George E Hughes Paintings & Artwork for Sale | George E Hughes Art Value Price Guide

Apr. 16, 2026
GEORGE HUGHES (1907-1990). Writing Thank You Notes. oil on canvas laid down
Est: $70,000 - $100,000
GEORGE HUGHES (1907-1990). Writing Thank You Notes. oil on canvas laid down on board23 ¼ x 21 ½ in. (59.1 x 54.6 cm.).
Christie's
Dec. 12, 2024
GEORGE HUGHES (1907-1990) "When he was sent back again, the girl lay taut on the lawn."
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
GEORGE HUGHES (1907-1990) "When he was sent back again, the girl lay taut on the lawn." Illustration for "The Anonymous Letter," by Elisabeth Ogilvie, published in Woman's Day magazine, July 1955. Oil on canvas. 775x394 mm; 30½x15½ inches. Signed "Hughes-" in lower left image. Framed. Accompanied by a copy of the magazine.
Swann Auction Galleries
Nov. 12, 2024
George E. Hughes (1907-1990), "Screaming Child On Santa's Knee," 1958
Est: $25,000 - $35,000
George E. Hughes (1907-1990) "Screaming Child On Santa's Knee," 1958 Oil on canvas Signed lower left: Hughes, titled on the "Saturday Evening Post" publication order document attached to the frame's backing board
John Moran Auctioneers
Apr. 18, 2024
GEORGE HUGHES (1907-1990) Refinishing an Heirloom oil on canvasboard image,
Est: $30,000 - $50,000
GEORGE HUGHES (1907-1990) Refinishing an Heirloom oil on canvasboard image, 27 x 21 ¾ in. (68.6 x 55.2 cm.); overall, 30 x 25 in. (76.2 x 63.5 cm.)
Christie's
Jul. 08, 2023
George E. Hughes O/B Saturday Evening Post Cover Art Illustration, Couples at the Beach
Est: $18,000 - $22,000
George E. Hughes (Vermont/New York, 1907-1990) oil on board illustration painting for the cover of The Saturday Evening Post, August 2, 1952 edition, titled "Couples at the Beach," featuring a bird's eye view of beachgoers of various ages, enjoying a sunny day under colorful umbrellas. Signed "Hughes" lower left corner. Housed in a painted wooden frame. Sight: 29 5/8" H x 23 3/4" W. Framed: 34 1/4" H x 28 1/2" W. Note: The editorial for the Aug. 2, 1952 edition stated the following about this cover illustration: "In the winter, people buy sun lamps to get sun, and in the summer they buy beach umbrellas to keep the sun off. But these are carefree vacation days, let's not worry about this, or indeed anything else - except maybe whether that creeping baby plans to bite the dog. (We just phoned Artist Hughes to inquire about that, but nobody answered, so probably he's lying on this beach himself, too modest to move into the picture.) Well, have a wonderful time, folks; build your sand castles and your dream castles; let the cool winds and the hot dogs renew you; and don't even let annoyment creep in if that boy's radio prevents your hearing the sweet nothings he whispers to his girl. Now turn the page, before the kids start throwing sand." Artist biography: Raised in New York City, the young George Hughes attended courses in the National Academy of Design and the Art Student's League. He began working as a freelance illustrator for the fashion industry in Vanity Fair and House and Garden magazines. After a stint in Detroit working in the automotive industry, Hughes returned to the city to work for the Charles E. Cooper Studio until his discovery in 1942 by Ken Stuart, the Art Director of The Saturday Evening Post. He moved his family to Arlington, Vermont, and found great success, cultivating a rich portfolio of illustrations for the Post alongside a neighbor, friend, and humorous artistic tormentor, Norman Rockwell. Other than Rockwell, Hughes was the most prolific artist for the Post, and his illustrations were included in other publications such as Reader's Digest and Good Housekeeping. (adapted from "George Hughes", THE SATURDAY EVENING POST, October 29, 2014)
Case Antiques, Inc. Auctions & Appraisals
Mar. 01, 2022
Attributed to: George E. Hughes (1907 - 1990) oil no canvas on board, Illustration Art, 19 x 26 inches , bears sig. signed Hughes LL
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Attributed to: George E. Hughes (1907 - 1990) oil no canvas on board, Illustration Art, 19 x 26 inches , bears sig. signed Hughes LL
Bill Hood & Sons Arts & Antiques Auctions
Jan. 17, 2021
George Hughes, Young Girl, Oil on Canvas
Est: $500 - $1,000
George Hughes (1907-1990), young girl reading, oil on canvas, signed and dated Hughes '39, 17" x 15" view, unframed. Some paint loss. Provenance: purchased from family member of the artist.
Kaminski Auctions
Jan. 17, 2021
George Hughes Gouache Painting
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
George Hughes (1907-1990), Saturday Evening Post, May 11th, 1946, "Miss Ranskill Comes Home", gouache, signed L/C, 19 1/2" x 14 3/4" view, 22 1/2" x 18" framed. Minor paint loss. Provenance: purchased from family member of the artist.
Kaminski Auctions
Jan. 17, 2021
George Hughes, Bar Scene, Watercolor
Est: $500 - $1,000
George Hughes (1907-1990), bar scene with "Bass Strong Ale" sign, watercolor on cardboard, signed Hughes L/L, 6 3/8" x 21 1/2" view, 12 3/4" x 24 1/2" framed. Provenance: purchased from family member of the artist.
Kaminski Auctions
Nov. 20, 2019
George Hughes (1907-1990) - No Chance to Be Alone
Est: $30,000 - $50,000
George Hughes (1907-1990) No Chance to Be Alone oil on masonite 30 x 22 ¾ in. (76.2 x 57.8 cm.)
Christie's
Nov. 20, 2019
George Hughes (1907-1990) - Messy Room, Neat Boys
Est: $25,000 - $35,000
George Hughes (1907-1990) Messy Room, Neat Boys oil on canvas 29 ¼ x 22 ¼ in. (74.3 x 56.5 cm.)
Christie's
Nov. 01, 2019
George Hughes (American, 1907-1990) Dinner Party, The Saturday Evening Post cove
Est: $15,000 - $25,000
George Hughes (American, 1907-1990) Dinner Party, The Saturday Evening Post cover, November 11, 1961 Oil on canvas 25 x 23 inches (63.5 x 58.4 cm) Signed lower left: Hughes PROPERTY FROM THE IRI COLLECTION PROVENANCE: Sale: Illustration House, Inc., New York, November 5, 1994, lot 132; Charles Martignette, acquired from the above; Estate of the above; Heritage Auctions, Dallas, October 27, 2009, lot 96155; Acquired by the present owner from the above. HID01801242017
Heritage Auctions
Nov. 01, 2019
George Hughes (American, 1907-1990) Little Brother Listens In, The Saturday Even
Est: $30,000 - $50,000
George Hughes (American, 1907-1990) Little Brother Listens In, The Saturday Evening Post cover, February 9, 1957 Oil on board 22 x 21 inches (55.9 x 53.3 cm) Signed lower left: Hughes PROPERTY FROM THE IRI COLLECTION PROVENANCE: American Illustrators Gallery, New York; Charles Martignette, acquired from the above; Estate of the above; Heritage Auctions, Dallas, July 15, 2009, lot 87163; Acquired by the present owner from the above. HID01801242017
Heritage Auctions
May. 03, 2019
George Hughes (American, 1907-1990) Coming Up Roses, The Saturday Evening Post c
Est: $20,000 - $30,000
George Hughes (American, 1907-1990) Coming Up Roses, The Saturday Evening Post cover, June 8, 1957 Oil on Masonite 22 x 20-1/4 inches (55.9 x 51.4 cm) Signed lower left: Hughes PROPERTY FROM THE IRI COLLECTION PROVENANCE: Sale: Illustration House, Inc., New York, December 10, 2011, lot 28; Acquired by the present owner from the above. HID01801242017
Heritage Auctions
Nov. 27, 2015
SATURDAY EVENING POST COVER ART BY GEORGE HUGHES (VERMONT/NEW YORK, 1907-1990).
Est: $12,000 - $18,000
SATURDAY EVENING POST COVER ART BY GEORGE HUGHES (VERMONT/NEW YORK, 1907-1990). Oil on canvas, signed lower left. Humorous scene of men carrying gas cans on a desert road. Cover art for the September 2, 1961, issue of Post. 29"h. 23"w., framed, 31.5"h. 25.75"w. overall. This painting was presented by the Post to an executive at the Campbell Soup Company (a major advertiser) in the early 1960s. It has descended in the family of that executive.
Garth's Auctioneers & Appraisers
May. 01, 2012
GEORGE HUGHES (1907 - 1990) WAITING FOR THE BOATS
Est: £100 - £200
GEORGE HUGHES (1907 - 1990) WAITING FOR THE BOATS watercolour 28cm x 44.5cm
McTear's
Oct. 27, 2009
GEORGE HUGHES (American, 1907-1990) Dinner Party,
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
GEORGE HUGHES (American, 1907-1990) Dinner Party, Saturday Evening Post cover, November 11, 1961 Oil on canvas 25 x 23 in. Signed lower left From the Estate of Charles Martignette.
Heritage Auctions
Jul. 15, 2009
GEORGE HUGHES (American, 1907-1990) Little Brother
Est: $8,000 - $12,000
GEORGE HUGHES (American, 1907-1990) Little Brother Listens in, Saturday Evening Post cover, February 9, 1957 Oil on board 22 x 21 in. Signed lower left PROVENANCE: American Illustrator Gallery, New York (label verso). From the Estate of Charles Martignette.
Heritage Auctions
Mar. 13, 2009
GEORGE HUGHES (American 1907 - 1990) Magazine
Est: $800 - $1,200
GEORGE HUGHES (American 1907 - 1990) Magazine story illustration Gouache on board 14 x 11 in. Signed lower right Property from the Tip and Patricia Freeman Collection.
Heritage Auctions
Oct. 15, 2008
GEORGE HUGHES (American 1907 - 1990) Fugitive
Est: $500 - $600
GEORGE HUGHES (American 1907 - 1990) Fugitive Heart, American magazine illustration, June 1944 Oil on board 16 x 14.5 in. Signed upper left This piece was used to illustrate Pierson Rick's story, Fugitive Heart, in the June 1944 issue of American magazine.
Heritage Auctions
Oct. 29, 2004
GEORGE E. HUGHES (1907-1990)
Est: $400 -
GEORGE E. HUGHES (1907-1990) Original Magazine Story Illustration Readers Digest, August, 1967 "Johnny Carson: TV's Midnight Idol" Ink on paper 10.5in. x 7in. (sight size) Not signed A terrific portrait of "The Tonight Show's" Johnny Carson, from the era when he ruled late-night TV.
Heritage Auctions