George Sottung Paintings & Artwork for Sale | George Sottung Art Value Price Guide

Dec. 30, 2023
George Sottung (IL,1927-1999) gouache painting
Est: $425 - $525
ARTIST: George Sottung (Illinois, 1927 - 1999) NAME: Landscape Micronesia, Kosrae - Sleeping Lady Mountain YEAR: 1993 MEDIUM: gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 18 x 23 inches / 45 x 58 cm BOARD SIZE: 22 x 28 inches / 55 x 71 cm SIGNATURE: unsigned but has artist's stamp lower right NOTE: This painting is the original painting which was published on the Federated States of Micronesia First Day Cover for the 29c Tourism Sites of Kosrae stamp issued February 11, 1994. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 118688 US Shipping $75 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Sottung is known for his work as an illustrator on U.S stamps. This seems to be the artist experimenting like everyone else in the 1960's.Artist is a graduate of the Art Institute of Chicago and long time chief staff artist at the Chicago.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Sep. 10, 2023
George Sottung (IL,1927-1999) gouache painting
Est: $425 - $525
ARTIST: George Sottung (Illinois, 1927 - 1999) NAME: Landscape Micronesia, Kosrae - Sleeping Lady Mountain YEAR: 1993 MEDIUM: gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 18 x 23 inches / 45 x 58 cm BOARD SIZE: 22 x 28 inches / 55 x 71 cm SIGNATURE: unsigned but has artist's stamp lower right NOTE: This painting is the original painting which was published on the Federated States of Micronesia First Day Cover for the 29c Tourism Sites of Kosrae stamp issued February 11, 1994. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 118688 US Shipping $75 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Sottung is known for his work as an illustrator on U.S stamps. This seems to be the artist experimenting like everyone else in the 1960's.Artist is a graduate of the Art Institute of Chicago and long time chief staff artist at the Chicago.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jun. 11, 2023
George Sottung (IL,1927-1999) gouache painting
Est: $425 - $550
ARTIST: George Sottung (Illinois, 1927 - 1999) NAME: Landscape Micronesia, Kosrae - Sleeping Lady Mountain YEAR: 1993 MEDIUM: gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 18 x 23 inches / 45 x 58 cm BOARD SIZE: 22 x 28 inches / 55 x 71 cm SIGNATURE: unsigned but has artist's stamp lower right NOTE: This painting is the original painting which was published on the Federated States of Micronesia First Day Cover for the 29c Tourism Sites of Kosrae stamp issued February 11, 1994. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 118688 US Shipping $75 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Sottung is known for his work as an illustrator on U.S stamps. This seems to be the artist experimenting like everyone else in the 1960's.Artist is a graduate of the Art Institute of Chicago and long time chief staff artist at the Chicago.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jun. 04, 2023
George Sottung (1927 - 1999) Operation Crossroads
Est: $100 - $1,000
George Sottung (American, 1927 - 1999) "Operation Crossroads at Bikini Atoll - "Able" Signed lower left. Original Oil painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting appeared on the Republic of the Marshall Islands 32+8c "Able" stamp issued July 1, 1996. On July 1, 1946, the first of many nuclear tests was performed at Bikini Atoll. Codenamed "Able," this atomic explosion was comparable to those that occurred at Hiroshima and Nagasaki a year earlier. A B-29 -- Dave's Dream -- piloted by Major Woodrow P. Swancutt, was to drop the bomb over the battleship Nevada, moored in the center of the target array. Deployed at 9:00 a.m., the bomb exploded at the correct altitude of 500 feet, but it was off-target by about 2,000 feet and detonated above the attack transport Gilliam. The explosion sank five large vessels and damaged a number of others. The incredible blast generated extremely hot temperatures and created a shock wave that traveled with an initial velocity of more than a mile a second. A gaseous ball of fire rose, creating a mushroom cloud that reached a height of more than 8,000 feet in only 30 seconds. As the cloud cooled, condensed water that had been absorbed into the cloud or vaporized by the explosion created a light, radioactive rain over Bikini. Image Size: 12.5 x 16.75 in. Overall Size: 16.5 x 20.75 in. Unframed. (B15406)
Helmuth Stone
Mar. 12, 2023
George Sottung (IL,1927-1999) gouache painting
Est: $450 - $600
ARTIST: George Sottung (Illinois, 1927 - 1999) NAME: Landscape Micronesia, Kosrae - Sleeping Lady Mountain YEAR: 1993 MEDIUM: gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 18 x 23 inches / 45 x 58 cm BOARD SIZE: 22 x 28 inches / 55 x 71 cm SIGNATURE: unsigned but has artist's stamp lower right NOTE: This painting is the original painting which was published on the Federated States of Micronesia First Day Cover for the 29c Tourism Sites of Kosrae stamp issued February 11, 1994. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 118688 US Shipping $75 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Sottung is known for his work as an illustrator on U.S stamps. This seems to be the artist experimenting like everyone else in the 1960's.Artist is a graduate of the Art Institute of Chicago and long time chief staff artist at the Chicago.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Dec. 18, 2022
George Sottung (IL,1927-1999) gouache painting
Est: $475 - $625
ARTIST: George Sottung (Illinois, 1927 - 1999) NAME: Landscape Micronesia, Kosrae - Sleeping Lady Mountain YEAR: 1993 MEDIUM: gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 18 x 23 inches / 45 x 58 cm BOARD SIZE: 22 x 28 inches / 55 x 71 cm SIGNATURE: unsigned but has artist's stamp lower right NOTE: This painting is the original painting which was published on the Federated States of Micronesia First Day Cover for the 29c Tourism Sites of Kosrae stamp issued February 11, 1994. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 118688 US Shipping $75 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Sottung is known for his work as an illustrator on U.S stamps. This seems to be the artist experimenting like everyone else in the 1960's.Artist is a graduate of the Art Institute of Chicago and long time chief staff artist at the Chicago.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Sep. 11, 2022
George Sottung (IL,1927-1999) gouache painting
Est: $500 - $650
ARTIST: George Sottung (Illinois, 1927 - 1999) NAME: Landscape Micronesia, Kosrae - Sleeping Lady Mountain YEAR: 1993 MEDIUM: gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 18 x 23 inches / 45 x 58 cm BOARD SIZE: 22 x 28 inches / 55 x 71 cm SIGNATURE: unsigned but has artist's stamp lower right NOTE: This painting is the original painting which was published on the Federated States of Micronesia First Day Cover for the 29c Tourism Sites of Kosrae stamp issued February 11, 1994. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 118688 US Shipping $75 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Sottung is known for his work as an illustrator on U.S stamps. This seems to be the artist experimenting like everyone else in the 1960's.Artist is a graduate of the Art Institute of Chicago and long time chief staff artist at the Chicago.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jun. 12, 2022
George Sottung (IL,1927-1999) gouache painting
Est: $525 - $675
ARTIST: George Sottung (Illinois, 1927 - 1999) NAME: Landscape Micronesia, Kosrae - Sleeping Lady Mountain YEAR: 1993 MEDIUM: gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 18 x 23 inches / 45 x 58 cm BOARD SIZE: 22 x 28 inches / 55 x 71 cm SIGNATURE: unsigned but has artist's stamp lower right NOTE: This painting is the original painting which was published on the Federated States of Micronesia First Day Cover for the 29c Tourism Sites of Kosrae stamp issued February 11, 1994. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 118688 US Shipping $75 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Sottung is known for his work as an illustrator on U.S stamps. This seems to be the artist experimenting like everyone else in the 1960's.Artist is a graduate of the Art Institute of Chicago and long time chief staff artist at the Chicago.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Mar. 13, 2022
George Sottung (IL,1927-1999) gouache painting
Est: $550 - $700
ARTIST: George Sottung (Illinois, 1927 - 1999) NAME: Landscape Micronesia, Kosrae - Sleeping Lady Mountain YEAR: 1993 MEDIUM: gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 18 x 23 inches / 45 x 58 cm BOARD SIZE: 22 x 28 inches / 55 x 71 cm SIGNATURE: unsigned but has artist's stamp lower right NOTE: This painting is the original painting which was published on the Federated States of Micronesia First Day Cover for the 29c Tourism Sites of Kosrae stamp issued February 11, 1994. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 118688 US Shipping $75 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Sottung is known for his work as an illustrator on U.S stamps. This seems to be the artist experimenting like everyone else in the 1960's.Artist is a graduate of the Art Institute of Chicago and long time chief staff artist at the Chicago.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Feb. 27, 2022
George Sottung (1927 - 1999) "Navy Preparations"
Est: $250 - $500
George Sottung (American, 1927 - 1999) "Operation Crossroads at Bikini Atoll - Navy Preparations" Signed lower left. Original Oil painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting is the original painting which appeared on the Republic of the Marshall Islands 32+8c Navy Preparations stamp issued July 1, 1996. After the destruction of Hiroshima and Nagasaki by the atom bomb in August 1945, U.S. military leaders were worried about the future implications of this new weapon. Hiroshima and Nagasaki had demonstrated what atomic bombs could do, but the U.S. Navy was concerned about the devastating effects such weapons might have on naval targets. Thus, the primary objective of Operation Crossroads -- commanded by Navy Vice Admiral William Henry Purnell Blandy -- was to analyze the effects of atomic explosions against naval vessels, as well as appraise strategic implications in regard to naval design and tactics. In the spring of 1946, the 53rd Naval Construction Battalion prepared Bikini for atomic testing and for the arrival of thousands of military personnel. Several 70-foot steel towers were erected and mounted with lead-lined remote-control cameras and blast pressure gauges. Dozens of huts, workshops and recreational facilities were installed on Bikini, as well as a water distillation system and an aerological station. Image Size: 12.5 x 16.5 in. Overall Size: 17.5 x 19.75 in. Unframed. (B15405)
Helmuth Stone
Jan. 09, 2022
GEORGE SOTTUNG (1927 - 1999) OPERATION CROSSROADS
Est: $200 - $400
George Sottung (American, 1927 - 1999) "Operation Crossroads at Bikini Atoll - "Able" Signed lower left. Original Oil painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting appeared on the Republic of the Marshall Islands 32+8c "Able" stamp issued July 1, 1996. On July 1, 1946, the first of many nuclear tests was performed at Bikini Atoll. Codenamed "Able," this atomic explosion was comparable to those that occurred at Hiroshima and Nagasaki a year earlier. A B-29 -- Dave's Dream -- piloted by Major Woodrow P. Swancutt, was to drop the bomb over the battleship Nevada, moored in the center of the target array. Deployed at 9:00 a.m., the bomb exploded at the correct altitude of 500 feet, but it was off-target by about 2,000 feet and detonated above the attack transport Gilliam. The explosion sank five large vessels and damaged a number of others. The incredible blast generated extremely hot temperatures and created a shock wave that traveled with an initial velocity of more than a mile a second. A gaseous ball of fire rose, creating a mushroom cloud that reached a height of more than 8,000 feet in only 30 seconds. As the cloud cooled, condensed water that had been absorbed into the cloud or vaporized by the explosion created a light, radioactive rain over Bikini. Image Size: 12.5 x 16.75 in. Overall Size: 16.5 x 20.75 in. Unframed. (B15406)
Helmuth Stone
Dec. 12, 2021
George Sottung (IL,1927-1999) gouache painting
Est: $600 - $750
ARTIST: George Sottung (Illinois, 1927 - 1999) NAME: Landscape Micronesia, Kosrae - Sleeping Lady Mountain YEAR: 1993 MEDIUM: gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 18 x 23 inches / 45 x 58 cm BOARD SIZE: 22 x 28 inches / 55 x 71 cm SIGNATURE: unsigned but has artist's stamp lower right NOTE: This painting is the original painting which was published on the Federated States of Micronesia First Day Cover for the 29c Tourism Sites of Kosrae stamp issued February 11, 1994. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 118688 US Shipping $75 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Sottung is known for his work as an illustrator on U.S stamps. This seems to be the artist experimenting like everyone else in the 1960's.Artist is a graduate of the Art Institute of Chicago and long time chief staff artist at the Chicago.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Oct. 14, 2021
George Sottung, (American, 1927-1999), Dreamers of the American Dream, 1957, gouache with collage element on board, 12 7/8" x 18"
Est: $300 - $500
George Sottung (American, 1927-1999) Dreamers of the American Dream, 1957 gouache with collage element on board signed verso 12 7/8" x 18" Catalog Note: This collage was originally done for the cover of the Sunday Chicago Tribune "Books Today" supplement of 27 October 1957, which featured the book, Dreamers of the American Dream by Stuart Hollbrook.
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Sep. 26, 2021
George Sottung (1927 - 1999) "Kosrae" Original
Est: $250 - $450
George Sottung (American, 1927 - 1999) "Tourism Sites of Kosrae - Walung" Stamp signed lower right. Original Oil painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting is the original painting which was published on the Federated States of Micronesia First Day Cover for the 40c Tourism Sites of Kosrae stamp issued February 11, 1994. At the easternmost limits of the Federated States of Micronesia lies the island of Kosrae. Its jungle-covered volcanic peaks rise majestically above the sparkling waters of the Pacific Ocean. On the opposite side of the island, the palm-fringed beach of Walung stretches along Kosrae's western coast. Seemingly untouched by time -- this bit of paradise currently has no stores, roads or electricity. Image Size: 13.75 x 18.25 in. Overall Size: 18 x 23.25 in. Unframed. (B14591)
Helmuth Stone
Sep. 26, 2021
George Sottung (1927-1999) "Sokehs Rock" Original
Est: $350 - $700
George Sottung (American, 1927 - 1999) "Tourism Site in Pohnpei - Sokehs Rock" Signed lower right. Original Oil painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting is the original painting which was published on the Federated States of Micronesia First Day Cover for the 29c Tourism Sites of Pohnpei stamp issued October 5, 1993. Known as the "Diamond Head of Micronesia," Sokehs Rock rises 662 feet over Pohnpei's harbor. A natural beacon for seagoing vessels, this impressive promontory beckons visitors to scale its basalt face. Those who reach the top are rewarded with a magnificent vista of Sokehs Island and the rest of Pohnpei. In 1977, an adventurous soul attempted to fly his hang-glider from the top of Sokehs Rock, destined for either Takatik Island or a nearby causeway. Just as he became airborne, the winds abruptly changed course, slamming the unsuspecting pilot and his craft against the face of the rock. Fortunately the flyer recovered from this mishap and today his experience serves as a caution to thrill-seekers contemplating leaps of their own. Less daring tourists opt for a relaxing boat ride that offers several dramatic views of the majestic rock. In addition to its prominence as a point of interest, Sokehs Rock also played a role in Pohnpei's history. In 1910, dissidents fled to the top of the rock seeking refuge from German government troops during the Sokehs Rebellion, Pohnpei's last battle against foreign rule. Image Size: 19.25 x 25 in. Overall Size: 22 x 30 in. Unframed. (B14533)
Helmuth Stone
Sep. 12, 2021
George Sottung (IL,1927-1999) gouache painting
Est: $600 - $750
ARTIST: George Sottung (Illinois, 1927 - 1999) NAME: Landscape Micronesia, Kosrae - Sleeping Lady Mountain YEAR: 1993 MEDIUM: gouache on board CONDITION: Excellent. SIGHT SIZE: 18 x 23 inches / 45 x 58 cm BOARD SIZE: 22 x 28 inches / 55 x 71 cm SIGNATURE: unsigned but has artist's stamp lower right NOTE: This painting is the original painting which was published on the Federated States of Micronesia First Day Cover for the 29c Tourism Sites of Kosrae stamp issued February 11, 1994. PROVENANCE: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 118688 US Shipping $75 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Sottung is known for his work as an illustrator on U.S stamps. This seems to be the artist experimenting like everyone else in the 1960's.Artist is a graduate of the Art Institute of Chicago and long time chief staff artist at the Chicago.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Apr. 18, 2021
George Sottung (1927 - 1999) "Sleeping Lady Mounta
Est: $350 - $700
George Sottung (American, 1927 - 1999) "Tourism Sites of Kosrae - Sleeping Lady Mountain" Artist stamp lower right. Original Oil painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting is the original painting which was published on the Federated States of Micronesia First Day Cover for the 29c Tourism Sites of Kosrae stamp issued February 11, 1994. At the easternmost limits of the Federated States of Micronesia lies the island of Kosrae. Its jungle-covered volcanic peaks rise majestically above the sparkling waters of the Pacific Ocean. One of the most breathtaking views of the island is best seen from offshore. From that viewpoint, the aptly-named Sleeping Lady Mountain resembles the silhouette of a reclining woman. One of the many legends tied to this fascinating mountain states that this formation was created at the beginning of time by powerful gods. Image Size: 18.25 x 23.5 in. Overall Size: 22 x 27.75 in. Unframed. (B14592)
Helmuth Stone
Apr. 18, 2021
George Sottung (1927 - 1999) "Navy Preparations"
Est: $350 - $700
George Sottung (American, 1927 - 1999) "Operation Crossroads at Bikini Atoll - Navy Preparations" Signed lower left. Original Oil painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting is the original painting which appeared on the Republic of the Marshall Islands 32+8c Navy Preparations stamp issued July 1, 1996. After the destruction of Hiroshima and Nagasaki by the atom bomb in August 1945, U.S. military leaders were worried about the future implications of this new weapon. Hiroshima and Nagasaki had demonstrated what atomic bombs could do, but the U.S. Navy was concerned about the devastating effects such weapons might have on naval targets. Thus, the primary objective of Operation Crossroads -- commanded by Navy Vice Admiral William Henry Purnell Blandy -- was to analyze the effects of atomic explosions against naval vessels, as well as appraise strategic implications in regard to naval design and tactics. In the spring of 1946, the 53rd Naval Construction Battalion prepared Bikini for atomic testing and for the arrival of thousands of military personnel. Several 70-foot steel towers were erected and mounted with lead-lined remote-control cameras and blast pressure gauges. Dozens of huts, workshops and recreational facilities were installed on Bikini, as well as a water distillation system and an aerological station. Image Size: 12.5 x 16.5 in. Overall Size: 17.5 x 19.75 in. Unframed. (B15405)
Helmuth Stone
Feb. 21, 2021
George Sottung (1927 - 1999) "Kosrae"
Est: $350 - $700
George Sottung (American, 1927 - 1999) "Tourism Sites of Kosrae - Walung" Stamp signed lower right. Original Oil painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting is the original painting which was published on the Federated States of Micronesia First Day Cover for the 40c Tourism Sites of Kosrae stamp issued February 11, 1994. At the easternmost limits of the Federated States of Micronesia lies the island of Kosrae. Its jungle-covered volcanic peaks rise majestically above the sparkling waters of the Pacific Ocean. On the opposite side of the island, the palm-fringed beach of Walung stretches along Kosrae's western coast. Seemingly untouched by time -- this bit of paradise currently has no stores, roads or electricity. Image Size: 13.75 x 18.25 in. Overall Size: 18 x 23.25 in. Unframed. (B14591)
Helmuth Stone
Feb. 21, 2021
George Sottung (1927 - 1999) "Malcolm X"
Est: $300 - $500
George Sottung (American, 1927 - 1999) "Malcolm X" Signed lower left. Original Oil painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting is the original painting which appeared on the Fleetwood First Day Cover of the 33c Malcolm X stamp issued January 20, 1999. On May 19, 1925, Malcolm Little was born in Omaha, Nebraska. When he was six years old, his father was murdered by white vigilantes. Dropping out of eighth grade, Malcolm turned to street crime and at the age of 21 was arrested for burglary and sentenced to prison. During this period Malcolm was greatly influenced by the teachings of Elijah Muhammad, leader of the Lost-Found Nation of Islam or Black Muslims. He emerged from his seven years of incarceration with a newfound sense of purpose and a name that reflected this. Believing his surname was a legacy of slavery, Malcolm replaced it with an "X" in honor of his lost African heritage. After meeting with Muhammad, Malcolm was placed in charge of Mosque No. 7 in New York, where his fiery charisma, high intelligence and eloquent oratorical skills won him many followers. He preached that black people should separate themselves culturally, politically, physically and psychologically from white Western civilization. After making a pilgrimage to Mecca, however, Malcolm changed his views on race relations and adopted a more tolerant stance. On March 8, 1964, Malcolm severed his ties with the Nation of Islam. Three months later, he established the Organization of Afro-American Unity to promote black equality without separation from the white community. On February 21, 1965, Malcolm was fatally shot while preparing to give a speech. Today, his maxims of self-reliance, self-respect and economic empowerment continue to be an inspiration for many Americans. Image Size: 15.25 x 13.25 in. Overall Size: 22.25 x 20 in. Unframed. (B16289)
Helmuth Stone
Feb. 21, 2021
George Sottung (1927 - 1999) "Kepirohi Falls"
Est: $500 - $1,000
George Sottung (American, 1927 - 1999) "Tourism Site of Pohnpei - Kepirohi Falls" Signed upper left. Original Oil painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting was originally published on the Federated States of Micronesia First Day Cover for the 29c Tourism Sites in Pohnpei stamp issued October 5, 1993. A popular tourism site in Pohnpei is the falls of Kepirohi. Beautiful rushing waters cascade from a 70-foot drop into a lovely freshwater pool at the waterfall's base. Approximately 25 miles from Kolonia, this breathtaking scene is one of the most visited and photographed attractions in Micronesia. Image Size: 17.5 x 14.5 in. Overall Size: 20 x 17.25 in. Unframed. (B14469)
Helmuth Stone
Nov. 28, 2020
George Sottung Print On Board
Est: -
George Sottung " Childhood Days" In Overall Used Condition. Frame Measures Approximately 20in X 23in. Art Measures Approximately 19in X 23in. Tm6123 Zh
EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Oct. 04, 2020
George Sottung (1927 - 1999) Operation Crossroads
Est: $250 - $450
George Sottung (American, 1927 - 1999) "Operation Crossroads at Bikini Atoll - "Able"" Signed lower left. Original Oil painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting appeared on the Republic of the Marshall Islands 32+8c "Able" stamp issued July 1, 1996. On July 1, 1946, the first of many nuclear tests was performed at Bikini Atoll. Codenamed "Able," this atomic explosion was comparable to those that occurred at Hiroshima and Nagasaki a year earlier. A B-29 -- Dave's Dream -- piloted by Major Woodrow P. Swancutt, was to drop the bomb over the battleship Nevada, moored in the center of the target array. Deployed at 9:00 a.m., the bomb exploded at the correct altitude of 500 feet, but it was off-target by about 2,000 feet and detonated above the attack transport Gilliam. The explosion sank five large vessels and damaged a number of others. The incredible blast generated extremely hot temperatures and created a shock wave that traveled with an initial velocity of more than a mile a second. A gaseous ball of fire rose, creating a mushroom cloud that reached a height of more than 8,000 feet in only 30 seconds. As the cloud cooled, condensed water that had been absorbed into the cloud or vaporized by the explosion created a light, radioactive rain over Bikini. Image Size: 12.5 x 16.75 in. Overall Size: 16.5 x 20.75 in. Unframed. (B15406)
Helmuth Stone
Aug. 23, 2020
George Sottung (1927 - 1999) "Wildlife"
Est: $300 - $600
George Sottung (American, 1927 - 1999) "Wildlife At a Mountain Lake" Signed lower right. Original Oil painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This artwork originally appeared on the Fleetwood Mint Stamps of the World Collectors Panel for the U.N. Economic Commission for Europe stamps issued March 15, 1991. In addition to breathtaking scenery, mountains have a major impact on the climate and state of civilization in the regions in which they are found. Mountains catch prevailing winds, and terrain on the windward side of mountains receives plentiful rainfall, while terrain on the leeward side is more arid. The colder climate of mountainous areas is less conducive to large human populations or agriculture, and therefore mountain habitats produce a diversity of flora and fauna. Their tundra regions provide short grazing grasses which feed wild goats and sheep, while mountain ponds teem with fish, beaver and marten. The coniferous forests provide safe havens for birds, squirrels and deer while furnishing through photosyntheses rich supplies of life-giving oxygen. Mountains and their surrounding terrain provide some of Earth's most majestic vistas, support a variety of wildlife and remain vitally important to the planet's environmental health. Image Size: 16.25 x 12.25 in. Overall Size: 19.25 x 17.25 in. Unframed. (B13159)
Helmuth Stone
Aug. 23, 2020
George Sottung (1927 - 1999) Operation Crossroads
Est: $250 - $450
George Sottung (American, 1927 - 1999) "Operation Crossroads at Bikini Atoll - "Baker"" Signed lower left. Original oil painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting originally appeared on the Republic of the Marshall Islands 32+8c "Baker" stamp issued July 1, 1996. The first underwater nuclear test occurred when the "Baker" bomb was detonated on July 25, 1946, at Bikini Atoll. The primary objective of this test was to analyze the effect of a nuclear explosion on naval vessels. Outdated U.S. Navy ships and captured German and Japanese World War II vessels were brought into Bikini lagoon. Encased in a watertight steel caisson, the bomb was suspended 90 feet below the landing ship LSM-60. Radio signals from a command ship closed circuits that armed and then detonated the bomb at 8:45 a.m. A massive column of steam and water erupted from the lagoon, and the explosion created a series of huge waves that struck the target ships. Less than a second after detonation, the first wave -- more than 90 feet high -- crashed into the Carrier Saratoga and the Battleship Arkansas. The Saratoga was swept 800 yards from its mooring point and sank eight hours after the explosion. The Arkansas sank almost immediately, as did the submarines Pilotfish, Apogon, Shipjack and the fuel barge YO-160. Image Size: 13.75 x 16 in. Overall Size: 17.25 x 21 in. Unframed. (B15407)
Helmuth Stone
Jul. 05, 2020
George Sottung (1927 - 1999) Louis Armstrong
Est: $350 - $700
George Sottung (American, 1927 - 1999) "Louis Armstrong" Signed lower left. Original Oil painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting was published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the U.S. 32c Louis Armstrong stamp issued September 1, 1995. If Jack Armstrong was the "all-American boy," Louis Armstrong certainly deserves the title "all-American musician." The jazz trumpeter and singer nicknamed "Satchmo" (a shortened form of "Satchel Mouth") was born in New Orleans in 1900 or 1901 and moved to Chicago in 1922. It wasn't long before Armstrong had set the conventional blues and jazz establishment on its proverbial ear. Forsaking the traditional New Orleans sound that saw trumpet, clarinet and trombone playing second fiddle to the needs of a larger ensemble, Armstrong's innovative style stressed individual virtuosity and became the rage among blues aficionados. But Armstrong's talents didn't end with his personal mastery of the trumpet. He's credited with creating "scat" vocals, where the human voice is used in place of instruments to improvise melody without uttering actual words. "Satchmo" even sang tunes with real words like Hello Dolly!, which in 1964 displaced the Beatles from the top spot on the list of best-selling recordings. Armstrong also appeared in other Hollywood movies including Pennies from Heaven, The Glenn Miller Story and High Society. In his later years, popular around the world, Armstrong became an unofficial ambassador for the U.S. State Department, performing in various Eastern Bloc nations and in Africa to the delight of millions. Image Size: 14.25 x 12.25 in. Overall Size: 21.25 x 19 in. Unframed. (B15147)
Helmuth Stone
Jul. 05, 2020
George Sottung (1927 - 1999) "Jazz Music Legends"
Est: $350 - $700
George Sottung (American, 1927 - 1999) "Jazz Music Legends Band" Signed lower left. Original Oil painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting was published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the U.S. 29c Jazz Music stamp issued September 17, 1994. Derived from the term "blue note," a flatted third or seventh note in a chord where a major interval would be expected, the Blues is an offshoot of pre-Civil War ballads of work and sorrow. Eventually the music acquired a recognizable pattern characterized by a slow tempo and mournful melody. Among those credited with perpetuating the Blues are Ma Rainey, Billy Holiday, Howlin' Wolf and Muddy Waters. Jazz, another form of music that originated in America, was first played in the United States during the late 1800s. One of its most distinctive attributes is the use of improvisation, allowing singers and musicians to spontaneously perform their own versions of small segments of a Jazz song. Recording artists Mildred Bailey and Bessie Smith are just two of the pioneers who made great strides in the development of this truly American form of music. Image Size: 15 x 13.25 in. Overall Size: 22 x 19.25 in. Unframed. (B14803)
Helmuth Stone
Jul. 06, 2013
George Sottung painting of a nun rocking babies to sleep
Est: $400 - $600
George Sottung, 1927-1999, American, oil on canvas of a nun rocking two babies, signed lower right, "George Sottung," 24" x 18", unframed.
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