James Rosati Paintings & Artwork for Sale | James Rosati Art Value Price Guide

Jun. 25, 2024
James Rosati (NY/CT, 1912-1988), Upright #2, Corten Steel
Est: $6,000 - $8,000
Property of Richard Hanna & Byron (Steve) Dunham, Chicago and Savannah Description: James Rosati (NY/CT, 1912-1988), Upright #2, Corten Steel, 1975-78, edition 1/3, signed and dated, on a marble base. Provenance: Purchased from Atlanta Art Gallery April 6, 1995, for $8,000. James Rosati was an abstract expressionist sculptor. Rosati was a professional violinist before turning to sculpture in 1934. He was a member of the Eighth Street Club and exhibited alongside friends and fellow artists including Willem de Kooning, Franz Kline, David Smith and Phillip Pavia. He was a Guggenheim Fellowship recipient and the subject of several solo exhibitions in his lifetime. He was a professor at Yale University from 1960-1973 and was a juror for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial design contest. Rosati is best known for his stainless-steel sculpture Ideogram which stood between the Twin Towers in New York City. Monumental sculptures created by Rosati can be found around the world including the Carnegie Museum of Art, the Honolulu Museum of Art, the Museo della Scultural Conremporanea, Matera and many others. Measurements: Height: 72 in. x Width: 12 in. x Depth: 7 in. Condition: Good weathered condition, pitting to metal. Notice to bidders: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the conditions of aging. PHOTOS MAY ALSO ACT AS A CONDITION REPORT. Please review all photos closely prior to bidding. Complete condition reports are available by request, no later than 24 hours prior to the live auction. All lots are offered and sold 'AS IS’, and Everard Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. We do not guarantee the condition of frames. By placing a bid, either in person, by phone, absentee or via the Internet, you signify that you agree to be bound by the conditions of sale. Everard Auctions does not provide any shipping or packing services. We recommend that all potential buyers obtain pack/ship estimates prior to bidding. Please contact us for a list of recommended shippers.
Everard Auctions and Appraisals
Jan. 01, 2024
JAMES ROSATI, UNTITLED, LITHOGRAPH
Est: $450 - $650
Artist: James Rosati, American (1911 - 1988) Title: Untitled Year: 1984 Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil Edition: 84/200 Image Size: 11 x 13.75 inches Frame Size: 17.75 x 21 inches
RoGallery
Mar. 04, 2023
James Rosati Abstract Lithograph, Signed Edition
Est: $100 - $200
Provenance: Private Collection, Palm Beach, Florida.
Palm Beach Modern Auctions
Nov. 17, 2022
James Rosati (1912-1988) Two Forms, 1973 Painted steel 144 x 96 x 72 inches (365
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
James Rosati (1912-1988) Two Forms, 1973 Painted steel 144 x 96 x 72 inches (365.8 x 243.8 x 182.9 cm) Stamped: Rosati - 73 PROVENANCE: Marlborough Gallery, New York; Private collection, New Jersey, acquired from the above, 1975. NOTE: This sculpture is located in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, and is being offered in situ. The buyer will be responsible for making deinstallation and shipping arrangements from this location. HID01801242017
Heritage Auctions
Nov. 17, 2022
JAMES ROSATI Delphi III.
Est: $5,000 - $8,000
JAMES ROSATI Delphi III. Bronze, 1960-61. Edition 2/3. With the artist's initial at the lower edge. Cast by Modern Art Foundry, New York. Provenance: Otto Gerson Gallery, New York; thence to Marlborough. Exhibited: "James Rosati," Edwin A. Ulrich Museum of Art, Wichita State University, Wichita, Kansas, 1985; "James Rosati: Sculptures, Reliefs, and Drawings 1955-88," Marlborough Gallery, New York, March 3- 26, 1988, number 12; "James Rosati Selected Works: 1958-1988," Marlborough Gallery, New York, February 16- March 13, 1999, number 3. Rosati (1911-1988), was an American sculptor mainly associated with Abtract Expressionism and is perhaps best known for his sculptures in stone from the 1960s, and the 1972 stainless steel Ideogram that stood over 23-feet tall on the plaza between the two towers of the World Trade Center in New York.
Swann Auction Galleries
Sep. 29, 2022
James Rosati, Delphi IV
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
James Rosati Delphi IV 1961 bronze 27.5 h × 11 w × 12 d in (70 × 28 × 30 cm) Signed and numbered to top 'JR 1-3'. This work is number 1 from the edition of 3. Provenance: The Artist | Otto Gerson Gallery, New York | Acquired directly from the previous by present owner Exhibited: James Rosati, 1985, Edwin A Ulrich Museum of Art, Wichita State University, Kansas | James Rosati: Sculptures, Reliefs, and Drawings 1955-88, 3 - 26 March 1988, Marlborough Gallery, New York | James Rosati, 1992, Butler Institute of American Art, Youngstown, OH Literature: James Rosati: Sculptures, Reliefs, and Drawings 1955-88, Marlborough Gallery exhibition catalog pg. 16, no. 13 This work will ship from Rago in Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Apr. 17, 2021
James Rosati, Untitled
Est: $200 - $400
James Rosati (1912 - 1988) Untitled lithograph signed lower right: Rosati inscribed both lower left and upper right: To natan with much thanks for your patience 11 x 14 in. (27.94 x 35.56 cm.)
Santa Fe Art Auction
Oct. 07, 2020
JAMES ROSATI (AMERICAN, 1912-1988) UNTITLED GEOMETRIC DRAWING, 1970 Graphite on paper: 7 x 5 1/2 in.
Est: $400 - $600
JAMES ROSATI (AMERICAN, 1912-1988) UNTITLED GEOMETRIC DRAWING, 1970 Graphite on paper: 7 x 5 1/2 in. Framed; verso inscribed and dated: James Rosati 1970 Provenance: Rick Collar Collection
Potomack Company
Oct. 07, 2020
JAMES ROSATI (AMERICAN, 1921-1988) GALLEY CONSTRUCTION, 1958 Artist board construction drawing: 11 1/4 x 11 1/4 in.
Est: $300 - $500
JAMES ROSATI (AMERICAN, 1921-1988) GALLEY CONSTRUCTION, 1958 Artist board construction drawing: 11 1/4 x 11 1/4 in. Framed; verso signed, dated, and titled: Rosati '58 / Galley Construction Provenance: Rick Collar Collection
Potomack Company
Jun. 13, 2020
James Rosati (1912-1988), Ame
Est: -
James Rosati (1912-1988), American sculptor, abstract sculpture, motif in gray on a blue background, mixed media with oil on light cardboard, signed and dedicated lower right, sheet size 48.5 x 32.5 cm, behind pp. 65 x 50 cm
Historia Auctionata
Dec. 07, 2019
James Rosati (1912-1988) : Thrice Mercury
Est: $1,500 - $3,000
Painted composite, unmarked, on a white stone base. 15 x 9 x 9 in. (with base). Sold Sotheby's, NY, October 19, 1995; The Collection of Arthur Brandt.
STAIR
Apr. 25, 2019
James Rosati, Untitled
Est: $300 - $500
James Rosati Untitled 1982 acrylic and colored pencil on paper 14.5 h × 13.5 w in (37 × 34 cm) Signed and dated to lower right 'Rosati 82'. This work is double-sided. Condition of the item is not included in this description. Condition reports are available from Wright upon request. Wright strongly recommends that you review a condition report for each item on which you plan to bid. Email condition@wright20.com to request a condition report.
Wright
Apr. 11, 2018
James Rosati American, 1911-1988 Thrice Mercury
Est: $800 - $1,200
James Rosati American, 1911-1988 Thrice Mercury White stone on white marble base 10 1/2 x 9 x 9 inches Provenance: [Sale] Sotheby''s, New York, Oct. 19, 1995, lot 422
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Mar. 24, 2018
James Rosati (American, 1911-1988)
Est: $500 - $700
Bronze head of a man mounted on marble base with plinth. Signed Modern Art Foundry and initialed on back of neck. Height 21 inches, 12 inches at widest point, base size 8 x 8 inches. Plinth height is 45 inches, width and depth are 12 inches respectively. Provenance: Modern Art Foundry confirmed the artist. The subject is unidentifed. Notice to bidders: Condition reports and additional photographs are provided by request as a courtesy to our clients, as such any condition report is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free of defects, imperfections, restoration, wear and tear, or the effects of aging. Capo Auction shall have no responsibility for any error or omission, additionally all lots are sold 'As Is' and in accordance with the conditions of sale.
Capo Auction
Feb. 24, 2018
James Rosati (American, 1911-1988)
Est: $800 - $1,000
Bronze head of a man mounted on marble base with plinth. Signed Modern Art Foundry and initialed on back of neck. Height 21 inches, 12 inches at widest point, base size 8 x 8 inches. Plinth height is 45 inches, width and depth are 12 inches respectively. Provenance: Modern Art Foundry confirmed the artist. The subject is unidentifed. Notice to bidders: Condition reports and additional photographs are provided by request as a courtesy to our clients, as such any condition report is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free of defects, imperfections, restoration, wear and tear, or the effects of aging. Capo Auction shall have no responsibility for any error or omission, additionally all lots are sold 'As Is' and in accordance with the conditions of sale.
Capo Auction
Nov. 16, 2017
James Rosati (American, 1912-1988) Marble, 1965
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
James Rosati (American, 1912-1988) Untitled white marble sculpture, 1965.
Capsule Gallery Auction
Oct. 13, 2013
JAMES ROSATI, (American, 1912-1988), UNTITLED, c. 1965; metal;, 2 1/4 x 4 x 2 1/2 inches
Est: $800 - $1,200
JAMES ROSATI (American, 1912-1988) UNTITLED c. 1965; metal; signed in pencil Rosati; 2 1/4 x 4 x 2 1/2 inches Provenance: Formerly on loan to the Rose Art Museum, Brandeis University, Waltham, Massachusetts, from the Estate of Florence Grippe.
Grogan & Company
Mar. 23, 2013
James Rosati
Est: $800 - $1,200
(New York/Connecticut, 1912-1988)Three works on paper: sculpture studies, 1973, signed lower right "Jrosati 73", inscribed verso "Fix", crayon on paper, 11 x 14 in., wood frame, [light foxing;] sculpture study, 1973, signed lower right "Jrosati 73", inscribed verso "Fix", crayon on paper, 11 x 14 in., wood frame, [light foxing, staining at left;] sculpture, edition 4/31, signed lower right "James Rosati", embossed print, 9-1/4 x 12-1/2 in. (sight), metal frame Provenance: Private Collection
Brunk Auctions
Mar. 23, 2013
James Rosati
Est: $500 - $1,000
(New York/Connecticut, 1912-1988)Study for Sculpture, dated "7-69", signed lower right and verso "Jrosati", crayon on paper, 10-1/8 x 14 in.; modern frame, taped to verso of mat at seven points, light toning Provenance: Private Collection
Brunk Auctions
Mar. 23, 2013
James Rosati
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
(New York/Connecticut, 1912-1988)Untitled, abstract relief, unsigned, zinc, 40 x 26-3/4 x 3-1/2 in., bent portion, areas of weld separation, weathered, interior with gray paint Provenance: Private Collection
Brunk Auctions
Jan. 13, 2013
James Rosati
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
(New York/Connecticut, 1912-1988)Untitled, Rosati/74-79, rusted steel, wood base, 25 in., light abrasions, water stains on wood base. Provenance: Private Collection
Brunk Auctions
Mar. 02, 2011
James Rosati (AMERICAN, 1912-1988)
Est: -
James Rosati (AMERICAN, 1912-1988) Mercury mullfrax (a silica-alumina compound) 11 x 9½ x 6¾ in. (27.9 x 24.1 x 17.1 cm.), excluding base Executed in 1962.
Christie's
Mar. 01, 2011
James Rosati (AMERICAN, 1912-1988)
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
James Rosati (AMERICAN, 1912-1988) Mercury mullfrax (a silica-alumina compound) 11 x 9½ x 6¾ in. (27.9 x 24.1 x 17.1 cm.), excluding base Executed in 1962.
Christie's
Jul. 10, 2007
Dialogue
Est: $1,800 - $2,500
James Rosati (1912-1988) Dialogue cast bronze mounted to a steel base 8 x 20 x 10½ in. (20.3 x 50.8 x 26.7 cm.) Executed in 1963.
Christie's
Feb. 12, 2004
l - JAMES ROSATI B. 1912
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
inscribed with artist's monogram near the base
Sotheby's