John A Ruthven Sold at Auction Prices

b. 1924 - d. 2020

Outdoorsman John Ruthven was born in Cincinnati, and his later paintings were inspired by the walks he would take on his property in Georgetown. After serving in the U.S. Navy during WW II, he attended the Cincinnati Art Academy. In 1960, a series of John Ruthven prints became part of the Federal Duck Stamp collection. His detailed images of colorful wildlife became his signature, along with the realism of the landscapes that surrounded them.

He was elected in 1966 to the prestigious Society of Animal Artists of New York City. You can find many prints of John Ruthven's drawings online, including images of tigers, buffalo, waterfowl, and portraits of Native Americans. The most popular among John Ruthven's artwork for sale, and those that garnered him the most acclaim, are of North American waterfowl. Browse more remarkable animal prints for sale online at Invaluable to find your next wildlife treasure.

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          • John A Ruthven Bobwhite Early Bird series
            Jul. 23, 2024

            John A Ruthven Bobwhite Early Bird series

            Est: -

            John A Ruthvan early bird series

            Koogler Auctions
          • Rare Hand Crafted & Painted Bird House by John A. Ruthven
            Jul. 20, 2024

            Rare Hand Crafted & Painted Bird House by John A. Ruthven

            Est: $1,000 - $1,500

            John A. Ruthven (Cincinnati, Georgetown, 1924-2020) Hand crafted and painted bird house for a client M.D.W. Roof painted with bees and flies signed John A. Ruthven. Provenance: Collection of Jonas Meyer Karp: Acquired directly form John A. Ruthven in 2006. 9w x 4d x 6 3/8h

            Main Auction Galleries
          • 1960 FEDERAL DUCK STAMP PRINT AND STAMP FRAMED
            Jul. 17, 2024

            1960 FEDERAL DUCK STAMP PRINT AND STAMP FRAMED

            Est: $300 - $500

            John A. Ruthven (American 1924-2020). 1960 Federal duck stamp print, lithograph on paper, ink signed, and titled in the lower right margin, accompanied by duck stamp #rw27. Approximate dimensions: sight h. 7", w. 9.75"; frame h. 16.5", w. 16.125", d. 0.5".

            Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
          • JOHN RUTHVEN CAROLINA PARAKEET LG AQUATINT 1969
            Apr. 14, 2024

            JOHN RUTHVEN CAROLINA PARAKEET LG AQUATINT 1969

            Est: $60 - $100

            Extinct Carolina Parakeet Large Bird Print by John A. Ruthven (1924-2020) (after)Hand-colored aquatint with Norma Gloria Morgan(engraver) and Andersen-Lamb (printer)

            District Auction
          • "Meadowlark" Offset Lithograph by John Ruthven
            Feb. 21, 2024

            "Meadowlark" Offset Lithograph by John Ruthven

            Est: $50 - $75

            John Ruthven (American/Ohio, b. 1924). 27" x 22" (sight).

            Caza Sikes
          • John A Ruthven, 1924-2020, Red Fox, etching
            Jan. 26, 2024

            John A Ruthven, 1924-2020, Red Fox, etching

            Est: $100 - $150

            John A Ruthven 1924-2020 Red Fox etching signed, numbered 154/1000, framed, frame size 43 x 34 inches.

            Link Auction Galleries
          • John A Ruthven, 1924-2020, Wandering Brave, aquatint engraving
            Dec. 15, 2023

            John A Ruthven, 1924-2020, Wandering Brave, aquatint engraving

            Est: $100 - $200

            John A Ruthven 1924-2020 Wandering Brave aquatint engraving limited edition 340/1000. signed. framed. frame size 38 3/4 x 29 3/4

            Link Auction Galleries
          • John A Ruthven, 1924-2020, Ivory-Billed Woodpecker, aquatint engraving
            Dec. 15, 2023

            John A Ruthven, 1924-2020, Ivory-Billed Woodpecker, aquatint engraving

            Est: $300 - $500

            John A Ruthven 1924-2020 Ivory-Billed Woodpecker aquatint engraving limited edition 256/500. original watercolor by john A Ruthven, engraved by Norma Moran, printed by Anderson-Lamb. hand colored. signed lower left. framed. frame size 35 6/8 x 47

            Link Auction Galleries
          • John A Ruthven, 1924-2020, Carolina Paraquets, aquatint engraving
            Dec. 15, 2023

            John A Ruthven, 1924-2020, Carolina Paraquets, aquatint engraving

            Est: $200 - $300

            John A Ruthven 1924-2020 Carolina Paraquets aquatint engraving limited edition 254/500. original water by John A. Ruthven, engraved by Norma Moran, printed by Anderson-Lamb. hand colored. signed lower right. framed. frame size 46 x 33 3/4.

            Link Auction Galleries
          • John A Ruthven, 1924-2020, Grants Zebra, offset lithograpth
            Dec. 15, 2023

            John A Ruthven, 1924-2020, Grants Zebra, offset lithograpth

            Est: $100 - $200

            John A Ruthven 1924-2020 Grants Zebra offset lithograpth limited edition 599/3500. signed lower left. framed. frame size 31 1/2 x 38 1/2.

            Link Auction Galleries
          • John A Ruthven, 1924-2020, Eagle to the Moon, lithograph
            Dec. 15, 2023

            John A Ruthven, 1924-2020, Eagle to the Moon, lithograph

            Est: $200 - $300

            John A Ruthven 1924-2020 Eagle to the Moon lithograph limited edition 150/500. signed lower left. framed. frame size 42 3/4 x 32 3/4.

            Link Auction Galleries
          • John A Ruthven, 1924-2020, Passenger Pigeon, aquatint engrving
            Dec. 15, 2023

            John A Ruthven, 1924-2020, Passenger Pigeon, aquatint engrving

            Est: $100 - $200

            John A Ruthven 1924-2020 Passenger Pigeon aquatint engrving limited edition 256 /500. original watercolor by John A Ruthven, engraved by Norma Morgan, printed by Anderson-Lamb. signed lower right. framed. frame size 49 x 35

            Link Auction Galleries
          • John A. Ruthven Ltd Ed Print Canadian Geese
            Dec. 01, 2023

            John A. Ruthven Ltd Ed Print Canadian Geese

            Est: $75 - $125

            This large print depicts two Canadian geese in flight and it is signed in plate and hand-signed, lower right, and hand-numbered 235/1000, lower left. Exposed area measures approx. 23" x 30".

            Keystone Auctions LLC
          • Eastern Bluebird Engraving by John Ruthven (American, 1924-2020)
            Oct. 27, 2023

            Eastern Bluebird Engraving by John Ruthven (American, 1924-2020)

            Est: $150 - $300

            Eastern Bluebirds Plate VI Limited Edition Engraving on paper Signed and numbered in pencil DeSalles Limited Inc. 1968 Cincinnati Ohio 45206 U.S.A. Lithographed by PC Printing Company John Ruthven (Ohio, 1924-2020) 23.5 x 17.75 inches (sight) 25 x 19.5 inches (frame) Overall good condition.

            Lewis & Grant Auctions
          • Goldfinch Engraving by John Ruthven (American, 1924-2020)
            Oct. 27, 2023

            Goldfinch Engraving by John Ruthven (American, 1924-2020)

            Est: $150 - $300

            Goldfinch Engraving on paper Signed and numbered in pencil Arts in Middletown, Ohio AIM stamp 15 x 12 inches (sight) 23 x 19.5 inches (frame) Overall good condition.

            Lewis & Grant Auctions
          • Downy Woodpeckers Engraving by John Ruthven (American, 1924-2020)
            Oct. 27, 2023

            Downy Woodpeckers Engraving by John Ruthven (American, 1924-2020)

            Est: $150 - $300

            Downy Woodpecker engraving on paper signed and numbered in pencil John Ruthven (Ohio, 1924- 2020) Arts in Middletown Aim Middletown, Ohio Stamp 17 x 14 inches (paper) unframed. Overall good condition. Four small spots of foxing. Two outside of the press two inside. Likely could be matted over right side of engraving.

            Lewis & Grant Auctions
          • Hummingbird Engraving by John Ruthven (American, 1924-2020)
            Oct. 27, 2023

            Hummingbird Engraving by John Ruthven (American, 1924-2020)

            Est: $150 - $250

            Rivoli's Hummingbird, Male & Blue-Throated Hummingbird, Male Engraving on Watermarked Paper Signed and numbered in pencil 15 x 12 inches (sight) 22.5 x 19.5 inches (frame) Overall good condition, central vertical sun bleach discoloration to paper quarter inch wide from top to bottom of paper.

            Lewis & Grant Auctions
          • John A Ruthven (1924-2020) Lithograph (Cincinnati)
            Oct. 22, 2023

            John A Ruthven (1924-2020) Lithograph (Cincinnati)

            Est: $200 - $400

            Lithograph on paper, red fox, signed lower right number 639/1000. Plate II Regal Series. Has Ruthven tag to verso. Housed in barnwood style frame. Image - 32 x 22. Frame 45 1/2 x 35 1/2.

            Main Auction Galleries
          • Ivory Billed Woodpecker Engraving by John Ruthven (1924-2020)
            May. 31, 2023

            Ivory Billed Woodpecker Engraving by John Ruthven (1924-2020)

            Est: $400 - $600

            Ivory Billed Woodpecker  aquatint engraving on paper singed l.l. original watercolour by John A. Ruthven 4/500 Engraved by Norma Moran, printed by Andersen-Lamb New York Published by Wildlife Internationale, Georgetown, Ohio 1974. 25.5 x 34.5 inches (sight) 42 x 52 inches (frame) Overall good condition.

            Lewis & Grant Auctions
          • (3) John Ruthven Lithographs
            May. 06, 2023

            (3) John Ruthven Lithographs

            Est: $50 - $75

            (3) John Ruthven Lithographs: Screech Owls 309/1000, Eastern bluebirds 392/1000, Ruffed Grouse 397/1000. Measure 18 x 24.

            Dana J. Tharp Auctions
          • "Barred Owls" Offset Lithograph by John Ruthven
            Apr. 12, 2023

            "Barred Owls" Offset Lithograph by John Ruthven

            Est: $100 - $150

            John Ruthven (American/Cincinnati, 1924-2020). Offset lithograph on paper, signed in plate and in graphite l.l., numbered to l.r. margin. 16" x 13" (sight), 24" x 21" (framed).

            Caza Sikes
          • BARDSTOWN OF CALUMET FARM PRINT
            Mar. 31, 2023

            BARDSTOWN OF CALUMET FARM PRINT

            Est: $25 - $50

            Signed and numbered. John Ruthven. 20 1/4" by 23 3/4" framed.

            Davis Brothers Auction
          • John Ruthven Lithograph
            Mar. 30, 2023

            John Ruthven Lithograph

            Est: $10 - $10,000

            11" X 10.5" Lithograph, 228/500. Wood Ducks & Azaleas, Birds Of Bellingrath Garden Series. John Ruthven. Signed Lower Left. Framed And Under Glass: 21" X 20.5".

            Berner's Auction Gallery
          • Limited print of Hooded Mergansers Duck by John Ruthven approx. 22" w x 29" h
            Mar. 19, 2023

            Limited print of Hooded Mergansers Duck by John Ruthven approx. 22" w x 29" h

            Est: $50 - $100

            Limited print of Hooded Mergansers Duck by John Ruthven approx. 22" w x 29" h

            South Jersey Auction by Babington Auction Inc.
          • JOHN A. RUTHVEN (AMERICAN, 1924- 2020)
            Feb. 24, 2023

            JOHN A. RUTHVEN (AMERICAN, 1924- 2020)

            Est: $100 - $300

            John A. Ruthven American, 1924- 2020 Bengal Tiger Lithograph, signed in graphite, edition 968/5000 Depicting a Bengal tiger, jaws agape, emerging from the grass, matted in wooden frame.

            Selkirk Auctioneers & Appraisers
          • "Giant Pandas" by John Ruthven
            Feb. 22, 2023

            "Giant Pandas" by John Ruthven

            Est: $50 - $75

            John Ruthven (American, 1924-2020). Offset lithograph on paper, signed in plate and in graphite l.r., numbered and titled in margin. 39" x 31" (framed).

            Caza Sikes
          • John A. Ruthven (1924-2020) Hand Colored Aquatint (Cincy)
            Jan. 28, 2023

            John A. Ruthven (1924-2020) Hand Colored Aquatint (Cincy)

            Est: $200 - $400

            Original hand colored aquatint, "Ivery billed woodpecker" Signed and numbered 196/500. Dated 1974. Image size- 25.375 x 34.75. Frame- 37.5 x 48.75.

            Main Auction Galleries
          • John A. Ruthven (1924-2020) Lithograph (Cincinnati,OH)
            Dec. 17, 2022

            John A. Ruthven (1924-2020) Lithograph (Cincinnati,OH)

            Est: $100 - $300

            Lithograph on woven paper. "On the Hunt". Signe din pencil lower right, titled and numbered5/1000 lower margin. Noth American Series. Image size; 22 x 29, frame; 30.37 x 37.5.

            Main Auction Galleries
          • John A. Ruthven Signed Lithograph of Eastern Bluebirds
            Dec. 03, 2022

            John A. Ruthven Signed Lithograph of Eastern Bluebirds

            Est: $100 - $25,000

            John A. Ruthven (American, 20th C., Member of Prestigious Society of Animal Artists of New York City), Signed Lithograph of Eastern Bluebirds, 893/950, Matted in Gilt Frame. Overall Size: 33.5" High, 28" Wide

            Northgate Gallery Auctions
          • John Ruthven charcoal and conte crayon
            Oct. 22, 2022

            John Ruthven charcoal and conte crayon

            Est: $300 - $500

            John Ruthven (American 1924- ) Two Flying Birds- charcoal and conte crayon on illustration paper, 1979, signed John A. Ruthven 9/16/79 lower right, paper slightly light struck, smudging throughout. 18 x 28''

            Rachel Davis Fine Arts
          • John A. Ruthven (1924-2020) Artist Proof (Cincinnati)
            Aug. 21, 2022

            John A. Ruthven (1924-2020) Artist Proof (Cincinnati)

            Est: $60 - $100

            Artist proof on paper, "Papaw Bandit, Procyon Lotor", signed in pencil lower left, artist proof 11/50 lower left. Image size-19.5 x 13, frame-29.25 x 22.625

            Main Auction Galleries
          • John A. Ruthven (1924-2020) Lithograph (Cincinnati)
            Aug. 21, 2022

            John A. Ruthven (1924-2020) Lithograph (Cincinnati)

            Est: $60 - $100

            Lithograph on woven paper, "Belted Kingfisher Megaceryle Alcyon". Signed in pencil lower right and numbered 1138/2500. Image size-14.25 x 11, Frame-22.75 x 18.75

            Main Auction Galleries
          • Pair of Two Unframed John Ruthven Lithographs
            Jun. 16, 2022

            Pair of Two Unframed John Ruthven Lithographs

            Est: $30 - $50

            One depicting kingfishers numbered 67/300, and one depicting the giant panda, number 4008/5000. Largest sight size: 28.5" ht. x 20.5" wd. Both signed.

            Caza Sikes
          • John Ruthven "Canvasbacks on the Ohio" Lithograph
            Jun. 04, 2022

            John Ruthven "Canvasbacks on the Ohio" Lithograph

            Est: $75 - $100

            John Ruthven "Canvasbacks on the Ohio" Lithograph: Signed and numbered 661/1000. Matted and framed behind glass. Measures 30.5 x 24.5".

            Dana J. Tharp Auctions
          • Snowy Owl John Ruthven Lithograph
            Jun. 04, 2022

            Snowy Owl John Ruthven Lithograph

            Est: $100 - $150

            Snowy Owl John Ruthven Lithograph: Signed and numbered 467/1000. Matted and framed behind glass. Measures 23 x 29"

            Dana J. Tharp Auctions
          • "Autumn on the Au Sable" Framed Print
            Mar. 15, 2022

            "Autumn on the Au Sable" Framed Print

            Est: -

            Signed and numbered by John Ruthven 1872 /1000 24 in x 30 in Will not ship

            Wehrly's Auction Service
          • Collection John Ruthven Wild Animal Lithographs Collection John Ruthven Wild Animal Lithographs. In
            Mar. 12, 2022

            Collection John Ruthven Wild Animal Lithographs Collection John Ruthven Wild Animal Lithographs. In

            Est: $100 - $200

            Collection John Ruthven Wild Animal Lithographs Collection John Ruthven Wild Animal Lithographs. Includes "Bengal Tiger" # 215/900 and "Elephants" # 215/725. Both are pencil signed in lower right corner. Also includes "Raccoon". Largest lithograph measures 30.5 x 21.5 inches. Frame measures 37 inches x 31 inches.

            Greenwich Auction
          • Pair of John Ruthven Signed and Numbered Lithographs
            Feb. 23, 2022

            Pair of John Ruthven Signed and Numbered Lithographs

            Est: $100 - $200

            One depicting Wood Ducks and one depicting the American Bald Eagle, both signed in pencil. Largest framed size: 26" ht. x 32" wd

            Caza Sikes
          • John Ruthven Limited Edition Bald Eagle Lithograph
            Feb. 12, 2022

            John Ruthven Limited Edition Bald Eagle Lithograph

            Est: -

            This Piece Is Signed In The Lower Right. Includes Certificate Of Registration On Back. Numbered 349/776. The Frame Measures Approximately 44in. H X 32in. The Art Measures Approximately 28in. H X 20in. Tm4677 Kb

            EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
          • John Ruthven "Grant's Zebra" Signed Numbered Lithograph
            Jan. 29, 2022

            John Ruthven "Grant's Zebra" Signed Numbered Lithograph

            Est: $100 - $200

            John Ruthven "Grant's Zebra" Signed Numbered Lithograph: Measuring 43.25" x 36.25". Numbered 553/3500

            Dana J. Tharp Auctions
          • Lithograph
            Jan. 23, 2022

            Lithograph

            Est: -

            John Ruthven - "Ducks", Signed & Numbered 1973, Listed Artist

            Hewlett's Antique Auctions
          • John A. Ruthven (1924-2021) Lithograph (Cincinnati)
            Jan. 09, 2022

            John A. Ruthven (1924-2021) Lithograph (Cincinnati)

            Est: $200 - $400

            (2) lithographs on paper, "Red-Headed Wood Pecker" and "Red Bellied Woodpecker" each signed in pencil lower right and numbered 706/1500 and 533/1500. Image size- 14 x 10.5 frame- 24 x 19.75

            Main Auction Galleries
          • John A. Ruthven (1924-2021) Lithograph (Cincinnati)
            Jan. 09, 2022

            John A. Ruthven (1924-2021) Lithograph (Cincinnati)

            Est: $100 - $200

            Lithograph on paper, "Goldfinch" Carduelis Tristis. Signed in pencil and numbered 570/1500. Image size- 13.75 x 11, frame- 22 x 18.5

            Main Auction Galleries
          • John A. Ruthven (1924-2021) Lithograph (Cincinnati)
            Jan. 09, 2022

            John A. Ruthven (1924-2021) Lithograph (Cincinnati)

            Est: $100 - $200

            Lithograph on paper, "Killdeer, Charadrius Vociferus" signed in pencil lower right and numbered 711/2000. Image size- 13.75 x 11 frame- 20.5 x 17.5

            Main Auction Galleries
          • Bobwhite Quail Litho Pencil Signed by John Ruthven
            Dec. 11, 2021

            Bobwhite Quail Litho Pencil Signed by John Ruthven

            Est: -

            33x31

            R & R Auction INC
          • "Bengal Tiger" by John Ruthven
            Dec. 08, 2021

            "Bengal Tiger" by John Ruthven

            Est: $50 - $75

            John Ruthven (American/Cincinnati, 1924-2020). Offset lithograph on paper, signed in graphite and numbered in margin. 20.5" x 19" (framed).

            Caza Sikes
          • Three Framed Lithographs by John Ruthven
            Dec. 08, 2021

            Three Framed Lithographs by John Ruthven

            Est: $100 - $200

            One "Snowy Owl" numbered 565/1000, one Eastern Wild Turkey numbered 21/1000, and one Union Terminal numbered 304/1000. All signed by Ruthven in pencil. Largest framed size is the Wild Turkey: 26" ht. x 32" wd.

            Caza Sikes
          • John A. Ruthven Ltd Ed Print Canadian Geese
            Nov. 19, 2021

            John A. Ruthven Ltd Ed Print Canadian Geese

            Est: $75 - $125

            This large print depicts two Canadian geese in flight and it is signed in plate and hand-signed, lower right, and hand-numbered 235/1000, lower left. Exposed area measures approx. 23" x 30".

            Keystone Auctions LLC
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