Americo Makk Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Americo Makk Art Value Price Guide

Jul. 17, 2026
AMERICO MAKK (1927-2015) HUNGARIAN/AMERICAN
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Original Oil on Canvas "The Letter". A seated young woman reads letter while gentleman peers at her through window in background. Hand signed, lower right. Overall framed 42 1/2" x 30 1/2" x 2".
Chamberlain Auction Gallery
May. 31, 2026
AMERICO MAKK SERIGRAPH ON CANVAS FRONTIER
Est: $100 - $200
Americo Makk (Hungarian/American, 1927-2015) Limited Edition Serigraph in 39 hand painted colors/screens on canvas [247/275]; Signed lower right, numbered on lower left; set in modern frame; Measures: Visible Art - 19.5"H x 23.5"W, Frame - 29.5"H x 33.5"W
Dargate Auction Galleries
May. 02, 2026
AMERICO MAKK 91927-2015) HUNGARIAN/AMERICAN
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Original Oil on Canvas "The Letter". A seated young woman reads letter while gentleman peers at her through window in background. Hand signed, lower right. Overall framed 42 1/2" x 30 1/2" x 2".
Chamberlain Auction Gallery
Apr. 28, 2026
Americo Makk (1927-2015) Hungarian American
Est: $500 - $1,000
WHITE MIST, oil painting on canvas, signed lower left, signed and titled and hallmarked on verso, 24 x 30”, frame 31 ½ x 37 ½ x 2 ½”. Provenance: Makk Studio card on verso.
Clark's Fine Art & Auctioneers Inc.
Mar. 25, 2026
AMERICO MAKK, 'SILVER AND GOLD', OIL ON CANVAS
Est: $500 - $1,000
Americo Makk (Hungarian-American, 1927-2015). "Silver and Gold" - oil on canvas, signed "Americo Makk" to LR, signed, titled, and marked with artist stamp to verso. Framed. Provenance: Private Collection, Atlanta, GA. Approximate dimensions: canvas h. 24", w. 30"; frame h. 31.75", w. 37.75", d. 3".
Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
Mar. 25, 2026
AMERICO MAKK, 'HAZY ORANGE', OIL ON CANVAS
Est: $500 - $1,000
Americo Makk (Hungarian-American, 1927-2015). "Hazy Orange" - oil on canvas, signed "Americo Makk" to LR, signed, titled, and marked with artist stamp to verso. Framed. Provenance: Private Collection, Atlanta, GA. Approximate dimensions: canvas h. 24", w. 30"; frame h. 31.875", w. 37.875", d. 3.5".
Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
Mar. 25, 2026
AMERICO MAKK, 'REFLECTED LIGHTS', OIL ON CANVAS
Est: $500 - $1,000
Americo Makk (Hungarian-American, 1927-2015). "Reflected Lights" - oil on canvas, signed "Americo Makk" to LR, signed, titled, and marked with artist stamp to verso. Framed. Provenance: Private Collection, Atlanta, GA. Approximate dimensions: canvas h. 24.25", w. 35.875"; frame h. 31.625", w. 43.75", d. 3.125".
Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
Mar. 21, 2026
AMERICO MAKK 91927-2015) HUNGARIAN/AMERICAN
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Original Oil on Canvas "The Letter". A seated young woman reads letter while gentleman peers at her through window in background. Hand signed, lower right. Overall framed 42 1/2" x 30 1/2" x 2".
Chamberlain Auction Gallery
Feb. 08, 2026
Americo Makk (Hawaii,NY,Hungary,1927-2015) oil painting
Est: $1,050 - $1,350
ARTIST: Americo Makk (Hawaiian, New York, Hungarian, 1927 - 2015) TITLE: Cityscape MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: One small patch. Few minor paint losses. Some craquelure. No visible inpaint under UV light. Normal wear along edges. ART SIZE: 24 x 48 inches / 60 x 121 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed (In-House framing available) SIGNATURE: lower left LOCATION: This lot is located at our Dania Beach, FL office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 151776 US SHIPPING: $139 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Americo Makk, last name pronounced "Mahk", was born Imre Makk in 1927 in a town in western Hungary once known as Gyorszentmarton and later renamed Pannonhalma. His home stood in the shadow of the Pannonhalma Archabbey. Americo's father was the financial supervisor to the Benedictine monks who resided in the Abbey and taught in the local school. Americo began sketching at age six, and by the time he was eight, the Benedictine Brothers encouraged him further into art. Americo was 12 when the communist Russian army first invaded Hungary. At this time, his passion for painting became inexorable. His parents cautioned Americo that pursuing art as a vocation would lead to poverty, and that a career in architectural engineering was more suitable. Americo's formal training as a painter began at the Hungarian National Academy of Fine Arts in Budapest from 1945 through 1948. At the age of 21, he received a scholarship to Italy and studied at the Academy of Fine Art in Rome beginning in 1948.As Hungary was effectively under the control of communism becoming a satellite state of the Soviet Union and administered by the Hungarian People's Republic, he had doubted the authorities would allow him to accept the scholarship in Rome. Americo was reserved in conveying his memories of the communist takeover in interviews for fear of reprisals against family members still in Hungary, simply describing the period as "very unpleasant." However, where his words could not describe, his painting of the Russian takeover was reported as depicting "all the grief and agony that the people of Hungary have suffered... Once in Rome, Americo focused his studies on ecclesiastical art and the works of Renaissance masters, such as Raphael, Michelangelo, and Leonardo da Vinci.While studying at the Academy, Americo met the 16-year-old Eva Holusa, a fellow student also of Hungarian descent, whom he later married and worked alongside for the remainder of his life. He went on to instruct at the Rome Academy of Fine Art. It was then that he won the Vatican Portrait Award with a portrait of Cardinal Jozsef Mindszenty, a figure personifying opposition to communism in Hungary in support of religious freedom, which was installed in the Vatican for permanent display.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jan. 22, 2026
Americo Makk, 1927-2015, Street Scene
Est: $500 - $700
Americo Makk Hungarian, 1927-2015 Street Scene oil on canvas signed lower right
Abell Auction
Dec. 07, 2025
Americo Makk (1927 - 2015) Vintage American Impressionist Street Scene Signed Oil Painting
Est: $500 - $800
Vintage American oil painting by Americo Makk (1927 - 2015). Oil on canvas. Framed. Signed. Measuring: 24 by 28 inches overall, and 16 by 20 painting alone. Please see all images for condition. Size is measured and written on the back of the painting or next to each object. The first size is the overall size, the second size is the image size. For detailed condition questions please email charles@curatedgallery.com. Domestic flat rate shipping with UPS or Fedex is set to $100 for this lot. Pick up at our 67 Guernsey street location is available 12-7pm by appointment for two weeks following the sale by appointment. Please call or email and let us know when you would like to pick up! Local delivery is also available around the area for large pieces or large orders. Flat rate delivery to, NY, PA, OH, NJ, CT, MA, DC as well as NYC and Brooklyn available as well. Thank you and good luck.
Curated Gallery Auctions
Nov. 16, 2025
Americo Makk (Hawaii,NY,Hungary,1927-2015) oil painting
Est: $1,050 - $1,350
ARTIST: Americo Makk (Hawaiian, New York, Hungarian, 1927 - 2015) TITLE: Cityscape MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: One small patch. Few minor paint losses. Some craquelure. No visible inpaint under UV light. Normal wear along edges. ART SIZE: 24 x 48 inches / 60 x 121 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed (In-House framing available) SIGNATURE: lower left LOCATION: This lot is located at our Dania Beach, FL office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 151776 US SHIPPING: $139 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Americo Makk, last name pronounced "Mahk", was born Imre Makk in 1927 in a town in western Hungary once known as Gyorszentmarton and later renamed Pannonhalma. His home stood in the shadow of the Pannonhalma Archabbey. Americo's father was the financial supervisor to the Benedictine monks who resided in the Abbey and taught in the local school. Americo began sketching at age six, and by the time he was eight, the Benedictine Brothers encouraged him further into art. Americo was 12 when the communist Russian army first invaded Hungary. At this time, his passion for painting became inexorable. His parents cautioned Americo that pursuing art as a vocation would lead to poverty, and that a career in architectural engineering was more suitable. Americo's formal training as a painter began at the Hungarian National Academy of Fine Arts in Budapest from 1945 through 1948. At the age of 21, he received a scholarship to Italy and studied at the Academy of Fine Art in Rome beginning in 1948.As Hungary was effectively under the control of communism becoming a satellite state of the Soviet Union and administered by the Hungarian People's Republic, he had doubted the authorities would allow him to accept the scholarship in Rome. Americo was reserved in conveying his memories of the communist takeover in interviews for fear of reprisals against family members still in Hungary, simply describing the period as "very unpleasant." However, where his words could not describe, his painting of the Russian takeover was reported as depicting "all the grief and agony that the people of Hungary have suffered... Once in Rome, Americo focused his studies on ecclesiastical art and the works of Renaissance masters, such as Raphael, Michelangelo, and Leonardo da Vinci.While studying at the Academy, Americo met the 16-year-old Eva Holusa, a fellow student also of Hungarian descent, whom he later married and worked alongside for the remainder of his life. He went on to instruct at the Rome Academy of Fine Art. It was then that he won the Vatican Portrait Award with a portrait of Cardinal Jozsef Mindszenty, a figure personifying opposition to communism in Hungary in support of religious freedom, which was installed in the Vatican for permanent display.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Nov. 02, 2025
Americo Makk (1927-2015)
Est: $300 - $500
Artist: Americo Makk (1927-2015). Title: "Blue Ribbon." Signature: Signed lower right, and verso. Medium: Oil on canvas. Size: 24" x 30"; frame 43" x 37." Condition good. Provenance: The Estate of Donald C. Saiger
Turner Auctions + Appraisals
Sep. 06, 2025
AMERICO MAKK (1927-2015) WESTERN PAINTING, 'ENDURANCE' 30" X 40"
Est: $800 - $1,200
Framed oil on canvas painting, "Endurance," signed lower right Americo Makk (Hungarian-American, 1927-2015), titled with additional artist's signature verso, frame joints reinforced, visible epoxy?/adhesive at joints, sight: approx 29.5"h, 39.5"w, overall: approx 39"h, 49"w, 13.25lbs **Provenance: the Horseshoe Bay estate of Dr. John J. Sheehan**
Austin Auction Gallery
Aug. 10, 2025
AMERICO MAKK STREETSCAPE PAINTING
Est: $600 - $900
AMERICO MAKK (1927-2015) OIL ON CANVAS PAINTING, SIGNED LOWER LEFT. 35"X57". MINUTE PUNCTURE WITH SCATTERED LOSS, CANVAS THINNESS THROUGHOUT. REQUIRES THIRD PARTY SHIPPING/TRANSPORTATION.
Freedom Auction Company
May. 10, 2025
Americo Makk "Frontier" Signed & Numbered Serigraph
Est: -
Signed on the lower right corner, numbered 37/275 on the lower left corner, plaque present on the lower center, COA present on reverse. Frame measures approximately 26.75in x 30.75in. Artwork measures approximately 18.75in x 22.75in. Some scuffs, scratches, and chips present on frame, (1) long scratch present on canvas. NR30497 BP
EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Apr. 05, 2025
ARMERICO MAKK STREETSCAPE PAINTING
Est: $600 - $900
AMERICO MAKK (1927-2015) OIL ON CANVAS PAINTING, SIGNED LOWER LEFT. 34"X57". PAINTING DOES HAVE A MINUTE PUNCTURE AND SCATTERED PEST EVIDENCE/THINNESS THAT ARE NOT CLEARLY APPARENT ON THE OBVERSE.
Freedom Auction Company
Feb. 09, 2025
Americo Makk (Hawaii,NY,Hungary,1927-2015) oil painting
Est: $1,450 - $1,800
ARTIST: Americo Makk (Hawaiian, New York, Hungarian, 1927 - 2015) TITLE: Masquerade MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Missing a few flakes of paint. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 27 x 39 inches / 68 x 99 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed (In-House framing available) SIGNATURE: lower right LOCATION: This lot is located at our Dania Beach, FL office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 127175 US SHIPPING: $139 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Americo Makk, last name pronounced "Mahk", was born Imre Makk in 1927 in a town in western Hungary once known as Gyorszentmarton and later renamed Pannonhalma. His home stood in the shadow of the Pannonhalma Archabbey. Americo's father was the financial supervisor to the Benedictine monks who resided in the Abbey and taught in the local school. Americo began sketching at age six, and by the time he was eight, the Benedictine Brothers encouraged him further into art. Americo was 12 when the communist Russian army first invaded Hungary. At this time, his passion for painting became inexorable. His parents cautioned Americo that pursuing art as a vocation would lead to poverty, and that a career in architectural engineering was more suitable. Americo's formal training as a painter began at the Hungarian National Academy of Fine Arts in Budapest from 1945 through 1948. At the age of 21, he received a scholarship to Italy and studied at the Academy of Fine Art in Rome beginning in 1948.As Hungary was effectively under the control of communism becoming a satellite state of the Soviet Union and administered by the Hungarian People's Republic, he had doubted the authorities would allow him to accept the scholarship in Rome. Americo was reserved in conveying his memories of the communist takeover in interviews for fear of reprisals against family members still in Hungary, simply describing the period as "very unpleasant." However, where his words could not describe, his painting of the Russian takeover was reported as depicting "all the grief and agony that the people of Hungary have suffered... Once in Rome, Americo focused his studies on ecclesiastical art and the works of Renaissance masters, such as Raphael, Michelangelo, and Leonardo da Vinci.While studying at the Academy, Americo met the 16-year-old Eva Holusa, a fellow student also of Hungarian descent, whom he later married and worked alongside for the remainder of his life. He went on to instruct at the Rome Academy of Fine Art. It was then that he won the Vatican Portrait Award with a portrait of Cardinal Jozsef Mindszenty, a figure personifying opposition to communism in Hungary in support of religious freedom, which was installed in the Vatican for permanent display.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Feb. 08, 2025
Americo Makk, Hawaii, New York / Hungary (1927-2015), Chess Players, oil on canvas
Est: $500 - $800
Americo Makk Hawaii, New York / Hungary, (1927-2015) Chess Players oil on canvas signed lower right, framed.
Link Auction Galleries
Dec. 22, 2024
Americo Makk (Hawaii,NY,Hungary,1927-2015) oil painting
Est: $1,450 - $1,800
ARTIST: Americo Makk (Hawaiian, New York, Hungarian, 1927 - 2015) TITLE: Masquerade MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Missing a few flakes of paint. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 27 x 39 inches / 68 x 99 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed (In-House framing available) SIGNATURE: lower right CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 127175 US SHIPPING: $120 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Americo Makk, last name pronounced "Mahk", was born Imre Makk in 1927 in a town in western Hungary once known as Gyorszentmarton and later renamed Pannonhalma. His home stood in the shadow of the Pannonhalma Archabbey. Americo's father was the financial supervisor to the Benedictine monks who resided in the Abbey and taught in the local school. Americo began sketching at age six, and by the time he was eight, the Benedictine Brothers encouraged him further into art. Americo was 12 when the communist Russian army first invaded Hungary. At this time, his passion for painting became inexorable. His parents cautioned Americo that pursuing art as a vocation would lead to poverty, and that a career in architectural engineering was more suitable. Americo's formal training as a painter began at the Hungarian National Academy of Fine Arts in Budapest from 1945 through 1948. At the age of 21, he received a scholarship to Italy and studied at the Academy of Fine Art in Rome beginning in 1948.As Hungary was effectively under the control of communism becoming a satellite state of the Soviet Union and administered by the Hungarian People's Republic, he had doubted the authorities would allow him to accept the scholarship in Rome. Americo was reserved in conveying his memories of the communist takeover in interviews for fear of reprisals against family members still in Hungary, simply describing the period as "very unpleasant." However, where his words could not describe, his painting of the Russian takeover was reported as depicting "all the grief and agony that the people of Hungary have suffered... Once in Rome, Americo focused his studies on ecclesiastical art and the works of Renaissance masters, such as Raphael, Michelangelo, and Leonardo da Vinci.While studying at the Academy, Americo met the 16-year-old Eva Holusa, a fellow student also of Hungarian descent, whom he later married and worked alongside for the remainder of his life. He went on to instruct at the Rome Academy of Fine Art. It was then that he won the Vatican Portrait Award with a portrait of Cardinal Jozsef Mindszenty, a figure personifying opposition to communism in Hungary in support of religious freedom, which was installed in the Vatican for permanent display.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Oct. 12, 2024
Americo Makk, Landscape Signed & Numbered Giclee
Est: -
Signed on the lower right corner, numbered 17/275 on the lower left corner. Frame measures approximately 24.5in x 28.5in. Artwork measures approximately 19.75in x 23.75in. Scuffs and chips present on frame please see photos for condition consideration. NR30176 BP
EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Oct. 12, 2024
Americo Makk "City Sky" Signed & Numbered Giclee
Est: -
Signed on the lower right and numbered 128/275 on the lower left corner. Frame measures approximately 28.75in x 32.25in. Artwork measures approximately 19.5in x 23.5in. Scuffs and sticky residue on frame present please see photos for condition consideration. NR30176 BP
EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Oct. 12, 2024
Americo Makk Signed & Numbered Giclee
Est: -
Titled: Lightning And Stagecoach. Ap 9/25. Signed On The Lower Right Hand Corner. Measuring Approximately 30 By 40 Inches. Nr30176 Ja
EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Aug. 04, 2024
Americo Makk (1927-2015) Oil on Canvas, In The Past
Est: $400 - $600
Signed lower right. Titled and signed on back. .25 in. paint loss right center. 2 dents upper left and center. Approx. 35.5 in. H x 23.5 in. W (visible) 44.75 in. H x 32.75 in. W x 2.5 in. D (frame) Weight 11 lbs
Hughes Auctions
Aug. 03, 2024
Americo Makk, "Western Story"
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Americo Makk (1927-2015), "Western Story", Oil on canvas, Signed lower left Titled verso
Scottsdale Art Auction, LLC
May. 09, 2024
Americo Makk (American, 1927-2015) Rainy Mesa
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Americo Makk (American, 1927-2015) Rainy Mesa oil on canvas signed Americo Makk (lower right) 24 x 36 inches
Hindman
Apr. 28, 2024
Americo Makk (1927-2015) Oil on Canvas, In The Past
Est: $400 - $600
Americo Makk (1927-2015) Oil on Canvas, In The Past. Signed lower right. Titled and signed on back. .25 in. paint loss right center. 2 dents upper left and center. Approx. 35.5 in. H x 23.5 in. W (visible) 44.75 in. H x 32.75 in. W x 2.5 in. D (frame) Weight 11 lbs
Hughes Auctions
Apr. 28, 2024
Americo Makk (1927-2015) Oil on Canvas, The Game
Est: $600 - $800
Americo Makk (1927-2015) Oil on Canvas, The Game. Signed lower left. Titled and signed on back. In good condition with some craquelure. Approx.35.75 in. x 33.75 in. W (visible) 45 in. H x 33 in. W x 3 in. D (frame) Weight 11 lbs
Hughes Auctions
Apr. 28, 2024
Americo Makk (1927-2015) Oil on Canvas, The Independent
Est: $400 - $600
Americo Makk (1927-2015) Oil on Canvas, The Independent. Signed lower right. Titled and signed on back. In good condition. No damage ore repairs. Approx. 23.5 in. H x 19.5 in. W (image) 32 in. H x 28 in. W x 3.5 in. D Weight 9.5 lbs
Hughes Auctions
Apr. 14, 2024
Americo Makk (Hawaii,NY,Hungary,1927-2015) oil painting
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
ARTIST: Americo Makk (Hawaiian, New York, Hungarian, 1927 - 2015) TITLE: Masquerade MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Missing a few flakes of paint. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 27 x 39 inches / 68 x 99 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed (In-House framing available) SIGNATURE: lower right CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 127175 US Shipping $120 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Americo Makk, last name pronounced "Mahk", was born Imre Makk in 1927 in a town in western Hungary once known as Gyorszentmarton and later renamed Pannonhalma. His home stood in the shadow of the Pannonhalma Archabbey. Americo's father was the financial supervisor to the Benedictine monks who resided in the Abbey and taught in the local school. Americo began sketching at age six, and by the time he was eight, the Benedictine Brothers encouraged him further into art. Americo was 12 when the communist Russian army first invaded Hungary. At this time, his passion for painting became inexorable. His parents cautioned Americo that pursuing art as a vocation would lead to poverty, and that a career in architectural engineering was more suitable. Americo's formal training as a painter began at the Hungarian National Academy of Fine Arts in Budapest from 1945 through 1948. At the age of 21, he received a scholarship to Italy and studied at the Academy of Fine Art in Rome beginning in 1948.As Hungary was effectively under the control of communism becoming a satellite state of the Soviet Union and administered by the Hungarian People's Republic, he had doubted the authorities would allow him to accept the scholarship in Rome. Americo was reserved in conveying his memories of the communist takeover in interviews for fear of reprisals against family members still in Hungary, simply describing the period as "very unpleasant." However, where his words could not describe, his painting of the Russian takeover was reported as depicting "all the grief and agony that the people of Hungary have suffered... Once in Rome, Americo focused his studies on ecclesiastical art and the works of Renaissance masters, such as Raphael, Michelangelo, and Leonardo da Vinci.While studying at the Academy, Americo met the 16-year-old Eva Holusa, a fellow student also of Hungarian descent, whom he later married and worked alongside for the remainder of his life. He went on to instruct at the Rome Academy of Fine Art. It was then that he won the Vatican Portrait Award with a portrait of Cardinal Jozsef Mindszenty, a figure personifying opposition to communism in Hungary in support of religious freedom, which was installed in the Vatican for permanent display.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Apr. 06, 2024
Americo Makk Signed & Numbered Serigraph
Est: -
Titled: Paris Moon. Image Is In Good Condition. Image Measures Approximately 24in X 30in. Signed In The Lower Right Corner And Numbered Iv/xxv In The Lower Left. Nr30176 Sa
EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Apr. 06, 2024
Americo Makk Signed & Numbered Giclee On Canvas
Est: -
Image Is In Good Condition. Image Measures Approximately 30.25in X 39.5in. Signed In The Lower Right Corner And Numbered 232/275 In The Lower Left Corner. Nr30176 Sa
EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Mar. 10, 2024
Americo Makk (Hawaii,NY,Hungary,1927-2015) oil painting
Est: $1,050 - $1,350
ARTIST: Americo Makk (Hawaii, New York, Hungarian, 1927 - 2015) TITLE: Engaging Game (titled on verso) MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Few minor paint losses. Very minor craquelure. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 24 x 31 inches / 60 x 78 cm FRAME SIZE: 32 x 39 inches / 81 x 99 cm SIGNATURE: lower right and on verso NOTE: has artist's stamp on verso CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 131289 US Shipping $120 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: A painter of Old West, frontier genre in Impressionist style, Americo Makk was born in Hungary and moved to Honolulu, Hawaii in 1967. He used books and museums for initial research of his subject matter and then visited Indian reservations and western towns for first-hand observation. He has also done portraits, including one of President Jimmy Carter that was presented to the White House by the President of Hawaii.He studied at the Hungarian National Academy in Budapest and won a scholarship to Rome, where he won the Vatican Portrait Award. He and his wife, Eva Lolusa were both appointed Professors at the Academy de Bellas Artes in Sao Paulo, Brazil. There they became official artists of the Brazilian government.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Feb. 22, 2024
Americo Makk (1927 - 2015): Happy Hours
Est: $800 - $1,200
Americo Makk (1927 - 2015): Happy Hours oil on canvas; signed lower right, signed again and titled to verso
Abell Auction
Feb. 18, 2024
AMERICO MAKK EUROPEAN STREET SCENE PAINTING
Est: $400 - $600
MAKK, Americo, (Hungarian/American, 1927-2015): European Street Scene, Oil/Canvas, 24'' x 36'', signed lower right, original gilded and carved frame, 33'' x 43''.
Burchard Galleries Inc
Feb. 11, 2024
Americo Makk (Hawaii,NY,Hungary,1927-2015) oil painting
Est: $1,050 - $1,350
ARTIST: Americo Makk (Hawaiian, New York, Hungarian, 1927 - 2015) TITLE: Girl from Rio de Janeiro (titled on verso) MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Minor scratches/paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 37 x 24 inches / 93 x 60 cm FRAME SIZE: 41 x 29 inches / 104 x 73 cm SIGNATURE: lower right ATTENTION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 131012 US Shipping $149 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Americo Makk, last name pronounced "Mahk", was born Imre Makk in 1927 in a town in western Hungary once known as Gyorszentmarton and later renamed Pannonhalma. His home stood in the shadow of the Pannonhalma Archabbey. Americo's father was the financial supervisor to the Benedictine monks who resided in the Abbey and taught in the local school. Americo began sketching at age six, and by the time he was eight, the Benedictine Brothers encouraged him further into art. Americo was 12 when the communist Russian army first invaded Hungary. At this time, his passion for painting became inexorable. His parents cautioned Americo that pursuing art as a vocation would lead to poverty, and that a career in architectural engineering was more suitable. Americo's formal training as a painter began at the Hungarian National Academy of Fine Arts in Budapest from 1945 through 1948. At the age of 21, he received a scholarship to Italy and studied at the Academy of Fine Art in Rome beginning in 1948.As Hungary was effectively under the control of communism becoming a satellite state of the Soviet Union and administered by the Hungarian People's Republic, he had doubted the authorities would allow him to accept the scholarship in Rome. Americo was reserved in conveying his memories of the communist takeover in interviews for fear of reprisals against family members still in Hungary, simply describing the period as "very unpleasant." However, where his words could not describe, his painting of the Russian takeover was reported as depicting "all the grief and agony that the people of Hungary have suffered... Once in Rome, Americo focused his studies on ecclesiastical art and the works of Renaissance masters, such as Raphael, Michelangelo, and Leonardo da Vinci.While studying at the Academy, Americo met the 16-year-old Eva Holusa, a fellow student also of Hungarian descent, whom he later married and worked alongside for the remainder of his life. He went on to instruct at the Rome Academy of Fine Art. It was then that he won the Vatican Portrait Award with a portrait of Cardinal Jozsef Mindszenty, a figure personifying opposition to communism in Hungary in support of religious freedom, which was installed in the Vatican for permanent display.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jan. 21, 2024
AMERICO MAKK EUROPEAN STREET SCENE PAINTING
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
MAKK, Americo, (Hungarian/American, 1927-2015): European Street Scene, Oil/Canvas, 24'' x 36'', signed lower right, original gilded and carved frame, 33'' x 43''.
Burchard Galleries Inc
Jan. 07, 2024
Americo Makk (Hawaii,NY,Hungary,1927-2015) oil painting
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
ARTIST: Americo Makk (Hawaiian, New York, Hungarian, 1927 - 2015) TITLE: Masquerade MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Missing a few flakes of paint. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 27 x 39 inches / 68 x 99 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed (In-House framing available) SIGNATURE: lower right CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 127175 US Shipping $120 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Americo Makk, last name pronounced "Mahk", was born Imre Makk in 1927 in a town in western Hungary once known as Gyorszentmarton and later renamed Pannonhalma. His home stood in the shadow of the Pannonhalma Archabbey. Americo's father was the financial supervisor to the Benedictine monks who resided in the Abbey and taught in the local school. Americo began sketching at age six, and by the time he was eight, the Benedictine Brothers encouraged him further into art. Americo was 12 when the communist Russian army first invaded Hungary. At this time, his passion for painting became inexorable. His parents cautioned Americo that pursuing art as a vocation would lead to poverty, and that a career in architectural engineering was more suitable. Americo's formal training as a painter began at the Hungarian National Academy of Fine Arts in Budapest from 1945 through 1948. At the age of 21, he received a scholarship to Italy and studied at the Academy of Fine Art in Rome beginning in 1948.As Hungary was effectively under the control of communism becoming a satellite state of the Soviet Union and administered by the Hungarian People's Republic, he had doubted the authorities would allow him to accept the scholarship in Rome. Americo was reserved in conveying his memories of the communist takeover in interviews for fear of reprisals against family members still in Hungary, simply describing the period as "very unpleasant." However, where his words could not describe, his painting of the Russian takeover was reported as depicting "all the grief and agony that the people of Hungary have suffered... Once in Rome, Americo focused his studies on ecclesiastical art and the works of Renaissance masters, such as Raphael, Michelangelo, and Leonardo da Vinci.While studying at the Academy, Americo met the 16-year-old Eva Holusa, a fellow student also of Hungarian descent, whom he later married and worked alongside for the remainder of his life. He went on to instruct at the Rome Academy of Fine Art. It was then that he won the Vatican Portrait Award with a portrait of Cardinal Jozsef Mindszenty, a figure personifying opposition to communism in Hungary in support of religious freedom, which was installed in the Vatican for permanent display.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Dec. 17, 2023
AMERICO MAKK EUROPEAN STREET SCENE PAINTING
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
MAKK, American, (Hungarian/American, 1927-2015): European Street Scene, Oil/Canvas, 24" x 36", signed lower right, original gilded and carved frame, 33" x 43".
Burchard Galleries Inc
Nov. 02, 2023
Americo Makk (American/Hungarian, 1927-2015)
Est: $200 - $400
Americo Makk (American/Hungarian, 1927-2015) Figures in a Garden, Oil on canvas, Signed lower left. Framed dimensions: H: 37 1/2 x W: 33 1/2 H: 32 W: 28 in.
Gray's Auctioneers
Nov. 02, 2023
Americo Makk (American/Hungarian, 1927-2015)
Est: $200 - $400
Americo Makk (American/Hungarian, 1927-2015) Figures in Garden, Oil on canvas, Signed lower right. Framed dimensions: H: 44 1/2 x W: 32 1/2 in. H: 36 W: 24 in.
Gray's Auctioneers
Oct. 26, 2023
Americo Makk (1927-2015): Winter Magic
Est: $600 - $800
Americo Makk Hungarian, 1927-2015 Winter Magic oil on canvas signed and dated 1987 lower right, signed again, dated 1996, titled, and with artist's copyright stamp to verso
Abell Auction
Oct. 10, 2023
AMERICO MAKK PORTRAIT PAINTING. YOUNG WOMAN IN FORMAL GOWN. SIGNED. "GIRL FROM RIO DE JANEIRO" SIGNE
Est: $120 - $200
Americo Makk Portrait Painting. Young Woman in Formal Gown. Signed. "Girl from Rio de Janeiro" Signed twice. H: 35.5 inches: W: 23.5 inches: D: 1 inches ---
Uniques & Antiques
Oct. 08, 2023
Americo Makk (Hawaii,NY,Hungary,1927-2015) oil painting
Est: $1,600 - $2,000
ARTIST: Americo Makk (Hawaiian, New York, Hungarian, 1927 - 2015) TITLE: Masquerade MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Missing a few flakes of paint. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 27 x 39 inches / 68 x 99 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed (In-House framing available) SIGNATURE: lower right CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 127175 US Shipping $120 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Americo Makk, last name pronounced "Mahk", was born Imre Makk in 1927 in a town in western Hungary once known as Gyorszentmarton and later renamed Pannonhalma. His home stood in the shadow of the Pannonhalma Archabbey. Americo's father was the financial supervisor to the Benedictine monks who resided in the Abbey and taught in the local school. Americo began sketching at age six, and by the time he was eight, the Benedictine Brothers encouraged him further into art. Americo was 12 when the communist Russian army first invaded Hungary. At this time, his passion for painting became inexorable. His parents cautioned Americo that pursuing art as a vocation would lead to poverty, and that a career in architectural engineering was more suitable. Americo's formal training as a painter began at the Hungarian National Academy of Fine Arts in Budapest from 1945 through 1948. At the age of 21, he received a scholarship to Italy and studied at the Academy of Fine Art in Rome beginning in 1948.As Hungary was effectively under the control of communism becoming a satellite state of the Soviet Union and administered by the Hungarian People's Republic, he had doubted the authorities would allow him to accept the scholarship in Rome. Americo was reserved in conveying his memories of the communist takeover in interviews for fear of reprisals against family members still in Hungary, simply describing the period as "very unpleasant." However, where his words could not describe, his painting of the Russian takeover was reported as depicting "all the grief and agony that the people of Hungary have suffered... Once in Rome, Americo focused his studies on ecclesiastical art and the works of Renaissance masters, such as Raphael, Michelangelo, and Leonardo da Vinci.While studying at the Academy, Americo met the 16-year-old Eva Holusa, a fellow student also of Hungarian descent, whom he later married and worked alongside for the remainder of his life. He went on to instruct at the Rome Academy of Fine Art. It was then that he won the Vatican Portrait Award with a portrait of Cardinal Jozsef Mindszenty, a figure personifying opposition to communism in Hungary in support of religious freedom, which was installed in the Vatican for permanent display.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jul. 28, 2023
Americo Makk (AMERICAN/HUNGARIAN, 1927-2015) Oil On Canvas Tarvisio, H 24.25" W 36.25"
Est: $300 - $500
Signed lower left, signed and titled verso. Frame Measurements H 31.25" W 42.5"
DuMouchelles
Jul. 12, 2023
AMERICO MAKK (HUNGARIAN/AMERICAN, 1927-2015)
Est: $200 - $400
Americo Makk (Hungarian/American, 1927-2015) Spring, Oil on canvas, Signed lower left. Framed dimensions: H: 49 1/2 x W: 39 in. H: 40 W: 30 in. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email or by telephone . Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Gray's Auctioneers shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Gray's Auctioneers
Jul. 12, 2023
AMERICO MAKK (AMERICAN/HUNGARIAN, 1927-2015)
Est: $200 - $400
Americo Makk (American/Hungarian, 1927-2015) Figures in a Garden, Oil on canvas, Signed lower left. Framed dimensions: H: 37 1/2 x W: 33 1/2 H: 32 W: 28 in. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email or by telephone . Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Gray's Auctioneers shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Gray's Auctioneers
Jul. 12, 2023
AMERICO MAKK (AMERICAN/HUNGARIAN, 1927-2015)
Est: $200 - $400
Americo Makk (American/Hungarian, 1927-2015) Figures in Garden, Oil on canvas, Signed lower right. Framed dimensions: H: 44 1/2 x W: 32 1/2 in. H: 36 W: 24 in. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email or by telephone . Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Gray's Auctioneers shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Gray's Auctioneers