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Mose Tolliver Sold at Auction Prices

b. 1925 - d. 2006

Artist Mose Tolliver (1920-2006), also known as Mose T, was an Alabama-born folk artist. Tolliver worked at a furniture factory until an accident in the 1960s left both his legs crushed. His inner drive to paint took over as he painted on anything he could get his hands on, from tabletops to old metal trays, and he sometimes created as many as 10 pieces a day. Mose Tolliver's art for sale was born.

Artist Mose Tolliver creates from the heart, and in his first published interview he said he was not interested in art, but just wanted to paint his pictures. Mose Tolliver's paintings include Self-portrait and Queen Love. Featured in a multitude of folk art collections, Mose Tolliver's paintings are also exhibited at the Smithsonian's National Museum of American Art. Purchase unique folk art paintings to bring intrigue and interest to your art collection. 

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          • Mose Tolliver (1925-2006) "Dry Bones Charlie", 1986
            Nov. 18, 2024

            Mose Tolliver (1925-2006) "Dry Bones Charlie", 1986

            Est: $400 - $800

            Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006) "Dry Bones Charlie", 1986, mixed media painting on board, signed. Unframed. Size: 27.5'' x 19.5'', 70 x 50 cm (board). Provenance: Private Collection; Ex. Bill Arnett Collection.

            Material Culture
          • Mose Tolliver (1925-2006) "Watermelon"
            Nov. 18, 2024

            Mose Tolliver (1925-2006) "Watermelon"

            Est: $400 - $600

            Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006) "Watermelon", oil painting on board, signed. Unframed. Size: 4'' x 17'', 10 x 43 cm (board).

            Material Culture
          • MOSE TOLLIVER - WATERMELON (TRIANGLE)
            Nov. 14, 2024

            MOSE TOLLIVER - WATERMELON (TRIANGLE)

            Est: $800 - $1,200

            Lot 49 Mose Tolliver American (1920-2006) Watermelon (Triangle) oil on panel signed lower center 9 x 15 inches unframed Provenance: From the Collection of Dr. Priscilla Nelson

            Capsule Gallery Auction
          • Mose Ernest Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006), Snake Side Table, Overall H.- 18 1/2 in., Circular Top- Dia.- 15 3/4 in., Legs- W.- 17 1/2 in.
            Nov. 08, 2024

            Mose Ernest Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006), Snake Side Table, Overall H.- 18 1/2 in., Circular Top- Dia.- 15 3/4 in., Legs- W.- 17 1/2 in.

            Est: $250 - $450

            † Mose Ernest Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006), Snake Side Table, house paint on wood with a removable glass top, signed "Mose T" on top,

            Crescent City Auction Gallery
          • Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006), "Man with Hat," H.- 29 in., W.- 17 1/2 in.
            Nov. 08, 2024

            Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006), "Man with Hat," H.- 29 in., W.- 17 1/2 in.

            Est: $600 - $900

            † Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006), "Man with Hat," paint on wood panel, signed lower left, unframed,

            Crescent City Auction Gallery
          • Painting by Mose Tolliver
            Oct. 29, 2024

            Painting by Mose Tolliver

            Est: $300 - $500

            Mose Tolliver (American, 1918-2006). Paint on board, signed "MOSET" l.r. 23.5" x 22".

            Caza Sikes
          • MOSE TOLLIVER - WATERMELON
            Oct. 17, 2024

            MOSE TOLLIVER - WATERMELON

            Est: $800 - $1,200

            Lot 39 Mose Tolliver American (1920-2006) Watermelon oil on panel signed lower right 11 x 14 1/4 inches unframed Provenance: From the Collection of Dr. Priscilla Nelson

            Capsule Gallery Auction
          • Mose Tolliver, oil on board
            Sep. 27, 2024

            Mose Tolliver, oil on board

            Est: $400 - $600

            Mose Tolliver (American 1920/24-2006), oil on board figure, signed lower middle, 23 3/4" x 24". Provenance: a Washington D.C. collection.

            Pook & Pook Inc.
          • Mose Tolliver, oil on board
            Sep. 27, 2024

            Mose Tolliver, oil on board

            Est: $300 - $500

            Mose Tolliver (American 1920/24-2006), oil on board figure signed lower middle, 17" x 16". Provenance: a Washington D.C. collection. Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.

            Pook & Pook Inc.
          • Mose Tolliver, synthetic polymer on board
            Sep. 27, 2024

            Mose Tolliver, synthetic polymer on board

            Est: $300 - $500

            Mose Tolliver (Alabama 1920-2006), synthetic polymer on board titled Snow Bus, signed lower middle, 17 1/4" x 21". Provenance: purchased from the artist 1982 by John M. Holmes. Provenance: a Washington D.C. collection.

            Pook & Pook Inc.
          • Mose Toliver, (American/Alabama, 1919-2006), "Black Cat," H.- 9 3/4 in., W.- 15 in.
            Sep. 14, 2024

            Mose Toliver, (American/Alabama, 1919-2006), "Black Cat," H.- 9 3/4 in., W.- 15 in.

            Est: $500 - $800

            † Mose Toliver, (American/Alabama, 1919-2006), "Black Cat," house paint on wood panel, signed lower left and inscribed/dedicated to "T. Erin", unframed,

            Crescent City Auction Gallery
          • Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006), "Spinal Tap"
            Aug. 29, 2024

            Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006), "Spinal Tap"

            Est: $700 - $1,000

            † Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006) "Spinal Tap" oil on wood panel signed lower left.

            New Orleans Auction Galleries
          • Mose Ernest Tolliver, oil on plywood of a horse
            Jul. 31, 2024

            Mose Ernest Tolliver, oil on plywood of a horse

            Est: $200 - $300

            Mose Ernest Tolliver (American 1920-2006), oil on plywood of a horse, signed lower right, 13 1/2" x 24". Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.

            Pook & Pook Inc.
          • Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006) Blue Chicken, Signed lower right, Paint on a Board, 13 3/4" x 19 3/4"
            Jul. 27, 2024

            Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006) Blue Chicken, Signed lower right, Paint on a Board, 13 3/4" x 19 3/4"

            Est: $400 - $600

            Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006) Blue Chicken, Signed lower right, Paint on a Board, 13 3/4" x 19 3/4"

            Auction Gallery of the Palm Beaches
          • Mose Tolliver (1925-2006), A pair of abstract watermelons, Acrylic on artist board, Smallest: 15" H x 16.75" W; Largest: 16" H x 17" W
            Jul. 16, 2024

            Mose Tolliver (1925-2006), A pair of abstract watermelons, Acrylic on artist board, Smallest: 15" H x 16.75" W; Largest: 16" H x 17" W

            Est: $600 - $800

            Mose Tolliver (1925-2006) A pair of abstract watermelons Each: Acrylic on artist board Each: Signed lower left: Mose T

            John Moran Auctioneers
          • Mose Tolliver Black Jesus on Cross with Birds
            Jul. 14, 2024

            Mose Tolliver Black Jesus on Cross with Birds

            Est: -

            32 inches x 16 inches appears to be in good condition signed on back

            R & R Auction INC
          • Mose Tolliver Painting, Untitled Scooter Girl
            Jul. 07, 2024

            Mose Tolliver Painting, Untitled Scooter Girl

            Est: $300 - $350

            Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006) house paint on wood panel untitled folk art painting, depicting a female figure or "scooter girl" against a white background with black border. Unframed. Original aluminum can pop top hanger. 16 1/4" H x 12 1/4" W. PROVENANCE: Private Knoxville, TN collection.

            Case Antiques, Inc. Auctions & Appraisals
          • Mose Tolliver Painting, Blue Turtle
            Jul. 06, 2024

            Mose Tolliver Painting, Blue Turtle

            Est: $300 - $400

            Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006) house paint on wood panel folk art painting depicting a blue and black turtle against a white background with black border. Unframed. Original aluminum can pop top hanger. 18 1/4" H x 14 3/4" W. PROVENANCE: Private Knoxville, TN collection.

            Case Antiques, Inc. Auctions & Appraisals
          • Mose Tolliver Painting, Untitled Purple Figure
            Jul. 06, 2024

            Mose Tolliver Painting, Untitled Purple Figure

            Est: $400 - $500

            Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006) house paint on wood panel folk art painting depicting a figure in shades of purple and green against a white background with red border. Signed "Mose T" lower right. Unframed. Original aluminum can pop top hanger. 25" H x 17 1/4" W. PROVENANCE: Private Knoxville, TN collection.

            Case Antiques, Inc. Auctions & Appraisals
          • Mose Tolliver Painting, Spooky Dookie
            Jul. 06, 2024

            Mose Tolliver Painting, Spooky Dookie

            Est: $400 - $500

            Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006) house paint on wood panel folk art painting titled Spookie Dookie, depicting a figure in shades of green and red against a yellow background with red border. Title in black ink en verso. Signed "Mose T" lower left. Unframed. Original aluminum can pop top hanger. 26 1/2" H x 19 1/4" W. PROVENANCE: Private Knoxville, TN collection.

            Case Antiques, Inc. Auctions & Appraisals
          • Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006)
            Jun. 28, 2024

            Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006)

            Est: $600 - $800

            Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006), "Bird", paint on shaped panel, signed lower left, 26 1/4 in. x 12 in., unframed.

            Neal Auction Company
          • Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006)
            Jun. 28, 2024

            Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006)

            Est: $600 - $800

            Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006), "North Africa Feeding Baby", paint on panel, signed lower center, 32 1/4 in. x 15 3/4 in., unframed.

            Neal Auction Company
          • Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006)
            Jun. 28, 2024

            Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006)

            Est: $600 - $800

            Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006), "Lady in Purple", paint on panel, signed lower center, 25 11/16 in. x 17 11/16 in., unframed.

            Neal Auction Company
          • Mose Tolliver, Five works
            Jun. 27, 2024

            Mose Tolliver, Five works

            Est: $1,000 - $1,500

            Mose Tolliver Five works paint on wood largest: 13.75 h x 26.125 w in (35 x 66 cm) smallest: 15.5 h x 14.75 w in (39 x 37 cm) Lot includes works depicting a bus, an erotic portrait, a plant, and two portraits. Signed to lower edge of each work 'Mose T'. Provenance: Collection of Martin and Enid Packard This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.

            Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
          • Mose Tolliver, Self Portrait, Paint on Board
            Jun. 27, 2024

            Mose Tolliver, Self Portrait, Paint on Board

            Est: $500 - $700

            Property from the Estate of Lorlee and Arnold Tenenbaum Description: Mose Tolliver (AL, c. 1920-2006), Untitled (Self Portrait), Paint on Board , signed lower middle, depicting a standing figure in green with a red tie, with green painted border. br>Exhibition History: Bold Expressions: The Collection of Lorlee and Arnold Tenenbaum, Jepson Center, Telfair Museums, Savannah, Georgia, March 10-July 9, 2023. Mose Tolliver was an Alabama based folk artist known for his vibrant images. Tolliver worked at a factory in Montgomery, Alabama before an accident forced him to retire. Tolliver took up painting to combat boredom while recovering, working with house paint on plywood and other found materials. He gained recognition after a solo exhibition at the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts and a folk art exhbition at the Corcoran Gallery in Washington, D.C. His work can be found in the permanent collections of the National Gallery of Art, the High Museum of Art, the Birmingham Museum of Art and many others. Measurements: Height: 24 1/8 in. x Width: 9 7/8 in. Condition: Good condition, light wear to edges, incised oval shapes middle right side, some dark residue upper middle. Notice to bidders: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the conditions of aging. PHOTOS MAY ALSO ACT AS A CONDITION REPORT. Please review all photos closely prior to bidding. Complete condition reports are available by request, no later than 24 hours prior to the live auction. All lots are offered and sold 'AS IS’, and Everard Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. We do not guarantee the condition of frames. By placing a bid, either in person, by phone, absentee or via the Internet, you signify that you agree to be bound by the conditions of sale. Everard Auctions does not provide any shipping or packing services. We recommend that all potential buyers obtain pack/ship estimates prior to bidding. Please contact us for a list of recommended shippers.

            Everard Auctions and Appraisals
          • TOLLIVER, Mose (American, 1925-2006). Watermelon. Not dated...
            Jun. 26, 2024

            TOLLIVER, Mose (American, 1925-2006). Watermelon. Not dated...

            Est: $500 - $700

            TOLLIVER, Mose (American, 1925-2006). Watermelon. Not dated. Paint on panel remnant. Signed on the lower left corner. 15 ½ x 18”. Some wear due to the nature of the remnant. Aluminum can tab on verso used as a hanger. Very good condition.

            Potter & Potter Auctions Inc.
          • Mose Tolliver House Paint on Board Grey Critter
            Jun. 08, 2024

            Mose Tolliver House Paint on Board Grey Critter

            Est: $500 - $800

            Tolliver, Mose (American/Alabama, 1920/25-2006) Grey Critter, house paint on board, depicting an outstretched critter in grey with red eyes and nose against a chartreuse ground, grey lined border. Soda can tab hanger affixed to upper back. Signed at lower left. Approximately 19.5 x 11.75 inches. Provenance: Virginia Freeman Gallery, Destin, Florida.

            Concept Art Gallery
          • Mose Tolliver (American 1920-2006), oil on panel
            May. 20, 2024

            Mose Tolliver (American 1920-2006), oil on panel

            Est: $200 - $300

            Mose Tolliver (American 1920-2006), oil on panel watermelon, signed lower left, 16 1/4" x 17 5/8". Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.

            Pook & Pook Inc.
          • MOSE TOLLIVER FOLK ART PAINTING ON BOARD
            May. 11, 2024

            MOSE TOLLIVER FOLK ART PAINTING ON BOARD

            Est: $800 - $1,200

            Mose Ernest Tolliver (American, 1920-2006) folk art painting on found wood depicting a blue figure with yellow accents. Signed lower right. Measures 41 3/4" x 19 1/4".

            Antiques & Modern Auction Gallery
          • MOSE TOLLIVER 'PORTRAIT' FOLK ART PAINTING / BOARD
            May. 11, 2024

            MOSE TOLLIVER 'PORTRAIT' FOLK ART PAINTING / BOARD

            Est: $600 - $800

            Mose Ernest Tolliver (American, 1920-2006) folk art painting on wood board depicting a portrait with purple accents. Signed lower left. Measures 19 1/8" x 14 5/8".

            Antiques & Modern Auction Gallery
          • MOSE TOLLIVER 'PORTRAIT' FOLK ART PAINTING / BOARD
            May. 11, 2024

            MOSE TOLLIVER 'PORTRAIT' FOLK ART PAINTING / BOARD

            Est: $400 - $600

            Mose Ernest Tolliver (American, 1920-2006) folk art painting on wood board depicting a portrait with yellow and green accents. Signed lower left. Measures 19 1/4" x 14 1/2".

            Antiques & Modern Auction Gallery
          • Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006) Painting
            Apr. 29, 2024

            Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006) Painting

            Est: $600 - $1,200

            Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006) Painting on board, signed. Unframed. Size: 23.75'' x 11.75'', 60 x 30 cm (board).

            Material Culture
          • Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006) "Jitney Bus"
            Apr. 29, 2024

            Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006) "Jitney Bus"

            Est: $500 - $700

            Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006) "Jitney Bus", painting on board, signed. Unframed. Size: 15.5'' x 24'', 39 x 61 cm (board).

            Material Culture
          • Mose Tolliver House Paint on Board Grey Critter
            Apr. 27, 2024

            Mose Tolliver House Paint on Board Grey Critter

            Est: $800 - $1,200

            Tolliver, Mose (American/Alabama, 1920/25-2006) Grey Critter, house paint on board, depicting an outstretched critter in grey with red eyes and nose against a chartreuse ground, grey lined border. Soda can tab hanger affixed to upper back. Signed at lower left. Approximately 19.5 x 11.75 inches. Provenance: Virginia Freeman Gallery, Destin, Florida.

            Concept Art Gallery
          • Mose Tolliver House Paint on Board Two Birds
            Apr. 27, 2024

            Mose Tolliver House Paint on Board Two Birds

            Est: $600 - $900

            Tolliver, Mose (American, Alabama, 1920/25 - 2006) Two Birds, house paint on board, depicting two birds, one yellow and one green over off-white ground surrounded by dots and purple border. Soda can tab hanger affixed to upper back. Signed at lower right. 9.75 x 13 inches. Provenance: Virginia Freeman Gallery, Destin Florida.

            Concept Art Gallery
          • Mose Tolliver House Paint on Board Pink Dragon
            Apr. 27, 2024

            Mose Tolliver House Paint on Board Pink Dragon

            Est: $300 - $500

            Tolliver, Mose (American, Alabama, 1920/25 - 2006) Pink Dragon, house paint on shaped board, depicting a pink winged dragon with red eyes and tongue on a beige ground with brown border. Soda can tab hanger affixed to upper back. Signed at lower left. 18.25 x 19 inches. Provenance: Virginia Freeman Gallery, Destin Florida.

            Concept Art Gallery
          • Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006), "Dry Bones"
            Apr. 18, 2024

            Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006), "Dry Bones"

            Est: $800 - $1,200

            † Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006) "Dry Bones" painted wood board signed lower left, titled and signed en verso.

            New Orleans Auction Galleries
          • Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006), "Guitar Case"
            Apr. 18, 2024

            Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006), "Guitar Case"

            Est: $600 - $900

            † Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006) "Guitar Case - Alligator/Snake" painted guitar case signed at top.

            New Orleans Auction Galleries
          • Mose Ernest Tolliver (Mose T), Alabama (1920/25-2006), abstract bird figure, blackbird, paint on board, 9 3/4"H x 19"W
            Mar. 30, 2024

            Mose Ernest Tolliver (Mose T), Alabama (1920/25-2006), abstract bird figure, blackbird, paint on board, 9 3/4"H x 19"W

            Est: $300 - $500

            Mose Ernest Tolliver (Mose T) Alabama, (1920/25-2006) abstract bird figure, blackbird paint on board Signed lower. Biography from the Smithsonian American Art Museum: In the late 1960s, Mose Tolliver was forced to retire from his job in a Montgomery, Alabama, furniture factory after a thousand-pound crate of marble fell from a forklift and crushed his legs. His former employer encouraged him to start painting, and Tolliver began to create images with house paint on pieces of plywood, Masonite, or old furniture. Unable to stand without crutches, he used to sit on his bed to paint, balancing the board on his knees. Recognition came in the 1980s with a solo show at the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, and a folk art exhibition at the Corcoran Gallery, in Washington, D.C. Tolliver is known for his vibrant images of women, fantasy animals, and religious subjects, and he could paint up to ten pictures in one day.

            Ripley Auctions
          • MOSE TOLLIVER (1918 - 2006)
            Mar. 23, 2024

            MOSE TOLLIVER (1918 - 2006)

            Est: $800 - $1,200

            paint on board. Self Portrait. Signed lower right 23.75" x 23.75"

            Ledbetter Auctions
          • MOSE TOLLIVER (1918 - 2006)
            Mar. 23, 2024

            MOSE TOLLIVER (1918 - 2006)

            Est: $800 - $1,200

            paint on board. 15.25" x 12.5"

            Ledbetter Auctions
          • MOSE TOLLIVER (1918 - 2006)
            Mar. 23, 2024

            MOSE TOLLIVER (1918 - 2006)

            Est: $800 - $1,200

            paint on board. Two birds. 15" x 13"

            Ledbetter Auctions
          • MOSE TOLLIVER (1918 - 2006)
            Mar. 23, 2024

            MOSE TOLLIVER (1918 - 2006)

            Est: $800 - $1,200

            paint on board. Portrait of Willie May (wife of Mose_ 14.75" x 23"

            Ledbetter Auctions
          • MOSE TOLLIVER (1918 - 2006)
            Mar. 23, 2024

            MOSE TOLLIVER (1918 - 2006)

            Est: $800 - $1,200

            paint on record album vinyl and board. 16.5" x 13.5"

            Ledbetter Auctions
          • MOSE TOLLIVER (1918 - 2006)
            Mar. 23, 2024

            MOSE TOLLIVER (1918 - 2006)

            Est: $800 - $1,200

            framed to 19.5" x 15.5" - paint on wood, signed. Framed.

            Ledbetter Auctions
          • Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006)
            Mar. 14, 2024

            Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006)

            Est: $500 - $700

            Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006), "Watermelon", oil on panel, signed lower left, titled en verso, 15 1/2 in. x 19 3/4 in., unframed.

            Neal Auction Company
          • Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006)
            Mar. 14, 2024

            Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006)

            Est: $500 - $700

            Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006), "Turtle", paint on panel, unsigned, 20 1/4 in. x 16 5/8 in., unframed. Provenance: Gaspari Gallery, New Orleans, LA.

            Neal Auction Company
          • Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006)
            Mar. 14, 2024

            Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006)

            Est: $500 - $700

            Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006), "Self-Portrait", paint on panel, signed lower right, 24 3/8 in. x 19 in., unframed. Provenance: Gaspari Gallery, New Orleans, LA.

            Neal Auction Company
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