Orsi Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Orsi Art Value Price Guide

Jul. 13, 2024
Italo ORSI (Lucca, 1889 - Lucca, 1947)
Est: €30,000 - €40,000
Italo ORSI (Lucca, 1889 - Lucca, 1947) Gouache originale de l'affiche officielle des VIIIème Jeux Olympiques d'été de Paris 1924. Illustrateur, caricaturiste et affichiste italien, Orsi a vécu à Lucques au début de sa carrière vers 1910 où il réalisait des caricatures irrévérencieuses. Avec plus de mille affiches dont certaines ont été réalisées pour Joséphine Baker, il signe simplement ses illustrations "ORSI" en lettres capitales. Œuvre de l'artiste dans un bel état d'origine (quelques restaurations et entoilage simple pour la conservation). Dimensions 62x88 cm. Encadrée sous verre. Pièce de Musée.
Millon & Associes
Feb. 16, 2023
ORSI (France, 1889-1947), Sketch of two figures., Ink and gouache on paper, 12.5" x 8.5" sight. Framed 21" x 16.5".
Est: $200 - $300
ORSI France, 1889-1947 Sketch of two figures. Signed lower right "Orsi".
Eldred's
Nov. 13, 2022
Jeux Olympiques / Paris 1924.
Est: $4,000 - $5,000
ARTIST: ORSI (1889-1947) SIZE: 31 3/8 x 46 1/8 in./79.8 x 117.2 cm PRINTER: Phogor, Paris DESCRIPTION: From the 150 sketches submitted in the poster competition of the 1924 Paris Olympics, the French Olympic Committee selected two: this one and another by Droit (see PAI-LXXXVII, 139). Orsi, a prolific poster artist—his published works number more than a thousand—symbolizes the 8th Olympics with a view of a javelin thrower about to hurl his ancient weapon out over a panorama of Paris; a globe is included to suggest the international scope of the event. (Art Deco; Olympics; Sports)
Poster Auctions International Inc
Nov. 04, 2022
ORSI (France, 1889-1947), Sketch of two figures., Ink and gouache on paper, 12.5" x 8.5" sight. Framed 21" x 16.5".
Est: $500 - $700
ORSI France, 1889-1947 Sketch of two figures. Signed lower right "Orsi".
Eldred's
Jul. 12, 2022
Jeux Olympiques / Paris 1924.
Est: $5,000 - $6,000
ARTIST: ORSI (1889-1947) SIZE: 31 3/8 x 46 1/8 in./79.8 x 117.2 cm PRINTER: Phogor, Paris DESCRIPTION: From the 150 sketches submitted in the poster competition of the 1924 Paris Olympics, the French Olympic Committee selected two: this one and the accompanying design by Droit. Orsi, a prolific poster artist—his published works number more than a thousand—symbolizes the 8th Olympics with a view of a javelin thrower about to hurl his ancient weapon out over a panorama of Paris; a globe is included to suggest the international scope of the event. (Art Deco; Sports; Olympics)
Poster Auctions International Inc
May. 19, 2022
ORSI (1889-1947). LAMPE FLUORESCENTE / PHILIPS. Circa 1940. 61½x45 inches, 156½x114¼ cm. Bedos & Cie, Paris.
Est: $3,000 - $4,000
ORSI (1889-1947) LAMPE FLUORESCENTE / PHILIPS. Circa 1940. 61 1/2x45 inches, 156 1/2x114 1/4 cm. Bedos & Cie, Paris. Condition A: minor creases in margins. Framed. The expansive Bénézit Dictionnaire des Peintres, Sculpteurs, Dessinateurs et Graveurs, writes of Orsi that "his name should have an important place in the history of posters on behalf of his innovative aesthetics." Bénézit goes on to praise Orsi's sense of simplification, his bright colors and his creative ideas, and further estimates that Orsi designed as many as 1,000 posters. Despite this prodigious output, nothing else has been written on the artist and no portrait of him exists. Philips was one of his primary clients. Here, the Pointillist effect he creates to advertise a fluorescent light bulb is a classic example of the extent of his talent. The diagonal of the bulb itself, the unique handling of the coloring, the typography and the overall feeling of fluorescence make this an exceptional image.
Swann Auction Galleries
Sep. 26, 2020
Original Vintage 1930s Philips Radio Poster Orsi Art
Est: $600 - $800
Orsi 1889 - 1947. Philips. Lithograph 1934. Printer: Phogor. Condition Details: (A-/B+) on linen, minor tears and creasing at the edges
PosterConnection Inc.
Dec. 02, 2019
Original Vintage 1930s Philips Radio Poster Orsi Art
Est: $450 - $800
Artist: Orsi 1889 - 1947. Philips. Technique: Lithograph1934. Size: 45.2 x 30.3 in. (115 x 77 cm). Printer: Phogor. Condition Details: (A-/B+) on linen, minor tears and creasing at the edges. Estimate: $800. Reserve / Starting Price: $450.
PosterConnection Inc.
Nov. 16, 2019
Original Vintage 1930s Philips Radio Poster Orsi Art
Est: $450 - $800
Artist: Orsi 1889 - 1947. Philips. Technique: Lithograph1934. Size: 45.2 x 30.3 in. (115 x 77 cm). Printer: Phogor. Condition Details: (A-/B+) on linen, minor tears and creasing at the edges. Estimate: $800. Reserve / Starting Price: $450.
PosterConnection Inc.
Dec. 17, 2016
Poster by Orsi - Philips 834 le monde sous votre toit
Est: €280 - €450
Philips 834 le monde sous votre toit - 79,5x118,5, 1933 by Orsi (1889-1947)
Van Sabben Poster Auctions
Feb. 12, 2015
ORSI (1889-1947). VIIIe OLYMPIADE / JEUX OLYMPIQUES / PARIS 1924. 45x31 inches, 116x78 cm. Phogor, Paris.
Est: $5,000 - $7,500
ORSI (1889-1947) VIIIe OLYMPIADE / JEUX OLYMPIQUES / PARIS 1924. 45 3/4x31 inches, 116 1/4x78 3/4 cm. Phogor, Paris. Condition B+: creases, abrasions and restoration along vertical and horizontal folds; light foxing in margins and image. One of two designs chosen by the French Olympic Committee to advertise the 8th Olympiad. This is the French version. Olympics p. 29, Le Sport 89.
Swann Auction Galleries
Aug. 06, 2014
ORSI (1889-1947). JEUX OLYMPIQUES / PARIS. 1924. 47x31 inches, 119x79 cm. Phogor, Paris.
Est: $3,000 - $4,000
ORSI (1889-1947) JEUX OLYMPIQUES / PARIS. 1924. 47x31 1/4 inches, 119 1/2x79 1/2 cm. Phogor, Paris. Condition B+: offsetting in upper image; repaired tears, minor losses, creases and abrasions in margins and along vertical and horizontal folds; ink stamp in bottom margin. This is the French version. Olympics p. 29, Le Sport 89.
Swann Auction Galleries
Apr. 24, 2014
ORSI (1889-1947). PHILIPS. 62x46 inches, 158x116 cm. Phogor, Bagnolet, Paris.
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
ORSI (1889-1947) PHILIPS. 62 1/2x46 inches, 158 3/4x116 3/4 cm. Phogor, Bagnolet, Paris. Condition B+: repaired tears, creases, abrasions and overpainting along vertical and horizontal folds and in margins and image; recreated upper margin. The expansive Benezit Dictionnaire des Peintres, Sculpteurs, Dessinateurs et Graveurs writes of Orsi that "his name should have an important place in the history of posters on behalf of his innovative aesthetics." Benezit goes on to praise Orsi's sense of simplification, his bright colors and his creative ideas, and estimates that he designed as many as 1,000 posters. Despite this prodigious output, nothing else has been written on the artist and no portrait of him exists. Philips was one of his primary clients, and here, he illustrates the slogan which states how their light bulbs bring "the sun under your roof."
Swann Auction Galleries
May. 13, 2013
ORSI (1889-1947). LAMPE FLUORESCENTE / PHILIPS. Circa 1940. 62x45 inches, 158x115 cm. Bedos & Cie, Paris.
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
ORSI (1889-1947) LAMPE FLUORESCENTE / PHILIPS. Circa 1940. 62 1/2x45 3/4 inches, 158 3/4x115 1/2 cm. Bedos & Cie, Paris. Condition B+ / A-: restoration and minor restored losses in margins. The expansive Bénézit Dictionnaire des Peintres, Sculpteurs, Dessinateurs et Graveurs, writes of Orsi that "his name should have an important place in the history of posters on behalf of his innovative aesthetics." Bénézit goes on to praise Orsi's sense of simplification, his bright colors and his creative ideas. Bénézit estimates that Orsi designed as many as 1,000 posters. Despite this prodigious output, nothing else has been written on the artist and no portrait of him exists. Philips was one of his primary clients, and here, the pointillist effect he creates to advertise a fluorescent light bulb is a classic example of the extent of his talent. The diagonal of the bulb itself, the unique handling of the coloring, the typography and the overall feeling of fluorescence make this an exceptional image.
Swann Auction Galleries
Mar. 10, 2013
Theatre de l’Etoile / La Revue Nègre. 1925
Est: $7,000 - $9,000
Artist: ORSI (1889-1947) Size: 47 x 62 3/4 in./119.5 x 158.7 cm Phogor, Paris After a ten-week sold out run at the Théâtre des Champs-Elysées, the Revue Nègre was forced to move to the Théâtre de l’Étoile because Anna Pavlova was scheduled to perform with the Ballets Russe at the original venue. This is the exceedingly rare design for the show’s second home, featuring a much-stylized Josephine Baker.
Poster Auctions International Inc
Nov. 18, 2012
Thérèse Dorny.
Est: $1,000 - $1,200
Artist: ORSI (1889-1947) Size: 47 1/4 x 63 /18 in./120 x 160.2 cm Imp. du Casino de Paris Best known for her portrayal of Mme Herboux in Diabolique, Thérèse Dorny was a popular character actress from 1930 through the early 1950s. She is usually depicted in posters as being a disheveled, on-the-fringe sort of person, well past her prime.
Poster Auctions International Inc
Nov. 18, 2012
Sonora. ca. 1920
Est: $800 - $1,000
Artist: ORSI (1889-1947) Size: 46 1/4 x 62 1/2 in./117.5 x 158.8 cm Imp. A Karcher, Paris Although the company went bankrupt in 1930, this Chicago-based radio manufacturer was a popular choice throughout the 1910s and 1920s. This is the larger format version of this poster.
Poster Auctions International Inc
Nov. 18, 2012
Mistinguett.
Est: $800 - $1,000
Artist: ORSI (1889-1947) Size: 43 3/4 x 59 5/8 in./111 x 151.2 cm Publicité Phogor, Paris While almost every other poster features Mistinguett in either lavish costumes or in some wild setting, this image by Orsi focuses on two of her most notable assets: a winning smile and large, green eyes.
Poster Auctions International Inc
Nov. 01, 2012
Orsi (1889-1947)
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
Orsi (1889-1947) JEUX OLYMPIQUES PARIS 1924 lithograph in colours, 1924, printed by Phogor, Paris, condition B+; backed on linen 47 x 31in. (120 x 79cm.)
Christie's
Apr. 18, 2012
Orsi (1889-1947)
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
Orsi (1889-1947) JEUX OLYMPIQUES, PARIS 1924 lithograph in colours, 1924, printed by Rhogor, Paris, condition B+/A-; backed on linen 47 x 31in. (120 x 79cm.)
Christie's
Nov. 13, 2011
Mistinguett.
Est: $1,600 - $1,800
While almost every other poster features Mistinguett in either lavish costumes or in some wild settinging, this image by Orsi focuses on two of her most notable assets: a winning smile and large, green eyes.
Poster Auctions International Inc
May. 12, 2011
Orsi (1889-1947)
Est: £3,000 - £4,000
Orsi (1889-1947) JEUX OLYMPIQUES, PARIS 1924 lithograph in colours, 1924, printed by Rhogor, Paris, condition B+/A-; backed on linen 47 x 31in. (120 x 79cm.)
Christie's
Jun. 06, 2009
Poster by Orsi - Philips 834A
Est: €450 - €700
Philips 834A - 74x112, 1933, on japan by Orsi (1889-1947)
Van Sabben Poster Auctions
May. 03, 2009
Folies-Bergère/Dorville.
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
Orsi teams up with another actor taking potshots at an established classic in this poster for Dorville's turn as a besotted, baying Caesar at the Folies-Bergère. Dorville (born Georges-Henri Dodane, 1883-1940) was a French character actor active primarily during the 1930s. He is best-remembered for his critically-lauded work as Sancho Panza in 1933's Don Quichotte, the French version of G. W. Pabst's monumental three-language adaptation (English, French and German, filmed in three separate versions) of Cervantes' classic novel.
Poster Auctions International Inc
May. 03, 2009
Casino de Paris/Nina Myral.
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
Around 1880, the enormous skating rink that ran from 15 rue Blanche to 16 rue Clichy was transformed into the famous dance hall-cum theater known as the Casino de Paris. Running around the entire hall was a grand balcony where the dance orchestra played until 10 PM; then entertainment took over the stage: dancers, singers, musicians, magicians, declaimers, balancing troupes and animal acts, every sort of artiste imaginable. Character actress Nina Myral (1884-1975) has no shortage of film credits to her name, but very little in the way of biographical information. This Orsi poster for an appearance of hers at the Casino de Paris, however, let's us know straight-up that she finds both American taste and classical romance to be a complete pain in the neck. As humorous a design as it is obvious. The posterist known only as Orsi produced hundreds of posters, many of them for the theater, and all with strong, eye-catching designs.
Poster Auctions International Inc
May. 03, 2009
Thérèse Dorny.
Est: $1,400 - $1,700
Thérèse Dorny (1891-1976) was a fixture of French stage and cinema scene from 1930 through 1954, a character actress broadly remembered for her work in "Diabolique." From the poster's that have come our way featuring Dorny, a disheveled, on-the-fringe character begins to take shape, a persona whose best times may well be behind her. But compared to de Segonzac's poster for the actress (see PAI-XLV, 489), which has Dorny precariously-set and a bit tattered, this Orsi design is imbued with a certain daft exuberance, a colorful screwy-and-loving-it quality that calls the most-memorable work of Carol Burnett to mind.
Poster Auctions International Inc
Jun. 03, 2008
JEUX OLYMPIQUES, PARIS 1924
Est: £1,000 - £1,500
ORSI (1889-1947) JEUX OLYMPIQUES, PARIS 1924 lithograph in colours, 1924, condition B; not backed 47 x 31½in. (120 x 80cm.)
Christie's
Jun. 03, 2008
LA REVUE NÈGRE
Est: £5,000 - £7,000
ORSI (1889-1947) LA REVUE NÈGRE lithograph in colours, 1925, printed by Phogor, Paris, condition B+/A-; backed on linen, framed 23½ x 15½in. (59½ x 39cm.)
Christie's
May. 12, 2008
POSTER: ORSI (1889-1947). LAMPE FLOURESCENTE
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
ORSI (1889-1947) LAMPE FLOURESCENTE / PHILIPS. 62x46 inches, 157 1/2x116 1/2 cm. Bedos & Cie., Paris. Condition A-: repaired tears and creases in margins and image; minor scratches and abrasions in image. The expansive Bénézit Dictionnaire des peintres, sculpteurs, dessinateurs et graveurs, writes of Orsi that "his name should have an important place in the history of posters on behalf of his innovative aesthetics." Bénézit goes on to praise Orsi's sense of simplification, his bright colors and his creative ideas. Bénézit estimates that Orsi designed as many as 1000 posters! Despite this prodigious output nothing else has been written on the artist and no portrait of him exists. Philips was one of his primary clients and here, the pointillist effect he creates to advertise a fluorescent light bulb is a classic example of the extent of his talent. The diagonal of the bulb itself, the unique handling of the coloring, the typography and the overall feeling of fluorescence make this an exceptional image.
Swann Auction Galleries
Nov. 11, 2007
ORSI (1889-1947)Mistinguett.
Est: $2,500 - $3,000
ORSI (1889-1947) Mistinguett. While other posterists may give us The Miss costumed, jeweled, posed and propped, Orsi shines his spotlight on her face alone: Big green eyes, red hair, pointed chin and unforgettable saucy smile. This prolific posterist whose life is a complete mystery produced a quantity of posters, mostly theatrical and all with strong, eye-catching graphics. Publicité Phogor, Paris
Poster Auctions International Inc
Jun. 28, 2007
JEUX OLYMPIQUES, PARIS 1924
Est: £1,500 - £2,000
ORSI (1889-1947) JEUX OLYMPIQUES, PARIS 1924 lithograph in colours, 1924, condition B; not backed 47 x 31½in. (120 x 80cm.)
Christie's
Jun. 28, 2007
MISTINGUETT
Est: £800 - £1,200
ORSI (1889-1947) MISTINGUETT lithograph in colours, printed by Phogor, Paris, condition B+; backed on linen 61½ x 45in. (157 x 115cm.)
Christie's
May. 11, 2004
ORSI, (1889-1947)
Est: £1,500 - £2,000
JEUX OLYMPIQUES PARIS 1924 lithograph in colours, 1924, printed by Phogor, Paris, condition B+; backed on linen 47 x 31 1/2 in. (119.5 x 80cm.)
Christie's

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