George Russin Paintings & Artwork for Sale | George Russin Art Value Price Guide

Aug. 30, 2026
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $450 - $575
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: Clowns MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Few small scratches. Some scattered minor inpaintings/touch ups. Wear to frame. ART SIZE: 28 x 22 inches / 71 x 55 cm FRAME SIZE: 33 x 27 inches / 83 x 68 cm SIGNATURE: lower right LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 150330 US SHIPPING: $119 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world." Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80." Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax." Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters--many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Aug. 16, 2026
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $425 - $550
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: Clown - New Shoes (titled on verso) MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Few very minor paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. Minor damages to frame. ART SIZE: 10 x 8 inches / 25 x 20 cm FRAME SIZE: 15 x 14 inches / 38 x 35 cm SIGNATURE: lower right and on verso LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 150374 US SHIPPING: $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world." Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80." Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax." Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters-many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Aug. 09, 2026
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $700 - $900
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: Venice Cityscape MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Few minor scratches/paint losses by the right edge. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 25 x 31 inches / 63 x 78 cm FRAME SIZE: 37 x 43 inches / 93 x 109 cm SIGNATURE: lower left LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 134004 US SHIPPING: $259 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world." Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80." Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax." Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters-many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jul. 27, 2026
Signed Russin Desert Landscape Oil Painting
Est: $50 - $1,000
Oil on board painting. Signed lower right, Russin, possibly George Russin (American, 1910-2010). Desert landscape scene. Sight measures 16.75"h x 20.75"w. Condition: Some warping to board, scratches.
The Auction Barn
Jun. 07, 2026
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $450 - $575
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: Jewish Tailor MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Few minor paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 24 x 18 inches / 60 x 45 cm FRAME SIZE: 32 x 26 inches / 81 x 66 cm 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#: 156048 US SHIPPING: $119 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world." Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80." Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax." Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters---many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
May. 31, 2026
GEORGE RUSSIN "SANTA MARIA DELLA SALUTE" ORIG OIL
Est: $200 - $400
George Russin "Santa Maria Della Salute" original oil on artist board. Cubist style painting depicting th famous Santa Maria della Salute church in Venice, complete with gondolas in foreground. Signed lower left. Excellent condition. Art measures 17.5" x 23.5", frame measures 23" x 29".
Neely Auction
May. 31, 2026
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $450 - $575
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: Going to Market, Mexico (titled on verso) MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. No visible inpaint under UV light. Wear to frame. ART SIZE: 20 x 16 inches / 50 x 40 cm FRAME SIZE: 28 x 24 inches / 71 x 60 cm 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#: 157459 US SHIPPING: $119 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world." Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80." Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax." Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters---many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
May. 31, 2026
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $550 - $700
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: Keystone Cop (titled on verso) MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 23 x 16 inches / 58 x 40 cm FRAME SIZE: 32 x 25 inches / 81 x 63 cm SIGNATURE: lower left LOCATION: This lot is located at our Dania Beach, FL office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 126505 US SHIPPING: $119 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world. "Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80. "Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax. "Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Mar. 01, 2026
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $700 - $900
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: Venice Cityscape MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Few minor scratches/paint losses by the right edge. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 25 x 31 inches / 63 x 78 cm FRAME SIZE: 37 x 43 inches / 93 x 109 cm SIGNATURE: lower left LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 134004 US SHIPPING: $259 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world." Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80." Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax." Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters-many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Feb. 22, 2026
GEORGE RUSSIN "SANTA MARIA DELLA SALUTE" ORIG OIL
Est: $400 - $600
George Russin "Santa Maria Della Salute" original oil on artist board. Cubist style painting depicting th famous Santa Maria della Salute church in Venice, complete with gondolas in foreground. Signed lower left. Excellent condition. Art measures 17.5" x 23.5", frame measures 23" x 29".
Neely Auction
Feb. 11, 2026
George Russin 1910-2010 Market Scene Oil Painting
Est: $100 - $1,000
George Russin (American, 1910-2010), Going to Market Mexico oil painting on board. Scene features market activity with figures, goods, animals, and hillside buildings. Signed lower right. Titled on verso. Presented in a gold tone wood frame with a linen liner. Work Size: 21.5 x 17.5 in. Dimensions: 27.5 X 23.5 X 1.25 in. Condition: Good overall condition having normal surface wear consistent with age. Frame exhibits storage wear to edges and corners. Note: This condition statement is provided as a courtesy and reflects an opinion, not a statement of fact. Bidders are encouraged to inspect items in person or through an agent to assess condition. Estate fresh to the market. Shipping Information: Hill Auction Gallery does not offer in-house packing or shipping services. As a courtesy, we are pleased to refer trusted third-party shipping providers for buyer convenience. Buyers are encouraged to contact shippers directly to obtain packing quotes, shipping rates, insurance options, and estimated transit times. Additional local, domestic, and international shipper referrals may be available upon request. Parcel Shipping Providers: First Class Shipping Center, 11700 NW 41st Street, Coral Springs, FL. Phone (754) 800-7674. Email 1shippingcenter@gmail.com. Mr. Ship Pro, 7838 NW 44th St, Sunrise, FL 33351. Phone (305) 783-9504. Email roberto@mrshippro.com. The UPS Store #2881, 11110 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise, FL 33351. Phone (954) 572-4004. Email store2881@theupsstore.com. Freight & Large Item Shipping / Local Florida Delivery: Available through independent providers. Please contact info@hillauctiongallery.com for referrals based on item size, location, and delivery requirements.
Hill Auction Gallery
Feb. 08, 2026
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $425 - $550
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: Clown - New Shoes (titled on verso) MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Few very minor paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. Minor damages to frame. ART SIZE: 10 x 8 inches / 25 x 20 cm FRAME SIZE: 15 x 14 inches / 38 x 35 cm SIGNATURE: lower right and on verso LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 150374 US SHIPPING: $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world." Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80." Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax." Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters-many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Feb. 08, 2026
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $450 - $575
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: Clowns MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Few small scratches. Some scattered minor inpaintings/touch ups. Wear to frame. ART SIZE: 28 x 22 inches / 71 x 55 cm FRAME SIZE: 33 x 27 inches / 83 x 68 cm SIGNATURE: lower right LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 150330 US SHIPPING: $119 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world." Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80." Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax." Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters--many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Feb. 01, 2026
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $425 - $550
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: Clown Playing Checkers MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Overall good. No visible inpaint under UV light. Minor damages to frame. ART SIZE: 10 x 8 inches / 25 x 20 cm FRAME SIZE: 14 x 13 inches / 35 x 33 cm SIGNATURE: lower right and on verso LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 150373 US SHIPPING: $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world." Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80." Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax." Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters-many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Feb. 01, 2026
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $475 - $625
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: The Thinker (titled on stretcher) MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Few small paint losses. Some craquelure. No visible inpaint under UV light. Wear to frame. ART SIZE: 16 x 14 inches / 40 x 35 cm FRAME SIZE: 20 x 18 inches / 50 x 45 cm SIGNATURE: lower right LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 150353 US SHIPPING: $79 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world." Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80." Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax." Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters-many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Dec. 03, 2025
George Russin (Am. 1910-2010) The Tailor, signed lower right, 24 x 18 inches, overall frame size 25 1/2 x 31 1/2 inches
Est: $150 - $250
George Russin (Am. 1910-2010) The Tailor, signed lower right, 24 x 18 inches, overall frame size 25 1/2 x 31 1/2 inches
Bill Hood & Sons Arts & Antiques Auctions
Oct. 26, 2025
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $425 - $550
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: Clown Playing Checkers MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Overall good. No visible inpaint under UV light. Minor damages to frame. ART SIZE: 10 x 8 inches / 25 x 20 cm FRAME SIZE: 14 x 13 inches / 35 x 33 cm SIGNATURE: lower right and on verso LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 150373 US SHIPPING: $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world." Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80." Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax." Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters-many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Oct. 26, 2025
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $475 - $625
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: The Thinker (titled on stretcher) MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Few small paint losses. Some craquelure. No visible inpaint under UV light. Wear to frame. ART SIZE: 16 x 14 inches / 40 x 35 cm FRAME SIZE: 20 x 18 inches / 50 x 45 cm SIGNATURE: lower right LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 150353 US SHIPPING: $79 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world." Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80." Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax." Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters-many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Oct. 26, 2025
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $450 - $575
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: Clowns MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Few small scratches. Some scattered minor inpaintings/touch ups. Wear to frame. ART SIZE: 28 x 22 inches / 71 x 55 cm FRAME SIZE: 33 x 27 inches / 83 x 68 cm SIGNATURE: lower right LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 150330 US SHIPPING: $119 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world." Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80." Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax." Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters--many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Oct. 26, 2025
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $625 - $750
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: Keystone Cop (titled on verso) MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 23 x 16 inches / 58 x 40 cm FRAME SIZE: 32 x 25 inches / 81 x 63 cm SIGNATURE: lower left LOCATION: This lot is located at our Dania Beach, FL office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online SKU#: 126505 US SHIPPING: $119 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world. "Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80. "Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax. "Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Oct. 12, 2025
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $425 - $550
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: Clown - New Shoes (titled on verso) MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Few very minor paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. Minor damages to frame. ART SIZE: 10 x 8 inches / 25 x 20 cm FRAME SIZE: 15 x 14 inches / 38 x 35 cm SIGNATURE: lower right and on verso LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 150374 US SHIPPING: $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world." Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80." Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax." Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters-many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Oct. 01, 2025
George Russin (American, 1910-2010), Radio City Music Hall, 1986, oil on masonite
Est: $300 - $500
George Russin American, 1910-2010 Radio City Music Hall, 1986 oil on masonite signed and dated '86 lower right.
South Bay Auctions Inc
Sep. 14, 2025
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $750 - $950
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: Venice Cityscape MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Few minor scratches/paint losses by the right edge. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 25 x 31 inches / 63 x 78 cm FRAME SIZE: 37 x 43 inches / 93 x 109 cm SIGNATURE: lower left LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 134004 US SHIPPING: $259 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world." Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80." Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax." Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters-many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jun. 15, 2025
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $625 - $750
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: Keystone Cop (titled on verso) MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 23 x 16 inches / 58 x 40 cm FRAME SIZE: 32 x 25 inches / 81 x 63 cm SIGNATURE: lower left LOCATION: This lot is located at our Dania Beach, FL office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 126505 US SHIPPING: $119 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world. "Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80. "Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax. "Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
May. 11, 2025
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $750 - $950
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: Venice Cityscape MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Few minor scratches/paint losses by the right edge. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 25 x 31 inches / 63 x 78 cm FRAME SIZE: 37 x 43 inches / 93 x 109 cm SIGNATURE: lower left LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 134004 US SHIPPING: $259 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world." Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80." Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax." Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters-many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Apr. 29, 2025
GEORGE RUSSIN (1910-2010) ABSTRACT O/C
Est: $50 - $10,000
Abstract portrait of a man. Signed Russin lower right corner. Dimensions: (Frame) H 19.75" x W 18" (Sight) H 16" x W 14" Condition: Craquelure, possibly repaired. Rubs and marks to frame.
Westport Auction
Mar. 22, 2025
George Russin Oil Painting "Going to Market"
Est: $600 - $1,200
A signed piece entitled: "Going to Market" by George Russin (signature in bottom right). Painting measures approx. 32" x 28" O.D, 24" x 20" I.D. Painting has no visible damage, framed well.
Keystone Auctions LLC
Jan. 19, 2025
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $750 - $950
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: Venice Cityscape MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Few minor scratches/paint losses by the right edge. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 25 x 31 inches / 63 x 78 cm FRAME SIZE: 37 x 43 inches / 93 x 109 cm SIGNATURE: lower left ATTENTION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 134004 US SHIPPING: $319 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world." Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80." Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax." Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters-many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jan. 01, 2025
GEORGE RUSSIN, NEW ORLEANS JAZZ, LITHOGRAPH
Est: $400 - $500
Artist: George Russin, American (1910 - 2010) Title: New Orleans Jazz Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil Edition: 250 Size: 22 x 27 in. (55.88 x 68.58 cm)
RoGallery
Jan. 01, 2025
GEORGE RUSSIN, THE TAILOR, LITHOGRAPH
Est: $400 - $500
Artist: George Russin, American (1910 - 2010) Title: The Tailor Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil Edition: 250 Size: 29 x 22 in. (73.66 x 55.88 cm)
RoGallery
Jan. 01, 2025
GEORGE RUSSIN, OLD MOVIE STAR, LITHOGRAPH
Est: $500 - $600
Artist: George Russin, American (1910 - 2010) Title: Old Movie Star Year: circa 1975 Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil Edition: 87/225 Size: 20 x 24 in. (50.8 x 60.96 cm) Description: A portrait of a reclining woman in a long gown with gold jewels and a feather hat. A very detailed illustration of this opulent interior with fancy objects throughout the space.
RoGallery
Oct. 15, 2024
George Russin, oil on masonite
Est: $200 - $300
George Russin (American, c. 1910-2010), "Burmese Lady", signed lower left, titled on verso, 35.5"h x 11.75"w (sight), 37.25"h x 13.25"w (frame)
Millea Bros Ltd
Sep. 15, 2024
George Russin, Titled 'Figures in a Theatre' Oil on Canvas, Mid-20th century
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Keywords: elegant figures, theater scene, soft pastel tones, ethereal lighting, fine art, stylish gathering, classical style, modern art Summary: George Russin (American, 1910 - 2010). 'Figures in a Theatre'. Oil painting on masonite, depicting couples watching an art deco period Rockette style stage performance. Signed lower right, 'Russin'. Undated. George Russin was born in New York and exhibited frequently from the 1950s through the 1980s. Known for his figurative paintings and depictions of various cultures. In addition to painting, he was also a musician and a stained glass artist. Measurements: Canvas - 29 3/4" high x 24" wide. Frame - 35 1/2" high x 29 1/2" wide.Category: 10
Collective Hudson, LLC
Sep. 01, 2024
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $750 - $950
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: Venice Cityscape MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Few minor scratches/paint losses by the right edge. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 25 x 31 inches / 63 x 78 cm FRAME SIZE: 37 x 43 inches / 93 x 109 cm SIGNATURE: lower left ATTENTION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 134004 US Shipping $149 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world." Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80." Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax." Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters-many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Aug. 25, 2024
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $675 - $850
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: Keystone Cop (titled on verso) MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 23 x 16 inches / 58 x 40 cm FRAME SIZE: 32 x 25 inches / 81 x 63 cm SIGNATURE: lower left CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 126505 US Shipping $90 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world. "Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80. "Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax. "Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jul. 21, 2024
George Russin 1910-2010 Antique American "Lemonade Seller" Modernist New York Portrait Painting
Est: $300 - $500
Antique American oil painting by George Russin (1910 - 2010). Oil on board. Signed. Measuring 21 by 31.5 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.
Curated Gallery Auctions
Apr. 27, 2024
GEORGE RUSSIN, OLD MOVIE STAR, LITHOGRAPH
Est: $500 - $600
Artist: George Russin, American (1910 - 2010) Title: Old Movie Star Year: circa 1975 Medium: Lithograph, signed and numbered in pencil Edition: 87/225 Size: 20 x 24 in. (50.8 x 60.96 cm) Description: A portrait of a reclining woman in a long gown with gold jewels and a feather hat. A very detailed illustration of this opulent interior with fancy objects throughout the space.
RoGallery
Jan. 13, 2024
George RUSSIN: Street Scene - M/M
Est: $150 - $250
George Russin (American, 1943-2010) framed ink and watercolor under glass depicting a busy street scene near a ticket window, W.P.A.-style, signed lower left. Provenance: From the Eileen and Marvin Reingold Collection. [Sight: 7" H x 9 1/2" W; Frame: 15 1/4" H x 18" W]. In good condition.
Roland Auctions NY
Dec. 17, 2023
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $675 - $850
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: Keystone Cop (titled on verso) MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 23 x 16 inches / 58 x 40 cm FRAME SIZE: 32 x 25 inches / 81 x 63 cm SIGNATURE: lower left CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 126505 US Shipping $90 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world. "Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80. "Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax. "Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Nov. 04, 2023
George Russin. Toy Maker, oil
Est: $400 - $600
(American, 1910-2010). Oil on board, signed ll, sight size: 25 1/2 x 19 1/2 in., framed size: 28 x 24 inches.
Alex Cooper
Sep. 30, 2023
MID CENT AMERICAN CLOWN PAINTING BY GEORGE RUSSIN
Est: $100 - $150
George Russin, American, 1910 to 2010, an oil on masonite board painting Masquerade, depicting a clown on a colorful abstract background. Signed by the artist lower left, titled on verso. Framed. George Russin was an American artist who attended the High School of Music and Art to pursue both fields of study. There, he was awarded the St. Gaudens Medal for Art plus a scholarship to Pratt Institute. He graduated from Pratt, receiving the Bronze Medal for achievement: later he attended the Art Students League. The Little Studio has presented several shows of his work in New York, Boston, and Beverly Hills; recently La Napoule Art Foundation of France purchased two of his paintings for their collection. One of a kind artwork. Mid Century Fine Art, American Expressionist Paintings And Wall Decor Collectibles.
Antique Arena Inc
Aug. 20, 2023
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $675 - $850
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: Keystone Cop (titled on verso) MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 23 x 16 inches / 58 x 40 cm FRAME SIZE: 32 x 25 inches / 81 x 63 cm SIGNATURE: lower left CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 126505 US Shipping $90 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world. "Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80. "Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax. "Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
May. 24, 2023
George RUSSIN: Street Scene - M/M
Est: $300 - $500
George Russin (American, 1943-2010) framed ink and watercolor under glass depicting a busy street scene near a ticket window, W.P.A.-style, signed lower left. Provenance: From the Eileen and Marvin Reingold Collection. [Sight: 7" H x 9 1/2" W; Frame: 15 1/4" H x 18" W]. In good condition.
Roland Auctions NY
Mar. 19, 2023
"KEYSTONE COP" PAINTING BY RUSSIN
Est: $400 - $600
RUSSIN, George, (American, 1910-2010): "Keystone Cop", Oil/Masonite, sight size 22.5" x 15.5", signed lower left, framed, 32" x 24".
Burchard Galleries Inc
Feb. 12, 2023
George Russin (FL,1910-2010) oil painting
Est: $950 - $1,250
ARTIST: George Russin (Florida, 1910 - 2010) TITLE: Big Wig (titled on verso) YEAR: 1959 MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Very good. No visible inpaint under UV light. Wear to frame. ART SIZE: 20 x 30 inches / 50 x 76 cm FRAME SIZE: 27 x 37 inches / 68 x 93 cm SIGNATURE: lower right CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART CONSIGNMENTS WANTED. CONTACT US SKU#: 123479 US Shipping $120 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: The following recollection is from James O'Connell, May 2006. Years ago I would meet George at the Dunkin' Donuts every morning and we all knew of George's paintings and the photographs of his work. One morning Frank, a printer, and myself decided to reprint the photographs on large paper and I would go over each print with clear acrylic paint on a knife blade, the way George did his work, then frame each print. With permission of the owner of the donut shop, we hung the prints on the walls of the shop and at time people would come in and want to purchase one. George would sign them and make a few bucks for himself as he no longer painted and owned none of his originals. This was good for George and I know it made him somewhat proud. The local neighborhood newspaper called "Neighbors" had heard of George's art work and what was being done with his prints on the wall of the donut shop. They did come to the shop, talk with George, some friends, and photograph some of the prints. Now George Russin, living alone at 95 years of age in itself is quite George. Although I do get down there and take him out for lunch now and again, I'm still waiting for him to find me those things you need to help authenticate his autobiography. I know he has a letter from Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of himself with some of the well known entertainers of his time, also the movies "The Glenn Miller Story" and "Hollywood Hotel" where he was featured in one of the music scenes. Also sent by James O'Connell was a copy of a newspaper article titled "Doughnut shop nails down artist's works" in The Miami Herald, March 13, 1997. The article describes his regular morning visits to the Dunkin' Donuts shop near his Northeast Dade home and his ordering black coffee, an English muffin and then sitting by the front window where he chats with friends. The old timers refer to him as "Mayor" or "General". A wall is dedicated to his art work. The only work he has kept for himself is a self portrait, and he quit drawing in 1991, after the death of his sister. He said: "She was the one who would get me out of bed each morning. She was like my agent. She knew what I had to get done by the end of each day." Russin was also a musician. Born in New York, he grew up in a piano-playing family, and at age 16, he joined a jazz band as a "self taught tenor sax player, working with musicians like Fats Waller, Benny Goodman, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong before putting down his sax in 1956. He recalled: "I loved doing the musical scenes. I lived for whatever had to do with women, music and art. And I wouldn't have changed it for the world." Soon after that, he began pursuing his art talents, which included taking night classes, working with a palette knife, and doing stain glass "to develop a vibrant, mosaic-like style that was displayed at some of New York's top galleries in the 80." Of this part of his life, he said: "It was the same kind of concentration and joy as when I played the sax." Among his subjects were portraits, Siamese dancers, generals and reporters-many from his travels in Europe and Asia during World War II.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Feb. 05, 2023
Signed Mid-20th Century George Russin, 'Figures in a Theatre'. Oil on Canvas
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Signed Mid-20th Century George Russin, 'Figures in a Theatre'. Oil on Canvas George Russin (American, 1910 - 2010). 'Figures in a Theatre'. Oil painting on masonite, depicting couples watching an art deco period rockette style stage performance. Signed lower right, 'Russin'. Undated. George Russin was born in New York and exhibited frequently from the 1950's through the 1980's. Known for his figurative paintings and depictions of various cultures. In addition to painting, he was also a musician and a stained glass artist. Notice to Bidders The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition. Complete condition information is available by request, no later than 24 hours prior to the auction. All lots are offered and sold "as is", and COLLECTive Hudson will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. SHIPPING COLLECTive Hudson does not provide any shipping or packing services. We will happily provide a list of recommended shippers who can provide shipping quotes prior to bidding. Shippers will also be listed on your invoice. PAYMENT All invoices totaling over $5,000 to be paid via wire transfer. All jewelry, watches and silver must be paid via wire. All Credit card transactions are subject to a 3.1% CC FEE. Absolutely no credit card transactions over the phone.
Collective Hudson, LLC
Jan. 16, 2023
Painting, George Russin
Est: $100 - $200
George Russin (American, 1910-2010), Portrait of a Man with Decor, oil on board, signed lower right, overall (with frame): 29.5"h x 23.5"w
Clars Auctions
Dec. 12, 2022
George Russin (American, 1910-2010) Harry James 1960s
Est: $200 - $300
Musician Harry James (American, 1916-1983). Mid-Century impressionist abstract painting of Harry James and band, signed by the artist, George Russin (lower right). Acrylic on canvas. Dimensions: framed: 30 in. x 26 in., canvas board: 23 1/2 in. x 19 1/2 in. Condition: good original estate condition, no repairs noted, outer linen mat on frame has staining, not affecting the painting. Provenance: New York City, NY Estate.
Kensington Estate Auctions