Ruskin Spear Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Ruskin Spear Art Value Price Guide

Nov. 27, 2024
Ruskin Spear R.A. (British, 1911-1990) Mrs William Enderby with Roo
Est: £1,500 - £2,000
Ruskin Spear R.A. (British, 1911-1990) Mrs William Enderby with Roo signed and dated 'RUSKIN SPEAR 35' (lower left) oil on canvas 76 x 63.5cm (29 15/16 x 25in).
Bonhams
Oct. 01, 2024
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) A preparatory study of Fulham Football Club charcoal 50 x 68.5cm A preparatory sketch for lot 66. Provenance: The David and Pam McCleave Collection of Modern British Art. Condition Report: Framed: 71 x 88cm A little time staining with some light smudging. Small crease mark. A fold mark to the upper right edge. There appears to be a large repaired tear to the lower left quarter, please refer to illustration. Not viewed out of glazed frame.
Sworders
Oct. 01, 2024
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £20,000 - £30,000
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) The Fulham Football Club oil on board 115 x 143cm Fulham Football Club was founded in 1879 and is London's oldest professional football club. They have played home games at Craven Cottage, Fulham, West London, since 1896 - close to where Ruskin Spear lived in Hammersmith. The club competes in the Premier League, the top tier of English football, and is owned by the Pakistani-American billionaire businessman, Shahid Khan. Provenance: The David and Pam McCleave Collection of Modern British Art. Condition Report: Framed: 132 x 160cm Appears to be in good condition and ready to hang. Not examined under UV light, for a full report please contact the department.
Sworders
Oct. 01, 2024
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £250 - £350
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) 'A Thin Edge', 1989 lithograph in colours, signed 'Ruskin Spear' in pencil l.r., inscribed with title and numbered '99/175', with blind stamp sheet 45.5 x 106.5cm Provenance: The David and Pam McCleave Collection of Modern British Art. Condition Report: Framed: 55 x 116cm The print appears to be stuck down. A little cockling with some small thunderbugs trapped behind the glazing. The print is crisp and the colours are bright. Not viewed out of frame.
Sworders
Oct. 01, 2024
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £3,000 - £5,000
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) 'A Thin Edge', 1989 oil on board 20.5 x 61cm Provenance: The David and Pam McCleave Collection of Modern British Art. Condition Report: Framed: 31 x 72cm Appears to be in good condition. Well presented and ready to hang. Not examined under UV light or viewed out of glazed frame. For a full report please contact the department.
Sworders
Oct. 01, 2024
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £3,000 - £4,000
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) 'The Boxers' signed 'Ruskin Spear' l.r., oil on board 76 x 63cm, unframed Provenance: The Alton Gallery, London; The David and Pam McCleave Collection of Modern British Art. Condition Report: Light surface scuffs and scratches. A couple of extremely tiny losses. Overall presents well. Not examined under UV light, for a full report please contact the department.
Sworders
Oct. 01, 2024
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £4,000 - £6,000
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) 'Pot Black' signed 'Ruskin Spear' l.r., inscribed with title on label verso, oil on board 41 x 56cm Provenance: The David and Pam McCleave Collection of Modern British Art. Condition Report: Framed: 41 x 56cm Appears to be in good order. There is a light abrasion to the wall above the player's head and it is unclear if this is original. Not examined under UV light, for a full report please contact the department.
Sworders
Oct. 01, 2024
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £3,000 - £5,000
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) Alex 'Hurricane' Higgins taking a shot signed 'Ruskin Spear' u.l., oil on board 38 x 46cm Provenance: The David and Pam McCleave Collection of Modern British Art. Condition Report: Framed: 38.5 x 46cm Appears to be in good condition. Not examined under UV light, for a full report please contact the department.
Sworders
Oct. 01, 2024
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £5,000 - £7,000
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) 'One of the Regulars' signed 'Ruskin Spear' l.r., oil on board 82 x 64cm Provenance: The David and Pam McCleave Collection of Modern British Art. Exhibited: Royal Academy Summer Exhibition, 1988, catalogue no. 12. Condition Report: Framed: 92 x 74cm Some small scattered losses and light surface dirt however presents well overall. Not examined under UV light or viewed out of glazed frame. For a full report please contact the department.
Sworders
Oct. 01, 2024
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £4,000 - £6,000
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) 'My Goodness, My Guinness', 1961 oil on board 74 x 51cm Provenance: Arthur Guinness & Son; with Crane Kalman Gallery; Christie's, London, '20th Century British Art', 17 May 2006, lot 466; The David and Pam McCleave Collection of Modern British Art. Exhibited: Royal Academy of Arts, London, 'Ruskin Spear RA - A Retrospective Exhibition', 8 March - 13 April 1980, catalogue no. 18, illustrated on page 127 of the catalogue. Condition Report: Framed: 92 x 69cm Appears to be in good condition and ready to hang. Not examined under UV light, for a full report please contact the department.
Sworders
Oct. 01, 2024
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £400 - £600
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) 'Dig for Victory' signed 'Ruskin Spear' l.r., watercolour and bodycolour over pencil with pen and ink 32 x 39.5cm Part of the composition is based on Walter Sickert's 'Ennui'. Provenance: The David and Pam McCleave Collection of Modern British Art. Condition Report: Framed: 42 x 51cm Time staining and discolouration. Cockling and creasing with folds to the corners. Rips and tears to the edges. Not viewed out of the glazed frame.
Sworders
Oct. 01, 2024
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) 'Pavement Artist' signed 'Ruskin Spear' l.r., pencil and oil on board 51 x 61cm Provenance: Bonhams, Knightsbridge, 'Modern British and Irish Art', 28 April 2021, lot 249; with Jonleigh Gallery, Guildford; The David and Pam McCleave Collection of Modern British Art. Condition Report: Framed: 67 x 77cm Appears to be in good condition and ready to hang. Not examined under UV light or viewed out of glazed frame. For a full report please contact the department.
Sworders
Oct. 01, 2024
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £200 - £400
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) 'At the Circus' screenprint in colours, signed and dated 'Ruskin Spear 1989' in pencil l.r., inscribed with title and numbered '118/140', published by Anna Hunter, London, with blind stamp image 74.5 x 57cm Provenance: The David and Pam McCleave Collection of Modern British Art. Condition Report: Framed: 100 x 80cm Slight cockling, however presents well overall. Not viewed out of glazed frame.
Sworders
Oct. 01, 2024
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £500 - £800
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) Darts players signed 'Ruskin Spear' l.l., pencil 19.5 x 28.5cm Provenance: With Jonleigh Gallery, Surrey; The David and Pam McCleave Collection of Modern British Art. Condition Report: Framed: 37.5 x 47.cm There is a vertical fold in the centre and it is possible the work is two sheets joined together. Foxing with brown spots of staining and discolouration to the edges, please refer to images. Small pinholes to the lower right corner. Not viewed out of glazed frame.
Sworders
Oct. 01, 2024
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) 'The Entertainer' signed 'Ruskin Spear' l.r., inscribed 'No! No! Listen! I was on my way here Tonite', pencil and oil on board 51.5 x 46.5cm Provenance: Phillips, London, 'Twentieth Century British Art', 25 September 2001, lot 169; The David and Pam McCleave Collection of Modern British Art. Condition Report: Framed: 71 x 66cm Appears to be in good order. Not examined under UV light, for a full report please contact the department.
Sworders
Oct. 01, 2024
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £7,000 - £10,000
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) '36-24-38, And Reads Books', 1955 signed 'Ruskin Spear' l.r., oil on board 121.5 x 63.5cm Provenance: Christie's, London, 'Modern British Pictures', 27 March 1997, lot 51. The David and Pam McCleave Collection of Modern British Art. Exhibited: Royal Academy, London, 1955, no.529 as 'Close-up'; Royal Academy, London,1978, no.407; Royal Academy, London, 'Ruskin Spear Retrospective', 1980, no.30; Belgrave Gallery, London, 'British Post-Impressionists and Moderns', 1986, no.29; Albemarle Gallery, London, Salon des Refuses, 1987, no.31. Condition Report: Framed: 137.5 x 80cm A little very light surface dirt. Appears to be in otherwise good condition. Not examined under UV light, for a full report please contact the department.
Sworders
Oct. 01, 2024
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £8,000 - £12,000
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) South Kensington signed 'Ruskin Spear' l.r., oil on board 47 x 61cm Provenance: Sotheby's, New Bond Street, 'Modern British and Irish Art', 2 June 2004, lot 88; The David and Pam McCleave Collection of Modern British Art. Condition Report: Framed: 63 x 77cm Appears to be in good order. Not examined under UV light, for a full report please contact the department.
Sworders
Oct. 01, 2024
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) 'Green Light for Go' signed and dated 'Ruskin Spear/81' l.r., oil on board 30 x 37cm Provenance: With Crane Kalman Gallery, London, where acquired by Lloyds Bank PLC, 9 May 1994; Bonhams, London, '20th Century British Art', 24 June 2003, lot 80; Private collection, UK; Bonhams, 'Modern British and Irish Art, 12 July 2023, lot 144; The David and Pam McCleave Collection of Modern British Art. Exhibited: Crane Kalman Gallery, London, 'Ruskin Spear RA, CBE, (1911-1990)', 10 March - 16 April 1994, illustrated on p.83 of the catalogue. Condition Report: Framed: 46.5 x 52.5cm Appears to be in good condition. Not examined under UV light, for a full report please contact the department.
Sworders
Oct. 01, 2024
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £10,000 - £15,000
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) 'The Arty Tie' signed 'Ruskin Spear' l.r., oil on board 89 x 91cm Provenance: Christie's, King Street, '20th Century British Art', 21 November 2003, lot 15; The David and Pam McCleave Collection of Modern British Art. Exhibited: Royal Academy, Summer Exhibition, 1987, cat. no.15. Condition Report: Framed: 106 x 109cm Presents well overall. There are some small spots and drips of varnish (?) to the lower right which fluoresce under UV light, however in our opinion this is not overly distracting when the work is viewed on the wall. Please see additional condition images. The work appears to be in otherwise good condition and under UV light no retouching is apparent.
Sworders
Oct. 01, 2024
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £400 - £600
▲ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) 'The Witch’s Bar' pen and ink and felt tip heightened with white 36.5 x 24.5cm Provenance: The David and Pam McCleave Collection of Modern British Art. Condition Report: Framed: 53 x 41cm Time staining and discolouration. The felt tip is a little faded. There is a watermark/ stain to the upper left corner where the ink has run. The inscription at the bottom is on a separate sheet that has been stuck down on top and is coming away slightly from the sheet below. Light creasing. Not viewed out of glazed frame.
Sworders
Oct. 01, 2024
Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £100 - £200
Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) 'The Barmaid' two offset lithographic posters for the Royal Academy and London Underground, 1987, both inscribed 'To David from Ruskin' visible 49.5 x 33cm and 152 x 101.5cm, the larger unframed (2) Provenance: The David and Pam McCleave Collection of Modern British Art. Condition Report: The smaller poster has not been viewed out of the glazed frame but appears to be in good condition. The larger poster has some creasing with small rips and tears to the edges.
Sworders
Aug. 11, 2024
Ruskin Spear, (British 1911-1990), Viola - Seated Nude, Oil on board., 49.5 x 59.5 cm. (19.4 x 23.4 in.), Frame: 58 x 68 cm. (22.8 x 26.7 in.)
Est: $500 - $800
Ruskin Spear (British, 1911-1990) Viola - Seated Nude Oil on board. Signed lower right. 59.5cm x 49.5cm excluding the frame
Bargain Hunt Auctions
Jul. 25, 2024
† Ruskin Spear (1911 - 1990), Study of a seated nude, signed 'Ruskin Spear' (lower right), oil on board, 36 x 29 cm, framed and glazed 54.5 x 48 cm
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
† Ruskin Spear (1911 - 1990), Study of a seated nude, signed 'Ruskin Spear' (lower right), oil on board, 36 x 29 cm, framed and glazed 54.5 x 48 cm
Dawsons Auctioneers
Jul. 17, 2024
Ruskin Spear R.A. (British, 1911-1990) Self-Portrait
Est: £1,500 - £2,000
Ruskin Spear R.A. (British, 1911-1990) Self-Portrait signed 'Ruskin Spear' (lower right); further signed, titled and dated 'Self Portrait 1945/Ruskin Spear' (to backboard) oil on board 40.5 x 37.5cm (15 15/16 x 14 3/4in).
Bonhams
Jun. 25, 2024
Â§ RUSKIN SPEAR (BRITISH, 1911-1990)
Est: £400 - £600
Â§ RUSKIN SPEAR (BRITISH, 1911-1990) RUSKIN SPEAR (BRITISH, 1911-1990) Portrait of Jack Wolsey oil on board 75.5 x 60.5 cm. (29 3/4 x 23 3/4 in.) Provenance Sale; Bonhams, London, 13 November 2012, lot 241, where purchased by present owner Exhibited Glasgow, Royal Glasgow School of Arts, 1968
Chiswick Auctions
Jun. 16, 2024
Ruskin Spear, (British 1911-1990), Viola - Seated Nude, Oil on board., 49.5 x 59.5 cm. (19.4 x 23.4 in.), Frame: 58 x 68 cm. (22.8 x 26.7 in.)
Est: -
Ruskin Spear (British, 1911-1990) Viola - Seated Nude Oil on board. Signed lower right. 59.5cm x 49.5cm excluding the frame
Bargain Hunt Auctions
Jun. 05, 2024
MANNER OF RUSKIN SPEAR, SEATED GENTLEMAN O/B
Est: $400 - $600
Manner of Ruskin Spear (United Kingdom (1911-1990). Untitled - Seated Gentleman on Train - circa 1930, oil on board, apparently unsigned. Framed. Approximate dimensions: board h. 10.5", w. 8.75"; frame h. 14.75", w. 13", w. 2.25".
Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
Jun. 04, 2024
λ RUSKIN SPEAR (BRITISH 1911-1990), A BARN IN ESSEX
Est: £1,000 - £1,500
λ RUSKIN SPEAR (BRITISH 1911-1990) A BARN IN ESSEXOil on panelSigned (lower right)22.5 x 30cm (8¾ x 11¾ in.)Provenance:Crane Kalman Gallery, LondonAcquired from the above by the family of the present owner
Dreweatts 1759 Fine Sales
Mar. 27, 2024
Ruskin Spear R.A. (British, 1911-1990) Woman With Cat (Portrait of Ida)
Est: £1,000 - £1,500
Ruskin Spear R.A. (British, 1911-1990) Woman With Cat (Portrait of Ida) signed and dated 'Ruskin Spear 65' (lower right) oil on board 60 x 50cm (23 5/8 x 19 11/16in).
Bonhams
Mar. 26, 2024
§ RUSKIN SPEAR (BRITISH, 1911-1990)
Est: £800 - £1,200
RUSKIN SPEAR (BRITISH, 1911-1990) Portrait of Jack Wolsey oil on board 75.5 x 60.5 cm. (29 3/4 x 23 3/4 in.)
Chiswick Auctions
Mar. 12, 2024
Ruskin Spear CBE RA, British 1911-1990 - Pub Scene; mixed media on pap
Est: £600 - £800
Ruskin Spear CBE RA, British 1911-1990 - Pub Scene; mixed media on paper, 26.7 x 26.7 cm (ARR) Provenance: with the Alton Gallery, London (according to a copy of the original invoice); the Collection of Paul Clarke and thence by descent Note: a copy of a letter from Mrs. H.M. Spear, the artist's wife, authenticating the work and a copy of the original receipt from Alton Gallery accompanies this lot.
Roseberys
Nov. 29, 2023
Ruskin Spear R.A. (British, 1911-1990) Winter, Ravenscourt Park
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
Ruskin Spear R.A. (British, 1911-1990) Winter, Ravenscourt Park signed 'Ruskin Spear' (lower right) oil on board 64 x 76.5cm (25 3/16 x 30 1/8in).
Bonhams
Nov. 29, 2023
Ruskin Spear R.A. (British, 1911-1990) Pendower
Est: £3,000 - £5,000
Ruskin Spear R.A. (British, 1911-1990) Pendower signed 'Ruskin Spear' (lower right); further indistinctly signed and titled 'Pendower Ruskin Spear' (on canvas overlap) oil on canvas 71.5 x 91.5cm (28 1/8 x 36in).
Bonhams
Nov. 23, 2023
Ruskin Spear CBE RA, Out For The Count, 1986;
Est: £200 - £300
Ruskin Spear CBE RA, British 1911-1990, Out For The Count, 1986; lithograph in colours on wove, signed, dated and inscribed 'AP' in pencil, sheet: 30.6 x 30.4 cm, (unframed) (ARR)
Roseberys
Nov. 14, 2023
Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £100 - £200
Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) ? Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) A view of a church signed and dated 'Ruskin Spear 1966' l.r., pen and ink and watercolour heightened with white 36 x 26cm Condition Report: overall: 54 x 44cm Time staining. The blue and grey tones at the bottom of the work appear slightly faded. Not examined out of glazed frame.
Sworders
Nov. 14, 2023
Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £200 - £400
Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) ? Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) A view of fields with houses beyond signed and dated 'Ruskin Spear 1966' l.r., pen and ink and watercolour over pencil 36.5 x 54cm Condition Report: Framed: 56 x 72cm. Time stainign and light cockling. Not viewed out of glazed frame.
Sworders
Oct. 17, 2023
Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £200 - £400
Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) ▴ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) A view of a church signed and dated 'Ruskin Spear 1966' l.r., pen and ink and watercolour heightened with white 36 x 26cm Condition Report: overall: 54 x 44cm Time staining. The blue and grey tones at the bottom of the work appear slightly faded. Not examined out of glazed frame.
Sworders
Oct. 17, 2023
Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990)
Est: £400 - £600
Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) ▴ Ruskin Spear RA (1911-1990) A view of fields with houses beyond signed and dated 'Ruskin Spear 1966' l.r., pen and ink and watercolour over pencil 36.5 x 54cm Condition Report: Framed: 56 x 72cm. Time stainign and light cockling. Not viewed out of glazed frame.
Sworders
Sep. 12, 2023
Ruskin Spear CBE RA, Farm scene
Est: £1,200 - £1,800
Ruskin Spear CBE RA, British 1911-90 - Farm scene; oil on board, signed lower right 'Ruskin Spear', 24.5 x 35.4 cm (ARR) Provenance: private collection
Roseberys
Aug. 29, 2023
RUSKIN SPEAR (1911-1990) (ATTRIB.),
Est: -
Ruskin Spear (1911-1990) (attrib.), Portrait of a Woman in a Blue Sweater, oil on canvas over hardboard, inscribed ''Ruskin Spear'' at lower right, scratch, 57 x 46 cm, framed 74 x 64 cm
Historia Auctionata
Jul. 12, 2023
Ruskin Spear R.A. (British, 1911-1990) Guinness
Est: £2,000 - £3,000
Ruskin Spear R.A. (British, 1911-1990) Guinness oil on canvas 63.5 x 77cm (25 x 30 5/16in).
Bonhams
Jul. 12, 2023
Ruskin Spear R.A. (British, 1911-1990) Green Light for Go
Est: £1,500 - £2,000
Ruskin Spear R.A. (British, 1911-1990) Green Light for Go signed and dated 'Ruskin Spear/81' (lower right) oil on board 29.5 x 36.5cm (11 5/8 x 14 3/8in).
Bonhams
Jun. 27, 2023
Ruskin Spear (English, 1911-1990), ‘Rooftops’, oil on canvas, 49.5 x 34cm
Est: £800 - £1,200
§ Ruskin Spear (English, 1911-1990) ‘Rooftops' oil on canvas
Gorringes
Jun. 15, 2023
RUSKIN SPEAR CBE RA, BRITISH 1911-1990, THE ARTY TIE, 1990; LITHOGRAPH IN COLOURS ON WOVE, SIGNE
Est: £200 - £300
Ruskin Spear CBE RA, British 1911-1990, The Arty Tie, 1990; lithograph in colours on wove, signed 'p.p. Ruskin Spear', titled and numbered 75/150 in pencil, published by Art Image Ltd, 1990, sheet: 66.5 x 72 cm, (unframed) (ARR) Note: together COA issued by Art Image Ltd.
Roseberys
May. 20, 2023
Jason Bowman for Royal Worcester, a frui
Est: £900 - £1,200
Jason Bowman for Royal Worcester, a fruit painted vase and cover, circa 2000, globular pedestal twin handled form, decorated in the round with peaches, apples, grapes and cherries on a moss covered ground, moulded and gilded domed cover with flower bud finial, gilded strap and mask handles, on gilt decorated stem and foliate moulded foot and square base, signed, shape No.2363, 22cm high
Kinghams Auctioneers
May. 19, 2023
Ruskin Spear R.A. (British, 1911-1990),
Est: £300 - £500
Ruskin Spear R.A. (British, 1911-1990), Cornish Hay Rake, signed l.r., titled and dated 1940 verso, watercolour, 42 by 54cm, framed. Note: Artist Resale Rights apply
Kinghams Auctioneers
Apr. 27, 2023
† Ruskin Spear (1911-1990), 'Horseman, Richmond Park', signed, labelled and dated March 1983 verso, oil on board, 18 x 26cm.
Est: £500 - £700
† Ruskin Spear (1911-1990), 'Horseman, Richmond Park', signed, labelled and dated March 1983 verso, oil on board, 18 x 26cm. Christie's London - 13 May 1994 - lot 98 Business Art Galleries, Royal Academy of Arts
Dawsons Auctioneers
Apr. 11, 2023
Ruskin Spear CBE RA (1911-1990) British, Oil on board, Cat in the moonlight. 27 cm square.
Est: £200 - £300
Ruskin Spear CBE RA (1911-1990) British, Oil on board, Cat in the moonlight. 27 cm square.
Hannam's Auctioneers