Gerard Curtis Delano Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Gerard Curtis Delano Art Value Price Guide

Sep. 01, 2026
Gerard Curtis Delano - Cowboy w Calf Oil Painting
Est: $400 - $10,000
Oil on canvas by renowned American Western artist Gerard Curtis Delano, depicting a lone cowboy on horseback carefully crossing a rocky mountain stream while following a young calf through a dramatic canyon landscape. Executed in Delano's characteristic realist Western style, the composition features rich earth tones, masterful treatment of light and shadow, and finely rendered details of the horse, rushing water, and rugged rock formations. Signed lower right "G. Delano." Housed in a quality wood frame with linen liner. Sight size approximately 20" x 24"; overall framed dimensions 32" x 28". Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972), often known as Jerry Delano, was an American painter and illustrator celebrated for his depictions of the American West. Born in Marion, Massachusetts, he studied at the Art Students League of New York and the Grand Central School of Art under noted instructors including George Bridgman, Harvey Dunn, and N.C. Wyeth. After serving in the U.S. Navy during World War I and working as a Colorado ranch hand, Delano devoted his career to painting Western landscapes, cowboys, Native American subjects, and wildlife. His works are held in numerous museum and private collections and have achieved strong results at major Western art auctions.
Esquis Auction Services
Jul. 21, 2026
Gerard Curtis Delano - Cowboy w Calf Oil Painting
Est: $1,000 - $10,000
Oil on canvas by renowned American Western artist Gerard Curtis Delano, depicting a lone cowboy on horseback carefully crossing a rocky mountain stream while following a young calf through a dramatic canyon landscape. Executed in Delano's characteristic realist Western style, the composition features rich earth tones, masterful treatment of light and shadow, and finely rendered details of the horse, rushing water, and rugged rock formations. Signed lower right "G. Delano." Housed in a quality wood frame with linen liner. Sight size approximately 20" x 24"; overall framed dimensions 32" x 28". Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972), often known as Jerry Delano, was an American painter and illustrator celebrated for his depictions of the American West. Born in Marion, Massachusetts, he studied at the Art Students League of New York and the Grand Central School of Art under noted instructors including George Bridgman, Harvey Dunn, and N.C. Wyeth. After serving in the U.S. Navy during World War I and working as a Colorado ranch hand, Delano devoted his career to painting Western landscapes, cowboys, Native American subjects, and wildlife. His works are held in numerous museum and private collections and have achieved strong results at major Western art auctions.
Esquis Auction Services
Jul. 15, 2026
Gerard Curtis Delano 1890-1972 Cowboy Oil Painting
Est: $10,000 - $20,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (American, 1890-1972), oil painting on board depicting a Western ranch scene with a mounted cowboy swinging a lasso while pursuing a longhorn steer across an open plain. Additional cattle and figures appear in the distant background beneath a light sky. Rendered in the artists characteristic Western style with strong narrative action and attention to ranch life. Signed lower right "Delano." The verso bears an additional artist inscription. Presented in a gilt molded frame. Work Size: 16 x 20 in. Dimensions: 21 X 25 X 2 in. Condition: Good overall vintage condition with typical age-related surface wear and areas of discoloration. Under close inspection, work exhibits a small spot of inpainting to the right side of the composition. The frame exhibits normal storage wear with losses to the molded trim. Note: This condition statement is provided as a courtesy and reflects an opinion, not a statement of fact. Bidders are encouraged to inspect items in person or through an agent to assess condition. Estate fresh to the market. Shipping Information: Hill Auction Gallery does not offer in-house packing or shipping services. As a courtesy, we are pleased to refer trusted third-party shipping providers for buyer convenience. Buyers are encouraged to contact shippers directly to obtain packing quotes, shipping rates, insurance options, and estimated transit times. Additional local, domestic, and international shipper referrals may be available upon request. Parcel Shipping Providers: First Class Shipping Center, 11700 NW 41st Street, Coral Springs, FL. Phone (754) 800-7674. Email 1shippingcenter@gmail.com. Mr. Ship Pro, 7838 NW 44th St, Sunrise, FL 33351. Phone (305) 783-9504. Email roberto@mrshippro.com. The UPS Store #2881, 11110 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise, FL 33351. Phone (954) 572-4004. Email store2881@theupsstore.com. Freight & Large Item Shipping / Local Florida Delivery: Available through independent providers. Please contact info@hillauctiongallery.com for referrals based on item size, location, and delivery requirements.
Hill Auction Gallery
Jun. 25, 2026
GERARD CURTIS DELANO (1890-1972). In Canyon Del Muerto. oil on canvas laid
Est: $25,000 - $35,000
GERARD CURTIS DELANO (1890-1972). In Canyon Del Muerto. oil on canvas laid down on board27 ¾ x 33 in. (70.5 x 83.8 cm.).
Christie's
Jun. 25, 2026
GERARD CURTIS DELANO (1890-1972). Desert Discussion. oil on masonite20 x 24
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
GERARD CURTIS DELANO (1890-1972). Desert Discussion. oil on masonite20 x 24 in. (50.8 x 61 cm.).
Christie's
Jun. 07, 2026
Gerard Curtis Delano (American, 1890-1972) Painting the Shield
Est: $30,000 - $50,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (American, 1890-1972) Painting the Shield oil on canvas signed Delano (lower right) 22 x 40 in. Property from the Estate of Richard and Deanna Freeland, Fort Wayne, Indiana This lot is located in Philadelphia.
Freeman’s
Apr. 19, 2026
GERARD CURTIS DELANO (American/Arizona, 1890-1972) OIL PAINTING
Est: $2,000 - $2,500
Shiprock, rock formation (viewed from Utah) sgn. l.l. (copyright) Delano; verso: Utah/painted/copyright/by Gerard...../31 E 18th Ave/Denver/Colo oil/artist board; 13 by 16 in.; framed 16 by 19 in. Born in Marion, Massachusetts, in 1919 when 29 years old, Delano went West to Colorado to work as a ranch hand. He wrote and illustrated (106 illus.) a weekly series for Western Story Magazine, a chronological account of the development of the West starting before the white man up to modern times. In 1940 Delano decided then to end his career as an illustrator and begin his career as a painter.
CRN Auctions
Jan. 24, 2026
Storm Clouds (Down Mesa Verde Way)
Est: $12,000 - $18,000
Gerard Curtis Delano 1890 - 1972 Storm Clouds (Down Mesa Verde Way) signed © Delano (lower left); titled (on the backing board) oil on canvas 18 ⅞ by 20 ⅝ in. 47.9 by 52.4 cm.
Sotheby's
Jan. 10, 2026
Gerard Curtis Delano Navajo Boy Print
Est: $100 - $150
21" by 23" framed.
Davis Brothers Auction
Dec. 06, 2025
GERALD CURTIS DELANO (American 1890-1972) "Sons of the Desert," 1950, 23 1/8 x 29 in. (58.7 x 73.7 cm.), Frame: 35 1/8 x 42 3/8 in. (89.2 x 107.6 cm.)
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
GERALD CURTIS DELANO (American 1890-1972) "Sons of the Desert," 1950, watercolor on paper, signed lower right, "DELANO ©," dated and titled with serial number on reverse, "1950, Sons of the Desert, Serial No 33," and with artist's stamp, Denver, Colorado.
Simpson Galleries, LLC
Nov. 07, 2025
Gerard Curtis Delano, Young Shepherd
Est: $6,000 - $9,000
Gerard Curtis Delano 1890 - 1972 Young Shepherd watercolor on artist board signed lower right: DElano inscribed on board verso: Young Shepard (Navajo) / 7 ¾" x 9 ¾" / Painted and Copyrighted by stamped on board verso: GERARD CURTIS DELANO 31 EAST 18TH AVE DENVER, COLO. inscribed on frame verso: Gerard Curtis Delano / Young Shepherd
Santa Fe Art Auction
Nov. 07, 2025
Gerard Curtis Delano, Navajos
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Gerard Curtis Delano 1890 - 1972 Navajos watercolor on artist board signed lower right: © Gerard Curtis Delano inscribed verso: "NAVAJOS" / ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR / BY / GERARD CURTIS DELANO / (COPYRIGHTED)
Santa Fe Art Auction
Nov. 06, 2025
Gerard Curtis Delano (American, 1890-1972) The Rain Cloud
Est: $15,000 - $25,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (American, 1890-1972) The Rain Cloud oil on Masonite signed © Delano (lower right); inscribed The Rain Cloud / Painted and Copyright / by / Gerard Curtis Delano (on card affixed to the reverse) 17 x 20 1/2 inches. This lot is located in Denver.
Freeman’s
Sep. 13, 2025
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972), The Colorful People
Est: $80,000 - $120,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972), The Colorful People Dimensions: 26 x 32 Framed/base Dimensions: 31 1/8 x 37 1/8 x 2 1/8 Signature: signed lower right: © (artist cipher) Delano (artist cipher) verso: titled and signed
Jackson Hole Art Auction
Jun. 14, 2025
Colorado, Illinois Mass American-Gerard Curtis Delano 1890-1972 On Masonite Signed Lower Right
Est: $4,000 - $8,000
Colorado, Illinois Mass American-Gerard Curtis Delano 1890-1972 On Masonite Native American Children Signed Lower Right. Frame Measure 13 1/4" X 17", Sight 11.5" X 15 1/4". Provenance: Single Private Estate Florida.
RB Fine Arts
Jun. 03, 2025
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972), "Navajo Boy and his Burros"
Est: $15,000 - $25,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972) "Navajo Boy and his Burros" Oil on Masonite Signed and with the artist's device, lower right: © Delano; signed again and titled, verso
John Moran Auctioneers
May. 13, 2025
Aft. Delano "At the Waterhole" Santa Fe Rail Litho
Est: $100 - $200
After Gerard Curtis Delano (American, 1890-1972). Lithograph print on paper Santa Fe Railroad advertisement art titled "At the Waterhole" depicting three Native American Indians on horseback traversing a vast Southwestern desert landscape. Copyrighted 1942 along the lower left edge. 22"H x 24"W
Loon Estates
Feb. 08, 2025
Gerard Curtis Delano, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts. (1890-1972), "Daylight" Cover of Western Story, February 1938, oil on board
Est: $12,000 - $16,000
Gerard Curtis Delano Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts., (1890-1972) "Daylight" Cover of Western Story, February 1938 oil on board signed lower left, and again on the reverse with date and title. Comes together with a framed copy of Western Story magazine for which this image is the cover illustration.
Link Auction Galleries
Nov. 09, 2024
Gerard Curtis Delano, The Riders, ca. 1947
Est: $12,000 - $18,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890 - 1972) The Riders, ca. 1947 watercolor on paper inscribed lower left: Gerard Curtis Delano titled lower center: The Riders signed lower right: Delano artist's studio stamp verso inscribed verso: The Riders (Navajo) / Locale - Canyon de Chelly, Chinle, Arizona. / (on the Navajo Reserrvation.) / Painted by / Gerard Curtis Delano / 31 E. 18th Ave / Denver, / Colo / 12 1/2 x 16"
Santa Fe Art Auction
Oct. 12, 2024
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972) Pinto Martin, 1932
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972) Pinto Martin, 1932 oil on canvas 24.75 x 23.25 inches 30 x 28.25 inches (frame) artist's monogram lower left Gerard Curtis Delano, a Massachusetts native, found his artistic calling in the rugged landscapes of Colorado and Arizona, where he depicted Native Americans in their natural surroundings. After studying at the Art Students League in New York and working as a ranch hand in Colorado, he built a log cabin studio in the Rocky Mountains. Returning briefly to New York for commissions and further art studies, he struggled financially during the Depression. In 1933, he returned to Colorado permanently. Inspired by the Navajo during a pivotal trip to Arizona in 1943, Delano dedicated himself to portraying their proud culture with deep respect and admiration throughout his career.
Lone Star Art Auction
Sep. 28, 2024
Gerard Curtis Delano, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts. (1890-1972), "Daylight" Cover of Western Story, February 1938, oil on board
Est: $18,000 - $24,000
Gerard Curtis Delano Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts., (1890-1972) "Daylight" Cover of Western Story, February 1938 oil on board signed lower left, and again on the reverse with date and title. Comes together with a framed copy of Western Story magazine for which this image is the cover illustration.
Link Auction Galleries
Sep. 14, 2024
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972), Colorado
Est: $150,000 - $250,000
Title: Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972), Colorado Dimensions: 30 x 36 Framed Dimensions: 38 x 44 x 2 Signature: signed lower right: .Gerald Curtis Delano. verso: titled and signed
Jackson Hole Art Auction
Aug. 06, 2024
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972) Navajos at a Waterhole 18 x 22 in. framed 25 1/2 x 29 1/2 in.
Est: $40,000 - $60,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972) Navajos at a Waterhole signed with the artist's device 'Delano' (lower right) and signed again, titled and inscribed with the artist's Denver address (on the reverse) oil on canvas 18 x 22 in. framed 25 1/2 x 29 1/2 in.
Bonhams
Aug. 03, 2024
Gerard Curtis Delano, "Footprints at the Pool"
Est: $60,000 - $90,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972), "Footprints at the Pool", Oil on canvas, Signed lower right Signed and titled verso
Scottsdale Art Auction, LLC
Aug. 03, 2024
Gerard Curtis Delano, "Left Alone in the Wilds - Mrs. Peter Dorian"
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972), "Left Alone in the Wilds - Mrs. Peter Dorian", Drybrush Ink, Signed lower left
Scottsdale Art Auction, LLC
Jul. 13, 2024
Gerard Curtis Delano, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts. (1890-1972), "Daylight" Cover of Western Story, February 1938, oil on board
Est: $25,000 - $35,000
Gerard Curtis Delano Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts., (1890-1972) "Daylight" Cover of Western Story, February 1938 oil on board signed lower left, and again on the reverse with date and title. Comes together with a framed copy of Western Story magazine for which this image is the cover illustration.
Link Auction Galleries
Jul. 13, 2024
GERARD CURTIS DELANO (1890-1972) AMERICAN INDIAN CHIEF, 15" x 11"
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Framed oil painting on canvas board, American Indian Chief, signed lower left Delano (Gerard Curtis Delano, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, 1890-1972), sight: approx 15.25"h, 11.25"w, board: 15.75"h, 11.75"w, overall: 22.25"h, 18.25"w, 2.5lbs
Austin Auction Gallery
Jun. 27, 2024
Gerard Curtis Delano, Untitled (Desert Dunes Landscape)
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Gerard Curtis Delano Untitled (Desert Dunes Landscape) watercolor on paper 9.875 h x 13 w in (25 x 33 cm) Signed to lower left '© Delano'. This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Apr. 12, 2024
Gerard Curtis Delano, "Saguaro Sunset"
Est: $6,000 - $9,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972), "Saguaro Sunset", Oil on board, Signed lower left
Scottsdale Art Auction, LLC
Nov. 07, 2023
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972) To New Hunting Grounds sight 14 3/4 x 8 in. framed 16 x 22 1/2 in.
Est: $7,000 - $9,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972) To New Hunting Grounds signed with initial 'D' (lower right) and titled (on the backing board) oil on board sight 14 3/4 x 8 in. framed 16 x 22 1/2 in.
Bonhams
Aug. 26, 2023
Gerard Curtis Delano, "Desert Towers"
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
Painting
Scottsdale Art Auction, LLC
Jul. 16, 2023
Gerard Curtis Delano - "Colorado"
Est: $4,000 - $8,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (American, 1890-1972). "Colorado." Oil on canvas, signed "Gerard Curtis Delano" lower right, (13 x 16.375 inches). Frame: H: 17.375 in., W: 21 in., D: 1.5 in. Provenance: Cyrus Boutwell, Denver, Colorado.
Devin Moisan Auctioneers, Inc.
Apr. 30, 2023
GERARD CURTIS DELANO "WHITE PONIES" (NAVAJO) WATERCOLOR ON PAPER
Est: -
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890 - 1972) "White Ponies" (Navajo) Watercolor on Paper. Signed on lower right, also inscribed on reverse "White Ponies (Navajo) / Painted by / Gerard Curtis Delano / 31 E. 18th Ave Denver, Colo." Born in Marion, Massachusetts on Cape Cod, Gerard Delano, with a strong New England heritage, became a well-known illustrator and fine-art painter of western scenes, particularly Navajo Indians in landscape. His first training was at the Swaine Free School of Design near Marion, and in 1910, he enrolled at the Art Students League in New York City, becoming the pupil of George Bridgman, Frank Vincent DuMond, and Edward Dufner. At the Grand Central School of Art, Gerard Delano studied with illustrators Dean Cornwell, Harvey Dunn and N.C. Wyeth. He became a successful commercial artist and illustrator, working in New York City until 1919 when he first came West and worked on a Colorado Ranch. As his success grew as a Western painter he was able in 1943 to finance his first trip to Arizona and the colorful Navajo Reservation. He became renowned as a painter of the Navajo people and their surrounding landscape. He loved to depict the gentle and dignified Navajo people in their colorful costumes against the spectacular towering walls of the canyons of Arizona. Artist: Gerard Curtis Delano Title: "White Ponies" (Navajo) Medium: Watercolor on Paper Signature Type: Hand Signed Signature Location: Lower Right Site Measurement: 14.25" x 16" Image Keywords: Native American, Indian Artwork, Art; Ref: BD1666
Bradford's
Mar. 04, 2023
Signed Gerard Curtis Delano Print The Orange Cloud
Est: $300 - $500
Featured in this lot is this signed Gerard Curtis Delano print of his work, "The Orange Cloud". Gerard Curtis Delano (1890 - 1972) was active/lived in Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts. Gerard Delano is known for Indian genre and landscape painting, illustration. He began his art studies in New Bedford and as a youth sold illustrations to Life Magazine. His first training was at the Swaine Free School of Design near Marion, and in 1910, he enrolled at the Art Students League in New York City, becoming the pupil of George Bridgman, Frank Vincent DuMond, and Edward Dufner. At the Grand Central School of Art, Gerard Delano studied with illustrators Dean Cornwell, Harvey Dunn and N.C. Wyeth. He became a successful commercial artist and illustrator, working in New York City until 1919 when he first came West and worked on a Colorado Ranch. The print depicts two Native Americans on horseback, Sah-Nee (The Wife) and T'zeeley T'sosie (Slim Eagle) having a conversation as their horses drink from a small creek and the sun sets behind them, creating the iconic orange cloud look. The print features the original signature on the bottom left reading, "© Delano" and a penciled signature reading, "Gerard Curtis Delano" on the bottom right. The back of the frame features a small write-up about the artwork and what they may be talking about. The artwork is set behind glass and sits in a large, finely designed dark wood frame and is single matted. The art and frame are in good condition overall with no signs of obvious damage present. The art measures 11 3/8" L x 14 1/4" W, while the entire piece measures 21 3/4" L x 25 3/4" W.
North American Auction Company
Nov. 06, 2022
GERARD CURTIS DELANO NAVAJO COUNTRY OIL ON BOARD
Est: -
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890 - 1972) Navajo Country (Monument Valley) Oil on Board. Signed on lower left. Born in Marion, Massachusetts on Cape Cod, Gerard Delano, with a strong New England heritage, became a well-known illustrator and fine-art painter of western scenes, particularly Navajo Indians in landscape. His first training was at the Swaine Free School of Design near Marion, and in 1910, he enrolled at the Art Students League in New York City, becoming the pupil of George Bridgman, Frank Vincent DuMond, and Edward Dufner. At the Grand Central School of Art, Gerard Delano studied with illustrators Dean Cornwell, Harvey Dunn and N.C. Wyeth. He became a successful commercial artist and illustrator, working in New York City until 1919 when he first came West and worked on a Colorado Ranch. As his success grew as a Western painter he was able in 1943 to finance his first trip to Arizona and the colorful Navajo Reservation. He became renowned as a painter of the Navajo people and their surrounding landscape. He loved to depict the gentle and dignified Navajo people in their colorful costumes against the spectacular towering walls of the canyons of Arizona. Artist: Gerard Curtis Delano Title: Navajo Country Medium: Oil on Board Signature Type: Hand Signed Signature Location: Lower Left Site Measurement: 10 x 8 in. Keywords: Southwestern, Western Artwork, Art; Ref: BD1101
Bradford's
Nov. 04, 2022
Gerard Curtis Delano (American, 1890-1972) Navajo Tending Sheep Watercolor on bo
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (American, 1890-1972) Navajo Tending Sheep Watercolor on board 14 x 19-3/4 inches (35.6 x 50.2 cm) (sight) Signed lower right: Delano PROVENANCE: Private collection, Dallas. HID01801242017
Heritage Auctions
Nov. 01, 2022
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972) Sioux Scouts sight 13 1/2 x 17 1/2 in. framed 23 1/2 x 27 in.
Est: $15,000 - $25,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972) Sioux Scouts signed with the artist's device 'Delano' (lower right) and titled on the original backing paper (on the reverse) watercolor on paper sight 13 1/2 x 17 1/2 in. framed 23 1/2 x 27 in.
Bonhams
Nov. 01, 2022
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972) In the Campfire's Gleam 23 3/4 x 27 3/4 in. framed 31 1/2 x 36 in.
Est: $30,000 - $50,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972) In the Campfire's Gleam signed with the artist's device 'Delano' (lower left) and signed again and titled (on the reverse) oil on Masonite 23 3/4 x 27 3/4 in. framed 31 1/2 x 36 in.
Bonhams
Nov. 01, 2022
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972) Scouting Party sight 15 x 20 in. framed 24 1/2 x 29 1/2 in.
Est: $15,000 - $25,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972) Scouting Party signed 'DELANO' (lower right) watercolor on paper sight 15 x 20 in. framed 24 1/2 x 29 1/2 in. For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Nov. 01, 2022
Gerard Curtis Delano (American, 1890-1972) Rider Canyon de Chelly
Est: $12,000 - $18,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (American, 1890-1972) Rider Canyon de Chelly watercolor on paper signed Delano (lower left) 12 x 17 inches Property from a Private Collection, Denver, Colorado Provenance: J.N. Bartfield Galleries, New York, New York Saks Gallery, Denver, Colorado
Hindman
Jun. 11, 2022
GERARD CURTIS DELANO MONUMENT VALLEY OIL PAINTING
Est: $5,000 - $7,500
Oil on Canvas Board. Subject is Monument Valley on the Arizona/Utah border in the Navajo Nation. 8" by 10" unframed. 10" by 12" framed. In the foreground it has a Navajo Indian Riding a horse, this figure is small and hard to make out. Condition report: Blacklight reveals three very small areas of touch up in the bottom right corner as shown. Painting appears to have some soiling and may benefit from a cleaning. Born in Marion, Massachusetts on Cape Cod, Gerard Delano, with a strong New England heritage, became a well-known illustrator and fine-art painter of western scenes, particularly Navajo Indians in landscape. He was the son of a sea captain and named for Gerard Curtis, the man who owned the ship that his father commanded. He began his art studies in New Bedford and as a youth sold illustrations to Life Magazine. His first training was at the Swaine Free School of Design near Marion, and in 1910, he enrolled at the Art Students League in New York City, becoming the pupil of George Bridgman, Frank Vincent DuMond, and Edward Dufner. He also worked as a textile designer. At the Grand Central School of Art, Gerard Delano studied with illustrators Dean Cornwell, Harvey Dunn and N.C. Wyeth. He became a successful commercial artist and illustrator, working in New York City until 1919 when he first came West and worked on a Colorado Ranch. In 1920, Gerard Delano homesteaded at Cataract Creek in Summit County, Colorado, and built his own dirt-roof studio. In 1933, he settled there permanently, but found the life hard because of the isolation, lack of art sales from being out of contact with his eastern market, and extreme winters in the high altitude. From there he took a trip into Navaho country, where the subject matter set the course of his career. He was fascinated by the colorful clothing of the Indians against the spectacular canyons of Arizona, and he painted scenes of Indians herding sheep and goats, emphasizing subtle coloration and mystical, contemplative mood. Needing to be near libraries for authentic research, he commuted to New York for illustration assignments. He later established a studio in Denver, having earned enough money from illustrating a weekly magazine feature called "The Story of the West". He spent his summers in Opdike, Illinois, his wife's home town.
Davis Brothers Auction
Nov. 06, 2021
Gerard Curtis Delano, Doe and Fawn
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890 - 1972) Doe and Fawn oil on board initialed lower right: D inscribed verso: No 89 / Doe and Fawn
Santa Fe Art Auction
Nov. 06, 2021
Gerard Curtis Delano, Sunlight and Shadow
Est: $30,000 - $50,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890 - 1972) Sunlight and Shadow oil on board signed lower right: © DElano inscribed verso: Sunlight and Shadow / Painted by / Gerard Curtis Delano
Santa Fe Art Auction
Nov. 06, 2021
Gerard Curtis Delano, Lady of the Lonely Land
Est: $40,000 - $60,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890 - 1972) Lady of the Lonely Land oil on board signed lower right: © DElano
Santa Fe Art Auction
Nov. 06, 2021
Gerard Curtis Delano, Arizona Thunderhead
Est: $40,000 - $60,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890 - 1972) Arizona Thunderhead oil on canvas signed lower right: DELANO inscribed verso: ARIZONA THUNDERHEAD / Painted by / GERARD Curtis Delano / 31 E. 18th Ave. / Denver, Colo.
Santa Fe Art Auction
Nov. 05, 2021
Gerard Curtis Delano (American, 1890-1972) Weighing His Options, May 4, 1964 Oil
Est: $7,000 - $10,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (American, 1890-1972) Weighing His Options, May 4, 1964 Oil on canvas 31 x 23 inches (78.7 x 58.4 cm) Signed lower right: Delano Signed and inscribed on the reverse: May 4, 1964 / G.C. Delano /172 E. 75 Street / New York / NY Bears inscription on the stretcher: Hunter/Trader/Trapper [...] PROVENANCE: Cowan's Auctions, Inc., Cincinnati, Ohio, April 10, 2015, lot 216; Scottsdale Art Auction, Scottsdale, Arizona, April 2, 2016, lot 266; Private collection, Yukon, Oklahoma, acquired from the above. HID01801242017
Heritage Auctions
Nov. 04, 2021
Gerard Curtis Delano (American, 1890-1972) Coming Over the Ridge
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (American, 1890-1972) Coming Over the Ridge watercolor on paper 12 x 15 inches
Hindman
Aug. 04, 2021
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972) Canyon Scene (Canyon de Chelly) 8 x 10in framed 13 x 15in
Est: $10,000 - $15,000
Gerard Curtis Delano (1890-1972) Canyon Scene (Canyon de Chelly) signed '© Delano' (lower right), signed again, titled and inscribed 'Picsie #7' (on the reverse) oil on canvasboard 8 x 10in framed 13 x 15in For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams