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b. 1920 - d. 1992

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  • Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting
    Aug. 30, 2026

    Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting

    Est: $675 - $850

    ARTIST: Lou Marchetti (New York, Italian, 1920 - 1992) TITLE: Historical Romance Illustration MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Few small scratches/paint losses. Few nail holes along edges. No visible inpaint under UV light. Normal wear along edges. ART SIZE: 38 x 24 inches / 96 x 60 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed (In-House framing available) (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 WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152061 US SHIPPING: $149 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Lou Marchetti was an illustrator and fine artist best known for his paperback book covers. His creative works include paperback and hardback book covers, fine art, magazine illustrations, a limited number of commissioned portraits, and even a religious plate collection.Lou almost never painted directly from life. He relied primarily on still photographs, movie stills, and magazine clippings for inspiration, using his unique ability to creatively synthesize a single image from bits and pieces. He rarely used professional models or costumes for his own stills. Instead, he co-opted members of the family to pose with household items and used his artist's eye and talent to transform the scene. A bedsheet might become a robe, a kitchen spoon a sword.His years of study at the Art Students League gave Lou a solid understanding of human anatomy which is reflected in the figures he painted. Lou very rarely rendered facial images as they were, rather he created them from his imagination. The faces of the women he painted could be absolutely stunning, prompting people to ask who the model was. The answer was always the same, "I just made her up."In preparation for his move to fine art from book illustration, Lou worked increasingly in oils and canvas and expanded the sizes of his paintings. During this stage he often created beautiful landscapes and then populated them with figures to accommodate the subject matter of the book. Among others, several Civil War covers were created this way.The scenes of Italy and Spain that Lou painted after his transition to fine art were taken from photos he took on his travels. He delighted in portraying the areas around his place of birth in Fondi, Italy. Lou was of good humor, and in keeping with his propensity to use familiar surroundings for inspiration, Lou's dog found his way into Lou's Noah's Ark religious plate. Unfortunately Lou died before that plate was produced, and it remains unpublished and in private hands.

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  • Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting
    Aug. 30, 2026

    Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting

    Est: $675 - $850

    ARTIST: Lou Marchetti (New York, Italian, 1920 - 1992) TITLE: Illustration MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Few minor scratches/paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. Normal wear along edges. ART SIZE: 36 x 24 inches / 91 x 60 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed (In-House framing available) (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 WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152062 US SHIPPING: $149 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Lou Marchetti was an illustrator and fine artist best known for his paperback book covers. His creative works include paperback and hardback book covers, fine art, magazine illustrations, a limited number of commissioned portraits, and even a religious plate collection.Lou almost never painted directly from life. He relied primarily on still photographs, movie stills, and magazine clippings for inspiration, using his unique ability to creatively synthesize a single image from bits and pieces. He rarely used professional models or costumes for his own stills. Instead, he co-opted members of the family to pose with household items and used his artist's eye and talent to transform the scene. A bedsheet might become a robe, a kitchen spoon a sword.His years of study at the Art Students League gave Lou a solid understanding of human anatomy which is reflected in the figures he painted. Lou very rarely rendered facial images as they were, rather he created them from his imagination. The faces of the women he painted could be absolutely stunning, prompting people to ask who the model was. The answer was always the same, "I just made her up."In preparation for his move to fine art from book illustration, Lou worked increasingly in oils and canvas and expanded the sizes of his paintings. During this stage he often created beautiful landscapes and then populated them with figures to accommodate the subject matter of the book. Among others, several Civil War covers were created this way.The scenes of Italy and Spain that Lou painted after his transition to fine art were taken from photos he took on his travels. He delighted in portraying the areas around his place of birth in Fondi, Italy. Lou was of good humor, and in keeping with his propensity to use familiar surroundings for inspiration, Lou's dog found his way into Lou's Noah's Ark religious plate. Unfortunately Lou died before that plate was produced, and it remains unpublished and in private hands.

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  • Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting
    Aug. 30, 2026

    Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting

    Est: $600 - $750

    ARTIST: Lou Marchetti (New York, Italian, 1920 - 1992) TITLE: Historical Romance Illustration MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Minor scratches/paint losses. Very minor craquelure. No visible inpaint under UV light. Normal wear along edges. ART SIZE: 32 x 42 inches / 81 x 106 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed (In-House framing available) (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 WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152067 US SHIPPING: $149 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Lou Marchetti was an illustrator and fine artist best known for his paperback book covers. His creative works include paperback and hardback book covers, fine art, magazine illustrations, a limited number of commissioned portraits, and even a religious plate collection.Lou almost never painted directly from life. He relied primarily on still photographs, movie stills, and magazine clippings for inspiration, using his unique ability to creatively synthesize a single image from bits and pieces. He rarely used professional models or costumes for his own stills. Instead, he co-opted members of the family to pose with household items and used his artist's eye and talent to transform the scene. A bedsheet might become a robe, a kitchen spoon a sword.His years of study at the Art Students League gave Lou a solid understanding of human anatomy which is reflected in the figures he painted. Lou very rarely rendered facial images as they were, rather he created them from his imagination. The faces of the women he painted could be absolutely stunning, prompting people to ask who the model was. The answer was always the same, "I just made her up."In preparation for his move to fine art from book illustration, Lou worked increasingly in oils and canvas and expanded the sizes of his paintings. During this stage he often created beautiful landscapes and then populated them with figures to accommodate the subject matter of the book. Among others, several Civil War covers were created this way.The scenes of Italy and Spain that Lou painted after his transition to fine art were taken from photos he took on his travels. He delighted in portraying the areas around his place of birth in Fondi, Italy. Lou was of good humor, and in keeping with his propensity to use familiar surroundings for inspiration, Lou's dog found his way into Lou's Noah's Ark religious plate. Unfortunately Lou died before that plate was produced, and it remains unpublished and in private hands.

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  • Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting
    Aug. 16, 2026

    Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting

    Est: $600 - $750

    ARTIST: Lou Marchetti (New York, Italian, 1920 - 1992) TITLE: Historical Romance Illustration MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Some scratches/paint losses. Some small brown spots. No visible inpaint under UV light. Normal wear along edges. ART SIZE: 35 x 44 inches / 88 x 111 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed (In-House framing available) (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 WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152066 US SHIPPING: $149 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Lou Marchetti was an illustrator and fine artist best known for his paperback book covers. His creative works include paperback and hardback book covers, fine art, magazine illustrations, a limited number of commissioned portraits, and even a religious plate collection.Lou almost never painted directly from life. He relied primarily on still photographs, movie stills, and magazine clippings for inspiration, using his unique ability to creatively synthesize a single image from bits and pieces. He rarely used professional models or costumes for his own stills. Instead, he co-opted members of the family to pose with household items and used his artist's eye and talent to transform the scene. A bedsheet might become a robe, a kitchen spoon a sword.His years of study at the Art Students League gave Lou a solid understanding of human anatomy which is reflected in the figures he painted. Lou very rarely rendered facial images as they were, rather he created them from his imagination. The faces of the women he painted could be absolutely stunning, prompting people to ask who the model was. The answer was always the same, "I just made her up."In preparation for his move to fine art from book illustration, Lou worked increasingly in oils and canvas and expanded the sizes of his paintings. During this stage he often created beautiful landscapes and then populated them with figures to accommodate the subject matter of the book. Among others, several Civil War covers were created this way.The scenes of Italy and Spain that Lou painted after his transition to fine art were taken from photos he took on his travels. He delighted in portraying the areas around his place of birth in Fondi, Italy. Lou was of good humor, and in keeping with his propensity to use familiar surroundings for inspiration, Lou's dog found his way into Lou's Noah's Ark religious plate. Unfortunately Lou died before that plate was produced, and it remains unpublished and in private hands.

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  • Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting
    Aug. 16, 2026

    Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting

    Est: $600 - $750

    ARTIST: Lou Marchetti (New York, Italian, 1920 - 1992) TITLE: Historical Romance Illustration MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Few small scratches/paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. Normal wear along edges. ART SIZE: 34 x 44 inches / 86 x 111 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed (In-House framing available) (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 WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152065 US SHIPPING: $149 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Lou Marchetti was an illustrator and fine artist best known for his paperback book covers. His creative works include paperback and hardback book covers, fine art, magazine illustrations, a limited number of commissioned portraits, and even a religious plate collection.Lou almost never painted directly from life. He relied primarily on still photographs, movie stills, and magazine clippings for inspiration, using his unique ability to creatively synthesize a single image from bits and pieces. He rarely used professional models or costumes for his own stills. Instead, he co-opted members of the family to pose with household items and used his artist's eye and talent to transform the scene. A bedsheet might become a robe, a kitchen spoon a sword.His years of study at the Art Students League gave Lou a solid understanding of human anatomy which is reflected in the figures he painted. Lou very rarely rendered facial images as they were, rather he created them from his imagination. The faces of the women he painted could be absolutely stunning, prompting people to ask who the model was. The answer was always the same, "I just made her up."In preparation for his move to fine art from book illustration, Lou worked increasingly in oils and canvas and expanded the sizes of his paintings. During this stage he often created beautiful landscapes and then populated them with figures to accommodate the subject matter of the book. Among others, several Civil War covers were created this way.The scenes of Italy and Spain that Lou painted after his transition to fine art were taken from photos he took on his travels. He delighted in portraying the areas around his place of birth in Fondi, Italy. Lou was of good humor, and in keeping with his propensity to use familiar surroundings for inspiration, Lou's dog found his way into Lou's Noah's Ark religious plate. Unfortunately Lou died before that plate was produced, and it remains unpublished and in private hands.

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  • LOU MARCHETTI ORIGINAL ILLUSTRATION PAINTING ON BOARD TITLED POSSESS THE LAND.
    Aug. 13, 2026

    LOU MARCHETTI ORIGINAL ILLUSTRATION PAINTING ON BOARD TITLED POSSESS THE LAND.

    Est: $120 - $200

    Lou Marchetti Original Illustration Painting on Board titled Possess the Land. Dimensions: Height: 30 inches, Width: 20.75 inches. ---

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  • Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting
    Aug. 09, 2026

    Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting

    Est: $650 - $800

    ARTIST: Lou Marchetti (New York, Italian, 1920 - 1992) TITLE: Historical Romance Illustration MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Few small scratches/paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. Normal wear along edges. ART SIZE: 30 x 22 inches / 76 x 55 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed (In-House framing available) (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 WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152063 US SHIPPING: $105 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Lou Marchetti was an illustrator and fine artist best known for his paperback book covers. His creative works include paperback and hardback book covers, fine art, magazine illustrations, a limited number of commissioned portraits, and even a religious plate collection.Lou almost never painted directly from life. He relied primarily on still photographs, movie stills, and magazine clippings for inspiration, using his unique ability to creatively synthesize a single image from bits and pieces. He rarely used professional models or costumes for his own stills. Instead, he co-opted members of the family to pose with household items and used his artist's eye and talent to transform the scene. A bedsheet might become a robe, a kitchen spoon a sword.His years of study at the Art Students League gave Lou a solid understanding of human anatomy which is reflected in the figures he painted. Lou very rarely rendered facial images as they were, rather he created them from his imagination. The faces of the women he painted could be absolutely stunning, prompting people to ask who the model was. The answer was always the same, "I just made her up."In preparation for his move to fine art from book illustration, Lou worked increasingly in oils and canvas and expanded the sizes of his paintings. During this stage he often created beautiful landscapes and then populated them with figures to accommodate the subject matter of the book. Among others, several Civil War covers were created this way.The scenes of Italy and Spain that Lou painted after his transition to fine art were taken from photos he took on his travels. He delighted in portraying the areas around his place of birth in Fondi, Italy. Lou was of good humor, and in keeping with his propensity to use familiar surroundings for inspiration, Lou's dog found his way into Lou's Noah's Ark religious plate. Unfortunately Lou died before that plate was produced, and it remains unpublished and in private hands.

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  • Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting
    Aug. 09, 2026

    Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting

    Est: $650 - $800

    ARTIST: Lou Marchetti (New York, Italian, 1920 - 1992) TITLE: Historical Romance Illustration MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Some paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. Normal wear along edges. ART SIZE: 38 x 22 inches / 96 x 55 cm FRAME SIZE: unframed (In-House framing available) (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 WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152064 US SHIPPING: $149 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Lou Marchetti was an illustrator and fine artist best known for his paperback book covers. His creative works include paperback and hardback book covers, fine art, magazine illustrations, a limited number of commissioned portraits, and even a religious plate collection.Lou almost never painted directly from life. He relied primarily on still photographs, movie stills, and magazine clippings for inspiration, using his unique ability to creatively synthesize a single image from bits and pieces. He rarely used professional models or costumes for his own stills. Instead, he co-opted members of the family to pose with household items and used his artist's eye and talent to transform the scene. A bedsheet might become a robe, a kitchen spoon a sword.His years of study at the Art Students League gave Lou a solid understanding of human anatomy which is reflected in the figures he painted. Lou very rarely rendered facial images as they were, rather he created them from his imagination. The faces of the women he painted could be absolutely stunning, prompting people to ask who the model was. The answer was always the same, "I just made her up."In preparation for his move to fine art from book illustration, Lou worked increasingly in oils and canvas and expanded the sizes of his paintings. During this stage he often created beautiful landscapes and then populated them with figures to accommodate the subject matter of the book. Among others, several Civil War covers were created this way.The scenes of Italy and Spain that Lou painted after his transition to fine art were taken from photos he took on his travels. He delighted in portraying the areas around his place of birth in Fondi, Italy. Lou was of good humor, and in keeping with his propensity to use familiar surroundings for inspiration, Lou's dog found his way into Lou's Noah's Ark religious plate. Unfortunately Lou died before that plate was produced, and it remains unpublished and in private hands.

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  • Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting
    May. 17, 2026

    Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting

    Est: $600 - $750

    ARTIST: Lou Marchetti (New York, Italian, 1920 - 1992) TITLE: Historical Romance Illustration MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Minor scratches/paint losses. Very minor craquelure. No visible inpaint under UV light. Normal wear along edges. ART SIZE: 32 x 42 inches / 81 x 106 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 WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152067 US SHIPPING: $149 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Lou Marchetti was an illustrator and fine artist best known for his paperback book covers. His creative works include paperback and hardback book covers, fine art, magazine illustrations, a limited number of commissioned portraits, and even a religious plate collection.Lou almost never painted directly from life. He relied primarily on still photographs, movie stills, and magazine clippings for inspiration, using his unique ability to creatively synthesize a single image from bits and pieces. He rarely used professional models or costumes for his own stills. Instead, he co-opted members of the family to pose with household items and used his artist's eye and talent to transform the scene. A bedsheet might become a robe, a kitchen spoon a sword.His years of study at the Art Students League gave Lou a solid understanding of human anatomy which is reflected in the figures he painted. Lou very rarely rendered facial images as they were, rather he created them from his imagination. The faces of the women he painted could be absolutely stunning, prompting people to ask who the model was. The answer was always the same, "I just made her up."In preparation for his move to fine art from book illustration, Lou worked increasingly in oils and canvas and expanded the sizes of his paintings. During this stage he often created beautiful landscapes and then populated them with figures to accommodate the subject matter of the book. Among others, several Civil War covers were created this way.The scenes of Italy and Spain that Lou painted after his transition to fine art were taken from photos he took on his travels. He delighted in portraying the areas around his place of birth in Fondi, Italy. Lou was of good humor, and in keeping with his propensity to use familiar surroundings for inspiration, Lou's dog found his way into Lou's Noah's Ark religious plate. Unfortunately Lou died before that plate was produced, and it remains unpublished and in private hands.

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  • Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting
    May. 17, 2026

    Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting

    Est: $675 - $850

    ARTIST: Lou Marchetti (New York, Italian, 1920 - 1992) TITLE: Illustration MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Few minor scratches/paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. Normal wear along edges. ART SIZE: 36 x 24 inches / 91 x 60 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 WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152062 US SHIPPING: $149 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Lou Marchetti was an illustrator and fine artist best known for his paperback book covers. His creative works include paperback and hardback book covers, fine art, magazine illustrations, a limited number of commissioned portraits, and even a religious plate collection.Lou almost never painted directly from life. He relied primarily on still photographs, movie stills, and magazine clippings for inspiration, using his unique ability to creatively synthesize a single image from bits and pieces. He rarely used professional models or costumes for his own stills. Instead, he co-opted members of the family to pose with household items and used his artist's eye and talent to transform the scene. A bedsheet might become a robe, a kitchen spoon a sword.His years of study at the Art Students League gave Lou a solid understanding of human anatomy which is reflected in the figures he painted. Lou very rarely rendered facial images as they were, rather he created them from his imagination. The faces of the women he painted could be absolutely stunning, prompting people to ask who the model was. The answer was always the same, "I just made her up."In preparation for his move to fine art from book illustration, Lou worked increasingly in oils and canvas and expanded the sizes of his paintings. During this stage he often created beautiful landscapes and then populated them with figures to accommodate the subject matter of the book. Among others, several Civil War covers were created this way.The scenes of Italy and Spain that Lou painted after his transition to fine art were taken from photos he took on his travels. He delighted in portraying the areas around his place of birth in Fondi, Italy. Lou was of good humor, and in keeping with his propensity to use familiar surroundings for inspiration, Lou's dog found his way into Lou's Noah's Ark religious plate. Unfortunately Lou died before that plate was produced, and it remains unpublished and in private hands.

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  • Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting
    May. 17, 2026

    Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting

    Est: $675 - $850

    ARTIST: Lou Marchetti (New York, Italian, 1920 - 1992) TITLE: Historical Romance Illustration MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Few small scratches/paint losses. Few nail holes along edges. No visible inpaint under UV light. Normal wear along edges. ART SIZE: 38 x 24 inches / 96 x 60 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 WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152061 US SHIPPING: $149 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Lou Marchetti was an illustrator and fine artist best known for his paperback book covers. His creative works include paperback and hardback book covers, fine art, magazine illustrations, a limited number of commissioned portraits, and even a religious plate collection.Lou almost never painted directly from life. He relied primarily on still photographs, movie stills, and magazine clippings for inspiration, using his unique ability to creatively synthesize a single image from bits and pieces. He rarely used professional models or costumes for his own stills. Instead, he co-opted members of the family to pose with household items and used his artist's eye and talent to transform the scene. A bedsheet might become a robe, a kitchen spoon a sword.His years of study at the Art Students League gave Lou a solid understanding of human anatomy which is reflected in the figures he painted. Lou very rarely rendered facial images as they were, rather he created them from his imagination. The faces of the women he painted could be absolutely stunning, prompting people to ask who the model was. The answer was always the same, "I just made her up."In preparation for his move to fine art from book illustration, Lou worked increasingly in oils and canvas and expanded the sizes of his paintings. During this stage he often created beautiful landscapes and then populated them with figures to accommodate the subject matter of the book. Among others, several Civil War covers were created this way.The scenes of Italy and Spain that Lou painted after his transition to fine art were taken from photos he took on his travels. He delighted in portraying the areas around his place of birth in Fondi, Italy. Lou was of good humor, and in keeping with his propensity to use familiar surroundings for inspiration, Lou's dog found his way into Lou's Noah's Ark religious plate. Unfortunately Lou died before that plate was produced, and it remains unpublished and in private hands.

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  • Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting
    May. 03, 2026

    Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting

    Est: $600 - $750

    ARTIST: Lou Marchetti (New York, Italian, 1920 - 1992) TITLE: Historical Romance Illustration MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Few small scratches/paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. Normal wear along edges. ART SIZE: 34 x 44 inches / 86 x 111 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 WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152065 US SHIPPING: $149 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Lou Marchetti was an illustrator and fine artist best known for his paperback book covers. His creative works include paperback and hardback book covers, fine art, magazine illustrations, a limited number of commissioned portraits, and even a religious plate collection.Lou almost never painted directly from life. He relied primarily on still photographs, movie stills, and magazine clippings for inspiration, using his unique ability to creatively synthesize a single image from bits and pieces. He rarely used professional models or costumes for his own stills. Instead, he co-opted members of the family to pose with household items and used his artist's eye and talent to transform the scene. A bedsheet might become a robe, a kitchen spoon a sword.His years of study at the Art Students League gave Lou a solid understanding of human anatomy which is reflected in the figures he painted. Lou very rarely rendered facial images as they were, rather he created them from his imagination. The faces of the women he painted could be absolutely stunning, prompting people to ask who the model was. The answer was always the same, "I just made her up."In preparation for his move to fine art from book illustration, Lou worked increasingly in oils and canvas and expanded the sizes of his paintings. During this stage he often created beautiful landscapes and then populated them with figures to accommodate the subject matter of the book. Among others, several Civil War covers were created this way.The scenes of Italy and Spain that Lou painted after his transition to fine art were taken from photos he took on his travels. He delighted in portraying the areas around his place of birth in Fondi, Italy. Lou was of good humor, and in keeping with his propensity to use familiar surroundings for inspiration, Lou's dog found his way into Lou's Noah's Ark religious plate. Unfortunately Lou died before that plate was produced, and it remains unpublished and in private hands.

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  • Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting
    May. 03, 2026

    Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting

    Est: $600 - $750

    ARTIST: Lou Marchetti (New York, Italian, 1920 - 1992) TITLE: Historical Romance Illustration MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Some scratches/paint losses. Some small brown spots. No visible inpaint under UV light. Normal wear along edges. ART SIZE: 35 x 44 inches / 88 x 111 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 WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152066 US SHIPPING: $149 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Lou Marchetti was an illustrator and fine artist best known for his paperback book covers. His creative works include paperback and hardback book covers, fine art, magazine illustrations, a limited number of commissioned portraits, and even a religious plate collection.Lou almost never painted directly from life. He relied primarily on still photographs, movie stills, and magazine clippings for inspiration, using his unique ability to creatively synthesize a single image from bits and pieces. He rarely used professional models or costumes for his own stills. Instead, he co-opted members of the family to pose with household items and used his artist's eye and talent to transform the scene. A bedsheet might become a robe, a kitchen spoon a sword.His years of study at the Art Students League gave Lou a solid understanding of human anatomy which is reflected in the figures he painted. Lou very rarely rendered facial images as they were, rather he created them from his imagination. The faces of the women he painted could be absolutely stunning, prompting people to ask who the model was. The answer was always the same, "I just made her up."In preparation for his move to fine art from book illustration, Lou worked increasingly in oils and canvas and expanded the sizes of his paintings. During this stage he often created beautiful landscapes and then populated them with figures to accommodate the subject matter of the book. Among others, several Civil War covers were created this way.The scenes of Italy and Spain that Lou painted after his transition to fine art were taken from photos he took on his travels. He delighted in portraying the areas around his place of birth in Fondi, Italy. Lou was of good humor, and in keeping with his propensity to use familiar surroundings for inspiration, Lou's dog found his way into Lou's Noah's Ark religious plate. Unfortunately Lou died before that plate was produced, and it remains unpublished and in private hands.

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  • Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting
    Apr. 19, 2026

    Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting

    Est: $650 - $800

    ARTIST: Lou Marchetti (New York, Italian, 1920 - 1992) TITLE: Historical Romance Illustration MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Few small scratches/paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. Normal wear along edges. ART SIZE: 30 x 22 inches / 76 x 55 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 WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152063 US SHIPPING: $105 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Lou Marchetti was an illustrator and fine artist best known for his paperback book covers. His creative works include paperback and hardback book covers, fine art, magazine illustrations, a limited number of commissioned portraits, and even a religious plate collection.Lou almost never painted directly from life. He relied primarily on still photographs, movie stills, and magazine clippings for inspiration, using his unique ability to creatively synthesize a single image from bits and pieces. He rarely used professional models or costumes for his own stills. Instead, he co-opted members of the family to pose with household items and used his artist's eye and talent to transform the scene. A bedsheet might become a robe, a kitchen spoon a sword.His years of study at the Art Students League gave Lou a solid understanding of human anatomy which is reflected in the figures he painted. Lou very rarely rendered facial images as they were, rather he created them from his imagination. The faces of the women he painted could be absolutely stunning, prompting people to ask who the model was. The answer was always the same, "I just made her up."In preparation for his move to fine art from book illustration, Lou worked increasingly in oils and canvas and expanded the sizes of his paintings. During this stage he often created beautiful landscapes and then populated them with figures to accommodate the subject matter of the book. Among others, several Civil War covers were created this way.The scenes of Italy and Spain that Lou painted after his transition to fine art were taken from photos he took on his travels. He delighted in portraying the areas around his place of birth in Fondi, Italy. Lou was of good humor, and in keeping with his propensity to use familiar surroundings for inspiration, Lou's dog found his way into Lou's Noah's Ark religious plate. Unfortunately Lou died before that plate was produced, and it remains unpublished and in private hands.

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  • Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting
    Apr. 19, 2026

    Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting

    Est: $650 - $800

    ARTIST: Lou Marchetti (New York, Italian, 1920 - 1992) TITLE: Historical Romance Illustration MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Some paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. Normal wear along edges. ART SIZE: 38 x 22 inches / 96 x 55 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 WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152064 US SHIPPING: $149 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Lou Marchetti was an illustrator and fine artist best known for his paperback book covers. His creative works include paperback and hardback book covers, fine art, magazine illustrations, a limited number of commissioned portraits, and even a religious plate collection.Lou almost never painted directly from life. He relied primarily on still photographs, movie stills, and magazine clippings for inspiration, using his unique ability to creatively synthesize a single image from bits and pieces. He rarely used professional models or costumes for his own stills. Instead, he co-opted members of the family to pose with household items and used his artist's eye and talent to transform the scene. A bedsheet might become a robe, a kitchen spoon a sword.His years of study at the Art Students League gave Lou a solid understanding of human anatomy which is reflected in the figures he painted. Lou very rarely rendered facial images as they were, rather he created them from his imagination. The faces of the women he painted could be absolutely stunning, prompting people to ask who the model was. The answer was always the same, "I just made her up."In preparation for his move to fine art from book illustration, Lou worked increasingly in oils and canvas and expanded the sizes of his paintings. During this stage he often created beautiful landscapes and then populated them with figures to accommodate the subject matter of the book. Among others, several Civil War covers were created this way.The scenes of Italy and Spain that Lou painted after his transition to fine art were taken from photos he took on his travels. He delighted in portraying the areas around his place of birth in Fondi, Italy. Lou was of good humor, and in keeping with his propensity to use familiar surroundings for inspiration, Lou's dog found his way into Lou's Noah's Ark religious plate. Unfortunately Lou died before that plate was produced, and it remains unpublished and in private hands.

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  • Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting
    Feb. 08, 2026

    Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting

    Est: $600 - $750

    ARTIST: Lou Marchetti (New York, Italian, 1920 - 1992) TITLE: Historical Romance Illustration MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Minor scratches/paint losses. Very minor craquelure. No visible inpaint under UV light. Normal wear along edges. ART SIZE: 32 x 42 inches / 81 x 106 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 WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152067 US SHIPPING: $149 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Lou Marchetti was an illustrator and fine artist best known for his paperback book covers. His creative works include paperback and hardback book covers, fine art, magazine illustrations, a limited number of commissioned portraits, and even a religious plate collection.Lou almost never painted directly from life. He relied primarily on still photographs, movie stills, and magazine clippings for inspiration, using his unique ability to creatively synthesize a single image from bits and pieces. He rarely used professional models or costumes for his own stills. Instead, he co-opted members of the family to pose with household items and used his artist's eye and talent to transform the scene. A bedsheet might become a robe, a kitchen spoon a sword.His years of study at the Art Students League gave Lou a solid understanding of human anatomy which is reflected in the figures he painted. Lou very rarely rendered facial images as they were, rather he created them from his imagination. The faces of the women he painted could be absolutely stunning, prompting people to ask who the model was. The answer was always the same, "I just made her up."In preparation for his move to fine art from book illustration, Lou worked increasingly in oils and canvas and expanded the sizes of his paintings. During this stage he often created beautiful landscapes and then populated them with figures to accommodate the subject matter of the book. Among others, several Civil War covers were created this way.The scenes of Italy and Spain that Lou painted after his transition to fine art were taken from photos he took on his travels. He delighted in portraying the areas around his place of birth in Fondi, Italy. Lou was of good humor, and in keeping with his propensity to use familiar surroundings for inspiration, Lou's dog found his way into Lou's Noah's Ark religious plate. Unfortunately Lou died before that plate was produced, and it remains unpublished and in private hands.

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  • Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting
    Feb. 08, 2026

    Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting

    Est: $675 - $850

    ARTIST: Lou Marchetti (New York, Italian, 1920 - 1992) TITLE: Illustration MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Few minor scratches/paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. Normal wear along edges. ART SIZE: 36 x 24 inches / 91 x 60 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 WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152062 US SHIPPING: $149 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Lou Marchetti was an illustrator and fine artist best known for his paperback book covers. His creative works include paperback and hardback book covers, fine art, magazine illustrations, a limited number of commissioned portraits, and even a religious plate collection.Lou almost never painted directly from life. He relied primarily on still photographs, movie stills, and magazine clippings for inspiration, using his unique ability to creatively synthesize a single image from bits and pieces. He rarely used professional models or costumes for his own stills. Instead, he co-opted members of the family to pose with household items and used his artist's eye and talent to transform the scene. A bedsheet might become a robe, a kitchen spoon a sword.His years of study at the Art Students League gave Lou a solid understanding of human anatomy which is reflected in the figures he painted. Lou very rarely rendered facial images as they were, rather he created them from his imagination. The faces of the women he painted could be absolutely stunning, prompting people to ask who the model was. The answer was always the same, "I just made her up."In preparation for his move to fine art from book illustration, Lou worked increasingly in oils and canvas and expanded the sizes of his paintings. During this stage he often created beautiful landscapes and then populated them with figures to accommodate the subject matter of the book. Among others, several Civil War covers were created this way.The scenes of Italy and Spain that Lou painted after his transition to fine art were taken from photos he took on his travels. He delighted in portraying the areas around his place of birth in Fondi, Italy. Lou was of good humor, and in keeping with his propensity to use familiar surroundings for inspiration, Lou's dog found his way into Lou's Noah's Ark religious plate. Unfortunately Lou died before that plate was produced, and it remains unpublished and in private hands.

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  • Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting
    Feb. 01, 2026

    Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting

    Est: $600 - $750

    ARTIST: Lou Marchetti (New York, Italian, 1920 - 1992) TITLE: Historical Romance Illustration MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Few small scratches/paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. Normal wear along edges. ART SIZE: 34 x 44 inches / 86 x 111 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 WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152065 US SHIPPING: $149 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Lou Marchetti was an illustrator and fine artist best known for his paperback book covers. His creative works include paperback and hardback book covers, fine art, magazine illustrations, a limited number of commissioned portraits, and even a religious plate collection.Lou almost never painted directly from life. He relied primarily on still photographs, movie stills, and magazine clippings for inspiration, using his unique ability to creatively synthesize a single image from bits and pieces. He rarely used professional models or costumes for his own stills. Instead, he co-opted members of the family to pose with household items and used his artist's eye and talent to transform the scene. A bedsheet might become a robe, a kitchen spoon a sword.His years of study at the Art Students League gave Lou a solid understanding of human anatomy which is reflected in the figures he painted. Lou very rarely rendered facial images as they were, rather he created them from his imagination. The faces of the women he painted could be absolutely stunning, prompting people to ask who the model was. The answer was always the same, "I just made her up."In preparation for his move to fine art from book illustration, Lou worked increasingly in oils and canvas and expanded the sizes of his paintings. During this stage he often created beautiful landscapes and then populated them with figures to accommodate the subject matter of the book. Among others, several Civil War covers were created this way.The scenes of Italy and Spain that Lou painted after his transition to fine art were taken from photos he took on his travels. He delighted in portraying the areas around his place of birth in Fondi, Italy. Lou was of good humor, and in keeping with his propensity to use familiar surroundings for inspiration, Lou's dog found his way into Lou's Noah's Ark religious plate. Unfortunately Lou died before that plate was produced, and it remains unpublished and in private hands.

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  • Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting
    Feb. 01, 2026

    Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting

    Est: $675 - $850

    ARTIST: Lou Marchetti (New York, Italian, 1920 - 1992) TITLE: Historical Romance Illustration MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Few small scratches/paint losses. Few nail holes along edges. No visible inpaint under UV light. Normal wear along edges. ART SIZE: 38 x 24 inches / 96 x 60 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 WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152061 US SHIPPING: $149 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Lou Marchetti was an illustrator and fine artist best known for his paperback book covers. His creative works include paperback and hardback book covers, fine art, magazine illustrations, a limited number of commissioned portraits, and even a religious plate collection.Lou almost never painted directly from life. He relied primarily on still photographs, movie stills, and magazine clippings for inspiration, using his unique ability to creatively synthesize a single image from bits and pieces. He rarely used professional models or costumes for his own stills. Instead, he co-opted members of the family to pose with household items and used his artist's eye and talent to transform the scene. A bedsheet might become a robe, a kitchen spoon a sword.His years of study at the Art Students League gave Lou a solid understanding of human anatomy which is reflected in the figures he painted. Lou very rarely rendered facial images as they were, rather he created them from his imagination. The faces of the women he painted could be absolutely stunning, prompting people to ask who the model was. The answer was always the same, "I just made her up."In preparation for his move to fine art from book illustration, Lou worked increasingly in oils and canvas and expanded the sizes of his paintings. During this stage he often created beautiful landscapes and then populated them with figures to accommodate the subject matter of the book. Among others, several Civil War covers were created this way.The scenes of Italy and Spain that Lou painted after his transition to fine art were taken from photos he took on his travels. He delighted in portraying the areas around his place of birth in Fondi, Italy. Lou was of good humor, and in keeping with his propensity to use familiar surroundings for inspiration, Lou's dog found his way into Lou's Noah's Ark religious plate. Unfortunately Lou died before that plate was produced, and it remains unpublished and in private hands.

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  • Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting
    Feb. 01, 2026

    Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting

    Est: $600 - $750

    ARTIST: Lou Marchetti (New York, Italian, 1920 - 1992) TITLE: Historical Romance Illustration MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Some scratches/paint losses. Some small brown spots. No visible inpaint under UV light. Normal wear along edges. ART SIZE: 35 x 44 inches / 88 x 111 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 WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152066 US SHIPPING: $149 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Lou Marchetti was an illustrator and fine artist best known for his paperback book covers. His creative works include paperback and hardback book covers, fine art, magazine illustrations, a limited number of commissioned portraits, and even a religious plate collection.Lou almost never painted directly from life. He relied primarily on still photographs, movie stills, and magazine clippings for inspiration, using his unique ability to creatively synthesize a single image from bits and pieces. He rarely used professional models or costumes for his own stills. Instead, he co-opted members of the family to pose with household items and used his artist's eye and talent to transform the scene. A bedsheet might become a robe, a kitchen spoon a sword.His years of study at the Art Students League gave Lou a solid understanding of human anatomy which is reflected in the figures he painted. Lou very rarely rendered facial images as they were, rather he created them from his imagination. The faces of the women he painted could be absolutely stunning, prompting people to ask who the model was. The answer was always the same, "I just made her up."In preparation for his move to fine art from book illustration, Lou worked increasingly in oils and canvas and expanded the sizes of his paintings. During this stage he often created beautiful landscapes and then populated them with figures to accommodate the subject matter of the book. Among others, several Civil War covers were created this way.The scenes of Italy and Spain that Lou painted after his transition to fine art were taken from photos he took on his travels. He delighted in portraying the areas around his place of birth in Fondi, Italy. Lou was of good humor, and in keeping with his propensity to use familiar surroundings for inspiration, Lou's dog found his way into Lou's Noah's Ark religious plate. Unfortunately Lou died before that plate was produced, and it remains unpublished and in private hands.

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  • Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting
    Jan. 25, 2026

    Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting

    Est: $650 - $800

    ARTIST: Lou Marchetti (New York, Italian, 1920 - 1992) TITLE: Historical Romance Illustration MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Some paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. Normal wear along edges. ART SIZE: 38 x 22 inches / 96 x 55 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 WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152064 US SHIPPING: $149 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Lou Marchetti was an illustrator and fine artist best known for his paperback book covers. His creative works include paperback and hardback book covers, fine art, magazine illustrations, a limited number of commissioned portraits, and even a religious plate collection.Lou almost never painted directly from life. He relied primarily on still photographs, movie stills, and magazine clippings for inspiration, using his unique ability to creatively synthesize a single image from bits and pieces. He rarely used professional models or costumes for his own stills. Instead, he co-opted members of the family to pose with household items and used his artist's eye and talent to transform the scene. A bedsheet might become a robe, a kitchen spoon a sword.His years of study at the Art Students League gave Lou a solid understanding of human anatomy which is reflected in the figures he painted. Lou very rarely rendered facial images as they were, rather he created them from his imagination. The faces of the women he painted could be absolutely stunning, prompting people to ask who the model was. The answer was always the same, "I just made her up."In preparation for his move to fine art from book illustration, Lou worked increasingly in oils and canvas and expanded the sizes of his paintings. During this stage he often created beautiful landscapes and then populated them with figures to accommodate the subject matter of the book. Among others, several Civil War covers were created this way.The scenes of Italy and Spain that Lou painted after his transition to fine art were taken from photos he took on his travels. He delighted in portraying the areas around his place of birth in Fondi, Italy. Lou was of good humor, and in keeping with his propensity to use familiar surroundings for inspiration, Lou's dog found his way into Lou's Noah's Ark religious plate. Unfortunately Lou died before that plate was produced, and it remains unpublished and in private hands.

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  • Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting
    Jan. 25, 2026

    Lou Marchetti (NY,Italy,1920-1992) oil painting

    Est: $650 - $800

    ARTIST: Lou Marchetti (New York, Italian, 1920 - 1992) TITLE: Historical Romance Illustration MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Few small scratches/paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. Normal wear along edges. ART SIZE: 30 x 22 inches / 76 x 55 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 WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152063 US SHIPPING: $105 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Lou Marchetti was an illustrator and fine artist best known for his paperback book covers. His creative works include paperback and hardback book covers, fine art, magazine illustrations, a limited number of commissioned portraits, and even a religious plate collection.Lou almost never painted directly from life. He relied primarily on still photographs, movie stills, and magazine clippings for inspiration, using his unique ability to creatively synthesize a single image from bits and pieces. He rarely used professional models or costumes for his own stills. Instead, he co-opted members of the family to pose with household items and used his artist's eye and talent to transform the scene. A bedsheet might become a robe, a kitchen spoon a sword.His years of study at the Art Students League gave Lou a solid understanding of human anatomy which is reflected in the figures he painted. Lou very rarely rendered facial images as they were, rather he created them from his imagination. The faces of the women he painted could be absolutely stunning, prompting people to ask who the model was. The answer was always the same, "I just made her up."In preparation for his move to fine art from book illustration, Lou worked increasingly in oils and canvas and expanded the sizes of his paintings. During this stage he often created beautiful landscapes and then populated them with figures to accommodate the subject matter of the book. Among others, several Civil War covers were created this way.The scenes of Italy and Spain that Lou painted after his transition to fine art were taken from photos he took on his travels. He delighted in portraying the areas around his place of birth in Fondi, Italy. Lou was of good humor, and in keeping with his propensity to use familiar surroundings for inspiration, Lou's dog found his way into Lou's Noah's Ark religious plate. Unfortunately Lou died before that plate was produced, and it remains unpublished and in private hands.

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  • Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Studies for Book Cover Illustrations, consisting of "Portrait of a Woman" and "Numerous Figures," First H.- 16 in., W.- 30 in.; Second H.- 20 in., W.- 16 in. (2 Pcs.)
    Nov. 06, 2025

    Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Studies for Book Cover Illustrations, consisting of "Portrait of a Woman" and "Numerous Figures," First H.- 16 in., W.- 30 in.; Second H.- 20 in., W.- 16 in. (2 Pcs.)

    Est: $400 - $600

    Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Studies for Book Cover Illustrations, consisting of "Portrait of a Woman" and "Numerous Figures," each oil on canvas, each signed lower right, the second also signed en verso, each unframed,

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  • Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, consisting of Margaret Drabble's "The Ice Age" (1977), and one other, First- H.- 16 in., W.- 21 in., Framed H.- 16 1/4 in., W.- 31
    Nov. 06, 2025

    Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, consisting of Margaret Drabble's "The Ice Age" (1977), and one other, First- H.- 16 in., W.- 21 in., Framed H.- 16 1/4 in., W.- 31

    Est: $500 - $800

    Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, consisting of Margaret Drabble's "The Ice Age" (1977), and one other, each oil on canvas, each signed lower right, the first presented in a chrome metal frame, the second in a gilt metal frame,

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  • Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, First- H.- 22 in., W.- 34 in.; Second- H.- 36 in., W.- 25 in. (2 Pcs.)
    Nov. 06, 2025

    Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, First- H.- 22 in., W.- 34 in.; Second- H.- 36 in., W.- 25 in. (2 Pcs.)

    Est: $400 - $800

    Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, including Helen Van Slyke's "Sisters and Strangers" (1978), with accompanying jacket cover, and the "Seductress in Black Evening Gown", each oil on canvas, each signed lower right side, each unframed,

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  • Lou Marchetti (American, 1920-1992), Two Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, Larger- H.- 40 in., W.- 24 in.; Smaller- H.- 30 in., W.- 23 in. (2 Pcs.)
    Nov. 06, 2025

    Lou Marchetti (American, 1920-1992), Two Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, Larger- H.- 40 in., W.- 24 in.; Smaller- H.- 30 in., W.- 23 in. (2 Pcs.)

    Est: $500 - $800

    Lou Marchetti (American, 1920-1992), Two Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, including Willo Davis Roberts' "Destiny's Women," published 1980, and Anton Myer's "Tiger Waits", published 1973, the first oil on canvas, signed lower right, titled on label en verso; the second oil on academy board, signed lower right, both unframed,

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  • Lou Marchetti (American, 1920-1992), "Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations," c. 1980, H.- 40 in., W.- 46 in.
    Aug. 15, 2025

    Lou Marchetti (American, 1920-1992), "Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations," c. 1980, H.- 40 in., W.- 46 in.

    Est: $400 - $800

    † Lou Marchetti (American, 1920-1992), "Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations," c. 1980, oil on canvas, signed on tree lower right, unframed,

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  • Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Studies for Book Cover Illustrations, consisting of "Portrait of a Woman" and "Numerous Figures," First H.- 16 in., W.- 30 in.; Second H.- 20 in., W.- 16 in. (2 Pcs.)
    Aug. 15, 2025

    Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Studies for Book Cover Illustrations, consisting of "Portrait of a Woman" and "Numerous Figures," First H.- 16 in., W.- 30 in.; Second H.- 20 in., W.- 16 in. (2 Pcs.)

    Est: $400 - $600

    † Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Studies for Book Cover Illustrations, consisting of "Portrait of a Woman" and "Numerous Figures," each oil on canvas, each signed lower right, the second also signed en verso, each unframed,

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  • Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, consisting of Margaret Drabble's "The Ice Age" (1977), and one other, First- H.- 16 in., W.- 21 in., Framed H.- 16 1/4 in., W.- 31
    Aug. 15, 2025

    Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, consisting of Margaret Drabble's "The Ice Age" (1977), and one other, First- H.- 16 in., W.- 21 in., Framed H.- 16 1/4 in., W.- 31

    Est: $500 - $800

    † Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, consisting of Margaret Drabble's "The Ice Age" (1977), and one other, each oil on canvas, each signed lower right, the first presented in a chrome metal frame, the second in a gilt metal frame,

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  • Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, The First- H.- 22 in., W.- 34 in.; the Second- H.- 36 in., W.- 25 in. (2 Pcs.)
    Aug. 15, 2025

    Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, The First- H.- 22 in., W.- 34 in.; the Second- H.- 36 in., W.- 25 in. (2 Pcs.)

    Est: $400 - $800

    † Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, including Helen Van Slyke's "Sisters and Strangers" (1978), with accompanying jacket cover, and the "Seductress in Black Evening Gown", each oil on canvas, each signed lower right side, each unframed,

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  • Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Three Historical Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, First- H.- 34 in., W.- 44 in.; Second- H.- 32 in., W.- 42 in.; Third- H.- 35 in., W.- 44 in. (3 Pcs.)
    Aug. 15, 2025

    Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Three Historical Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, First- H.- 34 in., W.- 44 in.; Second- H.- 32 in., W.- 42 in.; Third- H.- 35 in., W.- 44 in. (3 Pcs.)

    Est: $500 - $800

    † Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Three Historical Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, including Catherine Gaskin's "Blake's Reach" (1958), and two others featuring the hero and heroine embracing and surrounded by jousting knights and Bedouins on camels, each oil on canvas, each signed lower right, the first titled on label en verso, all unframed,

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  • Lou Marchetti (American, 1920-1992), Two Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, , PAIR W/ # 494 Larger- H.- 40 in., W.- 24 in.; Smaller- H.- 30 in., W.- 23 in. (2 Pcs.)
    Aug. 15, 2025

    Lou Marchetti (American, 1920-1992), Two Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, , PAIR W/ # 494 Larger- H.- 40 in., W.- 24 in.; Smaller- H.- 30 in., W.- 23 in. (2 Pcs.)

    Est: $500 - $800

    † Lou Marchetti (American, 1920-1992), Two Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, PAIR W/ # 494 including Willo Davis Roberts' "Destiny's Women," published 1980, and Anton Myer's "Tiger Waits", published 1973, the first oil on canvas, signed lower right, titled on label en verso; the second oil on academy board, signed lower right, both unframed,

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  • Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Historical Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, Each- H.- 38 in., W.- 22 in. (2 Pcs.)
    Aug. 15, 2025

    Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Historical Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, Each- H.- 38 in., W.- 22 in. (2 Pcs.)

    Est: $400 - $800

    † Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Historical Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, including Arthur Moore's "The Flame and The Dagger: California Saga 2 (1979)" and Patricia Matthews' "Love's Pagan Heart (1978), each oil on canvas, each signed lower right side, the first titled on the stretcher, each unframed,

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  • Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Historical Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, First- H.- 36 in., W.- 24 in.; Second- H.- 38 in., W.- 24 in. (2 Pcs.)
    Aug. 15, 2025

    Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Historical Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, First- H.- 36 in., W.- 24 in.; Second- H.- 38 in., W.- 24 in. (2 Pcs.)

    Est: $500 - $800

    † Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Two Historical Romance Novel Book Cover Illustrations, including "The Rejected Soldier" and a "Western Frontier Scene with a Couple and a Baby", each oil on canvas, each signed lower right, each unframed,

    Crescent City Auction Gallery
  • Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Three Gothic Romances Novel Book Illustrations, H.- 32 in., W.- 22 in; H.- 28 in., W.- 19 in.; H.- 34 in., W.- 22 in., respectively (3 Pcs.)
    Aug. 15, 2025

    Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Three Gothic Romances Novel Book Illustrations, H.- 32 in., W.- 22 in; H.- 28 in., W.- 19 in.; H.- 34 in., W.- 22 in., respectively (3 Pcs.)

    Est: $500 - $800

    † Lou Marchetti (Italian/American, 1920-1992), Three Gothic Romances Novel Book Illustrations, including a "Gunman beneath a Castle", "A Cloaked Damsel and Man" and a "Warrior and Belly Dancer", each oil on canvas, each signed lower right side, each unframed,

    Crescent City Auction Gallery
  • Lou Marchetti, Three works from The Smuggler series
    Sep. 14, 2023

    Lou Marchetti, Three works from The Smuggler series

    Est: $1,500 - $2,000

    Lou Marchetti Three works from The Smuggler series 1974-75 acrylic on illustration board 30.5 h x 22 w in (77 x 56 cm) 30 h x 22 w in (76 x 56 cm) 28.875 h x 21.5 w in (73 x 55 cm) Lot is comprised of Murder in Blue, Welcome to Oblivion and Mother Luck. Signed to lower right of each work 'Marchetti'. Each work is accompanied by their respective softcover books by Paul Peterson, published by Pocket Books, New York. Exhibited: Lawrence & Clark, Chicago This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.

    Wright
  • Lou Marchetti. Abandoned at Sea, oil
    Aug. 27, 2022

    Lou Marchetti. Abandoned at Sea, oil

    Est: $500 - $700

    (American, 1920-1992). Oil on canvas, signed "Marchetti" lr, 44 x 26 in., framed.

    Alex Cooper
  • Lou Marchetti. Encounter at the Docks, oil
    Aug. 27, 2022

    Lou Marchetti. Encounter at the Docks, oil

    Est: $500 - $700

    (American, 1920-1992). Oil on canvas, signed "Marchetti" lr, 44 x 24 in., framed.

    Alex Cooper
  • Attributed to Lou Marchetti. A Romantic Ride, oil
    Jul. 23, 2022

    Attributed to Lou Marchetti. A Romantic Ride, oil

    Est: $300 - $500

    (American, 1920-1992). Oil on canvas, unsigned, 44 x 26 in., framed.

    Alex Cooper
  • Lou Marchetti. Romantic Encounter, oil
    Jul. 23, 2022

    Lou Marchetti. Romantic Encounter, oil

    Est: $500 - $700

    (American, 1920-1992). Oil on canvas, signed "Marchetti" lr, 38 x 48 in., framed.

    Alex Cooper
  • Lou Marchetti. Scottish Romance, oil
    Jul. 23, 2022

    Lou Marchetti. Scottish Romance, oil

    Est: $500 - $700

    (American, 1920-1992). Oil on canvas, signed "Marchetti" lc, 36 x 44 1/2 in., framed.

    Alex Cooper
  • Lou Marchetti (1920-1992) Large Oil on Canvas
    Feb. 18, 2017

    Lou Marchetti (1920-1992) Large Oil on Canvas

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Description: Oil on canvas of a woman and hookah in guilt wood Victorian frame. signed Lou Marchetti. Dimensions: Sight - 26" x 40".

    Regency Auction House
  • MARCHETTI, OIL ON CANVAS, 35" X 23", THE
    Feb. 10, 2012

    MARCHETTI, OIL ON CANVAS, 35" X 23", THE

    Est: $150 - $250

    MARCHETTI, OIL ON CANVAS, 35" X 23", THE VIOLINIST: depicts a young boy with mandolin and violins. Possibly Lou Marchetti [Ital./Amer.1920-1992];Gilt wood frame.

    DuMouchelles
  • LOU MARCHETTI (American, 1920-1992) The Tentacles, pape
    Aug. 17, 2010

    LOU MARCHETTI (American, 1920-1992) The Tentacles, pape

    Est: $600 - $800

    LOU MARCHETTI (American, 1920-1992) The Tentacles, paperback cover Gouache on board 17.5 x 11.5 in. Not signed This illustration appeared on the cover of Dana Lyon's double novel, The Tentacles and Spin the Web Tight, Ace, 1963. Included with this lot is a copy of the paperback double novel.

    Heritage Auctions
  • LOU MARCHETTI (American, 1920-1992) Shriek with
    Oct. 27, 2009

    LOU MARCHETTI (American, 1920-1992) Shriek with

    Est: $600 - $800

    LOU MARCHETTI (American, 1920-1992) Shriek with Pleasure, paperback cover, 1955 Oil on board 15 x 14 in. Signed lower right This illustration appeared on the cover of Toni Howard's novel, Shriek with Pleasure, Pyramid Books, #G-157, 1955. "Her Charms were her weapons -- a 'modern Amber.'" From the Estate of Charles Martignette.

    Heritage Auctions
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