Al Black Sold at Auction Prices

b. 1946 -

A self-taught artist and one of Florida's Highwaymen, Al Blood Black spent a lot of time in prison, where he was asked to paint murals on the walls of the facility where he lived. Al Black's prints depicted beautiful Florida landscapes, sunrises, and sunsets. Other characteristics of Al Black's prints included the presence of three seabirds in his coastal paintings, representing the Holy Trinity. Al Black's art paintings were sold not only in galleries, but more commonly out of his car to passing motorists, which is a common sight for Highwaymen artists. In the beginning, Al Black's artwork paintings were produced on upson board with oil and crown molding frames. Black also used acrylic and canvas in his work. To experience the beauty of owning similarly remarkable pieces of art, browse stunning landscape paintings at Invaluable.

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Nov. 18, 2023
AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN WETLAND RETREAT
Est: $1,000 - $3,000
Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Upson - signed lower right and dated 1985. Executed in brush and palette knife. Classic Pastel mood painting for Al Black. Hues of orange and yellow as the sun rises and the wildlife embarks on a new day. Board measures 24x36 framed to overall size of 27.5x39.5. African American Highwaymen Folk Art, evolved from the Backus Indian River School Art Colony. Condition: Very Fine
Manor Auctions
Nov. 18, 2023
AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN POINCIANA
Est: $1,000 - $3,000
Black, Albert "Blood" (1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Upson - signed lower right and dated '78. Wrought in brush and palette knife. Abundant vertical extent of the use of palette knife on the Poinciana with contrasting blues and greens. Board measures 24x36 framed to overall size of 28.5x40.5. African American Highwaymen Folk Art, evolved from the Backus Indian River School Art Colony. Condition: Very Fine
Manor Auctions
Nov. 18, 2023
AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN POLYCHROME SURF
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Prismatic waves glow as pink sun sets behind the clouds. Board measures24x36 framed to overall size of 29x41. African American Highwaymen Folk Art, evolved from the Backus Indian River School Art Colony. Condition: Very Fine
Manor Auctions
Nov. 18, 2023
AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN LAVENDER SUNSET
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Lavender and peach sunset river. This surreal scene depicts Florida's coast of the setting sun. Signature trinity of birds present with exceptional attention to detail for Mr. Black Board measures 24x36 framed to overall size of 28x40. African American Highwaymen Folk Art, evolved from the Backus Indian River School Art Colony. Condition: Very Fine
Manor Auctions
Nov. 18, 2023
AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN LOBLOLLY
Est: $400 - $800
Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Wrought in brush and palette knife. Palette knife relieves the Loblolly from this artwork as it reflects off the still water. Board measures 18x24 framed to overall size of 21x27. African American Highwaymen Folk Art, evolved from the Backus Indian River School Art Colony. Condition: Very Fine
Manor Auctions
Nov. 18, 2023
AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN GOLDEN RIVER
Est: $400 - $800
Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Executed in brush. Golden reflection from the sun and a palm nestled on the edge of the river. Board measures 18x24 framed to overall size of 21.5x27.5. African American Highwaymen Folk Art, evolved from the Backus Indian River School Art Colony. Condition: Very Fine
Manor Auctions
Nov. 18, 2023
AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN SALMON SUNSET
Est: $800 - $1,600
Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Salmon tones paint the late afternoon sky as cirrostratus clouds pass slowly. Board measures 24x30 framed to overall size of 29x35. African American Highwaymen Folk Art, evolved from the Backus Indian River School Art Colony. Condition: Very Fine
Manor Auctions
Nov. 18, 2023
AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN RIVER REFLECTION
Est: $600 - $1,200
Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. If not for the gently rippling of the waters surface it would appear as though a mirror was placed under the lush vegetation. Board measures 20x24 framed to overall size of 25x29. African American Highwaymen Folk Art, evolved from the Backus Indian River School Art Colony. Condition: Very Fine
Manor Auctions
Nov. 05, 2023
Al Black (B. 1947) FL Highwaymen, O/B
Est: $1,400 - $2,100
Al Black (B. 1947) Florida Highwaymen, Oil on Upson Board. Depicting a landscape, evening light with a body of water, trees, and two birds in the water with some in the sky just above. Signed and dated in the lower right. Purchased directly from Al Black in Fort Pierce in 1984. Overall Size: 27 1/2 x 33 in. Sight Size: 23 x 29 in. Highwaymen painting featuring original Highwayman painter Al Black, who painted in the style of celebrated group of Florida painters. In addition, he was in fact the salesman for the group of iconic artists who have become highly collectible staples for art collectors- seeking authentic Florida centric art featuring palm tree lined seascapes. Al Black was inducted into the Florida Artists Hall of Fame in 2004. He is one of the founding members of the Florida Highwaymen and the last living Highwaymen artists who still continues to paint in Fort Pierce. Location RACK 1
Sarasota Estate Auction
Nov. 05, 2023
Al Black (B 1947) FL Highwaymen, O/B
Est: $1,600 - $2,200
Al Black (B. 1947) Florida Highwaymen, Oil on Upson Board. Signed and dated 83 in the lower right. Depicting a landscape with a bayou, trees, and birds in the sky. Purchased directly from Al Black in Fort Pierce in 1984. Overall Size: 27 x 39 1/4 in. Sight Size: 23 x 35 in. Highwaymen painting featuring original Highwayman painter Al Black, who painted in the style of celebrated group of Florida painters. In addition, he was in fact the salesman for the group of iconic artists who have become highly collectible staples for art collectors- seeking authentic Florida centric art featuring palm tree lined seascapes. Al Black was inducted into the Florida Artists Hall of Fame in 2004. He is one of the founding members of the Florida Highwaymen and the last living Highwaymen artists who still continues to paint in Fort Pierce. Location RACK 1
Sarasota Estate Auction
Nov. 05, 2023
Al Black (B. 1947) FL Highwaymen, O/B
Est: $1,600 - $2,200
Al Black (B. 1947) Florida Highwaymen, Oil on Upson Board. Depicting a landscape with a bayou, the trees reflecting on the water. Signed and dated near the middle right. Purchased directly from Al Black in Fort Pierce in 1984. Overall Size: 27 x 39 1/4 in. Sight Size: 23 x 35 in. Highwaymen painting featuring original Highwayman painter Al Black, who painted in the style of celebrated group of Florida painters. In addition, he was in fact the salesman for the group of iconic artists who have become highly collectible staples for art collectors- seeking authentic Florida centric art featuring palm tree lined seascapes. Al Black was inducted into the Florida Artists Hall of Fame in 2004. He is one of the founding members of the Florida Highwaymen and the last living Highwaymen artists who still continues to paint in Fort Pierce. Location RACK 1
Sarasota Estate Auction
Nov. 05, 2023
Al Black (B. 1947) FL Highwaymen, O/B
Est: $1,600 - $2,200
Al Black (B. 1947) Florida Highwaymen, Oil on Upson Board. Depicting a landscape with a bayou, trees, and birds.Purchased directly from Al Black in Fort Pierce in 1984. Overall Size: 27 x 39 1/4 in. Sight Size: 23 x 35 in. Highwaymen painting featuring original Highwayman painter Al Black, who painted in the style of celebrated group of Florida painters. In addition, he was in fact the salesman for the group of iconic artists who have become highly collectible staples for art collectors- seeking authentic Florida centric art featuring palm tree lined seascapes. Al Black was inducted into the Florida Artists Hall of Fame in 2004. He is one of the founding members of the Florida Highwaymen and the last living Highwaymen artists who still continues to paint in Fort Pierce. Location RACK 1
Sarasota Estate Auction
Nov. 04, 2023
AL CORO ring made of black plastic and diamond cuffs,
Est: €600 - €800
AL CORO Ring made of black plastic with 18K red gold and diamonds, ring size 55, late 20th century, signs of wear, marked AL CORO.
Auktionshaus Eppli
Oct. 28, 2023
AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN GREEN OASIS
Est: $1,000 - $3,000
Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - Signed lower right. Devised in brush. This lush green oasis along the riverside provides the perfect haven for the wildlife. A more relaxing home would be hard to find. Signed lower right corner. Board measures 30x40 impressively framed to overall size of 41x51. Condition: Very Fine
Manor Auctions
Oct. 28, 2023
AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN CERULEAN SKY
Est: $1,000 - $3,000
Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Executed in brush. Cerulean sky and sea set the scene for a trinity of gulls dancing in the brawny breeze. Board measures 30x40 framed to overall size of 36x46. African American Highwaymen Folk Art, evolved from the Backus Indian River School Art Colony. Condition: Very Fine
Manor Auctions
Oct. 28, 2023
AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN SPANISH MOSS
Est: $750 - $1,500
Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Upson - signed lower right '85. Completed in brush. Muted gray tones set a somber mood for an evening on the riverside. Board measures 24x30 framed to overall size of 26.5x32.5. African American Highwaymen Folk Art, evolved from the Backus Indian River School Art Colony. Condition: Very Fine
Manor Auctions
Oct. 28, 2023
AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN MOONLIT SKY
Est: $500 - $1,000
Black, Albert "Blood" (1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on plywood - signed lower right. Executed in brush. Uniquely painted on plywood, another tale of the highwaymen using any available materials to carry on the legacy. The moon peaks behind a lone palm on a calm evening illuminating the waters as it continues ascension. Board measures 18x24 framed to overall size of22x28. African American Highwaymen Folk Art, evolved from the Backus Indian River School Art Colony. Condition: Very Fine
Manor Auctions
Oct. 28, 2023
AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN TRANQUIL BAY
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Upson - signed lower right '83. Crafted in brush. A leaning palm overhangs the tranquil bay waters with the moon's rays enhancing the rippling water. A sailor takes advantage of the vividly lit night. Board measures 24x30 framed to overall size of 28x34. African American Highwaymen Folk Art, evolved from the Backus Indian River School Art Colony. *Backus Museum Fundraiser Item* Condition: Very Fine
Manor Auctions
Oct. 28, 2023
AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN PASTEL SUNSET
Est: $800 - $1,200
Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Produced in brush. A hazy sky muffles the sun creating a warm glow over the riverside. Board measures 24x30 framed to overall size of 30x36. African American Highwaymen Folk Art, evolved from the Backus Indian River School Art Colony. *Backus Museum Fundraiser Item*Condition: Very Fine
Manor Auctions
Oct. 28, 2023
AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN WILDLIFE RESERVE
Est: $600 - $1,000
Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Masonite - signed lower right. Rendered in brush and palette knife. Suspended moss drips from Oak branches reflecting on the placid waters below. Board measures 16x20 framed to overall size of 21x25. African American Highwaymen Folk Art, evolved from the Backus Indian River School Art Colony. *Backus Museum Fundraiser Item*Condition: Very Fine
Manor Auctions
Oct. 24, 2023
Al Black Florida Highwaymen Landscape Oil Painting (American, b.1946) Florida Highwaymen artist, oil on board, Royal Poinciana Tree. Signed in the lower right corner. Board is 18 x 24 inches
Est: $600 - $1,200
Al Black Florida Highwaymen Landscape Oil Painting (American, b.1946) Florida Highwaymen artist, oil on board, Royal Poinciana Tree. Signed in the lower right corner. Board is 18 x 24 inches
Bill Hood & Sons Arts & Antiques Auctions
Oct. 10, 2023
Al Black (B. 1947) Highwayman Night Landscape Painting
Est: $200 - $2,000
DESCRIPTION: Oil on canvas painting by Al Black, a member of the Highwaymen, depicting a Florida lakeside landscape at night. Incised signature and date at lower right. Mounted in a white wooden frame. CIRCA: 1974 ORIGIN: USA DIMENSIONS: (With Frame) H: 25.25" W: 1.25" L: 19.5" (Without Frame) H: 24" W: 0.25" L: 18.25" - CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained upon sms or email.
Akiba Galleries
Oct. 10, 2023
Al Black (B. 1947) Highwayman Landscape Painting
Est: $200 - $2,000
DESCRIPTION: Oil on board painting by Al Black, a member of the Highwaymen, depicting a Florida marsh landscape populated by birds. Incised signature and date at lower right. Mounted in a white wooden frame. CIRCA: 1974 ORIGIN: USA DIMENSIONS: (With Frame) H: 25.25" W: 1.25" L: 19.25" (Without Frame) H: 24" W: 0.25" L: 18" - CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained upon sms or email.
Akiba Galleries
Sep. 23, 2023
AL BLACK FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN WETLAND RETREAT
Est: $1,000 - $3,000
Black, Albert “Blood” (B.1947) Florida Highwaymen Painting. Oil on Upson - signed lower right and dated 1985. Executed in brush and palette knife. Classic Pastel mood painting for Al Black. Hues of orange and yellow as the sun rises and the wildlife embarks on a new day. Board measures 24x36 framed to overall size of 27.5x39.5. African American Highwaymen Folk Art, evolved from the Backus Indian River School Art Colony. Condition: Very Fine
Manor Auctions