A. DeSimone Paintings & Artwork for Sale | A. DeSimone Art Value Price Guide

Mar. 25, 2026
A Large Mid Century Desimone, Italy Fruit Bowl
Est: $100 - $200
A Large Mid Century Desimone, Italy Fruit Bowl, with large central green & blue floral detail, striped detail to rim & inner cavetto
Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Mar. 25, 2026
A Mid Century Desimone, Italy Plates & Bowl
Est: $100 - $200
A Mid Century Desimone, Italy Plates & Bowl, depicting central floral motifs on red & blue & ground
Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Mar. 25, 2026
A Large Mid Century Desimone, Italy Porcelain Charger
Est: $100 - $200
A Large Mid Century Desimone, Italy Porcelain Charger, with large central red floral detail & scrolling blue & white motifs to inner cavetto with orange accents
Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Mar. 10, 2026
Tommaso de Simone, Italian 1805-1888- A British warship i
Est: £350 - £450
Tommaso de Simone, Italian 1805-1888- A British warship in the Bay of Naples, with Mount Vesuvius beyond; oil on canvas laid down on board, signed and dated 'De Simone 1868' (lower right), 34 x 51.5 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, UK. Note: The present work is characteristic of de Simone's distinctive maritime scenes, which often contrast large battleships with the diminutive boats which serve them, in the still waters of the artist's native Naples. Similar works including his paintings which sold at Bonhams, London, 27 April 2022, lot 31 (£1,275), and at Charles Miller, London, 7 July 2020, lot 85 (£2,200 hammer).
Roseberys
Jan. 21, 2026
TOMMASO DE SIMONE (Italy, c. 1805-1888), Ship on the rocks., Oil on canvas, 18" x 28". Framed 21.5" x 31.5".
Est: $500 - $1,000
TOMMASO DE SIMONE Italy, c. 1805-1888 Ship on the rocks. Signed and dated lower right "De Simone 1873".
Sandwich Auction House
Dec. 18, 2025
A group of Desimone Italian pottery, Senator Feinstein Estate
Est: $150 - $250
A group of Desimone Italian pottery, the first group painted with turquoise flower heads, comprising (7) plates, 10"dia; (8) plates, 8.5"dia; (4) bowls, 5.25"dia and (4) low bowls, 8"dia; the second group painted with red and blue flowers, comprising (4) mugs; (4) plates, 6"dia; (4) demitasse cups and (6) saucers. Provenance: The Estate of Senator Dianne Feinstein (1933-2023)
Clars Auctions
Dec. 18, 2025
A group of Desimone Italian pottery, Senator Feinstein Estate
Est: $100 - $150
A group of Desimone Italian pottery, each painted and titled with a different Italian entree dish, comprising (2) platters, 11.5"dia; (6) plates, 10"dia; and (2) low bowls, 8.25"dia [10 total]. Provenance: The Estate of Senator Dianne Feinstein (1933-2023)
Clars Auctions
Dec. 18, 2025
A Desimone Italian pottery candelabra two Desimone king head vases, Senator Feinstein Estate
Est: $200 - $300
A Desimone Italian pottery three-light candelabra and two Desimone king head vases, each signed, between 8.5"h and 13"h. Provenance: The Estate of Senator Dianne Feinstein (1933-2023)
Clars Auctions
Dec. 18, 2025
A group of Desimone Italian pottery fish plates, Senator Feinstein Estate
Est: $75 - $125
A group of Desimone Italian pottery fish plates, comprising platter, 14.5"dia; (9) plates, 8.5"dia; and (3) plates, 10"dia [13 total]. Provenance: The Estate of Senator Dianne Feinstein (1933-2023)
Clars Auctions
Nov. 12, 2025
Tommaso de Simone, Italian 1805-1888- A British warship in the Bay of Naples, with
Est: £700 - £900
Tommaso de Simone, Italian 1805-1888- A British warship in the Bay of Naples, with Mount Vesuvius beyond; oil on canvas laid down on board, signed and dated 'De Simone 1868' (lower right), 34 x 51.5 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, UK. Note: The present work is characteristic of de Simone's distinctive maritime scenes, which often contrast large battleships with the diminutive boats which serve them, in the still waters of the artist's native Naples. Similar works including his paintings which sold at Bonhams, London, 27 April 2022, lot 31 (£1,275), and at Charles Miller, London, 7 July 2020, lot 85 (£2,200 hammer).
Roseberys
Nov. 11, 2025
TOMMASO DE SIMONE (ITALIAN, C.1805-1888) A British racing schooner swinging on her anchor in the bay of Naples
Est: £1,000 - £1,500
TOMMASO DE SIMONE (ITALIAN, C.1805-1888) A British racing schooner swinging on her anchor in the bay of Naples TOMMASO DE SIMONE (ITALIAN, C.1805-1888) A British racing schooner swinging on her anchor in the bay of Naples Signed and dated 'De Simone 1865' (lower right) Oil on canvas 12¾ x 21‏½in. (32.5 x 54.5cm.) Christie's South Kensington: Maritime and Naval Battles, 31 October 2002, lot 480. 1in. square repaired tear above counter, light scattered retouching to sky, small puncture in sky behind masts.
Charles Miller Ltd
Oct. 15, 2025
A Giovanni Desimone, Italy Figural Hand Painted Ceramic Vase
Est: $120 - $180
A Giovanni Desimone, Italy Figural Hand Painted Ceramic Vase
Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Jul. 27, 2025
TOMMASO DE SIMONE (ITALIAN, Circa 1805-1888).
Est: $800 - $1,200
'The Bombardment of Alexandria, 11th and 12th July 1882'. 1883. Oil on canvas. Signed and dated lower right. Note: The bombardment was part of the Anglo-Egyptian War of 1882. Property from a Larchmont, NY estate. Dimensions: 15" h x 25" w. Frame: 17.75" h x 28" w.
Clarke Auction Gallery
Nov. 20, 2024
Tommaso de Simone, Italian c.1805-1888- H.M. Brig Nautilus exercising in the Channel near the Edd
Est: £1,200 - £1,800
Tommaso de Simone, Italian c.1805-1888- H.M. Brig Nautilus exercising in the Channel near the Eddystone lighthouse; oil on canvas, signed and dated 'De Simone 1887' (lower right), bears label inscribed 'H.M. Brig Nautilus / which I commanded / from Nov. 16th 1882 / [?] Nov. 16th 1885' attached to the lower stretcher bar, 43.4 x 63.4 cm. Provenance: with The Parker Gallery, London. Private Collection.
Roseberys
Jun. 20, 2023
DE SIMONE TOMMASO
Est: €1,400 - €1,600
DE SIMONE TOMMASO (1805-1888) L'arrivo del Re e della Regina a Genova sul panfilo reale 'Savoia' durante i festeggiamenti per l'esposizione italo-americana in occasione del IV centenario della scoperta dell'America olio cm.65x38 f.to in b. a ds.
Aste Boetto SRL
Feb. 01, 2023
TOMMASO DE SIMONE
Est: €600 - €800
Napoli, 1805 - 1888 La fregata principe Umberto soccorre la corazzata re d'Italia Firmato De Simone e datato 1883 in basso a destra Olio su tela, cm 26X45
Wannenes Art Auctions
Oct. 25, 2022
Tommaso De Simone (Italian, mid-19th/early-20th century) A steam yacht of the Royal Mersey Yacht Club in Naples Bay
Est: £1,200 - £1,800
Tommaso De Simone (Italian, mid-19th/early-20th century) A steam yacht of the Royal Mersey Yacht Club in Naples Bay oil on canvas 35.6 x 60.8cm (14 x 24in).
Bonhams
Oct. 04, 2022
TOMMASO DE SIMONE
Est: €1,000 - €2,000
TOMMASO DE SIMONE Napoli, 1805 - 1888 La fregata principe Umberto soccorre la corazzata re d'Italia Firmato De Simone e datato 1883 in basso a destra Olio su tela, cm 26X45
Wannenes Art Auctions
Apr. 27, 2022
Tommaso de Simone (Italian, 1805-1888) A British naval warship in the bay of Naples, with Vesuvius beyond
Est: £1,200 - £1,800
Tommaso de Simone (Italian, 1805-1888) A British naval warship in the bay of Naples, with Vesuvius beyond indistinctly signed and dated 'De... 186?' (lower right) oil on canvas 45.7 x 66.3cm (18 x 26 1/8in). For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Jan. 20, 2022
ATTRIBUTED TO TOMMASO DE SIMONE (ITALIAN, C.1805-1888) THE U.S.S TRENTON IN THE BAY OF NAPLES
Est: $1,500 - $3,000
ATTRIBUTED TO TOMMASO DE SIMONE (ITALIAN, C.1805-1888) THE U.S.S TRENTON IN THE BAY OF NAPLES oil on canvas 20 x 30 1⁄4 in.
Christie's
Nov. 10, 2021
Tommaso de Simone (Italian, c. 1805-1888) H.M.S. Monmouth in the Bay of Naples, dated "1842"
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Tommaso de Simone (Italian, c. 1805-1888) H.M.S. Monmouth in the Bay of Naples, dated "1842" Signed and dated, "De Simone 1842," l.r., oil on canvas, framed. (25 in. x 17 1/2 in. (sight)) Provenance The Parker Gallery, London, United Kingdom Property of a Florida gentleman, formerly of Glen Cree, Kennebunkport, Maine The consignor's colonial style home, Glen Cree, was featured in the magazine Colonial Homes, November-December 1985, and much of the collection was photographed. Footnote: Note The HMS Monmouth was launched April 18, 1772, and was used by the British in the American Revolution. The ship was later modified into a prison ship, renamed Captivity in 1796. Condition report: 29 3/4 in. x 22 in. (frame); probably lined, some cracquelure commensurate with age; slight discoloration; frame is later, with minor loss to gilding and gesso
Freeman's | Hindman
Oct. 06, 2021
Tommaso De Simone (Italian, mid-19th/early-20th century) A steam yacht of the Royal Mersey Yacht Club in Naples Bay
Est: £1,200 - £1,800
Tommaso De Simone (Italian, mid-19th/early-20th century) A steam yacht of the Royal Mersey Yacht Club in Naples Bay oil on canvas 35.6 x 60.8cm (14 x 24in). For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Jul. 04, 2021
Tommaso De Simone (Italy,1805-1888) oil painting antique
Est: $2,500 - $3,200
ARTIST: Tomaso De Simone (Italian, c. 1805 - 1888) NAME: Sail Ship YEAR: 1883 MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Relined. Restretched. Some craquelure. Some scattered inpaintings. SIGHT SIZE: 14 x 22 inches / 35 x 55 cm FRAME SIZE: 19 x 26 inches / 48 x 66 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NAME VARIANTS: Tomasso Desimone CATEGORY: antique vintage painting AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 118493 US Shipping $75 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The Neapolitan port painter, Tomaso de Simone is considered to be one of the most important ship portraitists who practiced in the Italian seaport cities. The father of noted sea painter Antonio de Simone, Tomaso specialized in oils, the majority depicting warships and merchant vessels. He also created scenes of the Battles of Lissa (1867) and Alexandria (1882).The architectural properties of Tomaso de Simone's paintings are exceptional. His hull shapes have fullness and flexibility, his rigging shows a wealth of detail. His portrait of the American continental navy frigate constellation was proven so accurate that it was used as a guide for restoration of the ship, still afloat today in Baltimore. From an artistic standpoint, his paintings are richly executed and dramatically appealing.Although not as prolific as his son, the works of Tomaso de Simone are arguably more important. In recent years, their value has increased dramatically as they become more rare and sought after by important museums and private collectors world wide.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jul. 08, 2020
Attributed to Tommaso de Simone (Italian, 19th century) Brig Ephratah of Port Madoc entering Naples 19 1/2 x 30in (49.5 x 76.2cm)
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Attributed to Tommaso de Simone (Italian, 19th century) Brig Ephratah of Port Madoc entering Naples inscribed and dated 'BRIG 'EPHRATAH' Pt MADOC ENTERING BAY OF NAPLES 22 JUNE 1875 GRIFFITH JONES MASTER' (lower center) oil on canvas 19 1/2 x 30in (49.5 x 76.2cm) For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Jul. 07, 2020
TOMMASO DE SIMONE (ITALIAN, c1805-1888): H.M.S. 'James Watt' at gunnery practise in the Bay of Naples
Est: £2,500 - £3,500
TOMMASO DE SIMONE (ITALIAN, c1805-1888): H.M.S. 'James Watt' at gunnery practise in the Bay of Naples TOMMASO DE SIMONE (ITALIAN, c1805-1888) H.M.S. 'James Watt' at gunnery practise in the Bay of Naples Signed and dated 'De Simone 1861' (lower right) Oil on board 17½ x 25½in. (44.5 x 64.5cm.)
Charles Miller Ltd
Nov. 05, 2019
TOMMASO DE SIMONE (ITALIAN, c1805-1888): H.M.S. 'James Watt' at gunnery practice in the Bay of
Est: £3,000 - £5,000
TOMMASO DE SIMONE (ITALIAN, c1805-1888) H.M.S. 'James Watt' at gunnery practice in the Bay of Naples Signed and dated 'De Simone 1861' (lower right) Oil on board 17½ x 25½in. (44.5 x 64.5cm.)
Charles Miller Ltd
Jan. 23, 2019
A. DE SIMONE
Est: -
A. DE SIMONE (19th - 20th century) Allegory Oil on panel, cm. 18 x 12,5 Signed 'A. De Simone', bottom right Gilded frame A. DE SIMONE (XIX - XX secolo) Allegoria Olio su tavoletta, cm. 18 x 12,5 Firmato 'A. De Simone', in basso a destra Cornice dorata
Casa d'Aste Babuino
Jan. 13, 2019
19TH C TOMASO DE SIMONE OIL PAINTING OF SHIPS IN ROUGH SEAS:
Est: $1,600 - $2,400
Signed lower right De Simone 1872 (Italy 1805-1888). Tomaso de Simone is considered to be one of the most important ship portraitists who practiced in the Italian seaport cities. The father of noted sea painter Antonio de Simone, Tomaso specialized in oils, the majority depicting warships and merchant vessels. Ships in rough seas in the Bay of Naples. A lighthouse in the background and a barrel floating in the water. Name of ship on the bow. Original untouched condition with original period frame. Image 26 ½ inches x 43 ½ inches.
White's Auctions
Nov. 06, 2018
TOMMASO DE SIMONE (CIRCA 1805-1888)
Est: £600 - £800
TOMMASO DE SIMONE (CIRCA 1805-1888) H.M.S. 'Trafalgar' becalmed in the Bay of Naples Oil on canvas Signed and dated 'De Simone 1863' (lower right) 10 x 15in. (25 x 38cm.) Originally a First Rate of 120 guns ordered in 1825 as one of five 'Saint George' class three deckers, Trafalgar was cut down to a two-decker in 1859 and fitted with Maudslay engines. When launched in 1841 her fine bust-length figurehead of Nelson was sporting a hat as, in 1843, the carvers Hellyer & Son were allowed £5.15.0 to modify the figure as the hat was fouling the bowsprit -- although interestingly the contemporary model and engravings depicted a hatless Nelson. A new figurehead, complete with hat as seen in this picture, was issued in 1859 and survives to the present day at Portsmouth Dockyard. Trafalgar only served in the Mediterranean in 1863 before becoming a Coastguard vessel at Portland, a cadet training ship (when she was re-named Boscawen ) and was broken up in 1906 after sixty-five years afloat.
Charles Miller Ltd
Oct. 10, 2018
Tommaso de Simone (1805-1888), Ritratto dell' HMS Orlando
Est: €3,000 - €4,000
olio su tela, cm 48x66, firmato in basso a destra
Cambi Casa d'Aste
Sep. 30, 2018
19TH C TOMASO DESIMONE OIL PAINTING OF SHIPS IN ROUGH SEAS:
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Signed lower right De Simone 1872 (Italy 1805-1888). Tomaso de Simone is considered to be one of the most important ship portraitists who practiced in the Italian seaport cities. The father of noted sea painter Antonio de Simone, Tomaso specialized in oils, the majority depicting warships and merchant vessels. Ships in rough seas in the Bay of Naples. A lighthouse in the background and a barrel floating in the water. Name of ship on the bow. Original untouched condition with original period frame. Image 26 ½ inches x 43 ½ inches.
White's Auctions
Jul. 18, 2018
Tommaso de Simone
Est: £1,500 - £2,000
Tommaso de Simone, Italian 1805-1888- The sail and steamship HMS Pallas coming into port; oil on canvas, signed and dated 84, 26x39.5cmNote: The HMS Pallas was a British Royal Navy stem and sail ship and was in service between 1865 and 1886. The port depicted may be Naples.
Roseberys
Apr. 18, 2018
TOMMASO DE SIMONE (ITALIAN, 1805-1888) The auxiliary steam yacht Valhalla in fine con
Est: £1,500 - £2,000
TOMMASO DE SIMONE (ITALIAN, 1805-1888) The auxiliary steam yacht Valhalla in fine conditions; The auxiliary steam yacht Valhalla in poor conditions, a pair each signed and dated ‘De Simone/1908’, and inscribed ‘AUX.R.Y.VALHALLA’ (lower left) gouache 45 x 65cm (17 11/16 x 25 9/16in).
Bonhams
Feb. 08, 2018
ATTRIBUTED TO TOMMASO DE SIMONE (Italian, 1805-1888) "BARCO BLONDINA P CAPTN. PAOLO SOICH".
Est: $1,000 - $1,200
Gouache and watercolor on paper. Housed in a period brown wood frame with gold painted liner. Unsigned, identified in lower margin SIZE: 18-1/2" x 27-3/4". Overall: 22-1/2" x 31-1/2" CONDITION: Stable. Minor water damage to top center. Scattered minor abrasions. Not examined out of frame 52902-7
James D. Julia
Nov. 30, 2017
A DESIMONE LIDDED POT (A/F) AND EIGHT SPRIG VASES
Est: $20 - $30
A DESIMONE LIDDED POT (A/F) AND EIGHT SPRIG VASES
Leonard Joel
Nov. 16, 2017
A DESIMONE LIDDED POT (A/F) AND EIGHT SPRIG VASES
Est: $100 - $200
A DESIMONE LIDDED POT (A/F) AND EIGHT SPRIG VASES
Leonard Joel
Oct. 29, 2017
TOMMASO DE SIMONE (ITALIAN 1805-1888). THE U.S.S. CUMBERLAND, FLAGSHIP OF THE MEDITERRANEAN SQUADRON, IN THE BAY OF NAPLES.
Est: $6,000 - $9,000
Oil on canvas, 13 1/4 x 20 1/4 inches. Signed "De Simone" and dated 1854, l.r.
Bourgeault-Horan Antiquarians
Oct. 29, 2017
TOMMASO DE SIMONE (ITALIAN 1805-1888). AN AMERICAN FRIGATE AT SEA.
Est: $3,500 - $5,000
Oil on canvas, 13 1/2 x 20 1/4 inches. Signed "De Simone" and dated 1867, l.r.
Bourgeault-Horan Antiquarians
Aug. 05, 2017
TOMMASO DE SIMONE (Italian, c.1805-1888)
Est: $300 - $500
TOMMASO DE SIMONE (Italian, c.1805-1888), ''Lewis L. Squire'', American ship in harbor, gouache, signed and dated 1875 lower right, titled at bottom. Foxing and staining. Sight 18-1/2''h, 26-1/4''w. (Fine Art)
South Bay Auctions Inc
Jul. 20, 2017
ATTRIBUTED TO TOMMASO DE SIMONE, Italian, 19th Century, "Barco 'Blandina' Capt. Paulo Sochi"., Gouache on paper, 19" x 28" sight. Fr.
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
ATTRIBUTED TO TOMMASO DE SIMONE Italian, 19th Century "Barco ''Blandina'' Capt. Paulo Sochi". Unsigned. Titled lower center. Gouache on paper, 19" x 28" sight. Framed 23" x 32" sight.
Eldred's
Jun. 29, 2017
A COLLECTION OF DESIMONE CERAMICS, INCLUDING CHARGER, EGG CUPS AND CANNISTER
Est: $120 - $200
A COLLECTION OF DESIMONE CERAMICS, INCLUDING CHARGER, EGG CUPS AND CANNISTER
Leonard Joel
Jun. 22, 2017
A COLLECTION OF DESIMONE CERAMICS, INCLUDING CHARGER, EGG CUPS AND CANNISTER
Est: $160 - $240
A COLLECTION OF DESIMONE CERAMICS, INCLUDING CHARGER, EGG CUPS AND CANNISTER
Leonard Joel
Apr. 13, 2017
DESIMONE VASE
Est: $160 - $260
DESIMONE VASE Hand painted ceramic Italy c 1960s 23h x 10d
Leonard Joel
Jan. 26, 2017
Tommaso de Simone (Italian, 1805-1888) An Italian Corvette in the Bay of Naples 18 x 26 in. (45.7 x 66 cm.)
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
Tommaso de Simone (Italian, 1805-1888) An Italian Corvette in the Bay of Naples signed and dated lower right "De Simone 1863" oil on canvas 18 x 26 in. (45.7 x 66 cm.)
Bonhams
Nov. 26, 2016
Ships of the Line in Manoeuvre
Est: -
Tommaso de Simone 1805 - 1888 Ships of the Line in Manoeuvre Oil/canvas, 33 x 47 cm, lo. ri. fragment of sign. De Simone a. dat. 1860 as well as illegible inscription.
Auktionshaus Stahl
Nov. 03, 2016
Tommaso de Simone (fl. 1851-1907) H.M.S Neptune
Est: £4,000 - £6,000
Tommaso de Simone (fl. 1851-1907) H.M.S Neptune oil on canvas 16 ½ x 26 in. (42 x 66 cm.)
Christie's
Jun. 11, 2016
TOMMASO DE SIMONE (Italian, c.1805-1888).
Est: $500 - $700
TOMMASO DE SIMONE (Italian, c.1805-1888), ''Lewis L. Squire'', American ship in harbor, gouache, signed and dated 1875 lower right, titled at bottom. Sight 18-1/2''h, 26-1/4''w. Foxing and staining.
South Bay Auctions Inc
Oct. 07, 2015
Tommaso de Simone (Italian, 1805-1888) A racing yacht in the Bay of Naples
Est: -
Tommaso de Simone (Italian, 1805-1888) A racing yacht in the Bay of Naples
Bonhams