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Painter, b. 1864 - d. 1954

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  • WALTER OTTO (OTTO WALTER) BECK, AMERICAN 1864-1954, MAJOR GEORGE WASHBURN, 133RD INFANTRY REGIMENT, NEW YORK, Pastel on paper laid on board, 40 1/2 x 31 in. (102.9 x 78.7 cm.), Frame: 42 x 2 x 33 1/2 in. (106.7 x 5.1 x 8
    Jun. 25, 2026

    WALTER OTTO (OTTO WALTER) BECK, AMERICAN 1864-1954, MAJOR GEORGE WASHBURN, 133RD INFANTRY REGIMENT, NEW YORK, Pastel on paper laid on board, 40 1/2 x 31 in. (102.9 x 78.7 cm.), Frame: 42 x 2 x 33 1/2 in. (106.7 x 5.1 x 8

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    WALTER OTTO (OTTO WALTER) BECK AMERICAN, 1864-1954 MAJOR GEORGE WASHBURN, 133RD INFANTRY REGIMENT, NEW YORK Pastel on paper laid on board Verso inscribed on stretcher bar: Maj. Washburn / Feb 14 [19], 1915; verso board handwritten label: Major Washburn Catalogue note: George Washburn enrolled into the 133rd Regiment Infantry organized in New York City by the Metropolitan Police (the 133rd were known as the Second Metropolitan Guard); he mustered in on September 24, 1862. As captain of Company K Major Washburn saw action in Louisiana from 1863 to 1864; and in the Shenandoah Valley Campaign under Sheridan in 1864. Captain Washburn was promoted to major on December 24, 1864. The 133rd were mustered out June 6, 1865. (Source: https://civilwarintheeast.com/us-regiments-batteries/new-york-regiments-and-batteries/133rd-new-york/).

    Potomack Company
  • WALTER OTTO (OTTO WALTER) BECK, AMERICAN 1864–1954, FIRST LIEUTENANT FREDERICK BARGER, 49TH INFANTRY REGIMENT, NEW YORK, Pastel on paper laid on board, Sight: 38 1/2 x 31 in. (97.8 x 78.7 cm.), Frame: 41 1/2 x 2 x 33 1/2
    Jun. 25, 2026

    WALTER OTTO (OTTO WALTER) BECK, AMERICAN 1864–1954, FIRST LIEUTENANT FREDERICK BARGER, 49TH INFANTRY REGIMENT, NEW YORK, Pastel on paper laid on board, Sight: 38 1/2 x 31 in. (97.8 x 78.7 cm.), Frame: 41 1/2 x 2 x 33 1/2

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    WALTER OTTO (OTTO WALTER) BECK AMERICAN, 1864–1954 FIRST LIEUTENANT FREDERICK BARGER, 49TH INFANTRY REGIMENT, NEW YORK Pastel on paper laid on board Verso board label: Col Barger; verso board inscription: Vets R...; verse board inscription: One of these / stretchers / is not / square; verso stretcher bar: 419 Washington Ave Brooklyn Catalogue note: Frederick Barger enrolled into the 49th Infantry Regiment in Westfield, NY, at the age of 19. He mustered in as Sergeant-of-Company G of the 49th in August of 1861; he was promoted to Second Lieutenant in April of 1862, and First Lieutenant in September that same year. He was wounded at the Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia, on December 13, 1862, having been hit by shrapnel. His right forearm was amputated in a field hospital. (Source: https://mcclurgmuseum.org/cchsnys/mp/mp-barger-more-2013/mp-barger-more-2013.html) Walter Otto Beck's calendar note: 1911, Fred. C Barger, Trustee was sketched; Tuesday 7th Jan, 1913, met with Col. Barger (Source: Otto Walter Beck Papers, 1913-1918, Smithsonian Archives of American Art)

    Potomack Company
  • (6) Walter Otto Beck Paintings
    Apr. 25, 2026

    (6) Walter Otto Beck Paintings

    Est: $1,500 - $2,500

    (American/New York/Ohio, 1864-1954). To include: (A) Tempera and starch on paper. Titled: "Loge's Bride II, 36". Unsigned. Undated. Sight size: 6" high x 8" wide. Unframed but mounted to a mat measuring: 24" high x 19 1/4" wide. (B) Tempera and starch on paper. Titled: "The Winged Steps, II, 32". Signed and dated lower left "WB '19". Sight size: 8" high x 7" wide. Unframed but mounted to a mat measuring: 24" high x 19" wide. (C) Tempera and starch on paper. Titled: "Skipping". Signed and dated lower right "WB. " Sight size: 6 3/4" high x 19" wide. Unframed but mounted to a mat measuring: 19" high x 24" wide. (D) Tempera and starch on paper. Titled: "Good Friday Night, I, 22". Signed upper right "WB". Sight size: 5 1/2" high x 8 1/4" wide. Unframed but mounted to a mat measuring: 24" high x 19" wide. (E) Tempera and starch on paper. Untitled work. Signed lower center "WB". Dated upper right 1919. Sight size: 5 1/4" high x 7 1/4" wide. Unframed but mounted to a mat measuring: 24" high x 19" wide. (F) Tempera and starch on paper. Titled: "Caught, II, 59". Unsigned and undated. Sight size: 7" high x 9" wide. Unframed but mounted to a mat measuring: "24" high x 19" wide". All are in good condition consistent with age and use. Some minor imperfections to surfaces. Matting on all shows minor discoloration. (B) Shows minor paint loss. (E) and (F) show minor paper loss to edges. IMPORTANT- Please note: all items are sold as is, where is, with all faults. Marion Antique Auctions encourages all bidders to examine items prior to bidding, if at all possible, in person. Please seek a condition report prior to the auction. All statements made by Marion Antique Auctions with regard to condition, age, or material are stated as our opinion, and should in no way be construed as a guarantee of any kind as to age, condition, materials, or any other feature of items being sold. All sales are final. We do not give refunds.

    Marion Antique Auctions
  • (5) Walter Otto Beck Paintings
    Apr. 25, 2026

    (5) Walter Otto Beck Paintings

    Est: $2,000 - $4,000

    (American/New York/Ohio, 1864-1954). To include: (A) Tempera and starch on paper. "Lotus". Flower Series. Signed and dated lower right "WB '31". Sight size: 18 1/4" high x 23 1/4" wide. In a gilt frame under glass measuring: 26 1/2" high x 32" wide. (B) Tempera and starch on paper. "Lotus Flower Series". In grisaille. Signed upper right "WB '31". Sight size: 18 1/2" high x 23 1/2" wide. In a painted white wood frame under glass measuring: 20 1/2" high x 25 1/2" wide. (C) Tempera and starch on paper. "Water Lily". Dated 1923. Signed and dated lower right "WB '23". Sight size: 14" high x 18 1/2" wide. In a silver gilt frame under glass measuring: 24" high x 28 1/2" wide. (D) Tempera and starch on paper. "Waterlilies with Carp". Signed middle left "WB '31". Sight size: 19" high x 24" wide. In a painted white wood frame under glass measuring: 20 3/4" high x 25 1/2" wide. (E) Tempera and starch film on paper. "Fauna Series, 28". Signed lower left "W. Beck, September 18, 1924." Sight size: 15 1/2" high x 18 1/2" wide. In a silver gilt frame under glass measuring: 24" high x 27" wide. Lots C, D, and E Provenance: William Vareika Fine Arts Ltd., Newport, Rhode Island. Paintings are in good condition with minor imperfections consistent with age. Not removed from frames. White painted frames show wear, paint loss and imperfections. Minor imperfections to gilt frames. IMPORTANT- Please note: all items are sold as is, where is, with all faults. Marion Antique Auctions encourages all bidders to examine items prior to bidding, if at all possible, in person. Please seek a condition report prior to the auction. All statements made by Marion Antique Auctions with regard to condition, age, or material are stated as our opinion, and should in no way be construed as a guarantee of any kind as to age, condition, materials, or any other feature of items being sold. All sales are final. We do not give refunds.

    Marion Antique Auctions
  • (4) Walter Otto Beck Paintings
    Apr. 25, 2026

    (4) Walter Otto Beck Paintings

    Est: $2,000 - $4,000

    (American/New York/Ohio, 1864-1954). To include: (A) Tempera and starch on paper. Titled: "Tree Series, Series X, 4". 1931. Signed and dated upper right: "WB '31". Sight size: 19" high x 8" wide. In a silver gilt frame under glass measuring: 26 3/4" high x 16" wide. (B) Tempera and starch on paper. Titled: "Tree Series B, 26". 1931. Signed and dated upper right "WB '31". Sight size: 19" high x 12" wide. In a silver gilt frame under glass measuring: 27" high x 20" wide. (C) Tempera and starch on paper. Titled: "Tree Series B, 3". 1931. Signed and dated lower left "WB '31". Sight size: 18 3/4" high x 10 3/4" wide. In a silver gilt frame under glass measuring: 26 3/4" high x 18 3/4" wide. (D) Tempera and starch on paper. Titled: "Tree Series, Series 10, 3". 1931. Signed and dated lower right "WB '31". Sight size: 18 3/4" high x 12" wide. In a silver gilt frame under glass measuring: 26 3/4" high x 20" wide. Provenance: Richard York Gallery, New York and Meredith Ward Fine Art, New York. All are in good condition consistent with age and use. Some minor discoloration and imperfections to paper. Not removed from frames. Minor imperfections to frames. IMPORTANT- Please note: all items are sold as is, where is, with all faults. Marion Antique Auctions encourages all bidders to examine items prior to bidding, if at all possible, in person. Please seek a condition report prior to the auction. All statements made by Marion Antique Auctions with regard to condition, age, or material are stated as our opinion, and should in no way be construed as a guarantee of any kind as to age, condition, materials, or any other feature of items being sold. All sales are final. We do not give refunds.

    Marion Antique Auctions
  • Water Beck (1864-1954) Fauna Series 17, Tempera and starch on paper, 6 1/4 x 8 1/4", 13 1/2 x 16" framed
    Mar. 07, 2026

    Water Beck (1864-1954) Fauna Series 17, Tempera and starch on paper, 6 1/4 x 8 1/4", 13 1/2 x 16" framed

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Water Beck (1864-1954) Fauna Series 17, Tempera and starch on paper, 6 1/4 x 8 1/4", 13 1/2 x 16" framed

    Bakker Auctions
  • Water Beck (1864-1954) Floral Still Life, 1931, Tempera and starch on paper on board, 23 1/2 x 18 1/4" sight, 28 1/2 x 23 1/2" framed
    Mar. 07, 2026

    Water Beck (1864-1954) Floral Still Life, 1931, Tempera and starch on paper on board, 23 1/2 x 18 1/4" sight, 28 1/2 x 23 1/2" framed

    Est: $1,200 - $1,600

    Water Beck (1864-1954) Floral Still Life, 1931, Tempera and starch on paper on board, 23 1/2 x 18 1/4" sight, 28 1/2 x 23 1/2" framed

    Bakker Auctions
  • OTTO WALTER BECK (AMERICAN, 1864-1954).
    Nov. 09, 2025

    OTTO WALTER BECK (AMERICAN, 1864-1954).

    Est: $600 - $900

    'Portrait of a Woman in a Bonnet Hat and Elaborate Shaw'. Circa 1918. Pastel on arched topped embossed and gilt edged cardboard. Signed and dated lower right. Note: Born near Dayton, Ohio, Walter Beck became a well-known late 19th century artist who worked in a wide range of mediums and subject matter. He even perfected a new painting technique using a starch-film on blotting paper. In the 1930s, he turned his talents to landscape design and began creating 'Innisfree', one of the premier gardens in the United States near Millbrook, NY. Property of a private Pelham Manor, NY club. Dimensions: 28" h x 23.50" w. Frame: 31.25" h x 27.25" w.

    Clarke Auction Gallery
  • Walter Otto Beck (1864-1954) Flower Series II (Magic of the Marshes), Tempera and starch on paper, 19 x 7 3/4", 27 x 15 3/4" framed
    Oct. 18, 2025

    Walter Otto Beck (1864-1954) Flower Series II (Magic of the Marshes), Tempera and starch on paper, 19 x 7 3/4", 27 x 15 3/4" framed

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    Walter Otto Beck (1864-1954) Flower Series II (Magic of the Marshes), Tempera and starch on paper, 19 x 7 3/4", 27 x 15 3/4" framed

    Bakker Auctions
  • Walter Otto Beck (1864-1954) Fauna Series 10, 1941, Tempera and starch on paper, 19 x 10 1/4", 27 x 17 3/4" framed
    Oct. 18, 2025

    Walter Otto Beck (1864-1954) Fauna Series 10, 1941, Tempera and starch on paper, 19 x 10 1/4", 27 x 17 3/4" framed

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    Walter Otto Beck (1864-1954) Fauna Series 10, 1941, Tempera and starch on paper, 19 x 10 1/4", 27 x 17 3/4" framed

    Bakker Auctions
  • Walter Beck (1864- 1954) Tree Series No. 3, 1931, Tempera and starch on paper, 19 x 8", 26 x 16" framed
    Jun. 01, 2024

    Walter Beck (1864- 1954) Tree Series No. 3, 1931, Tempera and starch on paper, 19 x 8", 26 x 16" framed

    Est: $3,000 - $5,000

    Walter Beck (1864- 1954) Tree Series No. 3, 1931, Tempera and starch on paper, 19 x 8", 26 x 16" framed

    Bakker Auctions
  • Walter Otto Beck (1864-1954, NY, OH), Flower
    Aug. 19, 2023

    Walter Otto Beck (1864-1954, NY, OH), Flower

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    Series 13, tempera painting. Signed and dated at lower left WB 23 (1923). Sight size 16" x 10". Overall 24" x 18". Good condition, scratch on paper. Provenance: Richard York Gallery, New York. Meredith Ward Fine Art New York.

    Marion Antique Auctions
  • WALTER OTTO BECK, New York/Ohio, 1864-1954, "Fauna Series 19"., Tempera and starch on paper, 9.25" x 14". Framed 17.5" x 26.5".
    Nov. 20, 2020

    WALTER OTTO BECK, New York/Ohio, 1864-1954, "Fauna Series 19"., Tempera and starch on paper, 9.25" x 14". Framed 17.5" x 26.5".

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    WALTER OTTO BECK New York/Ohio, 1864-1954 "Fauna Series 19". Initialed lower right "WB". Titled verso. Provenance:Richard York Gallery, New York. Meredith Ward Fine Art, New York. Private Collection, Rhode Island. Tempera and starch on paper, 9.25" x 14". Framed 17.5" x 26.5".

    Eldred's
  • WALTER OTTO BECK (AMERICAN, 1864-1954) THE OLD GUARD OF NEW YORK, 1914 Pastel on paper: 59 1/2 x 72 in. (sight)
    Oct. 06, 2020

    WALTER OTTO BECK (AMERICAN, 1864-1954) THE OLD GUARD OF NEW YORK, 1914 Pastel on paper: 59 1/2 x 72 in. (sight)

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    WALTER OTTO BECK (AMERICAN, 1864-1954) THE OLD GUARD OF NEW YORK, 1914 Pastel on paper: 59 1/2 x 72 in. (sight) Framed; verso inscribed: Painted by/ Water Beck/ 1914

    Potomack Company
  • WALTER OTTO BECK, (American, 1864-19654). THE OLD GUARD OF NEW YORK, 7th REGIMENT, 1914. Signed. Pastel on paper.
    Apr. 09, 2020

    WALTER OTTO BECK, (American, 1864-19654). THE OLD GUARD OF NEW YORK, 7th REGIMENT, 1914. Signed. Pastel on paper.

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    WALTER OTTO BECK, (American, 1864-19654). THE OLD GUARD OF NEW YORK, 7th REGIMENT, 1914. Signed. Pastel on paper. - 58 1/2 in. x 48 1/4 in.

    Sloans & Kenyon
  • O. Beck. Autumn Scene.
    Mar. 08, 2020

    O. Beck. Autumn Scene.

    Est: $100 - $200

    Watercolor on paper, 15 x 10 1/2 inches. Signed O. Beck and dated 1888, l.r. Possibly the work of Walter Otto Beck (1864 - 1954).

    Casco Bay Auctions
  • WALTER OTTO BECK, (American, 1864-19654). THE OLD GUARD OF NEW YORK, 7th REGIMENT, Circa 1914. Signed. Pastel on paper.
    Feb. 02, 2020

    WALTER OTTO BECK, (American, 1864-19654). THE OLD GUARD OF NEW YORK, 7th REGIMENT, Circa 1914. Signed. Pastel on paper.

    Est: $1,500 - $2,500

    WALTER OTTO BECK, (American, 1864-19654). THE OLD GUARD OF NEW YORK, 7th REGIMENT, Circa 1914. Signed. Pastel on paper. - Framed, 58 1/2 in. x 48 1/2 in.

    Sloans & Kenyon
  • WALTER OTTO BECK, (American, 1864-19654). THE OLD GUARD OF NEW YORK, 7th REGIMENT, Circa 1914. Signed. Pastel on paper.
    Feb. 02, 2020

    WALTER OTTO BECK, (American, 1864-19654). THE OLD GUARD OF NEW YORK, 7th REGIMENT, Circa 1914. Signed. Pastel on paper.

    Est: $1,500 - $2,500

    WALTER OTTO BECK, (American, 1864-19654). THE OLD GUARD OF NEW YORK, 7th REGIMENT, Circa 1914. Signed. Pastel on paper. - 58 1/2 in. x 48 1/2 in.

    Sloans & Kenyon
  • WALTER OTTO BECK, (American, 1864-19654). THE OLD GUARD OF NEW YORK, 7th REGIMENT, 1914. Signed. Pastel on paper.
    Feb. 02, 2020

    WALTER OTTO BECK, (American, 1864-19654). THE OLD GUARD OF NEW YORK, 7th REGIMENT, 1914. Signed. Pastel on paper.

    Est: $1,500 - $2,500

    WALTER OTTO BECK, (American, 1864-19654). THE OLD GUARD OF NEW YORK, 7th REGIMENT, 1914. Signed. Pastel on paper. - 58 1/2 in. x 48 1/4 in.

    Sloans & Kenyon
  • WALTER OTTO BECK, (American, 1864-19654). THE OLD GUARD OF NEW YORK, 7th REGIMENT, Circa 1914. Signed. Pastel on paper.
    Feb. 02, 2020

    WALTER OTTO BECK, (American, 1864-19654). THE OLD GUARD OF NEW YORK, 7th REGIMENT, Circa 1914. Signed. Pastel on paper.

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    WALTER OTTO BECK, (American, 1864-19654). THE OLD GUARD OF NEW YORK, 7th REGIMENT, Circa 1914. Signed. Pastel on paper. - Framed, 59 in. x 70 3/4 in.

    Sloans & Kenyon
  • WALTER OTTO BECK, (American, 1864-19654). THE OLD GUARD OF NEW YORK, 7th REGIMENT, 1914. Signed. Pastel on paper.
    Feb. 02, 2020

    WALTER OTTO BECK, (American, 1864-19654). THE OLD GUARD OF NEW YORK, 7th REGIMENT, 1914. Signed. Pastel on paper.

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    WALTER OTTO BECK, (American, 1864-19654). THE OLD GUARD OF NEW YORK, 7th REGIMENT, 1914. Signed. Pastel on paper. - Framed, 59 in. x 70 3/4 in.

    Sloans & Kenyon
  • Walter Beck ALS, Signed 1928
    Jun. 24, 2017

    Walter Beck ALS, Signed 1928

    Est: $150 - $250

    Walter Beck (1864-1954), Also Known as: Otto Walter Beck, Otto W. Beck. Awarded silver medal for "In His Presence," Sesqui-Centennial Exposition, Philadelphia Life member National Arts Club; member Architectural League, Arts Club (Washington). member National Arts Club; member Architectural League, Arts Club (Washington). Teacher Cincinnati Academy Fine Arts, Rockwood Pottery, Pratt Institute, Brooklyn. ALS, 6x6.75 inches. We ship most items in house. Exclusions include furniture, oversized framed artwork and heavier items. Please inquire for shipping quotes.

    Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
  • BECK, Walter Otto. Pastel of a Beauty in a Garden. Pencil signed lower right. Walter Otto Beck, American, active in New York, 1864 - 1954. From a New Rochelle, NY home. Dimensions: 24" high x 18.75" wide. Condition: Good, not examined out of frame.
    Feb. 24, 2013

    BECK, Walter Otto. Pastel of a Beauty in a Garden. Pencil signed lower right. Walter Otto Beck, American, active in New York, 1864 - 1954. From a New Rochelle, NY home. Dimensions: 24" high x 18.75" wide. Condition: Good, not examined out of frame.

    Est: $300 - $500

    Pencil signed lower right. Walter Otto Beck, American, active in New York, 1864 - 1954. From a New Rochelle, NY home. Dimensions: 24" high x 18.75" wide. Condition: Good, not examined out of frame.

    Clarke Auction Gallery
  • Landscape by Otto Walter Beck
    Jul. 19, 2003

    Landscape by Otto Walter Beck

    Est: $300 - $600

    (New York, born 1864), farmstead with split-rail fence in rolling landscape, signed lower right and inscribed “Stitler Home...Otto W Beck Aug 21 86,” oil on canvas, original stretcher and tacking edge, crackle and grime, 21-1/4 x 27-1/4", carved oak frame with ribbon and leaf decoration

    Brunk Auctions
  • Farmyard scene by Otto Walter Beck
    Jul. 19, 2003

    Farmyard scene by Otto Walter Beck

    Est: $200 - $400

    (New York, 1864-1954), ducks and chickens in farmyard with stream, signed lower right “Otto Beck..5/7/86,” watercolor on paper laid down n fiberboard, 11-7/8 x 9-5/8", distressed wood frame

    Brunk Auctions
  • Fall landscape by Otto Walter Beck
    Jul. 19, 2003

    Fall landscape by Otto Walter Beck

    Est: $300 - $600

    (New York, 1864-1954), stand of trees in meadow, signed verso and inscribed “Painted by Otto Walter Beck...Sept. 1884...Shaker Meadow Autumn” and “Painted in Sept 84 Beck,” attached tag with typed inscriptions, oil on canvas, crackle, cupping, cleavage, 12-3/8 x 17", gilt silver and stained wood frame

    Brunk Auctions
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