Joseph Jacinto Mora Sold at Auction Prices

Sculptor, Illustrator, Painter, b. 1876 - d. 1947

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Nov. 10, 2023
MORA, Jo (1876-1947). Yosemite. Map of Yosemite National Pa...
Est: $400 - $600
MORA, Jo (1876-1947). Yosemite. Map of Yosemite National Park. 1949. Offset color lithograph map of Yosemite National Park. Originally published in black and white in 1931, this is the second color printing, from 1949, showing two men running from a skunk in place of the Coulterville Road sign, and a woman on horseback in the second square from top at upper left. 19 x 15 ½”. Linen backed. Repaired tear in upper margin with some inpainting to image, repaired tears and blemishes in margins. B+.
Potter & Potter Auctions Inc.
Nov. 09, 2023
JO MORA (1876-1947). THE SEVENTEEN MILE DRIVE. 1927. 33½x25 inches, 85x63½ cm. [Carmel-by-the-Sea].
Est: $800 - $1,200
JO MORA (1876-1947) THE SEVENTEEN MILE DRIVE. 1927. 33 1/2x25 inches, 85x63 1/2 cm. [Carmel-by-the-Sea]. Condition A-: expert unobtrusive overpainting in margin; minor creases in text. This is the rare first edition of Mora's second pictorial map, detailing the area around Monterey, Pebble Beach, Pacific Grove and Carmel (where Mora had his studio). It was commissioned by Samuel Finley Brown Morse of Del Monte Properties. The company's Hotel and Lodge are featured in this map. Mora was a prominent California artist of Uruguayan heritage who was well-known as a cartoonist, painter, cartographer, illustrator, photographer and sculptor. In 1998 the Monterey Museum of Art held an exhibition of his work, which they described as follows: "Apart from its artistic merits, Mora's work is valued for its historical significance. As an astute observer, Mora created art that eloquently and accurately described the western land and way of life he admired, whether his subject was vaqueros, Hopi katsina figures, the Arizona landscape, turn-of-the-century Yosemite, or the California missions." "Characterized by exquisite drawing, rich color, and great charm, Mora's maps revealed a deep knowledge of Western American history and culture. His maps formed the most important collection of pictorial cartography done by any artist of one particular region of the United States" (Picturing america p. 28-9).
Swann Auction Galleries
Oct. 28, 2023
Original 1920s California Whimsical Carte Poster MORA
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Mora, Joseph Jacinto 1876 - 1947 California - Whimsical Carte (Map Poster) Offset 1927 35.4 x 27.5 in. (90 x 70 cm) Printer: The Jo Mora Maps, Carmel Condition Details: (A-) small tears and minor staining at the edges, tiny margin losses#USA #Travel #Maps #California
PosterConnection Inc.
Sep. 11, 2023
Vintage 1933 Original Jo Mora (B.1876 - D.1947) The Evolution of The Cowboy Poster 24.5" x 32"
Est: -
Monterey, California: Published by Joseph (Jo) Jacinto Mora, 1941. First edition. This is the second issue of Jo Mora's iconic poster, dated 1933 but published circa 1939, with the map of Salinas around the Sweetheart of the Rodeo replaced with silhouettes of cowboys and their horses. The artist, Jo Mora, is better known as a designer of pictorial maps, which he referred to as cartes. Although his maps tend to be filled with whimsy, this work combines a busy, lighthearted rodeo scene in his humorous cartoony style in the center surrounded by straightforward naturalistic illustrations of cowboys. One of Mora's most enduring creations, this sheet was originally used as a promotional item for the Salinas Rodeo. Later on, the American band the Byrds used the image of the Sweetheart of the Rodeo on their pioneering country-rock album of the same name, released in 1968. The poster is a veritable illustrated encyclopedia entry on the cowboy, filled with information on the various types of cowboys, their fashions, their saddles, their horses, and their relationship to the cattle. A hectic and exaggerated rodeo scene appears in the center, with more realistic illustrations directly below depicting different rodeo activities in close-up detail. Across the top of the sheet and along the sides is a medley of cowboy types throughout history, from the Spanish conquistador of the 16th century to the modern vaqueros and cowboys. Like most of Jo Mora's works, there is a lot going on with regards to its visual presentation and information given. At the top we find the variety of western horse riders presented in a historical manner from the 16th century Spanish conquistador to the modern day cowboy with the "mountain man," "buffalo hunter," and "Texas cowman," included among others. The print is flanked on either side with detailed descriptions and depictions of the various garbs worn by such men. The center portion of the print displays a chaotic, cartoon rodeo scene that is adorned with the "Sweetheart of the Rodeo". Below this scene are several depictions of the various events that take place at the rodeo, some of which include bull and trick riding, steer decorating, calf roping and tying. Also included within the print are numerous drawings of the various saddles, boots, spurs, stirrups, cow brands, ropes, and just about any other element of cowboy life that one can conjure. Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and the bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request
One Source Auctions
Jul. 29, 2023
Poster by Joseph J. Mora - Levi's Jeans Round-up of Comboy Lore
Est: €180 - €400
Levi's Jeans Round-up of Comboy Lore - 61x91, 1933 by Joseph J. Mora (1876-1947)
Van Sabben Auctions
Jul. 18, 2023
Joseph Jacinto Mora, Bronze
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Joseph Jacinto Mora (1876 - 1947), "Bronco Buster". Signed and dated 1930. Approx. 10" tall. Some surface wear.
Weiss Auctions
Jul. 17, 2023
Vintage 1936 Original Jo Mora (B.1876 - D.1947) Indians of North America Print FRAMED
Est: -
Monterey, CA: Jo Mora Publications, 1936. Mora, Jo. 1st Printing. A beautiful 1936 Jo Mora print depicting the history, culture and practices of various tribes of American Indian across North America. This 'carte', as Mora called them, illustrates a myriad of aspects of Indian life, including clothing style, horse-riding technique, religious practices, art, symbols and practical objects found around the home. "Joseph Jacinto Mora (1876 - 1947) was a Uruguayan-born American cowboy, photographer, artist, cartoonist, illustrator, painter, muralist, sculptor, and historian who lived with the Hopi and wrote about his experiences in California. He has been called the 'Renaissance Man of the West'. Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and the bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request
One Source Auctions
Jun. 11, 2023
Yosemite Un des Plus Grand Park Naturel des USA situé en Californie
Est: €1,500 - €3,000
Affiche entoilée/ Vintage Poster on Linnen
Mirabaud-Mercier
May. 21, 2023
Jo Mora, Indians of North America Framed Print
Est: $200 - $400
Jo Mora Indians Of North America Print. Marked: "Indians of North America... In Making this Carte- Indians of North America- I must confess to a more difficult task than anticipated.. With the vast amount of data acquired in a lifelong, intimate study, it was not lack of material, but that discouraging necessity for elimination forced on me by the limitations of available space that made this task most trying. I hope you will derive some measure of instruction and pleasure from its perusal and that it may stimulate a desire for further study of our Aboriginal Americana. Jo Mora MCMXXXVI." As Framed Approximately 34.25H x 26.25W x 1.125D in. Sight Approximately 30.625H x 22.875W in.
Clark's Auction Company
May. 13, 2023
Jo Mora Indians Of North America Poster Print
Est: $50 - $100
Print Corners A Little Rough Due To Hanging. Frame Measures Approximately 33in X 25in. Frame Is In Good Condition. Minor Scuffs On Top Right Edge Of Frame. 101 Sa
EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
May. 11, 2023
Yosemite Un des Plus Grand Park Naturel des USA situé en Californie
Est: €1,500 - €3,000
Affiche entoilée/ Vintage Poster on Linnen
Mirabaud-Mercier
May. 06, 2023
Jo Mora Indians Of North America Print
Est: $50 - $100
Print Corners A Little Rough Due To Hanging. Frame Measures Approximately 33in X 25in. Frame Is In Good Condition. Minor Scuffs On Top Right Edge Of Frame. 101 Sa
EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Mar. 20, 2023
Vintage 1936 Original Jo Mora (b.1876 - d.1947) Indians of North America Print FRAMED
Est: -
Monterey, CA: Jo Mora Publications, 1936. Mora, Jo. 1st Printing. A beautiful 1936 Jo Mora print depicting the history, culture and practices of various tribes of American Indian across North America. This 'carte', as Mora called them, illustrates a myriad of aspects of Indian life, including clothing style, horse-riding technique, religious practices, art, symbols and practical objects found around the home. "Joseph Jacinto Mora (1876 - 1947) was a Uruguayan-born American cowboy, photographer, artist, cartoonist, illustrator, painter, muralist, sculptor, and historian who lived with the Hopi and wrote about his experiences in California. He has been called the 'Renaissance Man of the West' ". Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and the bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request
One Source Auctions
Jan. 28, 2023
"Straight Up And Scratchin'" J. Mora Lithograph
Est: $400 - $800
For your consideration is the J J Mora Lithograph reproduction, "Straight Up And Scratchin'". Joseph (Jo) Jacinto Mora (1876-1947) was a Uruguayan-born American cowboy, photographer, artist, author, cartoonist, illustrator, painter, muralist, etcher, map maker, saddlemaker, sculptor, coin designer, and historian who lived with the Hopi and Navajo Indians of Arizona from 1904-1906. During this time he took photographs, painted and otherwise recorded the daily life of these Native Americans, including the Hopi Snake Dance. He learned the Native languages and made detailed drawings of what he observed. In his later years he lived in Monterey-Carmel, California and wrote about his experiences in California. He has been called the "Renaissance Man of the West". This reproduced lithograph is in wonderful condition, the colors and details featured are clean and striking. J J Mora signature noted at bottom right, title at center bottom, "Straight Up And Scratchin'", printer name and copyright at bottom left. Professionally framed and archival mounted AARNUN Gallery Pasadena, CA. Provenance information attached to backside. Matted & stained hardwood frame is in good overall condition. Left frame leg stain marring, no other obvious marring noted. Visible art measures 18"W x 23.75"L, frame is 24"W x 29.75"L
North American Auction Company
Jan. 19, 2023
JO MORA GRAND CANYON PICTORIAL MAP
Est: $280 - $360
Jo Mora's (1876-1947) whimsical map of the Grand Canyon, one of Mora's earliest maps from 1931. This bright and colorful pictorial map provides a detailed look at the Grand Canyon, with marvelous vignettes scattered throughout the image. Joseph (Jo) Mora was a Uruguayan-born American cartoonist and illustrator, a pioneer of the 20th century pictorial map. The map shows Native American motifs and numerous small illustrations and humorous text, like an illustration of a large donkey statue with the text, 'Proposed Monument to the Canyon's Unsung Heroes - To be erected by popular subscription'. Published by Jo Mora Publications, Monterey California, 1957, 15 x 19 inches. Slight creasing.
Fairhill Auction LLC
Jan. 15, 2023
Yosemite Un des Plus Grand Park Naturel des USA situé en Californie
Est: €1,500 - €3,000
Affiche entoilée/ Vintage Poster on Linnen
Millon Riviera
Dec. 15, 2022
Jo Mora's first color pictorial map
Est: $500 - $800
Heading: (California) Author: Mora, Jo Title: California. This whimsical Carte of Topographic and Historic intention, depicting that fabled Isle of Montalvo's dream-the El Dorado of '49-the glorious California we know and love... Place Published: San Francisco Publisher:A.M. Robertson Date Published: 1927 Description: Color lithograph map. Sheet measures 90x70 cm (35½x27½"). Jo Mora's rare and desirable first map, a humorous pictorial map of California in 1927, with a cartoon history from Cabrillo's landing to the modern real estate boom in about one third of the image. Scarce
PBA Galleries Auctions & Appraisers
Dec. 10, 2022
Mora, Joseph (1951 Barcelona 2020)
Est: €150 - €180
Paar Designer-Besucherstühle der Serie "EGOA" Modell "Chair 300". Schwarz gelacktes Metallkufengestell mit Armlehnen. Sitz- und Rückenlehne (beweglich bzw. Wippfunktion) mit Schichtholz und Furnier. Alters- und Gebrauchsspuren. Hersteller stua, 20. Jh. H. ca. 83 cm, Sitz-H. 47 cm.
Dannenberg
Nov. 30, 2022
Yosemite Un des Plus Grand Park Naturel des USA situé en Californie
Est: €1,500 - €3,000
Affiche entoilée/ Vintage Poster on Linnen
Millon Riviera
Nov. 26, 2022
Jo Mora (1876-1947, Uruguay, CA) pictorial map.
Est: $400 - $600
This one in particular is from 1933, made for Grace Line. The map focuses on Central America, depicts whimsical cartoons of the events of the colonial era, south and central American, the Caribbean (including Cavendish, the conquistadors, Panama canal, John Hawkins, pirates, divers, etc). Framed and glazed, does not appear to be laid down, not removed from frame Sight size 31 1/2" x 23", overall with frame 34 1/2" x 27".
Marion Antique Auctions
Nov. 16, 2022
Jo Mora, (1876-1947), "Indians of North America", Offset lithograph in colors on paper, Sight: 31.25" H x 23.25" W
Est: $300 - $500
Jo Mora (1876-1947) "Indians of North America" Offset lithograph in colors on paper From the edition of unknown size Appears unsigned; titled by repute; copyrighted by Jo Mora Publications, Monterey, California Sight: 31.25" H x 23.25" W
John Moran Auctioneers
Nov. 10, 2022
JO MORA (1876-1947). CITY OF SAN DIEGO / GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY. 1928. 29¼x24 inches, 74½x61 cm. The Marston Company, San Diego.
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
JO MORA (1876-1947) CITY OF SAN DIEGO / GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY. 1928. 29 1/4x24 inches, 74 1/2x61 cm. The Marston Company, San Diego. Condition A-: small pin holes in top corners and bottom left margin; slight darkening at edges; vertical and horizontal folds, as issued. Paper. With original mailing envelope. Mora was a prominent California artist of Uruguayan heritage who was well-known as a cartoonist, painter, cartographer, illustrator, photographer and sculptor. In 1998 the Monterey Museum of Art held an exhibition of his work, which they described as follows: "Apart from its artistic merits, Mora's work is valued for its historical significance. As an astute observer, Mora created art that eloquently and accurately described the western land and way of life he admired, whether his subject was vaqueros, Hopi katsina figures, the Arizona landscape, turn-of-the-century Yosemite, or the California missions." This map of San Diego, commissioned by Marston department store in celebration of it's 50th anniversary is "characterized by exquisite drawing, rich color, and great charm. Mora's maps revealed a deep knowledge of Western American history and culture. His maps formed the most important collection of pictorial cartography done by any artist of one particular region of the United States" (Picturing America, p. 28-9). Mora was hesitant to accept the commission from George Marston, who insisted on maintaining the right to republish (though he never did). Only 2000 copies were printed, and it is the only one with a unique envelope.
Swann Auction Galleries
Nov. 05, 2022
Original MORA 1930s California Rodeo Sweetheart Poster
Est: $900 - $1,200
Mora, Joseph Jacinto 1876 - 1947 Sweetheart of the Rodeo - California Rodeo of Salinas Offset 1939 31.8 x 24 in. (81 x 61 cm) Printer: The Jo Mora Maps, Carmel Condition Details: (A-) on linen, small margin tears, overpainting in the margins#USA #Travel #Maps #Rodeo #Cowboys #California
PosterConnection Inc.
Oct. 22, 2022
JO MORA GRAND CANYON PICTORIAL MAP
Est: $300 - $400
Jo Mora's (1876-1947) whimsical map of the Grand Canyon, one of Mora's earliest maps from 1931. This bright and colorful pictorial map provides a detailed look at the Grand Canyon, with marvelous vignettes scattered throughout the image. Joseph (Jo) Mora was a Uruguayan-born American cartoonist and illustrator, a pioneer of the 20th century pictorial map. The map shows Native American motifs and numerous small illustrations and humorous text, like an illustration of a large donkey statue with the text, 'Proposed Monument to the Canyon's Unsung Heroes - To be erected by popular subscription'. Published by Jo Mora Publications, Monterey California, 1957, 15 x 19.25 inches, professionally linen backed.
Fairhill Auction LLC