William Ward Beecher Paintings & Artwork for Sale | William Ward Beecher Art Value Price Guide

Feb. 01, 2025
Poster by William W. Beecher - Fly TWA Germany (Schwarzwald, Burg Hohenzollern)
Est: €280 - €400
Fly TWA Germany (Schwarzwald, Burg Hohenzollern) - 63,5x102, ca. 1958, early version with the Super Constellation by William W. Beecher (1921-2006)
Van Sabben Poster Auctions
Jan. 04, 2025
William Ward Beecher (1921-2006) Oil On Canvas
Est: -
Floral Still Life In An Architectural Niche. Studio Label On Back. Bonhams Provenance. Other Provenance With Uptown Gallery. Signed On The Lower Right Hand Corner. Frame Measuring Approximately 24 By 19.5 Inches. Image Measuring Approximately 20 By 16 Inches. Nr30384 Ja
EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Dec. 15, 2024
William Ward Beecher (American 1921-2006) Lithograph, 'Seance' Signed
Est: $100 - $120
Beecher, William Ward (American 1921-2006) Black & White Lithograph titled, "Seance". Signed. Beecher was born in New York. He specialized in 'Trompe L'Oeil' images and is included in the Metropolitan Museum of New York collection. This image was printed by Associated American Artists circa 1955 and is included in the collection of the Fine Arts Museum of San Francisco. Weight: Approx. 0.5lbs Measurements: Approx. image 9.75"x11.5"; mat 14"x18" (PH489). Domestic Shipping: $45
Carnegie's Auction Gallery
Oct. 22, 2024
William Ward Beecher, Untitled (trompe-l'œil)
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
William Ward Beecher Untitled (trompe-l'œil) 1953 oil on canvas board 11.875 h x 15.875 w in (30 x 40 cm) Signed to lower right 'William Ward Beecher '53'. This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Oct. 19, 2024
Original Vintage 1950s TWA Travel Poster Germany
Est: $400 - $500
Beecher, William Ward TWA - Germany Offset ca. 1954 40.1 x 24.8 in. (102 x 63 cm) Printer: Litho in USA Condition Details: (B+) was folded, minor tears, creases, and needle holes at the edges#USA #Germany #Travel #Airlines #TWA
PosterConnection Inc.
Oct. 15, 2024
William Ward Beecher (American 1921–2006), Seance, Lithograph, Signed l.r. and titled l.l., Unframed, Image Size: 11 5/8 x 9 3/4 in. (29.5 x 24.8 cm.), Sheet Size: 15 1/2 x 12 3/4 in. (39.4 x 32.4 cm.)
Est: $30 - $50
William Ward Beecher (American 1921–2006), Seance, Lithograph, Signed l.r. and titled l.l., Unframed, Property from the Estate of George Zorin
Weschler's
Sep. 17, 2024
William Ward Beecher (American 1921–2006), Seance, Lithograph, Signed l.r. and titled l.l., Unframed, Image Size: 11 5/8 x 9 3/4 in. (29.5 x 24.8 cm.), Sheet Size: 15 1/2 x 12 3/4 in. (39.4 x 32.4 cm.)
Est: $100 - $200
William Ward Beecher (American 1921–2006), Seance, Lithograph, Signed l.r. and titled l.l., Unframed, Property from the Estate of George Zorin
Weschler's
Jan. 21, 2024
William Ward Beecher Surrealist Oil on Canvas
Est: $400 - $600
William Ward Beecher (American, 1921-2006), Surrealist Oil on Canvas, 1949, signed and dated lower right. Image: 19.5" H x 23.5" W; frame: 22.5" H x 25.75" W. Provenance: From a Manhattan Collector. Keywords: Paintings, Surrealism, Nude woman, Arches
Auctions at Showplace
May. 07, 2023
William Ward Beecher (American 1921-2006) Lithograph, 'Séance' Signed
Est: $100 - $120
Beecher, William Ward (American 1921-2006) Black & White Lithograph titled, "Seance". Signed. Beecher was born in New York. He specialized in 'Trompe L'Oeil' images and is included in the Metropolitan Museum of New York collection. This image was printed by Associated American Artists circa 1955 and is included in the collection of the Fine Arts Museum of San Francisco. Weight Approx., 0.5lbs Measures Approx.: image 9.75"x11.5"; mat 14"x18". Domestic Shipping: $15
Global Auctions Company
Dec. 11, 2022
William Ward Beecher (American 1921-2006) Lithograph, 'Séance' Signed
Est: $120 - $150
Beecher, William Ward (American 1921-2006) Black & White Lithograph titled, "Seance". Signed. Beecher was born in New York. He specialized in 'Trompe L'Oeil' images and is included in the Metropolitan Museum of New York collection. This image was printed by Associated American Artists circa 1955 and is included in the collection of the Fine Arts Museum of San Francisco. Weight Approx., 0.5lbs Measures Approx.: image 9.75"x11.5"; mat 14"x18". Domestic Shipping: $15
Global Auctions Company
Sep. 25, 2022
William Ward Beecher (American, 1921-2006), "Boy on a Ladder at the Edge of Night"
Est: $800 - $1,200
William Ward Beecher (American, 1921-2006) "Boy on a Ladder at the Edge of Night" oil on board signed and dated "William Ward Beecher, 86" and inscribed on verso 47 1/2 x 47 1/2 inches (sight) 49 3/4 x 49 3/4 inches (frame)
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Aug. 20, 2022
BEECHER, William Ward (1921-2006). Fly TWA / New England. C...
Est: $250 - $350
BEECHER, William Ward (1921-2006). Fly TWA / New England. Circa 1950s. 40 x 24 7/8”. Linen backed. Tiny chip replaced at lower left. A-.
Potter & Potter Auctions Inc.
Feb. 05, 2022
Poster by William W. Beecher - Fly TWA New England (Super Constellation)
Est: €360 - €700
Fly TWA New England (Super Constellation) - 63,5x101,5, ca. 1955 by William W. Beecher (1921-2006)
Van Sabben Poster Auctions
Sep. 09, 2021
WILLIAM WARD BEECHER: SEANCE
Est: $100 - $200
1952; lithograph; signed in pencil lower right; titled lower left; Provenance: from the Estate of Dr. Norman Levine and the late Morelle Lasky Levine, Los Angeles; 11 5/8 x 9 3/4 inches
Abell Auction
Sep. 04, 2021
Travel Poster TWA Airlines Germany Cuckoo Clock Lockheed Constellation
Est: £90 - £180
Original vintage travel poster inviting tourists to visit Germany, issued by Trans World Airlines / TWA featuring a great design by the notable American artist William Ward Beecher (1921-2006) depicting a cuckoo clock on a wooden wall with a butterfly flying towards an open window, with a view of a castle on a hill, with trees and a plane flying above in the blue skies, text in red, and stylised text in white below the image. The Lockheed Constellation ("Connie") is shown flying above a castle in the window. Connie was a propeller plane built from 1943-1958 for both military and civilian use. Trans World Airlines (TWA) was a major American airline from 1924-2001, when it was acquired by American Airlines. Fair condition, paper losses, trimmed unevenly on the right edge, tears, restored tears, minor staining. Country of issue: USA, designer: William Ward Beecher, size (cm): 95x61, year of printing: 1950s
Antikbar Original Vintage Posters
May. 15, 2021
WILLIAM WARD BEECHER (AMERICAN, 1921-2006)
Est: $300 - $600
WILLIAM WARD BEECHER (AMERICAN, 1921-2006) Sanctuary Watercolor on paper, signed lower right and dated 1947. A hooded figure standing before a red chair and green-tableclothed table with a rose-adorned plinth atop. Inscription to verso with title. Sight: 17.5" height, 22.25" width; frame: 24.5" height, 29.5" width
Selkirk Auctioneers & Appraisers
May. 15, 2021
WILLIAM WARD BEECHER (AMERICAN, 1921-2006)
Est: $500 - $1,000
WILLIAM WARD BEECHER (AMERICAN, 1921-2006) Atomicomment Oil on board, signed lower right. Surrealist landscape scene depicting a ball-jointed figure cast in celestial spotlight, elusions of alternate planes; cloth and gilt wood frame. Title inscribed to verso of board with the following "Into the midst of the obviousness of our lives - has come a key - to open a door - a passage, feebly lighted as yet - lies on the other side - which leads to perhaps a better equipped "theatre" - or oblivion. W.B. '48" Sight: 16" height, 19.5" width; frame: 24.5" height, 28.25" width
Selkirk Auctioneers & Appraisers
Nov. 21, 2020
William Beecher (American, 1921-2006), "Hillside Barn", oil on board, signed lower right, 18" x 24".
Est: $200 - $400
William Beecher (American, 1921-2006), "Hillside Barn", oil on board, signed lower right, 18" x 24".
Nadeau's Auction Gallery
Feb. 27, 2020
STEINBECK'S WILLIAM WARD BEECHER LITHOGRAPH
Est: $100 - $200
William Ward Beecher (American 1921-2006) Seance Lithograph. Signed in plate. A gift to John and Elaine on their second anniversary. Inscribed "for John & Elaine on their 2nd anniversary - with love Jean Marie and Bill 1952" Provenance: The Estate of John and Elaine Steinbeck
Curated Estates
Feb. 01, 2020
GERMANY. FLY TWA . BEECHER WILLIAM WARD
Est: €250 - €350
Litography-Fototipia. GERMANY. FLY TWA. Author: BEECHER William Ward. Ca.1952. Cm 99x64. Inches 39x25. Germany. Onlinen. Condition: A- // Litografía-Fototipia. GERMANY. FLY TWA. Autor: BEECHER William Ward. Ca.1952. Cm 99x64. Alemania. Entelado. Condition: A-
Original Poster Barcelona
Jan. 25, 2020
Beecher, William Ward (1921–2006). Boston. Fly TWA. Circa 1955.
Est: $300 - $400
Beecher, William Ward (1921–2006). Boston. Fly TWA. Circa 1955. A striking image of a Boston harbor as seen through a marina window. 40 x 25”. Light inpainting – done using archival methods – to edges. A. Linen backed.
Potter & Potter Auctions Inc.
Jan. 16, 2020
GERMANY. FLY TWA . BEECHER WILLIAM WARD
Est: €250 - €350
Litography-Fototipia. GERMANY. FLY TWA. Author: BEECHER William Ward. Ca.1952. Cm 99x64. Inches 39x25. Germany. Onlinen. Condition: A- // Litografía-Fototipia. GERMANY. FLY TWA. Autor: BEECHER William Ward. Ca.1952. Cm 99x64. Alemania. Entelado. Condition: A-
Original Poster Barcelona
Jul. 27, 2019
WILLIAM WARD BEECHER (American, 1921-2006)
Est: $200 - $300
WILLIAM WARD BEECHER (American, 1921-2006), surrealist seascape with net and head, mixed media collage with gouache background, in shadowbox frame, signed lower right. Craquelure, few small pieces loose in frame. Sight 12''h, 18''w, overall 18''h, 24''w. (Fine Art)
South Bay Auctions Inc
Feb. 23, 2019
Wm Ward Beecher 1921-2006 Owl in Armor, Color M/M
Est: $200 - $300
William Ward Beecher, American, 1921-2006, Owl in Armor, drawing in ink wash, graphite, and watercolor, signed, dated 1964., Property Title: From the Estate of Barbara Farnsworth of West Cornwall, CT. She was the life partner of the late Harry L. Colley II. Barbara was born on June 18th 1934 in New York City, the daughter of the late William and Margaret (Leczer) Blaha. Barbara graduated from Middlebury College in 1955 and worked as an oil and gas researcher at McGraw Hill. She married Clyde H. Farnsworth on September 3, 1956. They moved to Europe in 1963 where Clyde was a New York Times foreign correspondent in London, Brussels and Paris, and Barbara worked as a correspondent for the Economist magazine. In 1978, Barbara returned to the United States and acquired Martin Gold's book shop in West Cornwall. Over the next 40 years, as a member of ABAA, she grew the business into one of the most respected antiquarian bookstores in America. (BFAR3011) (TC)
Litchfield Auctions
Feb. 23, 2019
William Ward Beecher Flock of Tanagers...Pastel
Est: $200 - $300
William Ward Beecher, American, 1921-2006, "A Flock of Tanagers on a Snowy Field at Dusk", pastel, signed and dated 98 lower right, artist label on verso. Property Title: From the Estate of Barbara Farnsworth of West Cornwall, CT. She was the life partner of the late Harry L. Colley II. Barbara was born on June 18th 1934 in New York City, the daughter of the late William and Margaret (Leczer) Blaha. Barbara graduated from Middlebury College in 1955 and worked as an oil and gas researcher at McGraw Hill. She married Clyde H. Farnsworth on September 3, 1956. They moved to Europe in 1963 where Clyde was a New York Times foreign correspondent in London, Brussels and Paris, and Barbara worked as a correspondent for the Economist magazine. In 1978, Barbara returned to the United States and acquired Martin Gold's book shop in West Cornwall. Over the next 40 years, as a member of ABAA, she grew the business into one of the most respected antiquarian bookstores in America. (BFAR3023) (TC)
Litchfield Auctions
Feb. 23, 2019
William Ward Beecher "Rhapsody in Blue", M/M 1960
Est: $200 - $300
William Ward Beecher, American, 1921-2006, "Rhapsody in Blue", (city corner under lamp and moonlight), mixed media, signed, dated 1960, and with impressed printed signature, titled verso. Property Title: From the Estate of Barbara Farnsworth of West Cornwall, CT. She was the life partner of the late Harry L. Colley II. Barbara was born on June 18th 1934 in New York City, the daughter of the late William and Margaret (Leczer) Blaha. Barbara graduated from Middlebury College in 1955 and worked as an oil and gas researcher at McGraw Hill. She married Clyde H. Farnsworth on September 3, 1956. They moved to Europe in 1963 where Clyde was a New York Times foreign correspondent in London, Brussels and Paris, and Barbara worked as a correspondent for the Economist magazine. In 1978, Barbara returned to the United States and acquired Martin Gold's book shop in West Cornwall. Over the next 40 years, as a member of ABAA, she grew the business into one of the most respected antiquarian bookstores in America. (BFAR3010) (TC)
Litchfield Auctions
Feb. 23, 2019
William Ward Beecher 1921-2006, Angel, W/C
Est: $200 - $300
William Ward Beecher, American, 1921-2006, Standing Angel, watercolor, incised signature and date 1990 lower right. Property Title: From the Estate of Barbara Farnsworth of West Cornwall, CT. She was the life partner of the late Harry L. Colley II. Barbara was born on June 18th 1934 in New York City, the daughter of the late William and Margaret (Leczer) Blaha. Barbara graduated from Middlebury College in 1955 and worked as an oil and gas researcher at McGraw Hill. She married Clyde H. Farnsworth on September 3, 1956. They moved to Europe in 1963 where Clyde was a New York Times foreign correspondent in London, Brussels and Paris, and Barbara worked as a correspondent for the Economist magazine. In 1978, Barbara returned to the United States and acquired Martin Gold's book shop in West Cornwall. Over the next 40 years, as a member of ABAA, she grew the business into one of the most respected antiquarian bookstores in America. (BFAR3022) (TC)
Litchfield Auctions
Feb. 23, 2019
William Ward Beecher Hydrangeas M/M
Est: $200 - $300
William Ward Beecher, American, 1921-2006, White Hydrangea Blossoms, mixed media on paper, signed and dated 01 lower right. Property Title: From the Estate of Barbara Farnsworth of West Cornwall, CT. She was the life partner of the late Harry L. Colley II. Barbara was born on June 18th 1934 in New York City, the daughter of the late William and Margaret (Leczer) Blaha. Barbara graduated from Middlebury College in 1955 and worked as an oil and gas researcher at McGraw Hill. She married Clyde H. Farnsworth on September 3, 1956. They moved to Europe in 1963 where Clyde was a New York Times foreign correspondent in London, Brussels and Paris, and Barbara worked as a correspondent for the Economist magazine. In 1978, Barbara returned to the United States and acquired Martin Gold's book shop in West Cornwall. Over the next 40 years, as a member of ABAA, she grew the business into one of the most respected antiquarian bookstores in America. (BFAR3033) (TC)
Litchfield Auctions
Feb. 21, 2019
Fly TWA - Germany Clock Original Vintage Poster
Est: $700 - $1,000
TWA (Trans World Airlines) was formed in 1924 as Transcontinental & Western Air. The airline’s first route was New York to Los Angeles, soon followed by multiple National routes. The airline expanded to serve Europe, the Middle East and Asia after WWII when the company was under the control of Howard Hughes, owner from 1939 until 1961. Hughes was a dominant force in expanding and promoting the routes flown by his company. The economy was vastly improving, and travels through air for business and pleasure increased too. Posters were a key element to promoting this form of travel and TWA. The airline started a decline in the 1970s that ended up in a third bankruptcy that caused their acquisition by American Airlines in 2001. The airline operated in 132 destinations worldwide and had a fleet size of 190. This image was designed by William Ward Beecher ( 1921 – 2006) depicts the Constellation propeller plane flying over the countryside as viewed through the open window with the iconic German cuckoo clock on the wall. This is an Original Vintage Poster; it is not a reproduction. This poster is conservation mounted, linen backed, and in excellent condition. We guarantee the authenticity of all of our posters.
The Ross Art Group, Inc
Jan. 31, 2019
Five Lithographs by Various Artists
Est: $200 - $300
Five lithographs by various artists, including William Ward Beecher, Benjamin Rubin and Edwin Kaufman. 1) William Ward Beecher (American 1921 - 2006), pencil signed "William Ward Beecher" lower right. Titled "Repos" in pencil lower left. Measures 12.25" x 16.25" sheet size. 2) Benjamin Rubin (Austrian/American 1896 - 1998), pencil signed "Benjamin Rubin" lower right. Measures 16" x 11-3/8" sheet size. 3) Edwin Kaufman (American 1906 - 1939), pencil signed "Edwin Kaufman" lower right. Also signed, titled and dated "E. Kaufman St. Tropez '30" in plate lower right. Additionally, numbered and titled "13/15 La Rue, St. Tropez" in pencil lower left. Measures 14" x 12" sheet size. 4) Two unsigned etchings. One measures 16" x 11.5" sheet size. The other measures 12-3/8" x 19.25" sheet size. All are unframed, loose and not mounted or glued down. Provenance: Amity Art Foundation, Inc. collection. We ship most items in this auction in house and gladly combine shipping if possible of multiple items.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Dec. 01, 2018
Fly TWA. Boston.
Est: $400 - $600
Beecher, William Ward (1921 – 2006). Fly TWA. Boston. Circa 1955. Vintage travel poster. 40 ¼ x 24 ¾”. Wrinkles at edges and scattered chips restored; B+. Linen backed.
Potter & Potter Auctions Inc.
Oct. 25, 2018
William Ward Beecher Lithograph
Est: $50 - $75
William Ward Beecher original signed lithograph. Signed in pencil "William Ward Beecher" lower right. Titled in pencil lower left. Measures 16 1/8" x 12 1/8" sheet size. Excellent condition, small strips of tape at top corners. Unframed, loose and not glued or mounted. Provenance: Amity Art Foundation, Inc. collection. We ship most items in this auction in house and gladly combine shipping if possible of multiple items.
Grant Zahajko Auctions, LLC
Oct. 10, 2018
William Ward Beecher, O/M Floral Still Life
Est: $400 - $600
(Connecticut, 1921-2006), "Lilies in Mason Jar" oil on masonite titled, signed, © 76, Berkshire Art Entry Form and Beecher label verso. Frame size: 35" high, 27" wide. Provenance: Property of a Warren, CT Estate.
Schwenke Auctioneers
May. 10, 2018
FLY TWA - GERMANY CLOCK ORIGINAL VINTAGE TRAVEL POSTER
Est: $700 - $1,000
TWA (Trans World Airlines) was formed in 1924 as Transcontinental & Western Air. The airline's first route was New York to Los Angeles, soon followed by multiple National routes. The airline expanded to serve Europe, the Middle East and Asia after WWII when the company was under the control of Howard Hughes, owner from 1939 until 1961. Hughes was a dominant force in expanding and promoting the routes flown by his company. The economy was vastly improving, and travels through air for business and pleasure increased too. Posters were a key element to promoting this form of travel and TWA. The airline started a decline in the 1970s that ended up in a third bankruptcy that caused their acquisition by American Airlines in 2001. The airline operated in 132 destinations worldwide and had a fleet size of 190. This image was designed by William Ward Beecher ( 1921 - 2006) depicts the Constellation propeller plane flying over the countryside as viewed through the open window with the iconic German cuckoo clock on the wall. This is an Original Vintage Poster; it is not a reproduction. This poster is conservation mounted, linen backed, and in excellent condition. We guarantee the authenticity of all of our posters.
The Ross Art Group, Inc
Jan. 25, 2018
FLY TWA - GERMANY CLOCK ORIGINAL VINTAGE POSTER
Est: $700 - $1,000
TWA (Trans World Airlines) was formed in 1924 as Transcontinental & Western Air. The airline's first route was New York to Los Angeles, soon followed by multiple National routes. The airline expanded to serve Europe, the Middle East and Asia after WWII when the company was under the control of Howard Hughes, owner from 1939 until 1961. Hughes was a dominant force in expanding and promoting the routes flown by his company. The economy was vastly improving, and travels through air for business and pleasure increased too. Posters were a key element to promoting this form of travel and TWA. The airline started a decline in the 1970s that ended up in a third bankruptcy that caused their acquisition by American Airlines in 2001. The airline operated in 132 destinations worldwide and had a fleet size of 190. This image was designed by William Ward Beecher ( 1921 - 2006) depicts the Constellation propeller plane flying over the countryside as viewed through the open window with the iconic German cuckoo clock on the wall. This is an Original Vintage Poster; it is not a reproduction. This poster is conservation mounted, linen backed, and in excellent condition. We guarantee the authenticity of all of our posters.
The Ross Art Group, Inc
Oct. 21, 2017
WILLIAM WARD BEECHER (American, 1921-2006)
Est: $400 - $600
WILLIAM WARD BEECHER (American, 1921-2006), surrealist seascape with net and head, mixed media collage with gouache background, in shadowbox frame, signed lower right. Craquelure, few small pieces loose in frame. Sight 12''h, 18''w, overall 18''h, 24''w. (Fine Art, Modern)
South Bay Auctions Inc
Oct. 21, 2017
WILLIAM WARD BEECHER (American, 1921-2006)
Est: $400 - $600
WILLIAM WARD BEECHER (American, 1921-2006), surrealist beach scene with shell and eye, mixed media collage with gouache background, in shadowbox frame, signed lower right. Craquelure, background waving. Sight 12''h, 18''w, overall 18''h, 24''w. (Fine Art, Modern)
South Bay Auctions Inc
Jun. 17, 2017
William Ward Beecher ' Seance' Lithograph
Est: -
Signed in lower right. In good condition. Paper Measures approximately 16" x 12.5". Nr8487
EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Feb. 11, 2016
WILLIAM BEECHER Germany. Fly TWA
Est: €350 - €450
Ad poster commissioned by TWA airlines, promoting an idealised Germany. Lithograph, linen backed, B+ condition. Dimensions in inches: 39 x 25.2''. Cartel publicitario encargado por las aerolíneas TWA, que publicita una visión idealizada de Alemania. Impreso en litografía. Entelado, conservación B+.
Original Poster Barcelona
Oct. 13, 2015
* William Ward Beecher, (American, b. 1921), Stonelain
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
William Ward Beecher (American, b. 1921) Stonelain glazed and incised earthenware vessel incised William Ward Beecher to the bottom of the butterfly panel Height 9 1/2 inches.
Hindman
Dec. 13, 2014
William Ward Beecher gouache and watercolor
Est: $200 - $400
William Ward Beecher (American 1921-2006)- Souvenir-Trompe-l'Oeil- gouache and watercolor on paper, signed 'William W. Beecher' lower center, good condition. 9 3/4 x 13 5/8''
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Jan. 29, 2013
William Ward Beecher (American,1921-2006),
Est: £100 - £150
William Ward Beecher (American,1921-2006), ABANDONED GENERAL STORE Signed and dated l.r., oil on board 40 x 50cm
Sworders