Ford Ruthling Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Ford Ruthling Art Value Price Guide

Sep. 15, 2026
Ford Ruthling, Anatomy of the Body
Est: $600 - $900
Ford Ruthling 1933 - 2015 Anatomy of the Body hand-embellished lithographs inscribed, signed and dated lower margins on three of the 4 prints: colored by Ford Ruthling Nov. '83
Santa Fe Art Auction
Jul. 21, 2026
Ford Ruthling, Garden of Eden (No. 6), 1985 - 1987
Est: $800 - $1,200
Ford Ruthling New Mexico, 1933 - 2015 Garden of Eden (No. 6), 1985 - 1987 punched tin inscribed: Ford Ruthling 1985 inscribed verso: #6 / "Garden of Eden" #6 / Ford Ruthling. '87
Santa Fe Art Auction
Jul. 05, 2026
Ford Ruthling Painted Tole Tray & Umbrella Stand.
Est: $400 - $600
This matching set depicts a tiger walking under a starry umbrella, surrounded by bumblebees. The set looks to be in very good cosmetic condition, and both pieces are signed. The tray has hooks on the back, and can hang on a wall. It measures 20 1/2" x 26 3/8" x 1 3/8". The umbrella stand measures 11 7/8" x 9 1/2" x 18 1/4". In-house shipping is available. Please see our website regarding in-house shipping procedures.
Direct Auction Galleries, Inc.
May. 06, 2026
Ford Ruthling, Snowscape from Kitchen Door, 1968
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Ford Ruthling 1933 - 2015 Snowscape from Kitchen Door, 1968 oil on linen signed and dated lower right: Ford Ruthling / 1968 inscribed verso: #FR-68-710 Snowscape from Kitchen door / 24X30- 5 Jan 68
Santa Fe Art Auction
May. 05, 2026
Ford Ruthling, Love All Out-of-Doors #2-D
Est: $1,200 - $1,800
Ford Ruthling 1933 - 2015 Love All Out-of-Doors #2-D punched tin inscribed: FORD RUTHLING / Ford Ruthling #2-D. / Love All Out-of-Doors
Santa Fe Art Auction
Apr. 19, 2026
Ford Ruthling (1933-2015) American, Limited Edition Etching Print "Betsy's Harvest"
Est: $100 - $150
Ford Ruthling (1933-2015) American, Limited Edition Etching Print "Betsy's Harvest". Limited-edition etching titled "Betsy's Harvest" by artist Ford Ruthling, featuring a whimsical depiction of a pig carrying a woven basket overflowing with apples on its back. Signed lower right. Titled lower middle. Numbered 10/75. Framed. Overall Size: 21 1/2 x 17 1/2 in. Sight Size: 11 1/2 x 9 in. Ford Ruthling (1933–2015) was an American painter, printmaker, and multimedia artist closely associated with the artistic culture of Santa Fe and the American Southwest. Known for his imaginative and highly decorative style, Ruthling worked in a wide range of media—including oil, watercolor, tin, wood, clay, and paper—often drawing inspiration from regional traditions, nature, and the visual heritage of Native American and Spanish colonial art. His paintings of Pueblo pottery became widely recognized and were featured on a series of U.S. postage stamps in 1977. Ruthling also developed distinctive embossed monotypes made from stamped and painted tin, blending folk art influences with contemporary imagery. Over his long career, his work was exhibited nationally and collected by institutions such as the Smithsonian Institution, and he was honored as a “Santa Fe Living Treasure” for his lasting contributions to the region’s artistic community.
Sarasota Estate Auction
Feb. 21, 2026
Five Framed 20th Century Etchings to include Ford Ruthling (1933 - 2015) "Betsy's Harvest", 1973 etching, edition 50/75, signed and dated lower right Ford Ruthling '73 Asa Cheffetz (American 1897-1965) ''Farm Building...
Est: $200 - $400
Five Framed 20th Century Etchings to include Ford Ruthling (1933 - 2015) "Betsy's Harvest", 1973 etching, edition 50/75, signed and dated lower right Ford Ruthling '73 Asa Cheffetz (American 1897-1965) 'Farm Buildings' wood engraving, circa 1945, signed in pencil lower right 4 5/8 x 8 15/16 Edward Hill (1843-1923) "Window" Lithograph, artist proof edition Chester Leich (American 1889 - 1978) "Venice", etching, edition 2/40, signed lower right etc... 20" x 24" largest frame Provenance: Property from a Upper East Side, New York City Apartment
Nadeau's Auction Gallery
Nov. 05, 2025
Ford Ruthling, American-New Mexico (1933-2015)
Est: $100 - $300
Ford Ruthling, American-New Mexico (1933-2015) Oil on Canvas of Spin Tops and Bowl. Signed bottom right hand corner. Image area measures: 8-1/2" high, 11-1/2" wide, frame measures: 11-1/2" high, 14-1/2" wide. Kodner Galleries offers phone and absentee bidding at a low, flat 21% buyer’s premium without surcharge or hidden fees. For information, please contact the gallery at info@kodner.com or 954.925.2550 Condition: Good condition. Estimate: $100.00 - $300.00 In-House Shipping: Third party
Kodner Galleries
Sep. 20, 2025
Ford Ruthling, American, New Mexico, 1933-2015
Est: $400 - $600
Ford Ruthling, American, New Mexico, 1933-2015, Nudes With Inscription To Friends Dianne And Barry Cash, Two Graphite And Chalk Drawing With Ink On Paper, Each Signed Lower Right In Letter Format, 12.5 X 19 And 17 X 13.5 Inches, Small Edge Tears And Smudges, Creases To Latter. Please Scroll Through All Photos For Additional Condition Information.
J. Garrett Auctioneers
Aug. 16, 2025
Poster, Ford Ruthling
Est: $75 - $150
Ford Ruthling (American, 1943-2015), Santa Fe Festival of the Arts Poster, 1978, poster print, pen signed and dedicated lower right, overall (with frame): 22"h x 24"w
Clars Auctions
Aug. 16, 2025
Prints, Ford Ruthling
Est: $100 - $200
(lot of 4) Ford Ruthling (American, 1933-2015), Various, two etchings and two offset prints, each pencil or pen signed, overall (with frame, for larger two): 12.25"h x 11.25"w
Clars Auctions
Aug. 16, 2025
Print, Ford Ruthling
Est: $75 - $150
Ford Ruthling (American, 1943-2015), Untitled (Nest in Corn), 1974, etching, pencil signed and dated lower right, edition 91/100, overall (with frame): 25"h x 19"w
Clars Auctions
Jul. 19, 2025
Print, Ford Ruthling
Est: $150 - $250
Ford Ruthling (American, 1943-2015), Untitled (Nest in Corn), 1974, etching, pencil signed and dated lower right, edition 91/100, overall (with frame): 25"h x 19"w
Clars Auctions
Jul. 19, 2025
Poster, Ford Ruthling
Est: $100 - $200
Ford Ruthling (American, 1943-2015), Santa Fe Festival of the Arts Poster, 1978, poster print, pen signed and dedicated lower right, overall (with frame): 22"h x 24"w
Clars Auctions
Apr. 12, 2025
FORD RUTHLING, SIEMPRE MUSICA, POSTER
Est: $42 - $45
Artist: Ford Ruthling (1933 - 2015) Title: Siempre Musica Year: 2004 Medium: Poster Size: 30 x 20 in. (76.2 x 50.8 cm)
RoGallery
Apr. 08, 2025
Ford Ruthling Painted Tole Tray
Est: $100 - $1,000
DESCRIPTION: The tray depicts a tiger walking under a black umbrella adorned with golden stars, surrounded by small bees scattered across the background. It has a dark red border with cutout handles on each side. The piece is signed by Ford Ruthling on the lower right corner. CIRCA: Late 20th or 21st Cent. ORIGIN: New Mexico DIMENSIONS: H: 20" W: 27" CONDITION: Good condition. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email.
Akiba Galleries
Dec. 07, 2024
Ford Ruthling Lino Print "Cats Love Birds" #22, circa 1982
Est: $300 - $500
Ford Ruthling (1933-2015) Lino Print "Cats Love Birds", #22, circa 1982 Framed 30 in. x 41 in. Provenance: The Estate of Roger Horchow, Nantucket Island, Massachusetts
Rafael Osona Auctions
Dec. 07, 2024
Ford Ruthling Limited Edition Lino Print "Good Evening Cita", #11, 1982
Est: $200 - $300
Ford Ruthling (1933-2015) Lino Print "Good Evening Cita", #11 1982, titled lower left, signed lower right Framed 41 in. x 31 in. Provenance: The Estate of Roger Horchow, Nantucket Island, Massachusetts
Rafael Osona Auctions
Dec. 04, 2024
FORD RUTHLING, (1933-2015), The Northup's Field, 1966, oil on canvas (AF), 35.5 x 48.5 cm. (13.9 x 19.0 in.), Frame: 38 x 50 x 4 cm. (14.9 x 19.6 x 1.5 in.)
Est: $600 - $800
FORD RUTHLING (1933-2015) The Northup's Field, 1966 oil on canvas (AF) signed and dated lower right, titled verso
Lawsons
Nov. 20, 2024
FORD RUTHLING, (1933-2015), The Northup's Field, 1966, oil on canvas (AF), 35.5 x 48.5 cm. (13.9 x 19.0 in.), Frame: 38 x 50 x 4 cm. (14.9 x 19.6 x 1.5 in.)
Est: $800 - $1,200
FORD RUTHLING (1933-2015) The Northup's Field, 1966 oil on canvas (AF) signed and dated lower right, titled verso
Lawsons
Nov. 13, 2024
FORD RUTHLING (New Mexico, 1933-2015), "Horse Riding a Crescent Moon"., Acrylic on paper, 29" x 41.5". Framed 38" x 50".
Est: $300 - $500
FORD RUTHLING New Mexico, 1933-2015 "Horse Riding a Crescent Moon". Signed and dated lower right "Ford Ruthling 1982".
Eldred's
Nov. 09, 2024
Ford Ruthling, Zia Pot with Three Ears of Corn, 1984
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Ford Ruthling (1933 - 2015) Zia Pot with Three Ears of Corn, 1984 oil on linen signed and dated lower right: Ford Ruthling / '84 accompanied by copy of handwritten letter from artist
Santa Fe Art Auction
Nov. 08, 2024
Ford Ruthling, The Fifth Day of Creation, 1984
Est: $600 - $900
Ford Ruthling (1933 - 2015) The Fifth Day of Creation #18, 1984 monotype from hand embossed painted tin titled and editioned lower left: "The Fifth Day of Creation" #18 signed and dated lower right: Ford Ruthling '84
Santa Fe Art Auction
Oct. 10, 2024
Ford Ruthling, The Rabbit
Est: $600 - $900
(New Mexico, 1935-2015) 1988, rose decorated rabbit atop a garden hat inscribed "The Rabbit has a charming face. Her private life is a disgrace, Beneath a stolen garden hat she hides the lies we marvel at!", inscribed lower left "#2-A", signed lower right "Ford Ruthling/'88", gouache on cream wove paper, 41-1/2 x 29-3/8 in.; pickled wood frame, 47-1/2 x 34-3/4 x 1 in. Provenance: Joan Drackert, Reno, Nevada; By descent in family
Brunk Auctions
Aug. 27, 2024
Ford Ruthling, Life Study & Thank You Note
Est: $100 - $200
Ford Ruthling (American, 1933-2015), 1976, ink on paper depicting a study of a man leaning on his arm with a personal noted , signed and dated l.r., 15 3/4" x 13" sight size, 23" x 20 1/2" framed.
Old Kinderhook Auction Company
Aug. 27, 2024
Ford Ruthling, Life Study & Harried Note
Est: $100 - $200
Ford Ruthling (American, 1933-2015), 1976, ink on paper depicting a life study of a male nude and harried note to correspondent, signed and dated l.r., 15 1/4" x 13" sight size, 22 1/2" x 20 1/2" framed.
Old Kinderhook Auction Company
Aug. 27, 2024
Ford Ruthling, Life Study & Friendly Proposition
Est: $100 - $200
Ford Ruthling (American, 1933-2015), 1977, ink on paper depicting a male nude study and a friendly correspondence, signed and dated l.l., 13 1/4" x 16 1/4" sight size, 20 1/2" x 23 3/4" framed.
Old Kinderhook Auction Company
Aug. 27, 2024
Ford Ruthling, Life Study & Dinner Invitation
Est: $100 - $200
Ford Ruthling (American, 1933-2015), ink and paper depicting sections of life studies of a male nude in an addition to a dinner invitation, signed l.r., 14 1/2" x 21 1/4" sight size, 22" x 29" framed.
Old Kinderhook Auction Company
Aug. 27, 2024
Ford Ruthling, Life Study & Correspondence
Est: $100 - $200
Ford Ruthling (American, 1933-2015), 1968, ink on paper depicting a life study of a male nude and continued correspondence and extensively detailed airplane travel plans, signed and dated l.r., 16" x 12 1/2" sight size, 23 1/4" x 20" framed.
Old Kinderhook Auction Company
May. 24, 2024
FORD RUTHLING (New Mexico, 1933-2015), "Horse Riding a Crescent Moon"., Acrylic on paper, 29" x 41.5". Framed 38" x 50".
Est: $600 - $900
FORD RUTHLING New Mexico, 1933-2015 "Horse Riding a Crescent Moon". Signed and dated lower right "Ford Ruthling 1982".
Eldred's
May. 09, 2024
Ford Ruthling, Field of Grain at Night with Moth, 1966
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Ford Ruthling (1933 - 2015) Field of Grain at Night with Moth, 1966 oil on canvas signed and dated lower right: Ford Ruthling / '66 inscribed verso: "Field of grain at night with Moth" / Ph. record - 2 Dec 65
Santa Fe Art Auction
Dec. 02, 2023
Ford Ruthling Glazed Redware Pottery Bowl 1995
Est: $200 - $400
Ruthling, Ford (American/New Mexico, 1933 - 2015), La Notte Leoni - La Matina Pecore, 1995, lead glazed redware pottery bowl, signed at front and back, #1- '95 at underside. With wall mount hanger. 5 x 24 inches.
Concept Art Gallery
Aug. 15, 2023
Ford Ruthling, Commemorative Stamps Pueblo Art, 1977
Est: $100 - $200
Ford Ruthling (1933 - 2015) Commemorative Stamps Pueblo Art, 1977 40 stamps
Santa Fe Art Auction
Aug. 09, 2023
Ford Ruthling (1933 – 2015), oil on canvas.
Est: $800 - $1,200
Depicts a Mason bluewing teal and Harry Shourds brant. Signed lower right and dated 1968. Image measures 23.75” x 19.25”.
Guyette & Deeter
Aug. 09, 2023
Ford Ruthling (1933 - 2015), oil on canvas.
Est: $800 - $1,200
Depicts a snowy owl. Signed lower right and dated 1973. Image measures 19.75" x 23.5".
Guyette & Deeter
Jul. 21, 2023
Ford Ruthling, So Many Men; So Many Opinions #19, 1984
Est: $600 - $900
Ford Ruthling (1933 - 2015) So Many Men; So Many Opinions #19, 1984 monotype from hand embossed painted tin titled lower left: "So Many men; so many Opinions" #19. signed and dated lower right: Ford Ruthling '84
Santa Fe Art Auction
Jul. 21, 2023
Ford Ruthling, Cows have an Inner Light #10-K., 1984
Est: $600 - $900
Ford Ruthling (1933 - 2015) Cows have an Inner Light #10-K., 1984 monotype from hand embossed painted tin titled lower left: "Cows have an Inner Light" #10-K. inscribed lower center: Remembering my Grandmother - Frieda Mamen signed and dated lower right: Ford Ruthling '84
Santa Fe Art Auction
Jul. 21, 2023
Ford Ruthling, Fish, Melon & Moon (a Special image #6), 1983
Est: $600 - $900
Ford Ruthling (1933 - 2015) Fish, Melon & Moon (a Special image #6), 1983 monotype from hand embossed painted tin titled lower left: "Fish, Melon & Moon" / (a Special image #6.) inscribed lower center: given with the hope that you, Suzanne, will bring David to visit in Santa Fé soon - Fondly, Ford. / Aug '84. signed and dated lower right: Ford Ruthling '83
Santa Fe Art Auction
Jul. 21, 2023
Ford Ruthling, Good Evening, Cita (or Rooster on a Melon) #30, 1983
Est: $600 - $900
Ford Ruthling (1933 - 2015) Good Evening, Cita (or Rooster on a Melon) #30, 1983 monotype from hand embossed painted tin titled lower left: "Good Evening, Cita" (or "Rooster on a melon") #30. signed and dated lower right: Ford Ruthling '83
Santa Fe Art Auction
Jul. 21, 2023
Ford Ruthling, Horse Riding A Crescent Moon #9-D, 1984
Est: $600 - $900
Ford Ruthling (1933 - 2015) Horse Riding A Crescent Moon #9-D, 1984 monotype from hand embossed painted tin titled lower left: "Horse Riding a Crescent Moon" #9-D. signed and dated lower right: Ford Ruthling '84.
Santa Fe Art Auction
Jul. 21, 2023
Ford Ruthling, Spectators at an Event; They make the Event #9, 1984
Est: $600 - $900
Ford Ruthling (1933 - 2015) Spectators at an Event; They make the Event #9, 1984 monotype from hand embossed painted tin titled lower left: "Spectators at an Event; They make the Event" #9 signed and dated lower right: Ford Ruthling / '84
Santa Fe Art Auction
May. 18, 2023
Ford Ruthling, Adastra, 1959
Est: $800 - $1,200
Ford Ruthling (1933 - 2015) Adastra, 1959 watercolor on paper inscribed, singed and dated lower right: To The [illegible name] / Ford Ruthling / July 59
Santa Fe Art Auction
Feb. 24, 2023
Ford Ruthling Etching - Nautilus Shell (1969)
Est: $400 - $600
**Originally Listed At $250** Ford Ruthling (American, 1933-2015). Nautilus Shell. Etching, 1969. Edition 24 of 60. Artist's signature in lower left of image, signature and date in lower right corner beneath image, and edition in lower left corner beneath image. A mesmerizing etching by American artist Ford Ruthling portraying a sizable nautilus shell seemingly on a forest floor surrounded by grasses, ferns, mushrooms, twigs, and branches. The spiraling body of the shell is accentuated by fine striations that emanate from its center, representing the septa that separate the shell's chambers and highlighting its curvaceous body, while the gatherings of fungi and plants add an air of magic and playfulness. Black wash adorns the outline of the shell, creating marvelous chiaroscuro. Size of plate (image): 9.75" W x 10" H (24.8 cm x 25.4 cm) Size: 17.9" W x 18.3" H (45.5 cm x 46.5 cm) Provenance: ex-private Bishop Family Trust collection, the Trust of the late Bill Bishop, a noted antiquarian with shops in Scottsdale, Arizona and Allenspark, Colorado, USA, acquired before 2010 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #174199
Artemis Gallery
Nov. 05, 2022
Ford Ruthling, Siempre Musica, Poster
Est: $90 - $150
Artist: Ford Ruthling (1933 - 2015) Title: Siempre Musica Year: 2004 Medium: Poster Image Size: Size: 30 x 20 in. (76.2 x 50.8 cm)
RoGallery
Nov. 04, 2022
Ford Ruthling, Cows Have An Inner Light, 1989
Est: $600 - $900
Ford Ruthling (1933 - 2015) Cows Have an Inner Light, 1989 monotype from hand embossed painted tin titled and inscribed lower center: "Cows have an Inner Light" #7.F. Remembering my Grandmother - Frida Maurer. signed and dated lower right: Ford Ruthling '89
Santa Fe Art Auction
Nov. 03, 2022
Signed Ford Ruthling Etching - Nautilus Shell (1969)
Est: $500 - $800
**Originally Listed At $250** Ford Ruthling (American, 1933-2015). Nautilus Shell. Etching, 1969. Edition 24 of 60. Artist's signature in lower left of image, signature and date in lower right corner beneath image, and edition in lower left corner beneath image. A mesmerizing etching by American artist Ford Ruthling portraying a sizable nautilus shell seemingly on a forest floor surrounded by grasses, ferns, mushrooms, twigs, and branches. The spiraling body of the shell is accentuated by fine striations that emanate from its center, representing the septa that separate the shell's chambers and highlighting its curvaceous body, while the gatherings of fungi and plants add an air of magic and playfulness. Black wash adorns the outline of the shell, creating marvelous chiaroscuro. Size of plate (image): 9.75" W x 10" H (24.8 cm x 25.4 cm) Size: 17.9" W x 18.3" H (45.5 cm x 46.5 cm) Provenance: ex-private Bishop Family Trust collection, the Trust of the late Bill Bishop, a noted antiquarian with shops in Scottsdale, Arizona and Allenspark, Colorado, USA, acquired before 2010 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #174199
Artemis Gallery
Sep. 08, 2022
Signed Ford Ruthling Etching - Nautilus Shell (1969)
Est: $500 - $800
Ford Ruthling (American, 1933-2015). Nautilus Shell. Etching, 1969. Edition 24 of 60. Artist's signature in lower left of image, signature and date in lower right corner beneath image, and edition in lower left corner beneath image. A mesmerizing etching by American artist Ford Ruthling portraying a sizable nautilus shell seemingly on a forest floor surrounded by grasses, ferns, mushrooms, twigs, and branches. The spiraling body of the shell is accentuated by fine striations that emanate from its center, representing the septa that separate the shell's chambers and highlighting its curvaceous body, while the gatherings of fungi and plants add an air of magic and playfulness. Black wash adorns the outline of the shell, creating marvelous chiaroscuro. Size of plate (image): 9.75" W x 10" H (24.8 cm x 25.4 cm) Size: 17.9" W x 18.3" H (45.5 cm x 46.5 cm) Provenance: ex-private Bishop Family Trust collection, the Trust of the late Bill Bishop, a noted antiquarian with shops in Scottsdale, Arizona and Allenspark, Colorado, USA, acquired before 2010 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #174199
Artemis Gallery
Aug. 10, 2022
Ford Ruthling, Siempre Musica, Poster
Est: $90 - $150
Artist: Ford Ruthling (1933 - 2015) Title: Siempre Musica Year: 2004 Medium: Poster Image Size: Size: 30 x 20 in. (76.2 x 50.8 cm)
RoGallery