-paintings-of-gordon-onslow-ford-september-29-2023/
Brunk Auctions
Oct. 10, 2024
Gordon Onslow-Ford Painting, 1955
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
(California/England, 1912-2003) Untitled (1955.054), 1955, unsigned, casein on mulberry paper, 37 x 27-1/8 in. Provenance: Collection of the artist's sister, Elisabeth Onslow-Ford; by descent in family See article: Line -- Circle Ã¢ââ¹ Dot Ã¢âÂ The Paintings of Gordon Onslow-Ford https://brunkauctions.com/line-circle-%E2%97%8B-dot-%E2%97%8F-the-paintings-of-gordon-onslow-ford-september-29-2023/
Brunk Auctions
Oct. 10, 2024
GORDON ONSLOW FORD (1912-2003). Personnages Warming Up. oil on canvas 34 x
Est: £30,000 - £50,000
GORDON ONSLOW FORD (1912-2003). Personnages Warming Up. oil on canvas 34 x 48 in. (86.4 x 121.9 cm.).
Christie's
Sep. 19, 2024
Work on paper, Gordon Onslow Ford
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Gordon Onslow Ford (American/British, 1912-2003), "Ascending," 1955, casein on paper, signed, dated, and titled verso, sight: 37.75"h x 11.5"w, overall (with frame): 45.5"h x 16.5"w
Clars Auctions
Sep. 19, 2024
Painting, Gordon Onslow Ford
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Gordon Onslow Ford (American/British, 1912-2003), "Travellers," 1970, oil on linen (laid down on panel), signed, dated and titled verso, linen: 59.25"h x 40.5"w, overall (with frame): 64.25"h x 45.5"w
Clars Auctions
Jul. 23, 2024
Gordon Max Onslow Ford (California 1912 - 2003) oil on canvas, Modernist Composition 24 x 14 inches. Overall size 29 x 19 inches
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
Gordon Max Onslow Ford (California 1912 - 2003) oil on canvas, Modernist Composition 24 x 14 inches. Overall size 29 x 19 inches
Bill Hood & Sons Arts & Antiques Auctions
May. 08, 2024
Early Gordon Onslow-Ford Painting, Peacocks
Est: $300 - $500
(California/England, 1912-2003) Peacocks on a Garden Path, circa 1920s, unsigned, oil on panel, 12-7/8 x 16 in. Provenance: Collection of the artist's sister, Elisabeth Onslow-Ford; By descent in family
Brunk Auctions
Apr. 11, 2024
Gordon Onslow-Ford
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
(California/England, 1912-2003) Laughter's Leap (CR 1978-020), 1979, inscribed verso "Laughter's Leap/For Elisabeth/6th April 1979", Parle's paint on brown paper, 23-1/8 x 31-1/4 in.; unframed Provenance: Collection of the artist's sister, Elisabeth Onslow-Ford; By descent in family Note: For more information: https://brunkauctions.com/line-circle-%e2%97%8b-dot-%e2%97%8f-the-paintings-of-gordon-onslow-ford-september-29-2023/
Brunk Auctions
Apr. 11, 2024
Gordon Onslow-Ford
Est: $6,000 - $9,000
(California/England, 1912-2003) Sketch for Interatom (CR 1939-086), 1939, unsigned, acrylic on canvas, 18 x 22 in.; black stained gallery frame, 22-1/8 x 26-1/4 x 2-5/8 in. Provenance: Collection of the artist's sister, Elisabeth Onslow-Ford; By descent in family Note: In the summer of 1938, Gordon Onslow Ford and Roberto Matta developed an artistic partnership in Brittany, painting together and refining their automatic processes. As part of his ongoing search for methods of making spontaneous imagery, Onslow Ford invented coulage (the term based on couler, meaning "to flow" in French), a technique that anticipated the work of Hans Hofmann and Jackson Pollock. He joined the Parisian Surrealist group in 1938, and through his influence and that of Matta, the Surrealist circle became increasingly interested in an abstract visual lexicon linked to metaphysics and mystical philosophy. - Guggenheim Museum. For more information: https://brunkauctions.com/line-circle-%e2%97%8b-dot-%e2%97%8f-the-paintings-of-gordon-onslow-ford-september-29-2023/
Brunk Auctions
Apr. 11, 2024
Gordon Onslow-Ford
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
(California/England, 1912-2003) Fair Ground, 2003, signed verso linen "G. Onslow Ford", inscribed bottom middle "2.03", Parles paint on linen, 72 x 38-1/2 in., canvas size for stretching 94 x 54 in.; unframed Provenance: Collection of the artist's sister, Elisabeth Onslow-Ford; By descent in family Note (link to prior story)
Brunk Auctions
Mar. 13, 2024
Gordon Onslow Ford (1912-2003) Voyagers in space, June 1975 Spray paint on canvas Signed and dated on the bottom left Countersigned,..
Est: €8,000 - €12,000
Gordon Onslow Ford (1912-2003) Voyagers in space, June 1975 Spray paint on canvas Signed and dated on the bottom left Countersigned, dated and titled on the back 71 x 107 cm Provenance : - Samy Kinge Gallery, Paris - Private collection, Paris Exhibition: Paris, Galerie Samy Kinge, "Gordon Onslow Ford, Peintures", 25 September-26 October 1985. The work is illustrated on the invitation to the opening. Gordon Onslow Ford (1912-2003) Voyagers in space, juin 1975 Bombe aérosol sur toile Signée et datée en bas à gauche Contresignée, datée et titrée au dos 71 x 107 cm Provenance : - Galerie Samy Kinge, Paris - Collection parisienne Exposition : "Gordon Onslow Ford, Peintures", Paris, Galerie Samy Kinge, 25 septembre-26 octobre 1985. L'oeuvre est reproduite sur le carton d'invitation au vernissage.
Piasa
Mar. 05, 2024
Man Is Space
Est: $30,000 - $50,000
Gordon Onslow-Ford 1912 - 2003 Man Is Space signed G. Onslow-Ford, dated 1962, titled and inscribed (on the reverse) Parle's paint on canvas 70 ½ by 118 in. 179 by 300 cm. Executed in 1962.
Sotheby's
Nov. 16, 2023
Painting, Gordon Onslow Ford
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Gordon Onslow Ford (British/American, 1912-2003), Untitled, acrylic on masonite, signed upper right, board: 30"h x15"w, overall (with frame): 34"h x 19"w
Clars Auctions
Nov. 16, 2023
Painting, Gordon Onslow Ford
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Gordon Onslow Ford (American, 1912-2003), "For the Rain...," 1984, acrylic on canvas, signed, titled, and dated verso, canvas: 44.5"w x 70"w, overall (with frame): 45.25"h x 70.75"w
Clars Auctions
Oct. 20, 2023
Gordon Onslow-Ford
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
(California/England, 1912-2003) One Of (CR 1999-020), 1999, signed verso "G. Onslow Ford/99" and titled, Parle's paint on canvas backed by painted panel, 48-1/4 x 18-1/8 x 1-5/8 in.; unframed Provenance: Collection of the artist's sister, Elisabeth Onslow-Ford; By descent in family For more information: https://brunkauctions.com/line-circle-%e2%97%8b-dot-%e2%97%8f-the-paintings-of-gordon-onslow-ford-september-29-2023/
Brunk Auctions
Oct. 20, 2023
Gordon Onslow-Ford
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
(California/England, 1912-2003) An Accord of Space Life (CR 1991-005), 1991, signed verso canvas "G. Onslow-Ford 3.91", titled and dated, dated lower left recto, acrylic on canvas, 42 x 57 in.; lattice type frame, 43 x 58-1/4 x 1-5/8 in. Provenance: Collection of the artist's sister, Elisabeth Onslow-Ford; By descent in family Note: When Gordon died, a list was given of 30 paintings to be divided from his estate among family and friends. Elisabeth Onslow-Ford was first and chose this painting. For more information: https://brunkauctions.com/line-circle-%e2%97%8b-dot-%e2%97%8f-the-paintings-of-gordon-onslow-ford-september-29-2023/
Brunk Auctions
Oct. 20, 2023
Gordon Onslow-Ford
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
(California/England, 1912-2003) Laughter's Leap (CR 1978-020), 1979, inscribed verso "Laughter's Leap/For Elisabeth/6th April 1979", Parle's paint on brown paper, 23-1/8 x 31-1/4 in.; unframed Provenance: Collection of the artist's sister, Elisabeth Onslow-Ford; By descent in family For more information: https://brunkauctions.com/line-circle-%e2%97%8b-dot-%e2%97%8f-the-paintings-of-gordon-onslow-ford-september-29-2023/
Brunk Auctions
Oct. 20, 2023
Gordon Onslow-Ford
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
(California/England, 1912-2003) Untitled, 1948, from the series Feu follet, unsigned, casein on paper, 18-3/4 x 24-3/4 in.; unframed (gilt wood frame for display) Provenance: Collection of the artist's sister, Elisabeth Onslow-Ford; By descent in family For more information: https://brunkauctions.com/line-circle-%e2%97%8b-dot-%e2%97%8f-the-paintings-of-gordon-onslow-ford-september-29-2023/
Brunk Auctions
Oct. 20, 2023
Gordon Onslow-Ford
Est: $12,000 - $18,000
(California/England, 1912-2003) Sketch for Interatom (CR 1939-086), 1939, unsigned, acrylic on canvas, 18 x 22 in.; black stained gallery frame, 22-1/8 x 26-1/4 x 2-5/8 in. Provenance: Collection of the artist's sister, Elisabeth Onslow-Ford; By descent in family Note: In the summer of 1938, Gordon Onslow Ford and Roberto Matta developed an artistic partnership in Brittany, painting together and refining their automatic processes. As part of his ongoing search for methods of making spontaneous imagery, Onslow Ford invented coulage (the term based on couler, meaning "to flow" in French), a technique that anticipated the work of Hans Hofmann and Jackson Pollock. He joined the Parisian Surrealist group in 1938, and through his influence and that of Matta, the Surrealist circle became increasingly interested in an abstract visual lexicon linked to metaphysics and mystical philosophy. - Guggenheim Museum For more information: https://brunkauctions.com/line-circle-%e2%97%8b-dot-%e2%97%8f-the-paintings-of-gordon-onslow-ford-september-29-2023/
Brunk Auctions
Oct. 20, 2023
Early Gordon Onslow-Ford Painting
Est: $12,000 - $18,000
(California/England, 1912-2003) Live Land I (CR 1939-029), 1939, signed lower right "G. Onslow-Ford/39", inscribed verso "Chemillieu 1939", oil on canvas, 12-1/4 x 16-1/4 in.; wood frame, linen lined mount, 18-1/4 x 22 x 2 in. Provenance: Collection of the artist's sister, Elisabeth Onslow-Ford; By descent in family Exhibited: The Oakland Museum, Oakland, California, Gordon Onslow-Ford Retrospective Exhibition, March 22 - May 29, 1977, No.9, pg. 67; Galerie Brochier, Munich, Germany, Gordon Onslow Ford, 1993; Bochum Museum of Art, Bochum, Germany, Gordon Onslow Ford: A Retrospective., 1994; Museo de Arte Contemporaneo, University of Santiago, Santiago, Chile, Gordon Onlsow Ford, 1995; Chilem Galeria Municipal, Valparaiso, Chile, Pinoteca Municipal, Conception, Chile, Gordon Onslow-Ford, 1995. Note: This painting was painted at the Chateau de Chemillieu in Switzerland where Onslow-Ford, his sister Elizabeth, and the group of surrealists, including Andre Breton, Yves Tanguy, Kay Sage, and Esteban Frances gathered that summer. For a similar composition see: Mountains of Desire, 1939, Clars Auction Gallery, June 17, 2022, lot 05013, sold for $37,500 (with premium) For more information: https://brunkauctions.com/line-circle-%e2%97%8b-dot-%e2%97%8f-the-paintings-of-gordon-onslow-ford-september-29-2023/
Brunk Auctions
May. 07, 2023
Gordon Onslow Ford (1912-2003)
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
Untitled, 1975 Gouache on Illustration Board Dated '1.75' (lower center) Signed,dedicated and dated again 'GORDON OF August 2nd 1977' on verso Image: 20 x 30 inches Frame: 27 x 37 inches
Santa Monica Auctions
Apr. 04, 2023
Gordon ONSLOW FORD 1912 - 2003 Free Mooning (Parlès paint) - 1961 Acrylique sur toile
Est: €15,000 - €20,000
Gordon ONSLOW FORD 1912 - 2003 Free Mooning (Parlès paint) - 1961 Acrylique sur toile Datée en bas au centre "6-61", signée, datée, titrée et annotée au dos "FREE MOONING / PARLES PAINT / 1961 / G. ONSLOW-FORD" h: 132 w: 104 cm Provenance : Collection Geo Dupin A l'actuel propriétaire par succession Commentaire : Acrylic on canvas ; dated lower center, signed, dated, titled and annotated on the reverse Estimation 15 000 - 20 000 €
Artcurial
Feb. 28, 2023
GORDON ONSLOW FORD (1912-2003) Cycloptomania oil on canvas 35 x 50 in. (88.
Est: £150,000 - £250,000
GORDON ONSLOW FORD (1912-2003) Cycloptomania oil on canvas 35 x 50 in. (88.9 x 127 cm.)
Christie's
Feb. 22, 2023
Gordon Onslow Ford, Save 2
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Gordon Onslow Ford Save 2 1993 acrylic on paper laid to linen 39 h x 51.5 w in (99 x 131 cm) Signed, titled and dated to verso 'Save 2 G. Onslow Ford 11-93'. Provenance: Gift from the artist, Private Collection | Acquired from the previous by the present owner This work will ship from LAMA in Los Angeles, California.
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Oct. 20, 2022
Gordon Onslow Ford, Untitled
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Gordon Onslow Ford Untitled 1980 acrylic on paper composition: 18.25 h × 27 w in (46 × 69 cm) sheet: 22.25 h × 30.5 w in (57 × 77 cm) Dated to lower right '80'. Provenance: Gift from the artist, Private Collection | Acquired from the previous by the present owner This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Jun. 23, 2022
Gordon Onslow Ford, Stars and Dots
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Gordon Onslow Ford Stars and Dots 1972 acrylic on masonite 17.5 h × 8.25 w in (44 × 21 cm) Dated to lower edge '2.72'. Provenance: Heritage Auctions Texas, The Estate Signature Auction, 12 September 2012, Lot 86365 | Private Collection This work will ship from Rago in Lambertville, New Jersey.
Los Angeles Modern Auctions
Jun. 17, 2022
Painting, Gordon Onslow Ford
Est: $40,000 - $60,000
Gordon Onslow Ford (British, 1912-2003), "The Wish 2," 1945, oil on canvas, initialed and dated lower right, canvas: 29.5"h x 36"w, overall (with frame): 38.5"h x 44.5"w
Clars Auctions
Jun. 17, 2022
Painting, Gordon Onslow Ford
Est: $50,000 - $70,000
Gordon Onslow Ford (British, 1912-2003), "Mountains of Desire," 1939, oil on canvas, signed and dated lower left, canvas: 28.75"h x 36"w, overall (with frame): 37.75"h x 45"w
Clars Auctions
Apr. 26, 2022
Attr. George Onslow Ford (1912-2003) Acrylic Painting on Canvas
Est: $200 - $2,000
DESCRIPTION: Acrylic on canvas painting attributed to George Onslow Ford (1912-2003) comprised of gold, black and white colors in his traditional shapes including asterisks and spirals. Signed at the bottom left "G. Onslow-Ford". Mounted in modern wood and cloth frame. CIRCA: 20th Century ORIGIN: Continental DIMENSIONS: Image H: 23.5" X W: 35.5" and Frame H: 31.5" X 43.5" CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission."
Akiba Galleries
Apr. 20, 2022
GORDON ONSLOW FORD (1912-2003) Untitled, 1975
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
GORDON ONSLOW FORD (1912-2003) Untitled, 1975 dated '1·75' (lower center); signed, dedicated and dated again 'Gordon OF august 2nd 1977' (on the reverse) gouache on illustration board 20 x 30 in. 50.8 x 76.2 cm. For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Mar. 25, 2022
Painting, Gordon Onslow Ford
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Gordon Onslow Ford (American/British, 1912-2003), "How I Wonder," 1980, mixed media on paper, signed and titled verso, dated lower center, sheet: 16"h x 22.5"w, overall (with frame): 24.5"h x 31.5"w
Clars Auctions
Sep. 17, 2021
Painting, Gordon Onslow Ford .
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
Gordon Onslow Ford (American/British, 1912-2003), "Sometimes Lifetimes," 1951, casein on paper, signed, titled and dated verso, sight: 18"h x 24"w, overall (with frame): 25.5"h x 31.5"w
Clars Auctions
Sep. 17, 2021
Painting, Gordon Onslow Ford
Est: $10,000 - $20,000
Gordon Onslow Ford (American/British, 1912-2003), "Of the Wilds," 1955, gouache on paper (laid down on canvas), signed, titled and dated verso, canvas: 38"h x 47"w, overall (with frame): 25.5"h x 31.5"w
Clars Auctions
May. 01, 2020
GORDON ONSLOW FORD | SOWING AND REAPING
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Gordon Onslow Ford (1912 - 2003)
Sotheby's
Mar. 22, 2020
Painting, Gordon Onslow Ford
Est: $20,000 - $40,000
Gordon Onslow Ford (American/British, 1912-2003), "In In Focus," 1968, acrylic on canvas, signed, dated, and titled verso, canvas (unframed): 72"h x 107"w
Clars Auctions
Sep. 15, 2019
Work on paper, Gordon Onslow Ford
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Gordon Onslow Ford (American, 1912-2003), Untitled (Chac-Mool), 1964, ink on paper, signed lower center, dated upper right, sheet: 23"h x 17.5"w, overall (with frame): 24.25"h x 18.75"w
Clars Auctions
Sep. 15, 2019
Work on Paper, Gordon Onslow Ford
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Gordon Onslow Ford (American, 1912-2003), Untitled (Dear Judy), 1964, gouache and ink on paper, signed lower center, dated upper center, sight: 22.25"h x 7.75"w, overall (with frame): 27"h x 12"w
Clars Auctions
May. 22, 2019
Gordon Onslow Ford, (British, 1912-2003), In Vironment, 2002
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
Gordon Onslow Ford (British, 1912-2003) In Vironment, 2002 acrylic on paper mounted to linen signed G. Onslow Ford, titled and dated (verso) 43 x 81 inches.
Hindman
May. 18, 2019
Gordon Onslow Ford - Abstract Painting
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
Exceptional painting by Gordon Onslow Ford, author of 'Painting in the Instant' and co-founder of the Lucid Art Foundation. Gordon Onslow Ford, (American, 1912-2003), was a member of the Surrealist group in Paris in the 1930's, including Andre Breton, Yves Tanguy, and Max Ernst joining their meetings in Cafe deux Magots. Ford was also a very close friend of Chilean artist Roberto Matta. This work if from 1989, an important year in the artist's life when he met an influential force in his life, Fariba Bogzaran. With Bogzaran the artist explored art and consciousness and the dream world, collaborating on several books. Titled 'Honey Bee Space' Acrylic on canvas 1989 Measures 45" x 59" x 2" overall. Signed, titled and dated verso, and dated front lower left of center Housed in a simple and original painted wood strip frame Provenance: from a Santa Cruz, CA collection Excellent condition
The Modern Art Exchange
Apr. 14, 2019
Painting, Gordon Onslow Ford
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Gordon Onslow Ford (British, 1912-2003), Untitled, gouache, signed and inscribed 'To Peter Selz and Carole, With All Good Wishes, Gordon' verso, sight: 6.25'h x 30.5'h, overall (with frame): 8"h x 32.75"w. Provenance: Estate of Peter Selz (Berkeley, California)
Clars Auctions