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Painter, Illustrator, Caricaturist, b. 1898 - d. 1962

(b 1898; d 1962) Born in Austria, Ludwig Bemelmans moved to the United States in 1914 and enlisted in the army during the First World War. After the War, he worked in the hotel business before turning to a career as an author, illustrator and artist. He wrote and illustrated his best known work, the children’s book Madeline, in 1939, as well as fourteen other books over his career. Bemelmans considered himself an artist and illustrator first and his work includes many cover illustrations for the New Yorker, the design of a Broadway set, and famous murals in New York’s Carlyle Hotel. He became a serious painter towards the end of his life and a few of his works are on display in the Metropolitan Museum in New York and the Museé National d'Art of Paris.

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            • Ludwig Bemelmans (American/Austrian, 1898–1962) And Dragged Her Safe from a Watery Grave, 1953
              Dec. 05, 2024

              Ludwig Bemelmans (American/Austrian, 1898–1962) And Dragged Her Safe from a Watery Grave, 1953

              Est: $20,000 - $30,000

              Ludwig Bemelmans (American/Austrian, 1898–1962) And Dragged Her Safe from a Watery Grave, 1953 ink, watercolor, gouache on board 22 3/4 x 16 3/4 in. (57.8 x 42.4 cm) This lot is located in Philadelphia.

              Freeman’s | Hindman
            • Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Untitled, from A Tale of Two Glimps, 1947 sight 15 3/4 x 17 1/2 in. (40 x 44.4 cm)
              Oct. 24, 2024

              Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Untitled, from A Tale of Two Glimps, 1947 sight 15 3/4 x 17 1/2 in. (40 x 44.4 cm)

              Est: $4,000 - $6,000

              Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Untitled, from A Tale of Two Glimps, 1947 unsigned watercolor, gouache, crayon and ink on paper sight 15 3/4 x 17 1/2 in. (40 x 44.4 cm)

              Bonhams
            • Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Untitled, from A Tale of Two Glimps, 1947 sight 17 1/2 x 17 in. (44.4 x 43.2 cm)
              Oct. 24, 2024

              Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Untitled, from A Tale of Two Glimps, 1947 sight 17 1/2 x 17 in. (44.4 x 43.2 cm)

              Est: $4,000 - $6,000

              Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Untitled, from A Tale of Two Glimps, 1947 unsigned watercolor, gouache, crayon, paper collage and ink on paper sight 17 1/2 x 17 in. (44.4 x 43.2 cm)

              Bonhams
            • Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Woman and Dog, Rotisserie Perigourdine, Paris, 1955 24 x 17 in. (61 x 43.2 cm)
              Oct. 24, 2024

              Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Woman and Dog, Rotisserie Perigourdine, Paris, 1955 24 x 17 in. (61 x 43.2 cm)

              Est: $10,000 - $15,000

              Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Woman and Dog, Rotisserie Perigourdine, Paris, 1955 signed 'Bemelmans' (lower right) gouache, ink and pencil on paper 24 x 17 in. (61 x 43.2 cm)

              Bonhams
            • Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Barbara's Yorkshire Terrier 'Tinkel', 1943 8 1/8 x 12 3/4 in. (20.6 x 32.4 cm)
              Oct. 24, 2024

              Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Barbara's Yorkshire Terrier 'Tinkel', 1943 8 1/8 x 12 3/4 in. (20.6 x 32.4 cm)

              Est: $3,000 - $5,000

              Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Barbara's Yorkshire Terrier 'Tinkel', 1943 signed 'Bemelmans' (lower right), titled, inscribed and dated 'Hollywood 1943' (on the reverse) oil on canvasboard 8 1/8 x 12 3/4 in. (20.6 x 32.4 cm)

              Bonhams
            • THREE BY LUDWIG BEMELMANS. BEMELMANS, LUDWIG. 1898-1962. 3 titles:
              Oct. 24, 2024

              THREE BY LUDWIG BEMELMANS. BEMELMANS, LUDWIG. 1898-1962. 3 titles:

              Est: $600 - $900

              THREE BY LUDWIG BEMELMANS. BEMELMANS, LUDWIG. 1898-1962. 3 titles: 1. Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep. New York: Viking, 1943. 8vo. Original cloth, slipcase. LIMITED EDITION, number XCV of 400, SIGNED. 2. Father, Dear Father. New York: Viking Press, 1953. 8vo. Original red cloth, lacking slipcase. LIMITED EDITION, number 13 of 151 copies with an ORIGINAL ILLUSTRATION in ink and watercolor of a poodle, SIGNED. 3. My Life in Art. New York: Harper and Bros, 1958. 4to. Original cloth, dust jacket.

              Bonhams
            • Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Romanoff's Restaurant 18 x 20 in. (45.7 x 50.8 cm)
              Oct. 24, 2024

              Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Romanoff's Restaurant 18 x 20 in. (45.7 x 50.8 cm)

              Est: $4,000 - $6,000

              Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Romanoff's Restaurant signed 'Bemelmans' (lower right) oil on corrugated cardboard 18 x 20 in. (45.7 x 50.8 cm)

              Bonhams
            • Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) A Normandy Farm 20 3/4 x 35 in. (52.7 x 88.9 cm)
              Oct. 24, 2024

              Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) A Normandy Farm 20 3/4 x 35 in. (52.7 x 88.9 cm)

              Est: $6,000 - $8,000

              Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) A Normandy Farm signed 'Bemelmans' (lower left) gouache, ink and pencil on illustration board 20 3/4 x 35 in. (52.7 x 88.9 cm)

              Bonhams
            • Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Chef Bad Hat 16 1/2 x 20 1/2 in. (41.9 x 52.1 cm)
              Oct. 24, 2024

              Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Chef Bad Hat 16 1/2 x 20 1/2 in. (41.9 x 52.1 cm)

              Est: $1,500 - $2,500

              Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Chef Bad Hat signed 'Bemelmans' (lower right) gouache, pen and ink on paper 16 1/2 x 20 1/2 in. (41.9 x 52.1 cm)

              Bonhams
            • Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Swans; Elephant and Acrobat (Two Works) 9 3/4 x 7 1/2 in. (24.8 x 19.1 cm); 8 1/4 x 5 1/2 in. (21 x 14 cm), respectively
              Oct. 24, 2024

              Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Swans; Elephant and Acrobat (Two Works) 9 3/4 x 7 1/2 in. (24.8 x 19.1 cm); 8 1/4 x 5 1/2 in. (21 x 14 cm), respectively

              Est: $3,000 - $5,000

              Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Swans; Elephant and Acrobat (Two Works) signed 'Bemelmans' (lower left and lower right, respectively) Swans ink and wash on joined paper; Elephant ink and crayon on paper 9 3/4 x 7 1/2 in. (24.8 x 19.1 cm); 8 1/4 x 5 1/2 in. (21 x 14 cm), respectively

              Bonhams
            • Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Rose approximately 7 3/4 x 8 1/2 in. (19.7 x 21.6 cm)
              Oct. 24, 2024

              Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Rose approximately 7 3/4 x 8 1/2 in. (19.7 x 21.6 cm)

              Est: $1,000 - $1,500

              Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) Rose signed 'Bemelmans' (lower right) watercolor and ink on paper approximately 7 3/4 x 8 1/2 in. (19.7 x 21.6 cm)

              Bonhams
            • Ludwig Bemelmans
              Oct. 23, 2024

              Ludwig Bemelmans

              Est: $4,000 - $6,000

              Hungarian/American, 1898-1962 Madeline Signed Bemelmans (lr) Gouache on paper 12 3/4 x 9 7/8 inches (Framed 16 1/2 x 15 3/8 inches) The sheet is toned at the edges.

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            • Ludwig Bemelmans
              Oct. 09, 2024

              Ludwig Bemelmans

              Est: $3,000 - $5,000

              Hungarian/American, 1898-1962 Pepito Signed Bemelmans (lr) Gouache and ink on paper 12 3/4 x 9 7/8 inches (32.4 x 25.1 cm) Unframed Provenance: The artist Private collection, New York (gift from the above) By descent to the present owner Lightly toned; few tiny specs of pigment loss in his hat.

              DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
            • Ludwig Bemelmans
              Oct. 09, 2024

              Ludwig Bemelmans

              Est: $3,000 - $5,000

              Hungarian/American, 1898-1962 Madeline Signed Bemelmans (lc); inscribed 12 (ur) Gouache and ink on paper 12 3/4 x 9 7/8 inches (32.4 x 25.1 cm) Unframed Provenance: The artist Private collection, New York (gift from the above) By descent to the present owner Lightly toned.

              DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
            • Ludwig Bemelmans (American, 1898-1962) Ink on Paper "Drawing", H 20.25" W 15"
              Jul. 19, 2024

              Ludwig Bemelmans (American, 1898-1962) Ink on Paper "Drawing", H 20.25" W 15"

              Est: $400 - $600

              An original drawing by Austro-American artist and illustrator Ludwig Bemelmans, most well-known for his illustrations for "Madeline." Exemplary of his energetic linework. Signed in pencil lower right. Frame dimensions H 28.25" W 22.25" Provenance: Property from a Private Collector, Traverse City, Michigan

              DuMouchelles
            • Ludwig Bemelmans (American, 1898-1962) Ink on Paper "Drawing", H 17" W 11.5"
              Jul. 19, 2024

              Ludwig Bemelmans (American, 1898-1962) Ink on Paper "Drawing", H 17" W 11.5"

              Est: $600 - $1,000

              Signed in brown ink lower right. An original ink drawing of circus performers by illustrator Ludwig Bemelmans (known for his illustrations for the popular children's book Madeline) drawn on the verso of a hotel dinner menu. Framed in double-sided frame. Frame dimensions H 24.75" W 19" Provenance: Property from a Private Collector, Traverse City, Michigan

              DuMouchelles
            • Ludwig Bemelmans
              Jul. 18, 2024

              Ludwig Bemelmans

              Est: $500 - $700

              Austrian/American, 1898-1962 The Policeman's Warning Initialed L.B. (lr) Watercolor and pencil on paper Sight 8 3/4 x 6 5/8 inches (22.2 x 16.8 cm) (Frame: 16 x 13 1/4 inches) Not examined out of the frame. Toning, staining, and minor creases.

              DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
            • LUDWIG BEMELMANS (AMERICAN, 1898-1962)
              Jun. 30, 2024

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS (AMERICAN, 1898-1962)

              Est: $800 - $1,200

              'Tiger at the Zoo (To The Tiger in the Zoo, Madeline Just says "Pooh, Pooh")'. Colored Lithograph. Signed and edition numbered '39/300' lower margins in pencil. Property of a Manhattan, NYC estate. Dimensions Image: 24" h x 19.635" w. Frame: 36.50" h x 28.75" w.

              Clarke Auction Gallery
            • LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962) "Buy War Bonds."
              Jun. 20, 2024

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962) "Buy War Bonds."

              Est: $8,000 - $12,000

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962) "Buy War Bonds." Cover illustration for Town and Country, June 1942. Mixed media on board. 30 x 22 inches. Signed in lower right image.

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            • LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962) Easel and seascape.
              Jun. 20, 2024

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962) Easel and seascape.

              Est: $1,000 - $1,500

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962) Easel and seascape. Illustration for the title page of On Board Noah's Ark (New York: Viking, 1962). Watercolor on paper. 24 x 19 inches. Estate stamp signature lower right: "L. Bemelmans." Inscribed "Page 1, Title Page" on verso.

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            • LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962) "Five Dollar Patron."
              Jun. 20, 2024

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962) "Five Dollar Patron."

              Est: $800 - $1,200

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962) "Five Dollar Patron." Study for a character from the book, Small Beer (New York: Viking, 1939). Ink and watercolor and pencil on paper. 6 1/2 x 6 inches. Includes sketch of Pepito on verso. Signed. "Five Dollar Patron" refers to the deepness of the bow by Gabriel, the Maître de of the Cocofinger Palace Hotel. The patron who tips $5 receives a bow in between the "One Dollar Patron" and the "Ten Dollar Patron."

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            • LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962) Erotica drawing with related papers.
              Jun. 20, 2024

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962) Erotica drawing with related papers.

              Est: $3,000 - $6,000

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962) Erotica drawing with related papers. Christmas greeting illustration, circa 1940-1970. Ink and gouache on tracing paper. 12 x 12 inches. Plus approximately 30 letters, printed ephemera and photographs sent from Bemelmans to friends. Various sizes and media. Drawing inscribed: "Merry Christmas and a happy New Year. Le fumeur de pipe."

              Swann Auction Galleries
            • Ludwig Bemelmans
              Jun. 11, 2024

              Ludwig Bemelmans

              Est: $3,000 - $5,000

              Austrian/American, 1898-1962 Pepito Signed Bemelmans (lc) Ink and gouache on paper 12 3/4 x 9 7/8 inches (32.4 x 25.1 cm) Unframed Paper slightly toned. Some minor handling creases along edges

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            • Ludwig Bemelmans
              Jun. 11, 2024

              Ludwig Bemelmans

              Est: $3,000 - $5,000

              Austrian/American, 1898-1962 Madeline Signed Bemelmans (lc); inscribed 6 (ur) Ink and gouache on paper 12 3/4 x 9 7/8 inches (32.4 x 25.1 cm) Unframed Paper slightly toned. A few faint tiny brown spots. Minor handling wear at extreme sheet edges.

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            • LUDWIG BEMELMANS, MADELINE 'OH, GENEVIEVE' OIL
              May. 16, 2024

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS, MADELINE 'OH, GENEVIEVE' OIL

              Est: $20,000 - $30,000

              Ludwig Bemelmans (Austrian, American 1898-1962). 'Oh, Genevieve, Where Can You Be?', oil on canvas laid to board, apparently unsigned. Unframed. Note: Primarily a book illustrator, Ludwig Bemelmans was also a painter of impressionist style paintings. As an illustrator, he was known for his "Madeline" series, which began in 1939. Provenance: The Collection of Jerome and Bridget Dobson, Atlanta, GA; acquired from Sotheby's New York, sale 7397, Decmeber 1, 1999, part of Lot 246; commissioned from the artist by Aristotle Onassis in 1953. Note: as documented by Sotheby's in their catalog listing, "In 1953, Aristotle Onassis commissioned Bemelmans to paint 15 mural panels for the playroom on his yacht "The Christina", named for his daughter. The mural were painted after illustrations that appeared in several of the author's Madeline books. Some of the murals differ slightly from the book illustrations; they are Bemelmans' adaptations from the original compositions in "Madeline's Rescue" and "Madeline and the Bad Hat", as the artist often completed more paintings than necessary for a particular book." Approximate dimensions: painting h. 66.75", w. 22.5"; board h. 68.25", w. 24", d. 1"

              Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
            • LUDWIG BEMELMANS, MADELINE 'PUPPET SHOW' OIL
              May. 16, 2024

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS, MADELINE 'PUPPET SHOW' OIL

              Est: $15,000 - $25,000

              Ludwig Bemelmans (Austrian/American, 1898-1962). ''Puppet Show', oil on canvas laid to board, signed to LR. Unframed. Note: Primarily a book illustrator, Ludwig Bemelmans was also a painter of impressionist style paintings. As an illustrator, he was known for his "Madeline" series, which began in 1939. Provenance: The Collection of Jerome and Bridget Dobson, Atlanta, GA; acquired from Sotheby's New York, sale 7397, Decmeber 1, 1999, part of Lot 246; commissioned from the artist by Aristotle Onassis in 1953. Note: as documented by Sotheby's in their catalog listing, "In 1953, Aristotle Onassis commissioned Bemelmans to paint 15 mural panels for the playroom on his yacht "The Christina", named for his daughter. The mural were painted after illustrations that appeared in several of the author's Madeline books. Some of the murals differ slightly from the book illustrations; they are Bemelmans' adaptations from the original compositions in "Madeline's Rescue" and "Madeline and the Bad Hat", as the artist often completed more paintings than necessary for a particular book." Approximate dimensions: painting h. 37.75", w. 22.5"; board h. 39.25", w. 24", d. 1"

              Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
            • BEMELMANS, COVER OF 'MADELINE AND THE BAD HAT' OIL
              May. 16, 2024

              BEMELMANS, COVER OF 'MADELINE AND THE BAD HAT' OIL

              Est: $15,000 - $25,000

              Ludwig Bemelmans (Austrian, American 1898-1962). 'Madeline and the Bad Hat', oil on canvas laid to board, signed to LR. Unframed. Note: Primarily a book illustrator, Ludwig Bemelmans was also a painter of impressionist style paintings. As an illustrator, he was known for his "Madeline" series, which began in 1939. Provenance: The Collection of Jerome and Bridget Dobson, Atlanta, GA; acquired from Sotheby's New York, sale 7397, Decmeber 1, 1999, part of Lot 246; commissioned from the artist by Aristotle Onassis in 1953. Note: as documented by Sotheby's in their catalog listing, "In 1953, Aristotle Onassis commissioned Bemelmans to paint 15 mural panels for the playroom on his yacht "The Christina", named for his daughter. The mural were painted after illustrations that appeared in several of the author's Madeline books. Some of the murals differ slightly from the book illustrations; they are Bemelmans' adaptations from the original compositions in "Madeline's Rescue" and "Madeline and the Bad Hat", as the artist often completed more paintings than necessary for a particular book." Approximate dimensions: painting h. 37.75", w. 22.5"; board h. 39.25", w. 24", d. 1"

              Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
            • LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962)
              May. 11, 2024

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962)

              Est: $1,000 - $2,000

              "Relaxing Beatnik" ink and ink wash on paper 5 3/4 x 9 inches. signed. framed 12 x 15 1/2 inches (overall)

              John McInnis Auctioneers
            • Ludwig Bemelmans Mixed-Media on Paper
              Apr. 07, 2024

              Ludwig Bemelmans Mixed-Media on Paper

              Est: $10,000 - $12,000

              Ludwig Bemelmans, Listed, American, ( 1898-1962 ) ( Flower Wagon on Brooklyn Bridge ), mixed media on paper. Signed lower right, Bemelmans. Titled in verso with a gallery label. Measures: 15" x 12", and : 21,5" x 16,5" with the frame. In good Condition.

              1stBid
            • LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962) OIL (MADELINE) SIGNED
              Feb. 23, 2024

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962) OIL (MADELINE) SIGNED

              Est: $5,000 - $8,000

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962) OIL (MADELINE) SIGNED

              Auction by Daum
            • Ludwig Bemelmans "Madeline" Original Signed Illustration
              Feb. 20, 2024

              Ludwig Bemelmans "Madeline" Original Signed Illustration

              Est: $100 - $1,000

              DESCRIPTION: Original signed illustration by Ludwig Bemelmans for the book "Madeline", written in 1939. It represents a garden scene details with tree branch and a pair of swans. Bemelmans signature, Bemelmans Madeline stamp, and inscriptions that reads: "Detail St. James Park"; and "Sketch for Madeline In London". Madeline is the first in the book series of six, later expanded by the author’s grandson to 17, which inspired the Madeline media franchise. Inspired by the life experiences of its author/illustrator, the book is considered one of the major classics of children's literature through the age range of 3 to 8 years old. The book is known for its rhyme scheme and colorful images of Paris, with an appeal to both children and adults. CIRCA: 20th Century ORIGIN: Austria/USA DIMENSIONS: H: 12 1/2" W: 9" CONDITION: Good condition. Paper display some discoloration and minor stains. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email.

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            • LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962) OIL (MADELINE) SIGNED
              Jan. 26, 2024

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962) OIL (MADELINE) SIGNED

              Est: $1,600 - $8,000

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962) OIL (MADELINE) SIGNED

              Auction by Daum
            • Ludwig Bemelmans (Austrian/Hungarian, 1898-1962) The Orchestra Leader at Maxim's, Paris, Gouache on Paper, Signed, Verso bears Christie's labels, Sight-22" x 16 1/2", Framed, Overall-29 1/4" x 23 1/4". Note: This work...
              Jan. 20, 2024

              Ludwig Bemelmans (Austrian/Hungarian, 1898-1962) The Orchestra Leader at Maxim's, Paris, Gouache on Paper, Signed, Verso bears Christie's labels, Sight-22" x 16 1/2", Framed, Overall-29 1/4" x 23 1/4". Note: This work...

              Est: $8,000 - $12,000

              Ludwig Bemelmans (Austrian/Hungarian, 1898-1962) The Orchestra Leader at Maxim's, Paris, Gouache on Paper, Signed, Verso bears Christie's labels, Sight-22" x 16 1/2", Framed, Overall-29 1/4" x 23 1/4". Note: This work is illustrated in the book, The Best of Times, by the artist, published 1948, page 58. The lot is accompanied by a copy of the book.

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            • LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962) OIL (MADELINE) SIGNED
              Jan. 12, 2024

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962) OIL (MADELINE) SIGNED

              Est: $1,600 - $8,000

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962) OIL (MADELINE) SIGNED

              Auction by Daum
            • LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962) OIL (MADELINE) SIGNED
              Dec. 14, 2023

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS (1898-1962) OIL (MADELINE) SIGNED

              Est: $1,600 - $8,000

              Framed original On Board Rare Oil 29" X 22" Painting 38 1/2" X 31 1/2" Frame size Signed Authentic Painting. With Stamp. (1898-1962) Ludwig Bemelsmans can be seen at the Carlyle Hotel in New York City Austrian came to this country when he was 17, lived in NY NY author and Painter La Madeline by Bemelmans, The Best of times published by Simon and Schuster- New York the painting and frame in excellent condition. the book in fair condition see pictures but all in tact inside excellent condition. Red book is not included on this item.

              Auction by Daum
            • LUDWIG BEMELMANS Pepito.
              Dec. 14, 2023

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS Pepito.

              Est: $3,000 - $4,000

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS Pepito. Portrait of Pepito from the Madeline book series in his characteristic "bad hat" and scarf, n.d. Mixed media on paper. 330x254 mm; 13x10 inches (framed). Signed "Bemelmans" in lower right image. Inscription on verso: "This drawing was used in the movie, 'You've got Mail.'"

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            • LUDWIG BEMELMANS "Rome Express."
              Dec. 14, 2023

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS "Rome Express."

              Est: $2,000 - $3,000

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS "Rome Express." Illustration published in chapter 7 of Father, Dear Father (New York: Viking Press,1953). Pen and ink on paper. 229x298 mm; 9x11 3/4 inches. Yellowing and embrittlement caused by light exposure. Risidual tape and tape residue on corners. Initialled in lower right sheet.

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            • LUDWIG BEMELMANS "Still Life with Wine, Cheese, and Fruit"
              Dec. 14, 2023

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS "Still Life with Wine, Cheese, and Fruit"

              Est: $10,000 - $15,000

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS "Still Life with Wine, Cheese, and Fruit" Illustration created for the Office of War Information. Gouache on board, c. 1942. 762x508 mm; 30x20 inches. Unsigned. A rare work that has never been to auction or on exhibit, "Still Life with Wine, Cheese, and Fruit" was created by Bemelmans for the Office of War Information (OWI). Established in June 1942, the OWI was responsible for developing programs to inform the public and promote war efforts. The informational works were designed to encourage the Allies to keep fighting, support unliberated countries to maintain their struggle, and weaken the will of the Axis powers. Bemelmans was recruited to the project by Toby Moss, chief of the Graphic Art Section for the Bureau of Overseas Publications. Moss had previously spent five years at Time Incorporated where, as an art director, he helped design the now iconic LIFE Magazine logo. From 1941 through 1945, he assembled a stellar staff of graphic designers, layout artists, and typographers. He was also tasked to supplement the talent on his team with outside illustrators including Bemelmans, who had already achieved notoriety with the initial U.S. publication of Madeline in 1939. The two men collaborated and became friends in the process. Under Moss' leadership, the Graphics Division produced tens of thousands of pieces of printed propaganda in almost two dozen languages.

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            • LUDWIG BEMELMANS "The magician, as he took his pill . . . " from Madeline's Christmas.
              Dec. 14, 2023

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS "The magician, as he took his pill . . . " from Madeline's Christmas.

              Est: $30,000 - $40,000

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS "The magician, as he took his pill . . . " from Madeline's Christmas. Illustration published on pages 18-19 of the original special insert in the Christmas edition of McCall's magazine, 1956. Madeline's Christmas was later published as a hardcover bound edition in 1985 (New York: Viking Kestrel) with a different version of this illustration. Casein on board. 508x622 mm; 20x24 1/2 inches. Signed "Bemelmans" in lower right. Professionally restored. The "Madeline and the Magician" image from Madeline's Christmas depicts the moment after which Madeline thaws the frozen merchant/magician. He, in turn, asks what he can do for her. The full caption reads: "The magician, as he took his pill, said 'Ask me, Madeline, what you will.' Said she, 'I've cooked a dinner nutritious. Will you please help me with the dishes?'" The 1956 version includes a green lamp hanging from the ceiling which does not appear in the 1985 publication. A copy of the insert is included.

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            • LUDWIG BEMELMANS "Sky and Sea Landscape"
              Dec. 14, 2023

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS "Sky and Sea Landscape"

              Est: $10,000 - $15,000

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS "Sky and Sea Landscape" Illustration created for the Office of War Information. Gouache on board, c. 1942. 711x508 mm; 28x20 inches. Unsigned. A rare work that has never been to auction or on exhibit, "Sky and Sea Landscape" was created by Bemelmans for the Office of War Information (OWI). Established in June 1942, the OWI was responsible for developing programs to inform the public and promote war efforts. The informational works were designed to encourage the Allies to keep fighting, support unliberated countries to maintain their struggle, and weaken the will of the Axis powers. Bemelmans was recruited to the project by Toby Moss, chief of the Graphic Art Section for the Bureau of Overseas Publications. Moss had previously spent five years at Time Incorporated where, as an art director, he helped design the now iconic LIFE Magazine logo. From 1941 through 1945, he assembled a stellar staff of graphic designers, layout artists, and typographers. He was also tasked to supplement the talent on his team with outside illustrators including Bemelmans, who had already achieved notoriety with the initial U.S. publication of Madeline in 1939. The two men collaborated and became friends in the process. Under Moss' leadership, the Graphics Division produced tens of thousands of pieces of printed propaganda in almost two dozen languages.

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            • Ludwig Bemelmans (American, 1898-1962) Watercolor And Ink on Paper, "What a Catch!", H 9" W 9"
              Nov. 17, 2023

              Ludwig Bemelmans (American, 1898-1962) Watercolor And Ink on Paper, "What a Catch!", H 9" W 9"

              Est: $1,500 - $3,000

              Signed in the lower right. Depicting a frog looking up to a dragonfly. Matted and framed under acrylic, H 18.75", W 18.75". Provenance: Hammer Galleries, New York, New York, 18836-17 (paper label affixed verso); From a Private Collection, Bloomfield Township, MI

              DuMouchelles
            • Place de la Concorde
              Nov. 14, 2023

              Place de la Concorde

              Est: $15,000 - $25,000

              Ludwig Bemelmans 1898 - 1962 Place de la Concorde signed Bemelmans (lower right) oil on canvas 25 by 27 in. 63.8 by 68.6 cm.

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            • LUDWIG BEMELMANS (AUSTRIAN/AMERICAN, 1898-1962).
              Nov. 12, 2023

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS (AUSTRIAN/AMERICAN, 1898-1962).

              Est: $4,000 - $6,000

              "Cap d'Antibes". Mixed media on paper laid on board. Signed lower right. Titled lower left. From a W 12th St, Manhattan, NY estate.

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            • LUDWIG BEMELMANS (AUSTRIAN/AMERICAN, 1898-1962).
              Nov. 12, 2023

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS (AUSTRIAN/AMERICAN, 1898-1962).

              Est: $2,000 - $3,000

              "Madeline". Gouache on paper. Signed lower right. From a Larchmont, NY collection.

              Clarke Auction Gallery
            • Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962): Seated Nude
              Nov. 09, 2023

              Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962): Seated Nude

              Est: $2,000 - $4,000

              Oil on paperboard, signed 'Bemelmans' lower right. 15 x 10 1/2 in., 18 1/2 x 14 1/2 in. (frame). 

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            • Ludwig Bemelmans (Austrian/Hungarian, 1898-1962) The Orchestra Leader at Maxim's, Paris, Gouache on Paper, Signed, Verso bears Christie's labels, Sight-22" x 16 1/2", Framed, Overall-29 1/4" x 23 1/4". Note: This work...
              Nov. 04, 2023

              Ludwig Bemelmans (Austrian/Hungarian, 1898-1962) The Orchestra Leader at Maxim's, Paris, Gouache on Paper, Signed, Verso bears Christie's labels, Sight-22" x 16 1/2", Framed, Overall-29 1/4" x 23 1/4". Note: This work...

              Est: $8,000 - $12,000

              Ludwig Bemelmans (Austrian/Hungarian, 1898-1962) The Orchestra Leader at Maxim's, Paris, Gouache on Paper, Signed, Verso bears Christie's labels, Sight-22" x 16 1/2", Framed, Overall-29 1/4" x 23 1/4". Note: This work is illustrated in the book, The Best of Times, by the artist, published 1948, page 58. The lot is accompanied by a copy of the book.

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            • Ludwig Bemelmans, The Hunter and His Guest
              Oct. 27, 2023

              Ludwig Bemelmans, The Hunter and His Guest

              Est: $3,000 - $5,000

              Ludwig Bemelmans The Hunter and His Guest watercolor on board 13.375 h x 12.625 w in (34 x 32 cm) Signed to center 'Bemelmans'. Provenance: Hammer Galleries, New York | The Estate of Olga List and George S. Mack, Greenwich, CT This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

              Wright
            • LUDWIG BEMELMANS, American 1898-1962, Miss Moore from "Sunshine", 1950, gouache on paper, 29 1/2 x 20 3/4 inches (74.9 x 52.7 cm.), Frame: 31 x 2 x 22 1/2 in. (78.7 x 5.1 x 57.2 cm.)
              Oct. 26, 2023

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS, American 1898-1962, Miss Moore from "Sunshine", 1950, gouache on paper, 29 1/2 x 20 3/4 inches (74.9 x 52.7 cm.), Frame: 31 x 2 x 22 1/2 in. (78.7 x 5.1 x 57.2 cm.)

              Est: $30,000 - $50,000

              LUDWIG BEMELMANS American, 1898-1962 Miss Moore from "Sunshine", 1950 gouache on paper signed lower right "L. Bemelmans"

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