Clarence McGrath Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Clarence McGrath Art Value Price Guide

Dec. 10, 2025
Clarence McGrath, 1938-2007, Two Works (Portraits)
Est: $100 - $200
Clarence McGrath Mexican, 1938-2007 Two Works (Portraits) each: oil on panel signed lower right
Abell Auction
Nov. 20, 2025
Clarence McGrath, 1938-2007, Two Works (Portraits)
Est: $300 - $500
Clarence McGrath Mexican, 1938-2007 Two Works (Portraits) each: oil on panel signed lower right
Abell Auction
Aug. 09, 2025
Dave McGrath Indian Child Painting
Est: $100 - $150
Title is Indian Child. 20" by 26" unframed. 26 1/2" by 32 1/2" framed. Oil on Board. From the Private Collection of James H and Pauline Harken. Inventory #400 W. Clarence McGrath (1938 - 2007) was active/lived in California, New Mexico, Arizona. W McGrath is known for Indian figure, genre, landscape. A native of the American southwest, W. Clarence McGrath began life in Arizona, son of a sharecropper. To help support the family, he worked as a farm and ranch hand and as a sheepherder. In his spare time, he painted and sketched. Encouraged by his family, and by hometown artists and druggist Hal Empie, McGrath received early recognition as well as the rudiments of his chosen profession. His high school art teacher, Shorty Clothier, and Glen West, his art instructor at Eastern Arizona Junior College, helped mold the young artist. In the 1950's, McGrath realized that his art could support him and spent a year in Phoenix sketching portraits. He and his family moved to Southern California, where McGrath hoped to make a living as a portrait painter at Knotts Berry Farm. However, the busy tourist season had ended, and he had to work in a warehouse to earn a living. After working hours, McGrath studied with local artists Phil Gilkerson, Sergei Bongart and Leon Franks. From Bongart he adopted the habit of painting with music in the background. In his painting, McGrath continued to follow his own proclivities, painting what and how it pleased him. His ability began to support him, and in 1962, McGrath earned the J.F. and Anna Lee Stacey Fellowship Award, which provided a painting trip to Central America. Within the next ten years, the painter sold his belongings and moved to Mexico, spending his time painting and living there, New Mexico and Southern California. Now known as a realist painter who focuses on the human element, McGrath's work is often compared to that of the Russian painter, Nicolai Fechin, in technique and subject matter.
Davis Brothers Auction
Jun. 14, 2025
W Clarence McGrath Guatemalan Girl Painting
Est: $400 - $600
Title is Jovena de Chichicastenango. 12" by 18" unframed. 21 1/2" by 27 1/2" framed. Oil on Board. W. Clarence McGrath (1938 - 2007) was active/lived in California, New Mexico, Arizona. W McGrath is known for Indian figure, genre, landscape. A native of the American southwest, W. Clarence McGrath began life in Arizona, son of a sharecropper. To help support the family, he worked as a farm and ranch hand and as a sheepherder. In his spare time, he painted and sketched. Encouraged by his family, and by hometown artists and druggist Hal Empie, McGrath received early recognition as well as the rudiments of his chosen profession. His high school art teacher, Shorty Clothier, and Glen West, his art instructor at Eastern Arizona Junior College, helped mold the young artist. In the 1950's, McGrath realized that his art could support him and spent a year in Phoenix sketching portraits. He and his family moved to Southern California, where McGrath hoped to make a living as a portrait painter at Knotts Berry Farm. However, the busy tourist season had ended, and he had to work in a warehouse to earn a living. After working hours, McGrath studied with local artists Phil Gilkerson, Sergei Bongart and Leon Franks. From Bongart he adopted the habit of painting with music in the background. In his painting, McGrath continued to follow his own proclivities, painting what and how it pleased him. His ability began to support him, and in 1962, McGrath earned the J.F. and Anna Lee Stacey Fellowship Award, which provided a painting trip to Central America. Within the next ten years, the painter sold his belongings and moved to Mexico, spending his time painting and living there, New Mexico and Southern California. Now known as a realist painter who focuses on the human element, McGrath's work is often compared to that of the Russian painter, Nicolai Fechin, in technique and subject matter.
Davis Brothers Auction
May. 16, 2025
W. Clarence McGrath (American, 1938-2007) Jovena de Chichicastenango
Est: $300 - $500
W. Clarence McGrath (American, 1938-2007) Jovena de Chichicastenango oil on board signed W.C. McGrath (lower left); titled (verso) 18 x 12 inches.
Freeman’s | Hindman
Oct. 25, 2024
Clarence McGrath Painting - Native American Girl
Est: $800 - $1,200
W. Clarence McGrath (American, 1938-2007). Native American Girl. Oil on board, n.d. Signed at lower left. An endearing portrait painting by American artist W. Clarence McGrath featuring a young Native American girl, adorned in a turquoise necklace and long-dangling earrings as she gazes to the left. Rendered in liberal, open brushstrokes, the child wears a bright, tangelo-hued blouse with her dark black hair loosely pulled back into a bun by a cream-colored chiffon that cascades down her back. Broad strokes of pastel and neutral tones fill the background, focusing the viewer's attention on the charming youth who elegantly contrasts her blurred surroundings; her own attention being elsewhere, outside of the composition. Size: 11.5" W x 13.5" H (29.2 cm x 34.3 cm) Size: 18.24" W x 20.25" H (46.3 cm x 51.4 cm) A native of the American southwest, W. Clarence McGrath began life in Arizona, son of a sharecropper. To help support the family, he worked as a farm and ranch hand and as a sheepherder. In his spare time, he painted and sketched. Now known as a realist painter who focuses on the human element, McGrath's work is often compared to that of the Russian painter, Nicolai Fechin, in technique and subject matter. Provenance: private Erie, Colorado, USA collection, acquired in the 1970s All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #189643
Artemis Gallery
Sep. 10, 2024
W. Clarence McGrath (1938-2007), "Clarence"
Est: $500 - $700
W. Clarence McGrath (1938-2007) "Clarence" Oil on Masonite Signed lower right: McGrath; titled in ink, possibly in another hand, verso
John Moran Auctioneers
Sep. 10, 2024
Clarence McGrath (1938-2007), "Navajo Lady in Shade"
Est: $500 - $700
Clarence McGrath (1938-2007) "Navajo Lady in Shade" Oil on panel Signed lower left: McGrath; titled on the frame plaque; titled again on a piece of tape, presumably in another hand, verso
John Moran Auctioneers
Dec. 07, 2023
W. Clarence McGrath (1938-2007), "Plowing in Mexico," 1965, Oil on Masonite, 15" H x 30" W
Est: $800 - $1,200
W. Clarence McGrath (1938-2007) "Plowing in Mexico," 1965 Oil on Masonite Signed lower right: McGrath
John Moran Auctioneers
Jan. 24, 2023
W Clarence McGrath, (1938-2007), "Wisdom of the Ages", Oil on Masonite, 32" H x 15" W
Est: $500 - $700
W Clarence McGrath (1938-2007) "Wisdom of the Ages" Oil on Masonite Signed lower left: McGrath 32" H x 15" W
John Moran Auctioneers
Jan. 22, 2023
W. Clarence McGrath (American 1938-2007)
Est: $300 - $500
W. Clarence McGrath (American 1938-2007) Portrait of a man. oil on board. Signed l/l 11in. x 16in. (28cm. x 41cm) Framed: 19in. x 23in. (48cm. x 58cm)
Fine Estate Inc.
Apr. 23, 2022
W. Clarence McGrath Nepalese Beggar
Est: $500 - $800
W. Clarence McGrath (American, 1938-2007) Nepalese Beggar Oil on board Signed McGrath, lower left
Larsen Art Auction
Jan. 22, 2022
W. CLARENCE McGRATH (1938-2007) TAOS, 12" X 18"
Est: $500 - $700
Framed oil on board painting, "The Red and Blue Shawl, Taos," signed lower left McGrath (W. Clarence McGrath, American, 1938-2007), titled and dated 1981 on O'Brien's Art Emporium label verso, sight: 11.5"h, 17.5"w, overall: 18.75"h, 24.75"w, 6lbs Start Price: $300.00
Austin Auction Gallery
Jan. 11, 2022
Clarence McGrath (American 1938-2007), Campesino de Michoacan, Oil on Masonite, 36 x 48 inches
Est: $800 - $1,200
Clarence McGrath (American 1938-2007) Campesino da Michoacan Signed McGrath l.l. Oil on Masonite 36 x 48 in (91.4 x 121.9 cm)
Weschler's
Jan. 04, 2022
Clarence McGrath (American 1938-2007), Chuya, Oil on Panel, Framed: 15-1/4 x 13-1/4 in
Est: $200 - $300
Clarence McGrath (American 1938-2007), Chuya, Oil on Panel, Framed: 15-1/4 x 13-1/4 in
Weschler's
Jan. 04, 2022
Clarence McGrath (American 1938-2007), Senorita Guatamalteca, Oil on Panel, Framed: 23-1/3 x 19-1/2 in
Est: $200 - $300
Clarence McGrath (American 1938-2007), Senorita Guatamalteca, Oil on Panel, Framed: 23-1/3 x 19-1/2 in
Weschler's
Nov. 07, 2021
W. CLARENCE MCGRATH "GOING TO MARKET" OIL ON BOARD
Est: -
W. Clarence McGrath (1938 - 2007) "Going To Market" (Bangkok) Oil on Board. A native of the American southwest, W. Clarence McGrath began life in Arizona, son of a sharecropper. To help support the family, he worked as a farm and ranch hand and as a sheepherder. In his spare time, he painted and sketched. Now known as a realist painter who focuses on the human element, McGrath's work is often compared to that of the Russian painter, Nicolai Fechin, in technique and subject matter. Artist: W. Clarence McGrath Title: "Going To Market" Medium: Oil on Board Circa/Year: 1966 Signature Type: Hand Signed Signature Location: Lower Left Site Measurement: 15x30 in. Keywords: Landscape, genre,; Ref: BD1043
Bradford's
Sep. 24, 2021
Clarence McGrath (American 1938-2007), Campesino da Michoacan, Oil on Masonite, 36 x 48 inches
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Clarence McGrath (American 1938-2007) Campesino da Michoacan Signed McGrath l.l. Oil on Masonite 36 x 48 in (91.4 x 121.9 cm)
Weschler's
Sep. 24, 2021
Clarence McGrath (American 1938-2007), Chuya and Senorita Guatamalteca: Two Works
Est: $800 - $1,200
Clarence McGrath (American 1938-2007) Chuya and Senorita Guatamalteca: Two Works The first, signed McGrath l.r.; and the second, signed McGrath l.l. Each an oil on panel First: 10 x 8 in (25.4 x 20.3 cm); Second: 16 x 12 in (40.6 x 30.5 cm)
Weschler's
Sep. 24, 2021
Clarence McGrath (American 1938-2007), Se Vende Agua, Oil on Masonite, 25-1/4 x 31-1/4 inches
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Clarence McGrath (American 1938-2007) Se Vende Agua Signed McGrath l.l. Oil on Masonite 25-1/4 x 31-1/4 in (64.1 x 79.4 cm)
Weschler's
Sep. 29, 2020
W. Clarence McGrath, (1938-2007, Southern California/Mexico), "Muchacho con un Burro negro", Oil on board, 24" H x 30" W
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
W. Clarence McGrath (1938-2007, Southern California/Mexico) "Muchacho con un Burro negro" Oil on board Signed lower left: McGrath, titled verso 24" H x 30" W
John Moran Auctioneers
Nov. 09, 2019
Clarence McGrath (1938-2007) Oil On Board
Est: -
Titled: Chorrosm E Estrella Mares. Artist Signed In The Lower Right Corner. Frame Measures Approximately 27in. X 39in. In Very Good Condition. Bh14194
EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Dec. 15, 2018
Painting, W. Clarence McGrath
Est: $200 - $400
W. Clarence McGrath (American, 1938-007), Portrait of a Bearded Man with Turban, oil on canvas, signed lower left, overall (with frame): 25"h x 21.25"w
Clars Auctions
Oct. 19, 2018
W. Clarence McGrath
Est: $200 - $400
W. Clarence McGrath (New Mexico/Arizona, 1938-2007) PEAR STILL LIFE oil on canvas, framed, signed and dedicated on verso H12" W16" Provenance: Georgia private collection
Charlton Hall
Aug. 10, 2018
Clarence McGrath | SeÃ±or de Ixtlajuacan
Est: $500 - $1,000
Artist: Clarence McGrath | b. 1938 Title: SeÃ±or de Ixtlajuacan Signed l/r: McGrath Medium: Sepia Drawing Dimensions: 16 by 12 inches
Altermann Galleries
Mar. 16, 2018
Clarence McGrath, oil on board
Est: $800 - $1,200
Clarence McGrath (1938-2007) Valle de la Trinidad 12" x 18" oil on board Signed lower right $800-1,200
March In Montana
Jan. 19, 2018
Clarence McGrath | SeÃ±or de Ixtlajuacan
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Artist: Clarence McGrath |b. 1938 Title: SeÃ±or de Ixtlajuacan Signed l/r: McGrath Medium: Sepia Drawing Dimensions: 16 by 12 inches
Altermann Galleries
Jan. 18, 2018
Clarence McGrath | Youth
Est: $300 - $700
Artist: Clarence McGrath |b. 1938 Title: Youth Signed l/r: McGrath Medium: Oil on masonite panel Dimensions: 16 by 12 inches
Altermann Galleries
Jan. 18, 2018
Clarence McGrath | Half Breed
Est: $300 - $700
Artist: Clarence McGrath |b. 1938 Title: Half Breed Signed l/l: McGrath Medium: Oil on masonite panel Dimensions: 12 by 16 inches
Altermann Galleries
Jan. 18, 2018
Clarence McGrath | Guatemala Girl
Est: $500 - $1,000
Artist: Clarence McGrath |b. 1938 Title: Guatemala Girl Signed l/l: McGrath Medium: Oil on masonite panel Dimensions: 24 by 18 inches
Altermann Galleries
Jan. 18, 2018
Clarence McGrath | Lady of Hong Kong
Est: $300 - $700
Artist: Clarence McGrath |b. 1938 Title: Lady of Hong Kong Signed l/l: McGrath Medium: Oil on masonite panel Dimensions: 9 by 12 inches
Altermann Galleries
Jan. 18, 2018
Clarence McGrath | Upper Market, San Francisco el Alto, Guatemala
Est: $500 - $1,000
Artist: Clarence McGrath |b. 1938 Title: Upper Market, San Francisco el Alto, Guatemala Signed l/l: McGrath Medium: Oil on masonite panel Dimensions: 24 by 18 inches
Altermann Galleries
Aug. 12, 2017
Clarence McGrath | The Elder
Est: $600 - $800
Artist: Clarence McGrath | b. 1938 Title: The Elder Signed l/l: McGrath Medium: Oil on masonite panel Dimensions: 16 by 12 inches
Altermann Galleries
Aug. 12, 2017
Clarence McGrath | Youth
Est: $600 - $800
Artist: Clarence McGrath | b. 1938 Title: Youth Signed l/r: McGrath Medium: Oil on masonite panel Dimensions: 16 by 12 inches
Altermann Galleries
Aug. 12, 2017
Clarence McGrath | Half Breed
Est: $600 - $800
Artist: Clarence McGrath | b. 1938 Title: Half Breed Signed l/l: McGrath Medium: Oil on masonite panel Dimensions: 12 by 16 inches
Altermann Galleries
Aug. 12, 2017
Clarence McGrath | Lady of Hong Kong
Est: $600 - $800
Artist: Clarence McGrath | b. 1938 Title: Lady of Hong Kong Signed l/l: McGrath Medium: Oil on masonite panel Dimensions: 9 by 12 inches
Altermann Galleries
Aug. 12, 2017
Clarence McGrath | Panajachel, Guatemala
Est: $800 - $1,000
Artist: Clarence McGrath | b. 1938 Title: Panajachel, Guatemala Signed l/l: McGrath Medium: Oil on masonite panel Dimensions: 18 by 14 inches
Altermann Galleries
Aug. 12, 2017
Clarence McGrath | Guatemala Girl
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Artist: Clarence McGrath | b. 1938 Title: Guatemala Girl Signed l/l: McGrath Medium: Oil on masonite panel Dimensions: 24 by 18 inches
Altermann Galleries
Aug. 12, 2017
Clarence McGrath | Upper Market, San Francisco el Alto, Guatemala
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Artist: Clarence McGrath | b. 1938 Title: Upper Market, San Francisco el Alto, Guatemala Signed l/l: McGrath Medium: Oil on masonite panel Dimensions: 24 by 18 inches
Altermann Galleries
Aug. 12, 2017
Clarence McGrath | The Water Carrier
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Artist: Clarence McGrath | b. 1938 Title: The Water Carrier Signed u/r: McGrath Medium: Oil on masonite panel Dimensions: 24 by 18 inches
Altermann Galleries
Aug. 12, 2017
Clarence McGrath | Guatemalan Washwoman 2
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Artist: Clarence McGrath | b. 1938 Title: Guatemalan Washwoman 2 Signed u/r: McGrath Medium: Oil on masonite panel Dimensions: 24 by 18 inches
Altermann Galleries
Apr. 06, 2017
Clarence McGrath | Guatemalan Piper
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Artist: Clarence McGrath | b. 1938 | Guatemalan Piper Title: Guatemalan Piper Signed: l/l McGrath Medium: Oil on masonite panel Dimensions: 16 by 12 inches
Altermann Galleries
Apr. 06, 2017
Clarence McGrath | Guatemalan Washwoman 2
Est: $1,400 - $1,800
Artist: Clarence McGrath | b. 1938 | Guatemalan Washwoman 2 Title: Guatemalan Washwoman 2 Signed: u/r McGrath Medium: Oil on masonite panel Dimensions: 24 by 18 inches
Altermann Galleries
Apr. 06, 2017
Clarence McGrath | Upper Market, San Francisco el Alto, Guatemala
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Artist: Clarence McGrath | b. 1938 | Upper Market, San Francisco el Alto, Guatemala Title: Upper Market, San Francisco el Alto, Guatemala Signed: l/l McGrath Medium: Oil on masonite panel Dimensions: 24 by 18 inches
Altermann Galleries
Apr. 06, 2017
Clarence McGrath | The Water Carrier
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Artist: Clarence McGrath | b. 1938 | The Water Carrier Title: The Water Carrier Signed: u/r McGrath Medium: Oil on masonite panel Dimensions: 24 by 18 inches
Altermann Galleries
Apr. 06, 2017
Clarence McGrath | Guatemala Girl
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Artist: Clarence McGrath | b. 1938 | Guatemala Girl Title: Guatemala Girl Signed: l/l McGrath Medium: Oil on masonite panel Dimensions: 24 by 18 inches
Altermann Galleries
Apr. 06, 2017
Clarence McGrath | Panajachel, Guatemala
Est: $1,200 - $1,600
Artist: Clarence McGrath | b. 1938 | Panajachel, Guatemala Title: Panajachel, Guatemala Signed: l/l McGrath Medium: Oil on masonite panel Dimensions: 18 by 14 inches
Altermann Galleries
Apr. 06, 2017
Clarence McGrath | The Elder
Est: $900 - $1,200
Artist: Clarence McGrath | b. 1938 | The Elder Title: The Elder Signed: l/l McGrath Medium: Oil on masonite panel Dimensions: 16 by 12 inches
Altermann Galleries