Harry Russell Ballinger Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Harry Russell Ballinger Art Value Price Guide

Aug. 31, 2026
Henry Russell Ballinger (American, 1892-1993), “Night Fall”, 1944, watercolor, sunset casts yellow glow on harbor scene, boat with steam rising in the foreground, signed lower right, museum labels to glass and verso, ...
Est: $125 - $250
Henry Russell Ballinger (American, 1892-1993), "Night Fall", 1944, watercolor, sunset casts yellow glow on harbor scene, boat with steam rising in the foreground, signed lower right, museum labels to glass and verso, condition consistent with age, light toning, ss: 17 ¼" h. x 23" w. [Sold to benefit a New England Institution.]
Winter Associates, Inc.
Aug. 30, 2026
Harry Ballinger (1892-1993) American, Maritime Scene Oil on Canvas
Est: $1,600 - $3,250
Harry Ballinger (1892-1993) American, Maritime Scene Oil on Canvas. Harbor scene with a fishing trawler as the main focal point in the highly reflective waters. Signed bottom right. Brad Cooper Gallery sticker on the back of the gilt frame. Overall: 31 x 36 1/8 in. Sight: 24 1/4 x 29 1/4 in. Harry Russell Ballinger was born in 1892 in Port Townsend, Washington, and first studied art at the University of California, San Francisco before traveling to Paris to study at the Academy Colarossi in his twenties. Returning to the United States after the outbreak of World War I he studied at the Art Students League under Harvey Dunn, finding his calling in landscapes and maritime paintings. He lived for a time in New Hartford, Connecticut before settling permanently in Rockport, Massachusetts, becoming one of the foundational artists and instructors there. He was a member of the Allied Artists Association, Audubon Artists, American Watercolor Society, New Haven Paint and Clay, and the Kent Art Association, exhibiting at the National Academy of Design, the Hartford Athenaeum, the Connecticut Watercolor Society, the Rockport Art Association, the North Shore Art Association, and the Allied Artists Association. Even after his death at the extraordinary age of 101 in 1993, his works remain on display in museums and collections around New England, including the New Britain Museum of Art, Springfield Art Museum, and the Mattatuck Museum.
Sarasota Estate Auction
Dec. 21, 2025
Harry Russell BALLINGER (1892-1993) Oil on Canvas
Est: $500 - $700
Harry Russell BALLINGER (1892-1993) Oil on Canvas A rural landscape with farm, signed at the lower right. Dimensions: 25in x 30in. Provenance: From a Bucks County collection.
Locati LLC
Nov. 21, 2025
HARRY RUSSELL BALLINGER (Connecticut, 1892-1993), "The Surf at Halibut Point"., Oil on canvas, 25" x 30". Framed 32.5" x 37.5".
Est: $800 - $1,200
HARRY RUSSELL BALLINGER Connecticut, 1892-1993 "The Surf at Halibut Point". Signed lower right "H.R. Ballinger". Label verso for Geraci Galleries, Rockport, Massachusetts.
Eldred's
Jan. 23, 2025
HARRY RUSSELL BALLINGER (Connecticut, 1892-1993), "Californian Coast"., Oil on canvas, 30" x 40". Framed 38" x 48".
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
HARRY RUSSELL BALLINGER Connecticut, 1892-1993 "Californian Coast". Signed lower right "HR Ballinger". Titled verso.
Eldred's
Jan. 20, 2025
Harry Russell Ballinger (American 1892-1993), "Untitled" (Winter Sunset)", oil on canvas, depicts evening snow scene with barn and farmhouse in foreground, peach colored clouds silhouette mountainous horizon, signed l...
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Harry Russell Ballinger (American 1892-1993), "Untitled" (Winter Sunset)", oil on canvas, depicts evening snow scene with barn and farmhouse in foreground, peach colored clouds silhouette mountainous horizon, signed lower right "H R Ballinger", in Newcomb Macklin molded frame with subtle raised foliate decoration to corner and later painted gold finish, age cracks and scattered surface loss to edges, old Newcomb Macklin paper label to stretcher bar, not examined out of frame, wear consistent with age and use including stretcher bar impressions, area of concentrated cracquelure (possibly from light impact) at upper left, very minor craquelure scattered throughout, etc., 27" h. x 35 1/8" w., frame: 32" h. x 40" w.
Winter Associates, Inc.
Aug. 26, 2024
Harry Russell Ballinger (American 1892-1993), oil on paper without frame, evening winter landscape with meandering river and snow covered fields, monogrammed "HRB" lower right, wear consistent with age, including bend...
Est: $125 - $250
Harry Russell Ballinger (American 1892-1993), oil on paper without frame, evening winter landscape with meandering river and snow covered fields, monogrammed "HRB" lower right, wear consistent with age, including bend to upper right corner fragile, ss: 18 ¾" h. x 23 ½" w. [VERBAL PROVENANCE: According to 2007 appraisal, while in previous frame the piece had the following inscription verso "bought ... from Ballinger during N. Britain classes by / AKR@$25.00".]
Winter Associates, Inc.
Aug. 26, 2024
Harry Russell Ballinger (American 1892-1993), Seascape, oil on canvas board, waves crashing on the rocks, signed lower right, framed, wear consistent with age including scattered paint loss, ss: 8 1/2" h. x 11 ¼" w.,
Est: $100 - $200
Harry Russell Ballinger (American 1892-1993), Seascape, oil on canvas board, waves crashing on the rocks, signed lower right, framed, wear consistent with age including scattered paint loss, ss: 8 1/2" h. x 11 ¼" w.
Winter Associates, Inc.
Jul. 22, 2024
Harry Russell Ballinger (American, 1892 - 1993) "Eastern Point", oil on canvas, seascape with distant light house, signed lower right, framed, gallery label verso, wear consistent with age, 24" h. x 35 1/4" w.
Est: $200 - $400
Harry Russell Ballinger (American, 1892 - 1993) "Eastern Point", oil on canvas, seascape with distant light house, signed lower right, framed, gallery label verso, wear consistent with age, 24" h. x 35 1/4" w.
Winter Associates, Inc.
Jul. 22, 2024
Attributed to Harry Ballinger (American, 1892-1993) "Autumn with Covered Bridge" oil on canvas board, a covered bridge is surrounded with trees in changing color, CT based artist, unsigned, estate stamp and attributio...
Est: $200 - $400
Attributed to Harry Ballinger (American, 1892-1993) "Autumn with Covered Bridge" oil on canvas board, a covered bridge is surrounded with trees in changing color, CT based artist, unsigned, estate stamp and attribution documents verso, framed, wear consistent with age, ss: 17 1/2" x 23".
Winter Associates, Inc.
Jul. 20, 2024
Harry Russell Ballinger (1892 - 1993) American
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Harry Russell Ballinger (1892 - 1993) Oil on canvas, signed lower left "H. R. Ballinger", painting measures 20 x 24 and 24.5 x 29 inches with golden carved wood frame. He lived in New Hartford, Connecticut and Rockport, Massachusetts. He studied at the University of California, San Francisco; the Art Students League with Harvey Dunn; and the Academy Colarossi, Paris. He was a member of the Allied Artists Association, Audubon Artists, American Watercolor Society; New Haven Paint and Clay, Kent Art Association. His work was exhibited at the National Academy of Design; the Hartford Atheaneum, Connecticut Watercolor Society, Rockport Art Association, North Shore Art Association, Allied Artists Association. Paintings are in the collections of the New Britain Museum of Art, Wadsworth Atheneum, Springfield Art Museum, Mattatuck Museum, Central Connecticut State College as well as many private collections. Ballinger was an illustrator and author of many articles for national magazines.
Cutler Bay Auctions
Jun. 29, 2024
Harry Russell Ballinger (1892-1993) American
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
Harry Russell Ballinger (1892-1993) Oil on canvas, signed lower left "H R Bellinger", piece measures 30 x 40 and 37 x 47 inches with w/ frame. He lived in New Hartford, Connecticut and Rockport, Massachusetts. He studied at the University of California, San Francisco; the Art Students League with Harvey Dunn; and the Academy Colarossi, Paris.He was a member of the Allied Artists Association, Audubon Artists, American Watercolor Society; New Haven Paint and Clay, Kent Art Association.His work was exhibited at the National Academy of Design; the Hartford Atheaneum, Connecticut Watercolor Society, Rockport Art Association, North Shore Art Association, Allied Artists Association.Paintings are in the collections of the New Britain Museum of Art, Wadsworth Atheneum, Springfield Art Museum, Mattatuck Museum, Central Connecticut State College as well as many private collections.Ballinger was an illustrator and author of many articles for national magazines.
Cutler Bay Auctions
Jun. 09, 2024
Harry Ballinger (1892 - 1993) O/C Boat at Harbor
Est: $500 - $1,000
Harry Ballinger (American, 1892 - 1993) oil on canvas harbor scene. Framed. Signed lower right. Frame: 31 x 36 1/8 in. Sight: 24 1/4 x 29 1/4 in. #2449
Sarasota Estate Auction
Apr. 21, 2024
H.R. BALLINGER PAINTING - MEN ON SEA SHORE
Est: $700 - $900
Large oil painting on canvas depicting 2 men scavenging on a stormy seashore signed HR Ballinger. 30 x 40 in, framed 37 x 47 in. (Henry or Harry Ballinger was a CT artist 1892-1993).
Americana Auctions
Apr. 04, 2024
Harry Ballinger Signed Oil Painting Fishing Boats
Est: $500 - $800
Harry Russell Ballinger, American Connecticut 1892-1993, Signed Oil Painting on Canvas of Fishing Boats at Shore Line. Framed measures 32 inches x 37 inches, art measures 24 inches x 29 inches.
Greenwich Auction
Jan. 24, 2024
Harry Russell Ballinger (American, 1892-1993) "Surf at Andrew's Point"
Est: $500 - $800
Oil on canvas. Signed "HR Ballinger" (lower right)
Cottone Auctions
Sep. 14, 2023
Jeannette Maxfield Lewis (1894 - 1982) American
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Jeannette Maxfield Lewis, oil on canvas measures 36 x 24 inches. Signed Painter, etcher. Born in Oakland, CA on April 19, 1894. Jeannette Maxfield was educated at the Castelleja Girls School in Palo Alto. Having chosen an art career, she enrolled at the CSFA where she was greatly influenced by Gottardo Piazzoni. A short time was spent in NYC as a pupil of Hans Hofmann. Returning to Oakland, she worked for the Foster & Kleiser Company. In 1920 she wed H. C. Lewis and moved to Fresno into a home at 3839 Huntington Blvd. While maintaining a summer home in Pebble Beach, she studied landscape painting with Armin Hansen. In 1955 the Lewises moved permanently to their Pebble Beach home; after her husbands death in 1964, she abandoned art. Her works include pastels, watercolors, acquatints, oils, pen-and-ink drawings, and dry point etchings. Her successful solo exhibition at the CPLH in 1955 brought her national attention and a retrospective of her work was held at the Fresno Arts Center in 1979. Mr
Cutler Bay Auctions
Aug. 09, 2023
Neils Harbour
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
Harry Russell Ballinger 1892 - 1993 Neils Harbour signed HR Ballinger (lower right) acrylic on canvas 30 1/4 by 40 in. 76.8 by 101.6 cm.
Sotheby's
Aug. 09, 2023
The Clam Digger (Maine Marshes)
Est: $700 - $1,000
Harry Russell Ballinger 1892 - 1993 The Clam Digger (Maine Marshes) signed HR Ballinger (lower right) watercolor on paper 20 by 30 in. 50.8 by 76.2 cm. Executed in 1972.
Sotheby's
Aug. 09, 2023
The Inner Harbor
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Harry Russell Ballinger 1892 - 1993 The Inner Harbor signed HR Ballinger (lower right) acrylic on canvas 20 by 30 in. 50.8 by 76.2 cm. Executed circa 1976.
Sotheby's
Jul. 09, 2023
HARRY RUSSELL BALLINGER (CT, 1892-1993)
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Trawler at Dock, oil on canvas, signed lower right, in silver leaf casement frame, OS: 21 1/2 x 31 1/2", SS: 20" x 30" Includes (3) books on painting by the artist.
Thomaston Place Auction Galleries
Dec. 17, 2022
Harry Russell Ballinger - Ships Oil on Canvas
Est: $300 - $400
Harry Russell Ballinger - Ships Oil on Canvas signed. Dimensions 23.5x27.5
Regency Auction House
Oct. 24, 2022
Harry Ballinger Newcomb Macklin Frame Painting
Est: $200 - $300
Connecticut,1892-1993 Impressionist depiction of harsh ocean waves crashing against rugged coastal rocks housed in a Newcomb Macklin frame.
Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers
Jun. 23, 2022
HARRY RUSSELL BALLINGER, American (1892-1993), Harbor Scene, oil on canvas, 24 x 30 inches
Est: $600 - $800
HARRY RUSSELL BALLINGER American, (1892-1993) Harbor Scene oil on canvas signed lower right "H.R. Ballinger"
Shannon's
Mar. 14, 2022
Harry Russell Ballinger (American, 1892 - 1993), "Seascape with Lighthouse", watercolor, depicts waves crashing on jetty with lighth...
Est: $175 - $375
Harry Russell Ballinger (American, 1892 - 1993), "Seascape with Lighthouse", watercolor, depicts waves crashing on jetty with lighthouse in distance, signed lower right, framed and matted behind glass, not examined out of frame, wear consistent with age, ss: 17 1/2" h. x 22 1/2" w.
Winter Associates, Inc.
Feb. 27, 2022
Harry Russell Ballinger(1892-1993)Amer. Oil/Canvas
Est: $1,800 - $2,200
Sea-landscape depicts waves crashing on a rocky shore with two men and a grave marker at water's edge. Oil on canvas, signed lower right: H.R. Ballinger. Overall size: 37 1/2 x 47 1/2 in. Sight size: 30 x 40 in. Harry Russell Ballinger is known for sea-landscape painting, illustration, genre. He lived in New Hartford, Connecticut and Rockport, Massachusetts. Ballinger studied at the University of California, San Francisco; the Art Students League with Harvey Dunn; and the Academy Colarossi, Paris. Ballinger was a member of the Allied Artists Association, Audubon Artists, American Watercolor Society; Paintings are in the collections of the New Britain Museum of Art, Wadsworth Atheneum, Springfield Art Museum. Please note that all sales are final. No refunds will be given under any circumstances. Location R HIGH
Sarasota Estate Auction
Oct. 23, 2021
Harry Russell Ballinger O/C Painting, Litchield Hill
Est: $300 - $400
Harry Russell Ballinger (Connecticut, 1892-1993) oil on canvas painting titled "Litchield Hill" likely Litchfield Hill, CT depicting a landscape with large pink flowers in the foreground before a field, trees, and a cloudy blue sky. Signed "H R Ballinger" lower right. Newcomb-Macklin, New York label, en verso. Housed in a hand carved and painted Newcomb-Macklin wooden frame. Sight: 24 3/4" H x 30" W. Framed: 29 1/4" H x 34" W.
Case Antiques, Inc. Auctions & Appraisals
Sep. 19, 2021
Harry Russell Ballinger, Harbor Scene
Est: $700 - $1,200
Harry Russell Ballinger, harbor scene, oil on canvas, 20" x 24", framed 27" x 31". In good condition. Provenance: Estate of Dr. David L. Vastola, Rockport, Massachusetts.
Kaminski Auctions
Aug. 20, 2021
HARRY RUSSELL BALLINGER (Connecticut, 1892-1993), Fishing boats in a foggy harbor., Oil on canvas, 29.5” x 35.25” sight. Framed 38” x 42”.
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
HARRY RUSSELL BALLINGER Connecticut, 1892-1993 Fishing boats in a foggy harbor. Signed lower right "H.R. Ballinger".
Eldred's
Jul. 17, 2021
Harry Russell Ballinger (American, 1892 - 1993), Florida Everglades, oil on canvas, signed lower left "H. R. Ballinger", 24" x 30"....
Est: $300 - $500
Harry Russell Ballinger (American, 1892 - 1993), Florida Everglades, oil on canvas, signed lower left "H. R. Ballinger", 24" x 30". Provenance: Estate of James Wadhams
Nadeau's Auction Gallery
Jul. 17, 2021
Harry Russell Ballinger (American, 1892 - 1993), Janitzio Island, Mexico, oil on canvas, signed lower right "H. R. Ballinger", 24" x...
Est: $300 - $500
Harry Russell Ballinger (American, 1892 - 1993), Janitzio Island, Mexico, oil on canvas, signed lower right "H. R. Ballinger", 24" x 36". Provenance: Estate of James Wadhams
Nadeau's Auction Gallery
Jun. 30, 2021
Harry Ballinger oil on board, "Gloucester Wharf," …
Est: $200 - $300
Harry Ballinger oil on board, "Gloucester Wharf," 9 by 12 inches, signed lower right, "H. Ballinger," framed. Condition: Good.
Blackwood March Auctioneers
Jun. 13, 2021
Harry Russell Ballinger(1892-1993)Amer. Oil/Canvas
Est: $1,800 - $2,200
Sea-landscape depicts waves crashing on a rocky shore with two men and a grave marker at water's edge. Oil on canvas, signed lower right: H.R. Ballinger. Overall size: 37 1/2 x 47 1/2 in. Sight size: 30 x 40 in. Harry Russell Ballinger is known for sea-landscape painting, illustration, genre. He lived in New Hartford, Connecticut and Rockport, Massachusetts. Ballinger studied at the University of California, San Francisco; the Art Students League with Harvey Dunn; and the Academy Colarossi, Paris. Ballinger was a member of the Allied Artists Association, Audubon Artists, American Watercolor Society; Paintings are in the collections of the New Britain Museum of Art, Wadsworth Atheneum, Springfield Art Museum. Please note that all sales are final. No refunds will be given under any circumstances. Location Q
Sarasota Estate Auction
Apr. 11, 2021
Harry Russell Ballinger(1892-1993)Amer. Oil/Canvas
Est: $1,800 - $2,200
Sea-landscape depicts waves crashing on a rocky shore with two men and a grave marker at water's edge. Oil on canvas, signed lower right: H.R. Ballinger. Overall size: 37 1/2 x 47 1/2 in. Sight size: 30 x 40 in. Harry Russell Ballinger is known for sea-landscape painting, illustration, genre. He lived in New Hartford, Connecticut and Rockport, Massachusetts. Ballinger studied at the University of California, San Francisco; the Art Students League with Harvey Dunn; and the Academy Colarossi, Paris. Ballinger was a member of the Allied Artists Association, Audubon Artists, American Watercolor Society; Paintings are in the collections of the New Britain Museum of Art, Wadsworth Atheneum, Springfield Art Museum.
Sarasota Estate Auction
Dec. 12, 2020
HARRY RUSSELL BALLINGER AMERICAN 1892-1993
Est: $600 - $800
Winter Landscape, oil on canvas, 22 1/4 x 19 1/4 in (69.2 x 48.8 cm), Property of a private collector in Canton, CT who obtained it directly from the artist in the 1980's
Trinity International Auctions & Appraisals, LLC
Jan. 13, 2020
Harry Russell Ballinger (American, 1892 - 1993), 20th C. watercolor, depicts boat, small building with figure, and a hillside in the...
Est: $100 - $200
Harry Russell Ballinger (American, 1892 - 1993), 20th C. watercolor, depicts boat, small building with figure, and a hillside in the background, signed LR, framed and matted under glass, condition consistent with age including discoloration, toning, and minor damages, ss: 17" h. x 22" w.
Winter Associates, Inc.
Jan. 13, 2020
Harry Russell Ballinger (American, 1892 - 1993), 20th C. oil on canvas, depicts a canal with an arched bridge, a house on a hill, sm...
Est: $300 - $500
Harry Russell Ballinger (American, 1892 - 1993), 20th C. oil on canvas, depicts a canal with an arched bridge, a house on a hill, small boats and figure in foreground, signed LR, , condition consistent with age including toning and minor surface wear, ss: 24 1/2" h. x 29 1/2" w.
Winter Associates, Inc.
Jan. 13, 2020
Harry Russell Ballinger (American, 1892 - 1993), 20th C. oil on canvas, "Mohegan Fog", depicts surf crashing on rocks, signature LR,...
Est: $400 - $800
Harry Russell Ballinger (American, 1892 - 1993), 20th C. oil on canvas, "Mohegan Fog", depicts surf crashing on rocks, signature LR, North Shore Arts Association label attached verso, condition consistent with age including toning and minor surface wear, ss: 29 1/2" h. x 39 1/2" w.
Winter Associates, Inc.
Oct. 26, 2019
HARRY RUSSELL BALLINGER AMERICAN 1892-1994
Est: $500 - $700
Waves Breaking on Beach, oil on canvas, 24 3/4 x 20 1/2 in (62.8 x 52.07 cm), signed lower right, Property of a private collector in Canton, CT who obtained it directly from the artist in the 1980's
Trinity International Auctions & Appraisals, LLC
Oct. 26, 2019
HARRY RUSSELL BALLINGER AMERICAN 1892-1993
Est: $600 - $900
Winter Landscape, oil on canvas, 22 1/4 x 19 1/4 in (69.2 x 48.8 cm), Property of a private collector in Canton, CT who obtained it directly from the artist in the 1980's
Trinity International Auctions & Appraisals, LLC
Oct. 20, 2019
Harry Russell Ballinger Illustration Art
Est: $400 - $600
Harry Russell Ballinger Illustration Art. A watercolor on illustration board of an elegant couple lounging, the man in white tie, the woman in a pink silk gown. by Harry Russell Ballinger (American, 1892-1993). Signed "HR Ballinger---" lower right, dated 1927. Size: board is 20.5" X 26", frame is 22" X 27.5". CONDITION Artist board is very slightly toned, otherwise, not examined out of frame.
Barry S. Slosberg Inc
Jun. 09, 2019
HARRY RUSSELL BALLINGER, (AMERICAN 1892–1993), "EAST RIVER"
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
HARRY RUSSELL BALLINGER (american 1892–1993) "EAST RIVER" Signed 'HR Ballinger' bottom right; also inscribed with title and artist on upper stretcher verso, oil on canvas 20 x 30 in. (50.8 x 76.2cm) provenance: The Estate of Paul and Clara Kellner. Stair Galleries, sale of October 29, 2016, lot 144. Acquired directly from the above. Private Collection, New York, New York.
Freeman's | Hindman
Feb. 16, 2019
Harry Russell Ballinger American Born 1892
Est: $200 - $400
Watercolor on paper Rockport, MA listed artist. Measures 30" Wide x 20" Tall
Searchlight / Saucon Valley Auctions
Jan. 26, 2019
Harry Russell Ballinger (1892-1993), oil on canvas, "Connecticut in Spring", signed lower right: H.R. Ballinger, label on verso: Pur...
Est: $300 - $500
Harry Russell Ballinger (1892-1993), oil on canvas, "Connecticut in Spring", signed lower right: H.R. Ballinger, label on verso: Purchased from BAllinger Studio. July 3, 1962 Spring. 31" x 40"
Nadeau's Auction Gallery
Jun. 09, 2018
HARRY RUSSELL BALLINGER AMERICAN 1892-1994
Est: $800 - $1,200
Waves Breaking on Beach, oil on canvas, 24 3/4 x 20 1/2 in (62.8 x 52.07 cm), signed lower right, Property of a private collector in Canton, CT who obtained it directly from the artist in the 1980's
Trinity International Auctions & Appraisals, LLC
Jun. 09, 2018
HARRY RUSSELL BALLINGER AMERICAN 1892-1993
Est: $800 - $1,200
Winter Landscape, oil on canvas, 22 1/4 x 19 1/4 in (69.2 x 48.8 cm), Property of a private collector in Canton, CT who obtained it directly from the artist in the 1980's
Trinity International Auctions & Appraisals, LLC
Apr. 07, 2018
HARRY RUSSELL BALLINGER, Connecticut, 1892-1993, "Clearing",, Oil on canvas, 25" x 30". Framed 30" x 35".
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
HARRY RUSSELL BALLINGER Connecticut, 1892-1993 "Clearing", depicting a shore scene with shacks and lobster pots. Signed lower right "H.R. Ballinger". Titled on upper stretcher bar. Oil on canvas, 25" x 30". Framed 30" x 35".
Eldred's
Dec. 08, 2017
Harry Russell Ballinger, painting
Est: $700 - $1,000
Harry Russell Ballinger (American, 1892-1993), Barges on the East River, oil on canvas, 24"h x 36"w (sight), 28"h x 40"l (framed)
Millea Bros Ltd