Bill Watterson Sold at Auction Prices

b. 1958 -

Born in 1958, artist Bill Watterson attended Kenyon College where his drawings for the college paper led to a job at the Cincinnati Post. Inspired by comic greats Charles Schultz and Walt Kelly, illustrator Bill Watterson created the world-famous comic strip Calvin and Hobbes. Less than a year after its debut, the comic strip was accepted by the Universal Press Syndicate, eventually publishing in 250 newspapers.

In 1986, artist Bill Watterson won the Reuben Award for Outstanding Cartoonist of the Year. The comic strip garnered a large fan base, but Watterson refused to option his characters out for merchandising. He even turned down creative talks with directors Steven Spielberg and George Lucas. This adamant refusal has made Bill Watterson figural drawings highly sought after by fans of his artwork. Purchase artistic renderings from your favorite cartoonists by browsing lighthearted figural drawings online, and bring a smile to your gallery.

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  • Bill Watterson The Complete Calvin and Hobbes, Three Volume Set
    Jun. 27, 2023

    Bill Watterson The Complete Calvin and Hobbes, Three Volume Set

    Est: $100 - $200

    Bill Watterson The Complete Calvin and Hobbes, Three Volume Set,

    Weschler's
  • Bill Watterson, Calvin and Hobbes Comic Strip
    Jun. 16, 2023

    Bill Watterson, Calvin and Hobbes Comic Strip

    Est: $20 - $75

    Origin: American Medium: Original Newsprint Cutout  Dimensions: Art is 9 x 13 inches; the frame is 13 x 16 inches. Condition: Fair Additional Information: Vintage cartoon strip cutout from newsprint.

    Blue Box Auction Gallery
  • Bill Watterson & Amend Cartoon Comic Books
    Jun. 13, 2020

    Bill Watterson & Amend Cartoon Comic Books

    Est: -

    Calvin & Hobbes (7) Books. Overall Good Used Condition. Bh14361 Zh

    EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
  • The Days Are Just Packed. A Calvin and Hobbes Collection. - Inscribed by Watterson, with a small sketch of Calvin and Hobbes
    Feb. 08, 2015

    The Days Are Just Packed. A Calvin and Hobbes Collection. - Inscribed by Watterson, with a small sketch of Calvin and Hobbes

    Est: $500 - $800

    175, [1] pp. (Oblong 4to) 23x30 cm (9x11¾") original pictorial boards and dust jacket. First Edition.

    PBA Galleries Auctions & Appraisers
  • The Calvin and Hobbes Tenth Anniversary Book. - Inscribed by Watterson, with a small sketch of Calvin and Hobbes
    Feb. 08, 2015

    The Calvin and Hobbes Tenth Anniversary Book. - Inscribed by Watterson, with a small sketch of Calvin and Hobbes

    Est: $500 - $800

    208 pp. (Oblong 4to) 23x30 cm (9x11¾") original pictorial boards and dust jacket. First Edition.

    PBA Galleries Auctions & Appraisers
  • Bill Watterson
    Nov. 12, 2014

    Bill Watterson

    Est: $200 - $400

    Scarce signed book: Yukon Ho!. Later printing. Kansas City: Andrews and McMeel, 1989. Softcover, 8.5 x 9, 126 pages. Signed on the title page in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with two bookstore labels affixed to the cover.

    RR Auction
  • WATTERSON, BILL. B.1958. "The Prayer Release...," watercolor on paper,
    Dec. 15, 2011

    WATTERSON, BILL. B.1958. "The Prayer Release...," watercolor on paper,

    Est: $2,000 - $4,000

    "The Prayer Release...," watercolor on paper, 215 x 280 mm, signed, dated 1980, depicting a horse throwing a jockey, matted and framed. A rare example of an original cartoon by Calvin and Hobbes creator Bill Watterson. This example done the year he graduated from Kenyon College and began working as a cartoonist for the Cincinnati Post. A presentation note taped to the backing paper, dated December 25th, 1980, provides a biography of the then young artist. We find no examples of Watterson's original artwork at auction.

    Bonhams
  • Bill Watterson b 1958 marker on card stock
    Apr. 22, 2008

    Bill Watterson b 1958 marker on card stock

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Bill Watterson, b 1958, marker on card stock, Calvin and Hobbs, 6 1/2" x 4 1/2", The Charles Schulz, Dr Seuss, and Bill Watterson drawings have been removed from tomorrow's sale. The reason for this is that questions have been raised as to authenticity. When this is clarified in a satisfactory manner, the items will be reoffered in a future auction. Thank you for your understanding.

    William Bunch Auctions & Appraisals
  • BILL WATTERSON CALVIN HOBBES
    Jul. 22, 2007

    BILL WATTERSON CALVIN HOBBES

    Est: $100 - $200

    BILL WATTERSON (1958- ) Two Calvin and Hobbes drawings on card. (1) colored drawing of Calvin and Hobbes walking. No visible defects. 3'' X 5''. and (1) Calvin's head. No visible defects. 3 1/8'' X 4 7/8''. Both signed. Sold on behalf of the Pittsburgh AIDS Task Force.

    Dargate Auction Galleries
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