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b. 1921 - d. 1998

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    • John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board
      Nov. 02, 2024

      John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board

      Est: $100 - $200

      John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board. Illustration of World War I fighter planes.  Overall: 9 1/4 X 21 1/4 in.  Sight: 7 3/4 X 19 3/4 in.  #3923 .  John Steel was born in New York City in 1921. He spent many years traveling with his parents in France and Spain as they acted in touring theatrical productions, and was fluent in both French and Spanish by the time they returned to the United States in 1931. Encouraged by his artistic family of accomplished singers and actors, he performed with the Dead End Kids on Broadway in 1935 and sang on a handful of radio shows. He became a skilled hunter and fisherman in his teens as well, and attended a private school in Florida where he routinely caught fish for their Friday night fries. He returned to New York to take courses in drawing at the Art Students League, but when World War II broke out he joined up immediately and served in both the Coast Guard and the Marine Corp. Afterwards he went to the Art Center College in Los Angeles on the GI Bill, where the rough style he had begun to develop sketching during the War was underappreciated. A favorite story he told for years after was one of his early art teachers recommending that he quit art and open a hamburger stand. His first job out of school was working on conceptual projects for Disneyland, particularly the Matterhorn. When the Korean War began he reenlisted, and was part of the infamous “Chosin Few” who withstood an assault by Chinese forces at the Chosin Reservoir for two straight weeks. Returning to the United States, he settled in Santa Rosa, California with his wife Carole and their three children, and drew storyboards for movies like “Ben Hur,” “Spartacus,” and “Mutiny on the Bounty.” His steady work as an artist for Revell Model Car Kits led to him being hired for design and drafting work for Northrop Aviation. He became well known throughout the country for his cover illustrations for Skin Diver Magazine, and taught himself to be an underwater photographer. When the Vietnam War started, he accepted invitational orders to rejoin the Marine Corps as a Combat Photographer and Artist, serving for 5 tours of duty. He produced thousands of photographs and sketches for the Department of Defense, which have been published in books and are on display in several museums in Washington, D.C. His military decorations included the Bronze Star, the Navy Cross, and three Purple Hearts. He was a lifetime member of the Marine Corps Combat Correspondents Association, Joe Rosenthal Chapter, in San Francisco. He devoted his remaining decades to creating Biblical illustrations and wildlife art, after a diving accident led to a long-lasting illness that limited his breathing and mobility. He died on August 9th, 1998. 

      Sarasota Estate Auction
    • John W. Steel The Intruder Signed/Numbered Print
      Oct. 19, 2024

      John W. Steel The Intruder Signed/Numbered Print

      Est: $500 - $2,500

      *Pick up suggested - due to weight, size and fragility, art usually incurs additional shipping/handling charges* American artist John W. Steel (1921-1998). 18 X 26" in a 26.5 X 34.5" frame with a few scuffs. Numbered 36/500 bottom left and signed bottom right.

      Donley Auction Services
    • John Steel (American, 1921-1998) Oil on Canvas "Closing In", H 20" W 40"
      Oct. 10, 2024

      John Steel (American, 1921-1998) Oil on Canvas "Closing In", H 20" W 40"

      Est: $1,000 - $2,000

      Depicting a pack of wolves running in a snow covered pine forest with mountains in the background. Signed lower left. In a rustic carved wood frame H. 26" W. 46".

      DuMouchelles
    • John Steel (1921-1998) American, Oil on Canvas
      Aug. 24, 2024

      John Steel (1921-1998) American, Oil on Canvas

      Est: $400 - $800

      John Steel (1921-1998) American, Oil on Canvas. Depicts the penultimate moment before the matador kills the bull in a bullfight. Signed bottom right.  Overall: 27 1/4 X 45 1/2 in.  Sight: 17 1/4 X 35 1/2 in.  #2694 .  John Steel was born in New York City in 1921. He spent many years traveling with his parents in France and Spain as they acted in touring theatrical productions, and was fluent in both French and Spanish by the time they returned to the United States in 1931. Encouraged by his artistic family of accomplished singers and actors, he performed with the Dead End Kids on Broadway in 1935 and sang on a handful of radio shows. He became a skilled hunter and fisherman in his teens as well, and attended a private school in Florida where he routinely caught fish for their Friday night fries. He returned to New York to take courses in drawing at the Art Students League, but when World War II broke out he joined up immediately and served in both the Coast Guard and the Marine Corp. Afterwards he went to the Art Center College in Los Angeles on the GI Bill, where the rough style he had begun to develop sketching during the War was underappreciated. A favorite story he told for years after was one of his early art teachers recommending that he quit art and open a hamburger stand. His first job out of school was working on conceptual projects for Disneyland, particularly the Matterhorn. When the Korean War began he reenlisted, and was part of the infamous “Chosin Few” who withstood an assault by Chinese forces at the Chosin Reservoir for two straight weeks. Returning to the United States, he settled in Santa Rosa, California with his wife Carole and their three children, and drew storyboards for movies like “Ben Hur,” “Spartacus,” and “Mutiny on the Bounty.” His steady work as an artist for Revell Model Car Kits led to him being hired for design and drafting work for Northrop Aviation. He became well known throughout the country for his cover illustrations for Skin Diver Magazine, and taught himself to be an underwater photographer. When the Vietnam War started, he accepted invitational orders to rejoin the Marine Corps as a Combat Photographer and Artist, serving for 5 tours of duty. He produced thousands of photographs and sketches for the Department of Defense, which have been published in books and are on display in several museums in Washington, D.C. His military decorations included the Bronze Star, the Navy Cross, and three Purple Hearts. He was a lifetime member of the Marine Corps Combat Correspondents Association, Joe Rosenthal Chapter, in San Francisco. He devoted his remaining decades to creating Biblical illustrations and wildlife art, after a diving accident led to a long-lasting illness that limited his breathing and mobility. He died on August 9th, 1998.

      Sarasota Estate Auction
    • John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board
      Aug. 24, 2024

      John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board

      Est: $200 - $400

      John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board. Original illustration of World War II fighter planes in mid-air combat. Signed on back.  Overall: 6 1/2 X 9 1/2 in.  Sight: 4 3/4 X 7 3/4 in.  #2820 .  John Steel was born in New York City in 1921. He spent many years traveling with his parents in France and Spain as they acted in touring theatrical productions, and was fluent in both French and Spanish by the time they returned to the United States in 1931. Encouraged by his artistic family of accomplished singers and actors, he performed with the Dead End Kids on Broadway in 1935 and sang on a handful of radio shows. He became a skilled hunter and fisherman in his teens as well, and attended a private school in Florida where he routinely caught fish for their Friday night fries. He returned to New York to take courses in drawing at the Art Students League, but when World War II broke out he joined up immediately and served in both the Coast Guard and the Marine Corp. Afterwards he went to the Art Center College in Los Angeles on the GI Bill, where the rough style he had begun to develop sketching during the War was underappreciated. A favorite story he told for years after was one of his early art teachers recommending that he quit art and open a hamburger stand. His first job out of school was working on conceptual projects for Disneyland, particularly the Matterhorn. When the Korean War began he reenlisted, and was part of the infamous “Chosin Few” who withstood an assault by Chinese forces at the Chosin Reservoir for two straight weeks. Returning to the United States, he settled in Santa Rosa, California with his wife Carole and their three children, and drew storyboards for movies like “Ben Hur,” “Spartacus,” and “Mutiny on the Bounty.” His steady work as an artist for Revell Model Car Kits led to him being hired for design and drafting work for Northrop Aviation. He became well known throughout the country for his cover illustrations for Skin Diver Magazine, and taught himself to be an underwater photographer. When the Vietnam War started, he accepted invitational orders to rejoin the Marine Corps as a Combat Photographer and Artist, serving for 5 tours of duty. He produced thousands of photographs and sketches for the Department of Defense, which have been published in books and are on display in several museums in Washington, D.C. His military decorations included the Bronze Star, the Navy Cross, and three Purple Hearts. He was a lifetime member of the Marine Corps Combat Correspondents Association, Joe Rosenthal Chapter, in San Francisco. He devoted his remaining decades to creating Biblical illustrations and wildlife art, after a diving accident led to a long-lasting illness that limited his breathing and mobility. He died on August 9th, 1998.

      Sarasota Estate Auction
    • John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board
      Aug. 24, 2024

      John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board

      Est: $200 - $400

      John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board. Original illustration of a World War II destroyer. Signed and inscribed "#1" on the back.  Overall: 5 3/4 X 18 1/4 in.  Sight: 4 1/4 X 16 3/4 in.  #2818 .  John Steel was born in New York City in 1921. He spent many years traveling with his parents in France and Spain as they acted in touring theatrical productions, and was fluent in both French and Spanish by the time they returned to the United States in 1931. Encouraged by his artistic family of accomplished singers and actors, he performed with the Dead End Kids on Broadway in 1935 and sang on a handful of radio shows. He became a skilled hunter and fisherman in his teens as well, and attended a private school in Florida where he routinely caught fish for their Friday night fries. He returned to New York to take courses in drawing at the Art Students League, but when World War II broke out he joined up immediately and served in both the Coast Guard and the Marine Corp. Afterwards he went to the Art Center College in Los Angeles on the GI Bill, where the rough style he had begun to develop sketching during the War was underappreciated. A favorite story he told for years after was one of his early art teachers recommending that he quit art and open a hamburger stand. His first job out of school was working on conceptual projects for Disneyland, particularly the Matterhorn. When the Korean War began he reenlisted, and was part of the infamous “Chosin Few” who withstood an assault by Chinese forces at the Chosin Reservoir for two straight weeks. Returning to the United States, he settled in Santa Rosa, California with his wife Carole and their three children, and drew storyboards for movies like “Ben Hur,” “Spartacus,” and “Mutiny on the Bounty.” His steady work as an artist for Revell Model Car Kits led to him being hired for design and drafting work for Northrop Aviation. He became well known throughout the country for his cover illustrations for Skin Diver Magazine, and taught himself to be an underwater photographer. When the Vietnam War started, he accepted invitational orders to rejoin the Marine Corps as a Combat Photographer and Artist, serving for 5 tours of duty. He produced thousands of photographs and sketches for the Department of Defense, which have been published in books and are on display in several museums in Washington, D.C. His military decorations included the Bronze Star, the Navy Cross, and three Purple Hearts. He was a lifetime member of the Marine Corps Combat Correspondents Association, Joe Rosenthal Chapter, in San Francisco. He devoted his remaining decades to creating Biblical illustrations and wildlife art, after a diving accident led to a long-lasting illness that limited his breathing and mobility. He died on August 9th, 1998.

      Sarasota Estate Auction
    • John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board
      Aug. 24, 2024

      John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board

      Est: $200 - $400

      John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board. Original illustration of the World War II Landing Craft Tank 1201 used in the D Day Invasion, with a tank embarking and a plane strafing it. Signed and inscribed "#8" on back.  Overall: 8 1/4 X 17 3/4 in.  Sight: 6 3/4 X 16 1/4 in.  #2819 .  John Steel was born in New York City in 1921. He spent many years traveling with his parents in France and Spain as they acted in touring theatrical productions, and was fluent in both French and Spanish by the time they returned to the United States in 1931. Encouraged by his artistic family of accomplished singers and actors, he performed with the Dead End Kids on Broadway in 1935 and sang on a handful of radio shows. He became a skilled hunter and fisherman in his teens as well, and attended a private school in Florida where he routinely caught fish for their Friday night fries. He returned to New York to take courses in drawing at the Art Students League, but when World War II broke out he joined up immediately and served in both the Coast Guard and the Marine Corp. Afterwards he went to the Art Center College in Los Angeles on the GI Bill, where the rough style he had begun to develop sketching during the War was underappreciated. A favorite story he told for years after was one of his early art teachers recommending that he quit art and open a hamburger stand. His first job out of school was working on conceptual projects for Disneyland, particularly the Matterhorn. When the Korean War began he reenlisted, and was part of the infamous “Chosin Few” who withstood an assault by Chinese forces at the Chosin Reservoir for two straight weeks. Returning to the United States, he settled in Santa Rosa, California with his wife Carole and their three children, and drew storyboards for movies like “Ben Hur,” “Spartacus,” and “Mutiny on the Bounty.” His steady work as an artist for Revell Model Car Kits led to him being hired for design and drafting work for Northrop Aviation. He became well known throughout the country for his cover illustrations for Skin Diver Magazine, and taught himself to be an underwater photographer. When the Vietnam War started, he accepted invitational orders to rejoin the Marine Corps as a Combat Photographer and Artist, serving for 5 tours of duty. He produced thousands of photographs and sketches for the Department of Defense, which have been published in books and are on display in several museums in Washington, D.C. His military decorations included the Bronze Star, the Navy Cross, and three Purple Hearts. He was a lifetime member of the Marine Corps Combat Correspondents Association, Joe Rosenthal Chapter, in San Francisco. He devoted his remaining decades to creating Biblical illustrations and wildlife art, after a diving accident led to a long-lasting illness that limited his breathing and mobility. He died on August 9th, 1998.

      Sarasota Estate Auction
    • John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board
      Aug. 24, 2024

      John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board

      Est: $200 - $400

      John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board. Original illustration of a World War II Landing Ship Tank fighting off attacking planes. Signed on back.  Overall: 8 1/2 X 18 in.  Sight: 7 X 16 1/2 in.  #2817 .  John Steel was born in New York City in 1921. He spent many years traveling with his parents in France and Spain as they acted in touring theatrical productions, and was fluent in both French and Spanish by the time they returned to the United States in 1931. Encouraged by his artistic family of accomplished singers and actors, he performed with the Dead End Kids on Broadway in 1935 and sang on a handful of radio shows. He became a skilled hunter and fisherman in his teens as well, and attended a private school in Florida where he routinely caught fish for their Friday night fries. He returned to New York to take courses in drawing at the Art Students League, but when World War II broke out he joined up immediately and served in both the Coast Guard and the Marine Corp. Afterwards he went to the Art Center College in Los Angeles on the GI Bill, where the rough style he had begun to develop sketching during the War was underappreciated. A favorite story he told for years after was one of his early art teachers recommending that he quit art and open a hamburger stand. His first job out of school was working on conceptual projects for Disneyland, particularly the Matterhorn. When the Korean War began he reenlisted, and was part of the infamous “Chosin Few” who withstood an assault by Chinese forces at the Chosin Reservoir for two straight weeks. Returning to the United States, he settled in Santa Rosa, California with his wife Carole and their three children, and drew storyboards for movies like “Ben Hur,” “Spartacus,” and “Mutiny on the Bounty.” His steady work as an artist for Revell Model Car Kits led to him being hired for design and drafting work for Northrop Aviation. He became well known throughout the country for his cover illustrations for Skin Diver Magazine, and taught himself to be an underwater photographer. When the Vietnam War started, he accepted invitational orders to rejoin the Marine Corps as a Combat Photographer and Artist, serving for 5 tours of duty. He produced thousands of photographs and sketches for the Department of Defense, which have been published in books and are on display in several museums in Washington, D.C. His military decorations included the Bronze Star, the Navy Cross, and three Purple Hearts. He was a lifetime member of the Marine Corps Combat Correspondents Association, Joe Rosenthal Chapter, in San Francisco. He devoted his remaining decades to creating Biblical illustrations and wildlife art, after a diving accident led to a long-lasting illness that limited his breathing and mobility. He died on August 9th, 1998.

      Sarasota Estate Auction
    • John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board
      Aug. 24, 2024

      John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board

      Est: $200 - $400

      John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board. Original illustration of the PT-109 that future President John F. Kennedy commanded during World War II. Made for AMT Model Kits. Signed and inscribed "#3" on back.  Overall: 8 1/4 X 16 3/4 in.  Sight: 6 3/4 X 15 1/4 in.  #2821 .  John Steel was born in New York City in 1921. He spent many years traveling with his parents in France and Spain as they acted in touring theatrical productions, and was fluent in both French and Spanish by the time they returned to the United States in 1931. Encouraged by his artistic family of accomplished singers and actors, he performed with the Dead End Kids on Broadway in 1935 and sang on a handful of radio shows. He became a skilled hunter and fisherman in his teens as well, and attended a private school in Florida where he routinely caught fish for their Friday night fries. He returned to New York to take courses in drawing at the Art Students League, but when World War II broke out he joined up immediately and served in both the Coast Guard and the Marine Corp. Afterwards he went to the Art Center College in Los Angeles on the GI Bill, where the rough style he had begun to develop sketching during the War was underappreciated. A favorite story he told for years after was one of his early art teachers recommending that he quit art and open a hamburger stand. His first job out of school was working on conceptual projects for Disneyland, particularly the Matterhorn. When the Korean War began he reenlisted, and was part of the infamous “Chosin Few” who withstood an assault by Chinese forces at the Chosin Reservoir for two straight weeks. Returning to the United States, he settled in Santa Rosa, California with his wife Carole and their three children, and drew storyboards for movies like “Ben Hur,” “Spartacus,” and “Mutiny on the Bounty.” His steady work as an artist for Revell Model Car Kits led to him being hired for design and drafting work for Northrop Aviation. He became well known throughout the country for his cover illustrations for Skin Diver Magazine, and taught himself to be an underwater photographer. When the Vietnam War started, he accepted invitational orders to rejoin the Marine Corps as a Combat Photographer and Artist, serving for 5 tours of duty. He produced thousands of photographs and sketches for the Department of Defense, which have been published in books and are on display in several museums in Washington, D.C. His military decorations included the Bronze Star, the Navy Cross, and three Purple Hearts. He was a lifetime member of the Marine Corps Combat Correspondents Association, Joe Rosenthal Chapter, in San Francisco. He devoted his remaining decades to creating Biblical illustrations and wildlife art, after a diving accident led to a long-lasting illness that limited his breathing and mobility. He died on August 9th, 1998.

      Sarasota Estate Auction
    • John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board
      Aug. 24, 2024

      John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board

      Est: $200 - $400

      John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board. Original illustration of Coast Guard patrol boat. Signed and inscribed with the letter "W" on the back.  Overall: 8 5/8 X 18 1/4 in.  Sight: 7 X 16 1/2 in.  #2814 .  John Steel was born in New York City in 1921. He spent many years traveling with his parents in France and Spain as they acted in touring theatrical productions, and was fluent in both French and Spanish by the time they returned to the United States in 1931. Encouraged by his artistic family of accomplished singers and actors, he performed with the Dead End Kids on Broadway in 1935 and sang on a handful of radio shows. He became a skilled hunter and fisherman in his teens as well, and attended a private school in Florida where he routinely caught fish for their Friday night fries. He returned to New York to take courses in drawing at the Art Students League, but when World War II broke out he joined up immediately and served in both the Coast Guard and the Marine Corp. Afterwards he went to the Art Center College in Los Angeles on the GI Bill, where the rough style he had begun to develop sketching during the War was underappreciated. A favorite story he told for years after was one of his early art teachers recommending that he quit art and open a hamburger stand. His first job out of school was working on conceptual projects for Disneyland, particularly the Matterhorn. When the Korean War began he reenlisted, and was part of the infamous “Chosin Few” who withstood an assault by Chinese forces at the Chosin Reservoir for two straight weeks. Returning to the United States, he settled in Santa Rosa, California with his wife Carole and their three children, and drew storyboards for movies like “Ben Hur,” “Spartacus,” and “Mutiny on the Bounty.” His steady work as an artist for Revell Model Car Kits led to him being hired for design and drafting work for Northrop Aviation. He became well known throughout the country for his cover illustrations for Skin Diver Magazine, and taught himself to be an underwater photographer. When the Vietnam War started, he accepted invitational orders to rejoin the Marine Corps as a Combat Photographer and Artist, serving for 5 tours of duty. He produced thousands of photographs and sketches for the Department of Defense, which have been published in books and are on display in several museums in Washington, D.C. His military decorations included the Bronze Star, the Navy Cross, and three Purple Hearts. He was a lifetime member of the Marine Corps Combat Correspondents Association, Joe Rosenthal Chapter, in San Francisco. He devoted his remaining decades to creating Biblical illustrations and wildlife art, after a diving accident led to a long-lasting illness that limited his breathing and mobility. He died on August 9th, 1998.

      Sarasota Estate Auction
    • John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board
      Aug. 24, 2024

      John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board

      Est: $200 - $400

      John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board. Original illustration of an aircraft carrier in a firefight with two fighter planes approaching. Signed and inscribed with "#5" on back.  Overall: 7 5/8 X 16 1/8 in.  Sight: 6 1/8 X 14 5/8 in.  #2815 .  John Steel was born in New York City in 1921. He spent many years traveling with his parents in France and Spain as they acted in touring theatrical productions, and was fluent in both French and Spanish by the time they returned to the United States in 1931. Encouraged by his artistic family of accomplished singers and actors, he performed with the Dead End Kids on Broadway in 1935 and sang on a handful of radio shows. He became a skilled hunter and fisherman in his teens as well, and attended a private school in Florida where he routinely caught fish for their Friday night fries. He returned to New York to take courses in drawing at the Art Students League, but when World War II broke out he joined up immediately and served in both the Coast Guard and the Marine Corp. Afterwards he went to the Art Center College in Los Angeles on the GI Bill, where the rough style he had begun to develop sketching during the War was underappreciated. A favorite story he told for years after was one of his early art teachers recommending that he quit art and open a hamburger stand. His first job out of school was working on conceptual projects for Disneyland, particularly the Matterhorn. When the Korean War began he reenlisted, and was part of the infamous “Chosin Few” who withstood an assault by Chinese forces at the Chosin Reservoir for two straight weeks. Returning to the United States, he settled in Santa Rosa, California with his wife Carole and their three children, and drew storyboards for movies like “Ben Hur,” “Spartacus,” and “Mutiny on the Bounty.” His steady work as an artist for Revell Model Car Kits led to him being hired for design and drafting work for Northrop Aviation. He became well known throughout the country for his cover illustrations for Skin Diver Magazine, and taught himself to be an underwater photographer. When the Vietnam War started, he accepted invitational orders to rejoin the Marine Corps as a Combat Photographer and Artist, serving for 5 tours of duty. He produced thousands of photographs and sketches for the Department of Defense, which have been published in books and are on display in several museums in Washington, D.C. His military decorations included the Bronze Star, the Navy Cross, and three Purple Hearts. He was a lifetime member of the Marine Corps Combat Correspondents Association, Joe Rosenthal Chapter, in San Francisco. He devoted his remaining decades to creating Biblical illustrations and wildlife art, after a diving accident led to a long-lasting illness that limited his breathing and mobility. He died on August 9th, 1998.

      Sarasota Estate Auction
    • John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board
      Aug. 24, 2024

      John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board

      Est: $200 - $400

      John Steel (1921-1998) American, Gouache on Board. Original illustration of a Lockheed P-2H Patrol and anti-submarine warfare aircraft. Signed and inscribed "#7" on back.  Overall: 10 1/4 X 15 1/4 in.  Sight: 8 3/4 X 13 3/4 in.  #2816 .  John Steel was born in New York City in 1921. He spent many years traveling with his parents in France and Spain as they acted in touring theatrical productions, and was fluent in both French and Spanish by the time they returned to the United States in 1931. Encouraged by his artistic family of accomplished singers and actors, he performed with the Dead End Kids on Broadway in 1935 and sang on a handful of radio shows. He became a skilled hunter and fisherman in his teens as well, and attended a private school in Florida where he routinely caught fish for their Friday night fries. He returned to New York to take courses in drawing at the Art Students League, but when World War II broke out he joined up immediately and served in both the Coast Guard and the Marine Corp. Afterwards he went to the Art Center College in Los Angeles on the GI Bill, where the rough style he had begun to develop sketching during the War was underappreciated. A favorite story he told for years after was one of his early art teachers recommending that he quit art and open a hamburger stand. His first job out of school was working on conceptual projects for Disneyland, particularly the Matterhorn. When the Korean War began he reenlisted, and was part of the infamous “Chosin Few” who withstood an assault by Chinese forces at the Chosin Reservoir for two straight weeks. Returning to the United States, he settled in Santa Rosa, California with his wife Carole and their three children, and drew storyboards for movies like “Ben Hur,” “Spartacus,” and “Mutiny on the Bounty.” His steady work as an artist for Revell Model Car Kits led to him being hired for design and drafting work for Northrop Aviation. He became well known throughout the country for his cover illustrations for Skin Diver Magazine, and taught himself to be an underwater photographer. When the Vietnam War started, he accepted invitational orders to rejoin the Marine Corps as a Combat Photographer and Artist, serving for 5 tours of duty. He produced thousands of photographs and sketches for the Department of Defense, which have been published in books and are on display in several museums in Washington, D.C. His military decorations included the Bronze Star, the Navy Cross, and three Purple Hearts. He was a lifetime member of the Marine Corps Combat Correspondents Association, Joe Rosenthal Chapter, in San Francisco. He devoted his remaining decades to creating Biblical illustrations and wildlife art, after a diving accident led to a long-lasting illness that limited his breathing and mobility. He died on August 9th, 1998.

      Sarasota Estate Auction
    • Antique Figural Landscape Oil Painting by John Steel SHEPHERDESS WITH HER FLOCK
      Feb. 19, 2023

      Antique Figural Landscape Oil Painting by John Steel SHEPHERDESS WITH HER FLOCK

      Est: $500 - $700

      Antique Figural Landscape Oil Painting by British artist John Sydney Steel (1863-1932) Entitled SHEPHERDESS WITH HER FLOCK | Oil on Relined Canvas | Housed in a gold gilt gesso wood frame | Approx. Measures: 17" W x 14" H.

      Worthington Galleries
    • Antique Figural Landscape Oil Painting by John Steel SHEPHERDESS WITH HER FLOCK
      Dec. 10, 2022

      Antique Figural Landscape Oil Painting by John Steel SHEPHERDESS WITH HER FLOCK

      Est: $300 - $500

      Antique Figural Landscape Oil Painting by British artist John Sydney Steel (1863-1932) Entitled SHEPHERDESS WITH HER FLOCK | Oil on Relined Canvas | Housed in a gold gilt gesso wood frame | Approx. Measures: 17" W x 14" H.

      Worthington Galleries
    • Rare Signed Litho KACHINA MARCH by John Steel
      May. 15, 2022

      Rare Signed Litho KACHINA MARCH by John Steel

      Est: -

      Pencil signed and numbered 48x29 inches, rare listed artist

      R & R Auction INC
    • John Hoskin (1921-1990) - Monolith
      Nov. 21, 2019

      John Hoskin (1921-1990) - Monolith

      Est: £1,000 - £1,500

      John Hoskin (1921-1990) Monolith welded steel, unique 16 ½ in. (42 cm.) high

      Christie's
    • Steel, John. 42' Chris Craft Sport Fishing Boat
      Jun. 28, 2015

      Steel, John. 42' Chris Craft Sport Fishing Boat

      Est: $2,000 - $2,500

      Steel, John. 42' Chris Craft Sport Fishing Boat. Original gouache on paper boxart for 1962 Revelle Model. John Steel (1921-1998) was a celebrated illustrator and painter of a staggering diversity of subjects; marine, wildlife, combat, religious themes, warships and boats. To this day a huge diversity of giclees and prints remain popular of his work at galleries world wide. Offered is an original gouache on paper Steel executed for the box art for the 1962, hardbox issue model, of the 42 foot Chris Craft sport fishing boat at sea as a fisherman hooks a marlin. Original boxart has become extremely popular with collectors and this piece is exceptional. (Model boxtop not included.) Art measures 14" x 22" handsomely framed to 22" x 32" and in excellent condition as examined in frame. Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500

      Goldberg Coins & Collectibles
    • Jon Hoskin (British, 1921-1992), slate and metal work
      May. 03, 2012

      Jon Hoskin (British, 1921-1992), slate and metal work

      Est: £300 - £500

      John Hoskin (British, 1921-1992), title unknown, a steel relief sculpture mounted on a slate plaque, numbered 4 of 10, 93 292 h:27 w:23 cm

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