Leo Meiersdorff Sold at Auction Prices

b. 1934 - d. 1994

Leo Meiersdorff, born in Germany in 1934, studied both music and art at the Berlin Academy of Fine Arts, eventually becoming a master student of Austrian expressionist Oskar Kokoschka. In Berlin he led a jazz combo, and in 1957, Meiersdorff's artwork won a design competition for a poster promoting Jazz at the Philharmonic. His love of jazz led him to visit America, and by 1966, he was a permanent resident, producing Leo Meiersdorff prints for a discerning musical public.

Meiersdorff's paintings began to focus on the people he met in America, and you can find many of his New Orleans watercolors alongside watercolor paintings for sale by his contemporaries. He made a name for himself in his community of musicians who often commissioned him to produce jazz art album covers or backgrounds for their television specials. He lived and worked in New York, Los Angeles, and New Orleans, where he spent 10 years capturing the city's cultural scene. Leo Meiersdorff prints remain popular with collectors around the world.

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        • Leo Meiersdorff (Germany/New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Trumpet Player," 1967, H.- 9 in., W.- 12 in., Framed- H.- 16 7/8 in., W.- 19 1/2 in.
          Sep. 14, 2024

          Leo Meiersdorff (Germany/New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Trumpet Player," 1967, H.- 9 in., W.- 12 in., Framed- H.- 16 7/8 in., W.- 19 1/2 in.

          Est: $800 - $1,200

          † Leo Meiersdorff (Germany/New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Trumpet Player," 1967, watercolor and ink on paper, signed and dated lower left, presented in a black frame,

          Crescent City Auction Gallery
        • Leo Meiersdorff (Germany/New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Piano Players Sunday Morning in the French Quarter," 1988, H.- 9 1/4 in., W.- 12 1/4 in., Framed H.- 18 in., W.- 20 1/2 in.
          Sep. 14, 2024

          Leo Meiersdorff (Germany/New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Piano Players Sunday Morning in the French Quarter," 1988, H.- 9 1/4 in., W.- 12 1/4 in., Framed H.- 18 in., W.- 20 1/2 in.

          Est: $800 - $1,200

          † Leo Meiersdorff (Germany/New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Piano Players Sunday Morning in the French Quarter," 1988, watercolor and ink on paper, signed and dated lower left, presented in a beige frame,

          Crescent City Auction Gallery
        • Leo Meiersdorff (Germany/New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Seated Jazz Player," 1976, Sight- H.- 11 in., W.- 17 in., Framed- H.- 18 1/4 in., W.- 24 1/4 in.
          Sep. 14, 2024

          Leo Meiersdorff (Germany/New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Seated Jazz Player," 1976, Sight- H.- 11 in., W.- 17 in., Framed- H.- 18 1/4 in., W.- 24 1/4 in.

          Est: $800 - $1,200

          † Leo Meiersdorff (Germany/New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Seated Jazz Player," 1976, watercolor and ink on paper, signed and dated lower right, presented in a black frame,

          Crescent City Auction Gallery
        • Leo Meiersdorff (American/Louisiana, 1934-1994)
          Aug. 07, 2024

          Leo Meiersdorff (American/Louisiana, 1934-1994)

          Est: $200 - $300

          Leo Meiersdorff (American/Louisiana, 1934-1994), "Sugar Bowl New Orleans 1981", 1980, reproduction print, signed, titled, dated and inscribed in plate, artist information label on backing board, sheet 15 in. x 20 in., framed, overall 21 1/4 in. x 26 1/4 in. x 3/4 in. Condition: Overall fair condition.

          Neal Auction Company
        • Leo Meiersdorff (1934-1994) Vintage American Modernist Plaza Hotel View Central Park Oil Painting
          Jul. 21, 2024

          Leo Meiersdorff (1934-1994) Vintage American Modernist Plaza Hotel View Central Park Oil Painting

          Est: $1,000 - $2,000

          Antique American modernist cityscape oil painting by Leo Meiersdorff (1934 - 1994). Oil on canvas. Signed. Measuring 48 by 60 inches. Please see all images for condition. Size is measured and written on the back of the painting. The first size is the overall size, the second size is the image size. For detailed condition questions please text 617-835-2496. **. Shipping is by local delivery or uShip**

          Curated Gallery Auctions
        • LEO MEIERSDORFF PRINT
          Jun. 28, 2024

          LEO MEIERSDORFF PRINT

          Est: $100 - $200

          LEO MEIERSDORFF JAZZ MUSICIAN NEW ORLEANS PRINT FRAMED & MATTED, APPROXIMATELY 14 IN X 18 IN OVERALL, IMAGE APPROXIMATELY 9 IN X 12 IN

          Dennis Auction Service
        • LEO MEIERSDORFF PRINT
          Jun. 28, 2024

          LEO MEIERSDORFF PRINT

          Est: $100 - $200

          LEO MEIERSDORFF JAZZ MUSICIAN NEW ORLEANS PRINT FRAMED & MATTED, APPROXIMATELY 14 IN X 18 IN OVERALL, IMAGE APPROXIMATELY 9 IN X 12 IN

          Dennis Auction Service
        • LEO MEIERSDORFF PRINT
          Jun. 28, 2024

          LEO MEIERSDORFF PRINT

          Est: $100 - $200

          LEO MEIERSDORFF JAZZ MUSICIAN NEW ORLEANS PRINT FRAMED & MATTED, APPROXIMATELY 14 IN X 18 IN OVERALL, IMAGE APPROXIMATELY 9 IN X 12 IN

          Dennis Auction Service
        • Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Wine Tasting," 1989, H.- 11 3/4 in., W.- 17 5/8 in., Mat- H.- 17 1/2 in., W.- 23 1/2 in.
          Mar. 01, 2024

          Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Wine Tasting," 1989, H.- 11 3/4 in., W.- 17 5/8 in., Mat- H.- 17 1/2 in., W.- 23 1/2 in.

          Est: $800 - $1,200

          † Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Wine Tasting," 1989, watercolor and ink on paper, signed and dated lower right, presented in a protective mat and shrink wrapped,

          Crescent City Auction Gallery
        • LEO MEIERSDORFF (New Orleans/Louisiana/California/Germany, 1934-1994), Street musicians., Watercolor on paper, 21.25" x 29.25" sight. Framed 26.5" x 34.5".
          Jan. 26, 2024

          LEO MEIERSDORFF (New Orleans/Louisiana/California/Germany, 1934-1994), Street musicians., Watercolor on paper, 21.25" x 29.25" sight. Framed 26.5" x 34.5".

          Est: $400 - $700

          LEO MEIERSDORFF New Orleans/Louisiana/California/Germany, 1934-1994 Street musicians. Signed and dated lower right "Meiersdorff".

          Eldred's
        • Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Wine Tasting," 1989, H.- 11 3/4 in., W.- 17 5/8 in., Mat- H.- 17 1/2 in., W.- 23 1/2 in.
          Jan. 20, 2024

          Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Wine Tasting," 1989, H.- 11 3/4 in., W.- 17 5/8 in., Mat- H.- 17 1/2 in., W.- 23 1/2 in.

          Est: $800 - $1,200

          † Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Wine Tasting," 1989, watercolor and ink on paper, signed and dated lower right, presented in a protective mat and shrink wrapped,

          Crescent City Auction Gallery
        • LEO MEIERSDORFF (American / German, 1934 - 1994). JAZZ MUSICIANS, Watercolor and ink on paper. Signed lower right hand corner. Framed.
          Dec. 14, 2023

          LEO MEIERSDORFF (American / German, 1934 - 1994). JAZZ MUSICIANS, Watercolor and ink on paper. Signed lower right hand corner. Framed.

          Est: $250 - $350

          LEO MEIERSDORFF (American / German, 1934 - 1994). JAZZ MUSICIANS, Watercolor and ink on paper. Signed lower right hand corner. Framed. Not examined out of frame. ARTIST PROFILE: Leo Meiersdorff was an American-German painter best known for his Expressionist ink and watercolor drawings of jazz musicians. His work is characterized by its lively approach to caricature and loosely, spindly line work, and is often set in live music clubs of Europe, New York, Los Angeles, and New Orleans. Early in his career, Meiersdorff was influenced by German Expressionists like Max Pechstein and Karl Schmitt-Rottluf, though his works utilize more reserved marks and color palette than his influencers. - 19 x 24 inches; frame: 21 x 23 inches

          Sloans & Kenyon
        • Leo Meiersdorff Watercolor New Orleans Jazz Band
          Nov. 12, 2023

          Leo Meiersdorff Watercolor New Orleans Jazz Band

          Est: $200 - $400

          Leo Meiersdorff watercolor on paper New Orleans jazz players near a restaurant with signs for imported beer, gumbo, stuffed Flounder Shrimp, 7Up. Signed by Leo Meirsdorff artist lower left, dated 1972. Excellent condition, slight mark on E in Imported Beer sign (see pictures). Art has been removed from the frame, colors are vibrant and no color fade from the sun. Art measures 19.5" x 14.75". Art is attached to matte by tape.

          Neely Auction
        • LEO MEIERSDORFF (American / German, 1934 - 1994). JAZZ MUSICIANS, Watercolor and ink on paper. Signed lower right hand corner. Framed.
          Nov. 02, 2023

          LEO MEIERSDORFF (American / German, 1934 - 1994). JAZZ MUSICIANS, Watercolor and ink on paper. Signed lower right hand corner. Framed.

          Est: $250 - $350

          LEO MEIERSDORFF (American / German, 1934 - 1994). JAZZ MUSICIANS, Watercolor and ink on paper. Signed lower right hand corner. Framed. Not examined out of frame. ARTIST PROFILE: Leo Meiersdorff was an American-German painter best known for his Expressionist ink and watercolor drawings of jazz musicians. His work is characterized by its lively approach to caricature and loosely, spindly line work, and is often set in live music clubs of Europe, New York, Los Angeles, and New Orleans. Early in his career, Meiersdorff was influenced by German Expressionists like Max Pechstein and Karl Schmitt-Rottluf, though his works utilize more reserved marks and color palette than his influencers. - 19 x 24 inches; frame: 21 x 23 inches

          Sloans & Kenyon
        • LEO MEIERSDORFF (1934-1994) NYC WATERCOLOR
          Oct. 19, 2023

          LEO MEIERSDORFF (1934-1994) NYC WATERCOLOR

          Est: $50 - $1,000

          Watercolor and ink on board. Signed and titled "Midtown-Bridge, Manhattan" lower right. Dimensions: H 15" x W 20" Condition: Unframed. Board with a few nicks and dings to edges; some toning to paper.

          Westport Auction
        • Leo Meiersdorff (German 1934 - 1994) 2 x Reproductions, Musicians, Signed & Dated '76 in the Plate, 29 x 22 Each
          Sep. 25, 2023

          Leo Meiersdorff (German 1934 - 1994) 2 x Reproductions, Musicians, Signed & Dated '76 in the Plate, 29 x 22 Each

          Est: R300 - R500

          Leo Meiersdorff (German 1934 - 1994) 2 x Reproductions, Musicians, Signed & Dated '76 in the Plate, 29 x 22 Each

          5th Avenue Auctioneers
        • Leo Meiersdorff (American/German, 1934-1994), Black Americana Painting of a New Orleans Jazz Band
          Sep. 23, 2023

          Leo Meiersdorff (American/German, 1934-1994), Black Americana Painting of a New Orleans Jazz Band

          Est: $2,500 - $3,500

          Leo Meiersdorff (American/German, 1934-1994) Black Americana Painting of a New Orleans Jazz Band oil on canvas signed "L. Meiersdorff" (lower left) 35 3/4 x 23 3/4 inches (sight) 43 x 31 inches (frame)

          Fontaine's Auction Gallery
        • LEO MEIERSDORFF WATERCOLOR NEW ORLEANS JAZZ BAND
          Sep. 17, 2023

          LEO MEIERSDORFF WATERCOLOR NEW ORLEANS JAZZ BAND

          Est: $200 - $400

          Leo Meiersdorff watercolor on paper New Orleans jazz players near a restaurant with signs for imported beer, gumbo, stuffed Flounder Shrimp, 7Up. Signed by Leo Meirsdorff artist lower left, dated 1972. Excellent condition, slight mark on E in Imported Beer sign (see pictures). Art has been removed from the frame, colors are vibrant and no color fade from the sun. Art measures 19.5" x 14.75". Art is attached to matte by tape.

          Neely Auction
        • LEO MEIERSDORFF WATERCOLOR JAZZ DRUMMER
          Sep. 17, 2023

          LEO MEIERSDORFF WATERCOLOR JAZZ DRUMMER

          Est: $400 - $600

          Leo Meiersdorff watercolor on paper of jazz drummer from New Orleans setting. Signed by Leo Meirsdorff artist lower left. Art could be titled in pencil on verso (see pictures). Excellent condition. Art has been removed from the frame, colors are vibrant and no color fade from the sun. Art measures 11.75" x 9", attached to matte by piece of tape.

          Neely Auction
        • LEO MEIERSDORFF (American / German, 1934 - 1994). JAZZ MUSICIANS, Watercolor and ink on paper. Signed lower right hand corner. Framed.
          Sep. 14, 2023

          LEO MEIERSDORFF (American / German, 1934 - 1994). JAZZ MUSICIANS, Watercolor and ink on paper. Signed lower right hand corner. Framed.

          Est: $300 - $400

          LEO MEIERSDORFF (American / German, 1934 - 1994). JAZZ MUSICIANS, Watercolor and ink on paper. Signed lower right hand corner. Framed. Not examined out of frame. ARTIST PROFILE: Leo Meiersdorff was an American-German painter best known for his Expressionist ink and watercolor drawings of jazz musicians. His work is characterized by its lively approach to caricature and loosely, spindly line work, and is often set in live music clubs of Europe, New York, Los Angeles, and New Orleans. Early in his career, Meiersdorff was influenced by German Expressionists like Max Pechstein and Karl Schmitt-Rottluf, though his works utilize more reserved marks and color palette than his influencers. - 19 x 24 inches; frame: 21 x 23 inches

          Sloans & Kenyon
        • Leo Meiersdorff (German / American, 1934-1994), Lobster, 1979, ink and watercolor on artist board, 20 x 20in (51 x 51cm)
          Sep. 13, 2023

          Leo Meiersdorff (German / American, 1934-1994), Lobster, 1979, ink and watercolor on artist board, 20 x 20in (51 x 51cm)

          Est: $200 - $300

          Leo Meiersdorff (German / American, 1934-1994) Lobster, 1979 ink and watercolor on artist board signed and dated in brush Meiersdorff 79

          Andrew Jones Auctions
        • Leo Meiersdorff (German / American, 1934-1994), Jazz musicians (3), ink and watercolor on artist board, 20 x 20in (51 x 51cm)
          Sep. 13, 2023

          Leo Meiersdorff (German / American, 1934-1994), Jazz musicians (3), ink and watercolor on artist board, 20 x 20in (51 x 51cm)

          Est: $400 - $600

          Leo Meiersdorff (German / American, 1934-1994) Jazz musicians (3) ink and watercolor on artist board all signed Meiersdorff and variously dated

          Andrew Jones Auctions
        • Leo Meiersdorff (German / American, 1934-1994), Jazz musicians (5), ink and watercolor on paper, largest 22 x 30in (76 x 56cm)
          Sep. 13, 2023

          Leo Meiersdorff (German / American, 1934-1994), Jazz musicians (5), ink and watercolor on paper, largest 22 x 30in (76 x 56cm)

          Est: $400 - $600

          Leo Meiersdorff (German / American, 1934-1994) Jazz musicians (5) ink and watercolor on paper all signed Meiersdorff and variously dated

          Andrew Jones Auctions
        • Leo Meiersdorff (German / American, 1934-1994), Jazz musicians (3), ink and watercolor on paper, 30 x 21in (76 x 53cm)
          Sep. 13, 2023

          Leo Meiersdorff (German / American, 1934-1994), Jazz musicians (3), ink and watercolor on paper, 30 x 21in (76 x 53cm)

          Est: $400 - $600

          Leo Meiersdorff (German / American, 1934-1994) Jazz musicians (3) ink and watercolor on paper all signed and dated Meiersdorff 79

          Andrew Jones Auctions
        • Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Wine Tasting," 1989, watercolor and ink on paper H.- 11 3/4 in., W.- 17 5/8 in., Mat- H.- 17 1/2 in., W.- 23 1/2 in.
          Sep. 09, 2023

          Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Wine Tasting," 1989, watercolor and ink on paper H.- 11 3/4 in., W.- 17 5/8 in., Mat- H.- 17 1/2 in., W.- 23 1/2 in.

          Est: $800 - $1,200

          † Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Wine Tasting," 1989, watercolor and ink on paper Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Wine Tasting," 1989, watercolor and ink on paper, signed and dated lower right, presented in a protective mat and shrink wrapped,

          Crescent City Auction Gallery
        • Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), “Trumpet Player Playing at Winery,” 1989, watercolor on paper H.- 11 3/4 in., W.- 17 5/8 in., Mat- H.- 17 1/2 in., W.- 23 3/8 in.
          Sep. 09, 2023

          Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), “Trumpet Player Playing at Winery,” 1989, watercolor on paper H.- 11 3/4 in., W.- 17 5/8 in., Mat- H.- 17 1/2 in., W.- 23 3/8 in.

          Est: $800 - $1,200

          † Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Trumpet Player Playing at Winery," 1989, watercolor on paper Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Trumpet Player Playing at Winery," 1989, watercolor on paper, signed and dated "89" lower left, unframed, presented in a white mat and shrink wrapped,

          Crescent City Auction Gallery
        • Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), “New Orleans Jazz Band,” 1970, watercolor on paper H.- 20 3/4 in., W.- 28 3/4 in., Framed- H.- 26 1/4 in., W.- 34 1/4 in.
          Sep. 09, 2023

          Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), “New Orleans Jazz Band,” 1970, watercolor on paper H.- 20 3/4 in., W.- 28 3/4 in., Framed- H.- 26 1/4 in., W.- 34 1/4 in.

          Est: $400 - $800

          † Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), "New Orleans Jazz Band," 1970, watercolor on paper Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), "New Orleans Jazz Band," 1970, watercolor on paper, signed, dated "70" and inscribed "New Orleans" lower right, presented in a chrome frame,

          Crescent City Auction Gallery
        • Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), "New Orleans Jazz Band," 20th c., watercolor and ink on paper H.- 16 3/4 in., W.- 21 1/4 in., Mat- H.- 26 in., W.- 29 1/2 in.
          Sep. 09, 2023

          Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), "New Orleans Jazz Band," 20th c., watercolor and ink on paper H.- 16 3/4 in., W.- 21 1/4 in., Mat- H.- 26 in., W.- 29 1/2 in.

          Est: $800 - $1,200

          † Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), "New Orleans Jazz Band," 20th c., watercolor and ink on paper Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), "New Orleans Jazz Band," 20th c., watercolor and ink on paper, signed lower right, presented in a protective mat and shrink-wrapped,

          Crescent City Auction Gallery
        • Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Jazz Bar," 1989, watercolor and ink on paper H.- 22 3/8 in., W.- 30 in., Mat- H.- 27 1/4 in., W.- 35 in.
          Sep. 09, 2023

          Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Jazz Bar," 1989, watercolor and ink on paper H.- 22 3/8 in., W.- 30 in., Mat- H.- 27 1/4 in., W.- 35 in.

          Est: $800 - $1,200

          † Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Jazz Bar," 1989, watercolor and ink on paper Leo Meiersdorff (New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Jazz Bar," 1989, watercolor and ink on paper, signed and dated upper right, unframed, presented on a protective board and shrink wrapped,

          Crescent City Auction Gallery
        • Leo Meiersdorf. 1987. Jazz musician at a piano. Signed and dated lower right 1987. Watercolor on paper. Framed. Sight size 5.75 x 7.75in, overall size 13.25 x 14.5in
          Aug. 06, 2023

          Leo Meiersdorf. 1987. Jazz musician at a piano. Signed and dated lower right 1987. Watercolor on paper. Framed. Sight size 5.75 x 7.75in, overall size 13.25 x 14.5in

          Est: $250 - $350

          Leo Meiersdorf. 1987. Jazz musician at a piano. Signed and dated lower right 1987. Watercolor on paper. Framed. Sight size 5.75 x 7.75in, overall size 13.25 x 14.5in

          Tremont Auctions
        • Leo Meiersdorf. 1988. Jazz musician in bar at piano with patrons. Signed and dated upper right 1988. Watercolor on paper. Framed. Sight size 10 x 14in, overall size 20 x 23in
          Aug. 06, 2023

          Leo Meiersdorf. 1988. Jazz musician in bar at piano with patrons. Signed and dated upper right 1988. Watercolor on paper. Framed. Sight size 10 x 14in, overall size 20 x 23in

          Est: $600 - $900

          Leo Meiersdorf. 1988. Jazz musician in bar at piano with patrons. Signed and dated upper right 1988. Watercolor on paper. Framed. Sight size 10 x 14in, overall size 20 x 23in

          Tremont Auctions
        • Leo Meiersdorff (New York/Louisiana, 1934-1994), H.- 6 1/4 in., W.- 9 1/2 in., Framed- H.- 22 7/8 in., W.- 26 1/2 in.
          Jul. 15, 2023

          Leo Meiersdorff (New York/Louisiana, 1934-1994), H.- 6 1/4 in., W.- 9 1/2 in., Framed- H.- 22 7/8 in., W.- 26 1/2 in.

          Est: $300 - $500

          † Leo Meiersdorff (New York/Louisiana, 1934-1994), "Jazz Ensemble," 1975, watercolor on paper, signed and dated "75" along right, presented in an ebonized frame,

          Crescent City Auction Gallery
        • Leo Meiersdorff (German/Louisiana, 1934-1994)
          Jun. 15, 2023

          Leo Meiersdorff (German/Louisiana, 1934-1994)

          Est: $400 - $600

          Leo Meiersdorff (German/Louisiana, 1934-1994), "Jazz Musicians", 1970, watercolor and ink on paper, signed, dated and inscribed "New Orleans" lower right, 22 in. x 29 7/8 in., framed, overall 22 3/4 in. x 30 3/4 in. x 1 in.

          Neal Auction Company
        • Leo Meiersdorff, "Cooking with Jazz" 1979 Poster
          May. 21, 2023

          Leo Meiersdorff, "Cooking with Jazz" 1979 Poster

          Est: $40 - $80

          Leo Meiersdorff, "Cooking with Jazz" 1979 Poster. Framed. Overall Size: 39 1/4 x 20 1/4 in. Sight Size: 33 3/8 x 19 1/2 in. #3334 Location BA

          Sarasota Estate Auction
        • Leo Meiersdorff Watercolor, Session
          May. 20, 2023

          Leo Meiersdorff Watercolor, Session

          Est: $100 - $300

          Leo Meiersdorff (American/German 1934-1994) "Session", 1965, watercolor and ink on paper, signed in ink, dated '65 and titled "Session" in lower right corner, matted and framed. Dimensions: Sight size 13.25 h x 19.75 in. w; overall measures 22 h x 28.5 in. w matted and framed. Condition: Not examined out of frame. 

          Neue Auctions
        • Leo Meiersdorff (German/Louisiana, 1934-1994)
          Mar. 22, 2023

          Leo Meiersdorff (German/Louisiana, 1934-1994)

          Est: $600 - $800

          Leo Meiersdorff (German/Louisiana, 1934-1994), "Jazz Musicians", 1970, watercolor and ink on paper, signed, dated and inscribed "New Orleans" lower right, 22 in. x 29 7/8 in., framed, overall 22 3/4 in. x 30 3/4 in. x 1 in. Condition: Overall fair condition.

          Neal Auction Company
        • LEO MEIERSDORFF NEW ORLEANS JAZZ MUSICIAN WATERCOLOR & INK ON PAPER
          Mar. 05, 2023

          LEO MEIERSDORFF NEW ORLEANS JAZZ MUSICIAN WATERCOLOR & INK ON PAPER

          Est: -

          Leo Meiersdorff (1934 - 1994) New Orleans Jazz Musician Watercolor & Ink on Paper. Artist signed on lower right. Leo was born in in Berlin- Charlottenburg, Germany. He grew up at the obscure family estate in East Prussia, where he discovered his love for music at a very early age. He practiced Beethoven and Mozart on the old family piano with so much passion and enthusiasm that everybody foresaw his future as a concert pianist. All that changed , when after the war he was sent to Berlin to study art and classical music at the academy, and for the first time he heard on the Armed Forces network radio the music of the Americans: JAZZ. He became fascinated with its sound and rhythm: Ludwig and Amadeus went 'out the window' as Leo switched to jazz piano and trombone. Around 1970, Leo moved to New Orleans anchoring a career that has solidly identified him as a major contributor to jazz--America's unique cultural contribution to the world. This was a prolific time for chronicling the musical and culinary culture of New Orleans and Leo captured it all. Iconic New Orleans restaurants display Meiersdorff paintings and imitators of his style can still be seen along the fence at Jackson Square in the heart of the French Quarter . Artist: Leo Meiersdorff Title: New Orleans Jazz Musician Medium: Watercolor & Ink on Signature Type: Hand Signed Signature Location: Lower Center Site Measurement: 21 x 17 in. Image Keywords: Jazz, Music, Figurative, Abstract; Ref: BD1729

          Bradford's
        • Leo Meiersdorff (German/American, 1934-1994)
          Jan. 11, 2023

          Leo Meiersdorff (German/American, 1934-1994)

          Est: $100 - $150

          Leo Meiersdorff (German/American, 1934-1994), "Bass Trio", watercolor and ink on paper, signed lower right, titled lower left, sight 11 7/8 in. x 15 7/8 in., framed. Condition: Overall fair condition. Ext. Frame: 18 in. x 21 in. x 1/2 in.

          Neal Auction Company
        • Leo Meiersdorf "New Orleans" Watercolor on Paper
          Dec. 18, 2022

          Leo Meiersdorf "New Orleans" Watercolor on Paper

          Est: $400 - $600

          Leopold "Leo" Meiersdorf (American, 1934-1994) "New Orleans" Expressionist watercolor on paper painting depicting two Jazz musician figures playing wind instruments, one a saxophone and one a trumpet, on an abstract vibrant polychrome ground, 1970, signed, titled, and dated "'70" lower right, housed under glass in a silver-tone metal frame. Image: 21.75" H x 29.5" W; frame: 23" H x 31" W.

          Auctions at Showplace
        • Leo Meiersdorf "Jazz Quartet" Watercolor on Paper
          Dec. 18, 2022

          Leo Meiersdorf "Jazz Quartet" Watercolor on Paper

          Est: $400 - $600

          Leopold "Leo" Meiersdorf (American, 1934-1994) Expressionist watercolor on paper painting depicting four Jazz musicians playing drums, trombone, bass, and trumpet, 1970, signed and dated "'70" lower right, housed under glass in a silver-tone metal frame. Image: 21.5" H x 29.5" W; frame: 23" H x 31" W.

          Auctions at Showplace
        • †Leo Meiersdorff (Germany/New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Al Hirt Jazz Scene," 1978, watercolor and ink on paper, signed and dated lower le..
          Nov. 06, 2022

          †Leo Meiersdorff (Germany/New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Al Hirt Jazz Scene," 1978, watercolor and ink on paper, signed and dated lower le..

          Est: $1,000 - $2,000

          Leo Meiersdorff (Germany/New Orleans, 1934-1994), "Al Hirt Jazz Scene," 1978, watercolor and ink on paper, signed and dated lower left, presented in a beige mat between two white foam boards, H.- 21 1/4 in., W.- 29 3/8 in., Foam Board H.- 30 in., W.- 37 1/4 in.

          Crescent City Auction Gallery
        • Leo Meiersdorff Watercolor
          Oct. 18, 2022

          Leo Meiersdorff Watercolor

          Est: $150 - $300

          Leo Meiersdorff Watercolor, German 1934-1944, signed lower right, depicts "Vick Dickinson in New Orleans", a jazz figure with trumpet, trombone and bass, sight 14 3/4" x 19 3/4", matted in yellow and white lucite frame, 20 1/2" x 25 1/2". [2] CONDITION: Not examined out of frame.

          Barry S. Slosberg Inc
        • LEO MEIERSDORFF "JAZZ MUSICIANS" LITHOGRAPH
          Oct. 09, 2022

          LEO MEIERSDORFF "JAZZ MUSICIANS" LITHOGRAPH

          Est: -

          Leo Meiersdorff "Jazz Musicians" Lithograph on Paper. Plate signed on lower left, includes tag from Modern Classics Series. Leo Meiersdorff was an American-German painter best known for his Expressionist ink and watercolor drawings of jazz musicians. His work is characterized by its lively approach to caricature and loosely, spindly line work, and is often set in live music clubs of Europe, New York, Los Angeles, and New Orleans. Artist: Leo Meiersdorff Title: "Jazz Musicians" Medium: Lithograph Signature Type: Plate Signed Signature Location: Lower Left Site Measurement: 11x14 in. Image Keywords: Modern, contemporary; Ref: BD2022

          Bradford's
        • Leo MEIERSDORFF: "...New Orleans" - Watercolor
          Aug. 13, 2022

          Leo MEIERSDORFF: "...New Orleans" - Watercolor

          Est: $200 - $400

          Leo Meiersdorff (American/German, 1934-1994) watercolor on paper titled "Sonny Rollins in New Orleans", signed lower right. [Sight: 14 1/4" H x 18 1/2" W; Frame: 21" H x 25" W]. Toning to paper, wear to frame.

          Roland Auctions NY
        • LEO MEIERSDORFF "FEMALE NUDE" WATERCOLOR ON PAPER
          Jul. 24, 2022

          LEO MEIERSDORFF "FEMALE NUDE" WATERCOLOR ON PAPER

          Est: -

          Leo Meiersdorff (1934 - 1994) "Female Nude" Triptych Watercolor on Paper. Born 14 December 1934 in Berlin-Charlottenburg, Germany. As a young child, Leo spent time living both in Berlin and the family estate in East Prussia, where his Prussian ‘junker’ family raised Trakehner horses and sheep. Family trips to Rügen on the Baltic Sea and to grandparents in Magdeburg provided wonderful early childhood memories. After WWII, Leo’s family resettled in Berlin where he graduated from high school. Despite his family’s objections, he began to pursue a career as an artist. Financing his studies by going to sea, he worked on a herring trawler in the North Sea and as a merchant seaman traveling far from his studies, but giving him many perspectives. As an art student, he was greatly influenced by Max Pechstein, Karl-Schmitt Rottluff, and Oskar Kokoschka and painted in an expressionistic style. He also loved music—particularly jazz. He liked to emulate famous jazz pianists and formed a group of like-minded musicians in Berlin. In the late 1950’s, Norman Granz, through the U.S. Department of State, sponsored well-known jazz musicians in cultural exchanges around the world. One such concert was headed to Berlin. Leo entered a competition to design the record album cover for that event—and won! This could be considered the juncture when art and jazz became a theme for Leo. In the late 1950’s and early 1960’s, he embarked on trips to New York City and southern California, Laguna Beach and the LA area, meeting fellow artists and following the jazz scene there before returning to Europe to continue working in the arts. This was a period of exploration for Leo and he did restoration at the monastery in Einsiedeln, Switzerland and resumed art studies in Salzburg, Austria, eventually becoming a master student of Oskar Kokoschka. By 1966, Leo was firmly planted in NYC, painting large expressionistic pieces in oils and mixed media. He befriended many jazz musicians and other people in the music world and began to focus on painting jazz figures in watercolors. His smaller jazz pieces became known in jazz circle, eventually becoming a demand outside of his musician friends. Leo’s experience in working in set design in Berlin transferred readily to New Orleans and Toronto, where he painted background jazz figures for television specials. Many legendary album covers from Blue Note, Concord Jazz, and Chiaroscuro are graced with Leo’s work—the artwork often requested by the musicians themselves who loved him. Around 1970, Leo moved to New Orleans anchoring a career that has solidly identified him as a major contributor to jazz--America’s unique cultural contribution to the world. This was a prolific time for chronicling the musical and culinary culture of New Orleans and Leo captured it all. Iconic New Orleans restaurants display Meiersdorff paintings and imitators of his style can still be seen along the fence at Jackson Square in the heart of the French Quarter. New projects brought him to the west coast to set up his studio in 1979. Herb Alpert commissioned Leo to paint several large pieces of artwork to line the entry way of A&M Studios; The New Woody Herman Club opened at the Hyatt Regency in New Orleans, beckoning Leo back to New Orleans for a few months to design a mural in front of the club; vineyards throughout northern California and the Pacific Northwest requested original art for wine labels as well as restaurants and jazz clubs, including jazz concerts here and abroad. Artist: Leo Meiersdorff Title: "Female Nude" Medium: Watercolor on Paper Signature Type: Hand Signed Signature Location: Lower Right Site Measurement: 12in x 9in Keywords: Portrait Artwork, Art; Ref: BD1668

          Bradford's
        • Leo Meiersdorff (1934 - 1994) New Orleans, Drawing
          Jul. 23, 2022

          Leo Meiersdorff (1934 - 1994) New Orleans, Drawing

          Est: $600 - $900

          Leo Meiersdorff (1934 - 1994) New Orleans, Drawing. Leo Meiersdorff was born 14 December 1934 in Berlin-Charlottenburg, Germany. As a young child, he spent time living both in Berlin and the family estate in East Prussia, where his Prussian 'junker' family raised Trahkehner horses and sheep. Family trips to Rügen on the Baltic Sea and to grandparents in Magdeburg provided wonderful early childhood memories. After WWII, Leo's family resettled in Berlin where he graduated from high school. Despite his family's objections, he began to pursue a career as an artist. Financing his studies by going to sea, he worked on a herring trawler in the North Sea and as a merchant seaman traveling far from his studies, but giving him many perspectives. As an art student, he was greatly influenced by Max Pechstein, Karl-Schmitt Rottluff, and Oskar Kokoschka and painted in an expressionistic style. Overall Size: 20 3/4 x 25 3/4 in. Sight Size: 14 1/2 x 19 in.

          Sarasota Estate Auction
        • Leo Meiersdorff (1934 - 1994) New Orleans, WC
          Jul. 23, 2022

          Leo Meiersdorff (1934 - 1994) New Orleans, WC

          Est: $600 - $900

          Leo Meiersdorff (1934 - 1994) New Orleans, WC. Signed lower right. Leo Meiersdorff was born 14 December 1934 in Berlin-Charlottenburg, Germany. As a young child, he spent time living both in Berlin and the family estate in East Prussia, where his Prussian 'junker' family raised Trahkehner horses and sheep. Family trips to Rügen on the Baltic Sea and to grandparents in Magdeburg provided wonderful early childhood memories. After WWII, Leo's family resettled in Berlin where he graduated from high school. Despite his family's objections, he began to pursue a career as an artist. Financing his studies by going to sea, he worked on a herring trawler in the North Sea and as a merchant seaman traveling far from his studies, but giving him many perspectives. As an art student, he was greatly influenced by Max Pechstein, Karl-Schmitt Rottluff, and Oskar Kokoschka and painted in an expressionistic style. Overall Size: 16 x 19 1/2 in. Sight Size: 10 1/2 x 15 in.

          Sarasota Estate Auction
        • Leo Meiersdorff Print
          Apr. 28, 2022

          Leo Meiersdorff Print

          Est: $10 - $10,000

          Framed And Under Glass: 12.25" X 15.25".

          Berner's Auction Gallery
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