Arthur Sarnoff Sold at Auction Prices

Illustrator, b. 1912 - d. 2000

Arthur Sarnoff developed a career as an Illustrator and painter. Much of Arthur Sarnoff's art reflected American culture and everyday living. He studied at the Grand Central Art School of New York City. After he graduated, Arthur Sarnoff's art was used by well-known advertisers, including Listerine, Coors, and Lucky Strike.

In the 1930s, prints of Arthur Sarnoff's paintings were published as illustrations in popular national magazines such as Cosmopolitan, McCall's, and Redbook, and his pin-up images of women sold well during that era. His use of bold color and confident brushwork are very obvious in some of his Norman-Rockwell-type paintings of families and children. View a diverse selection of oil paintings for sale online and at auction to fit a thematic-inspired room.

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Nov. 15, 2023
Arthur Sarnoff, tempera on paper
Est: $700 - $1,000
Arthur Saron Sarnoff (American, 1912-2000), Party Lines, signed lower right, matted and framed under glass, 23.5"h x 19.25"w (sight), 30.5"h x 26.75"w (frame)
Millea Bros Ltd
Nov. 15, 2023
Arthur Saron Sarnoff, oil on canvas, 1993
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Arthur Saron Sarnoff (American, 1912-2000), Classic pin-up illustration, signed and dated lower right, 29.5"h x 23.5"w (sight), 35"h x 29"w (frame)
Millea Bros Ltd
Nov. 09, 2023
ARTHUR SARNOFF Risque Pinup Girl Art Playing Cards Deck
Est: $6 - $1,000
This is a Rare Full Deck of Playing Cards that has never been played with / It depicts the art of world renowned pin-up girl Artist ARTHUR SARNOFF / Multiple Photos Posted
South Florida Auction & Estate Sale Services
Nov. 05, 2023
Arthur Sarnoff "Red Cloud" Acrylic on Wood Panel
Est: $300 - $500
Arthur Saron Sarnoff (American, 1912-2000) "Red Cloud" acrylic painting on wood panel depicting the portrait of the Lakota leader Mahpiya Luta (Native American, 1822-1909), titled and signed to lower left and verso, housed in a wood frame. Image: 23.5" H x 19.5" W; frame: 29" H x 25.25" W. Note: Arthur Sarnoff was a student of Andrew Wyeth (American, 1917-2009) and John Clymer (1907-1989) and graduated from the Grand Central School of Art in New York City. His illustrations appeared in many advertisements over the course the twentieth century. Provenance: From a 50 Madison Avenue estate.
Auctions at Showplace
Nov. 05, 2023
Arthur Sarnoff "Apache" Oil on Board
Est: $300 - $500
Arthur Saron Sarnoff (American, 1912-2000) "Apache" oil painting on wood panel depicting the portrait of a Native American, titled and signed to lower left and verso, housed in a wood frame. Image: 23.5" H x 19.5" W; frame: 30.25" H x 26.25" W. Note: Arthur Sarnoff was a student of Andrew Wyeth (American, 1917-2009) and John Clymer (1907-1989) and graduated from the Grand Central School of Art in New York City. His illustrations appeared in many advertisements over the course the twentieth century. Provenance: From a 50 Madison Avenue estate.
Auctions at Showplace
Nov. 05, 2023
Arthur Sarnoff "Sunday Morning" Oil on Canvas
Est: $300 - $500
Arthur Saron Sarnoff (American, 1912-2000) "Sunday Morning" oil painting on canvas depicting a dockside landscape scene with a figure beside his boat, signed lower right, titled to gallery label on reverse, housed in a carved gilt wood frame. Image: 23.5" H x 29.5" W; frame: 32.75" H x 38.75" W. Note: Arthur Sarnoff was a student of Andrew Wyeth (American, 1917-2009) and John Clymer (1907-1989) and graduated from the Grand Central School of Art in New York City. His illustrations appeared in many advertisements over the course the twentieth century. Provenance: From a 50 Madison Avenue estate.
Auctions at Showplace
Nov. 05, 2023
Arthur Sarnoff "Portofino" Oil on Canvas
Est: $300 - $500
Arthur Saron Sarnoff (American, 1912-2000) "Portofino" oil painting on canvas depicting a landscape scene of the Italian Riviera village, signed upper right, titled and signed to reverse, housed in a gilt and silvered wood frame. Image: 19.5" H x 23.5" W; frame: 28.5" H x 33" W. Note: Arthur Sarnoff was a student of Andrew Wyeth (American, 1917-2009) and John Clymer (1907-1989) and graduated from the Grand Central School of Art in New York City. His illustrations appeared in many advertisements over the course the twentieth century. Provenance: From a 50 Madison Avenue estate.
Auctions at Showplace
Oct. 08, 2023
Arthur Sarnoff Sailing Boat Scene Oil on Canvas
Est: $400 - $600
Arthur Saron Sarnoff (American, 1912-2000) oil painting on canvas depicting a single-masted cutter boat scene, signed lower right, housed in a distressed black painted wood frame. Image: 19.75" H x 23.5" W; frame: 28" H x 32" W. Note: Arthur Sarnoff was a student of Andrew Wyeth (American, 1917-2009) and John Clymer (1907-1989) and graduated from the Grand Central School of Art in New York City. His illustrations appeared in many advertisements over the course the twentieth century.
Auctions at Showplace
Oct. 08, 2023
Arthur Sarnoff Winter Landscape with Gray Barn Oil
Est: $400 - $600
Arthur Saron Sarnoff (American, 1912-2000) oil painting on wood panel depicting an Americana landscape scene with a grey barn and silo covered in snow, likely Connecticut, signed lower right, housed in a gilt wood frame. Image: 17.25" H x 23.25" W; frame: 21" H x 27.5" W. Note: Arthur Sarnoff was a student of Andrew Wyeth (American, 1917-2009) and John Clymer (1907-1989) and graduated from the Grand Central School of Art in New York City. His illustrations appeared in many advertisements over the course the twentieth century.
Auctions at Showplace
Oct. 08, 2023
Arthur Sarnoff "Maroc Village" Oil on Canvas
Est: $400 - $600
Arthur Saron Sarnoff (American, 1912-2000) "Maroc Village" oil painting on canvas depicting a Moroccan landscape scene with a figure and camel, signed "Art Sarnoff" lower right, titled and signed to verso, housed in a gilt wood frame carved with a scrolling foliate design. Image: 23.5" H x 35.5" W; frame: 32.5" H x 44.5" W. Note: Arthur Sarnoff was a student of Andrew Wyeth (American, 1917-2009) and John Clymer (1907-1989) and graduated from the Grand Central School of Art in New York City. His illustrations appeared in many advertisements over the course the twentieth century.
Auctions at Showplace
Oct. 04, 2023
Arthur Sarnoff (American, 1912-2000) Oil on Board
Est: $800 - $1,000
Oil on board by Arthur Sarnoff depicting a boy sitting by a stream with a fall landscape. It measures approx 18" x 14" (24" x 20" framed). Signed on the front and on the reverse.Â Please see all photos for close ups. Have a similar item to sell? Contact us at [email protected] Please review all photos closely. The non-appearance of a condition report does not mean that the lot is in perfect condition, does not show wear due to age and use, or is free from damage. Market Auctions Inc. strongly suggests that you request a condition report before placing a bid. You may request one from us via this auction platform. Please note that any condition reports are given as strictly as a courtesy to interested parties and should not be considered a statement of fact. Market Auctions Inc. bears no responsibility for any error or omission. All sales are final and sold as is. Measurements are approximated. Please note shipping is not included. All collectibles, silver, antiques, and paintings please contact our third party shipper listed below: Juniors Auction Services 561-510-0345 / [email protected] UPS Store (561) 631-8997 / [email protected] DM Postal (561) 469-6137 / [email protected] For furniture and very large items, please contact an appropriate freight / transport company for shipment. SALES TAX NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that Market Auction, Inc., only collects and remits sales tax on items purchased by Florida residents. ALL OUT OF STATE purchasers are required to pay sales tax to their respective States. Purchasers holding valid resale certificates must provide proof of same prior to purchase. Market Auctions, Inc. takes no responsibility for purchaser failure to remit sales tax to the proper non-Florida taxing authority and for any fines or penalties that may result.
Market Auctions Inc.
Aug. 02, 2023
Arthur Sarnoff (American, 1912-2000) Oil on Board
Est: $800 - $1,000
Oil on board by Arthur Sarnoff depicting a boy sitting by a stream with a fall landscape. It measures approx 18" x 14" (24" x 20" framed). Signed on the front and on the reverse.Â Please see all photos for close ups. Have a similar item to sell? Contact us at [email protected] Please review all photos closely. The non-appearance of a condition report does not mean that the lot is in perfect condition, does not show wear due to age and use, or is free from damage. Market Auctions Inc. strongly suggests that you request a condition report before placing a bid. You may request one from us via this auction platform. Please note that any condition reports are given as strictly as a courtesy to interested parties and should not be considered a statement of fact. Market Auctions Inc. bears no responsibility for any error or omission. All sales are final and sold as is. Measurements are approximated. Please note shipping is not included. All collectibles, silver, antiques, and paintings please contact our third party shipper listed below: Juniors Auction Services 561-510-0345 / [email protected] UPS Store (561) 631-8997 / [email protected] DM Postal (561) 469-6137 / [email protected] For furniture and very large items, please contact an appropriate freight / transport company for shipment. SALES TAX NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that Market Auction, Inc., only collects and remits sales tax on items purchased by Florida residents. ALL OUT OF STATE purchasers are required to pay sales tax to their respective States. Purchasers holding valid resale certificates must provide proof of same prior to purchase. Market Auctions, Inc. takes no responsibility for purchaser failure to remit sales tax to the proper non-Florida taxing authority and for any fines or penalties that may result.
Market Auctions Inc.
Feb. 19, 2023
Arthur Sarnoff
Est: $500 - $2,000
Three 4-Hers and Steer 25" x 30", Oil on Board, Signed Lower Right
Jacksons Auction & Real Estate Company
Jan. 25, 2023
Arthur Saron Sarnoff (American, 1912-2000) Cover Illustration for The Hepburn sheet size 28 1/2 x 20 5/8 in. (72.5 x 52.2 cm) framed 32 5/8 x 25 1/2 in.
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Arthur Saron Sarnoff (American, 1912-2000) Cover Illustration for The Hepburn signed 'Arthur Sarnoff' (lower right), inscribed '#3' in pencil (lower right), inscribed 'Pocketbooks I' in red pencil (on the reverse), stamps from American Artist Co., New York, and Arthur Brown & Bro. (on the reverse) oil on illustration board sheet size 28 1/2 x 20 5/8 in. (72.5 x 52.2 cm) framed 32 5/8 x 25 1/2 in.
Bonhams
Jan. 15, 2023
Arthur Sarnoff "The Hustler" Framed Print
Est: $50 - $80
Arthur Sarnoff "The Hustler" Framed Print, measuring 62cm x 71cm.
Kerleys Auctions
Dec. 13, 2022
GREAT ARTHUR SARNOFF ORIGINAL ILLUSTRATION ART
Est: $200 - $400
ARTHUR SARNOFF (American 1912 -2000) Thar She Blows Oil on canvas Signed lower left, further signed and titled on verso 24 inches x 36 inches SHIPPING NOTICE: Jackson's is your sole and only source for one stop packing and shipping. With over 50 years of experience, our professional, affordable and efficient in-house shipping department will be happy to provide you a fair and reasonable shipping quote on this lot. Simply email us before the auction for a quick quote: [email protected] or call 1-800-665-6743. Jackson's can expertly pack and ship to meet any of your needs. To ensure quality control Jackson's DOES NOT release to third party shippers.
Jackson's International
Oct. 18, 2022
Arthur Sarnoff (American 1912/19-2000), Pitti Palace, Oil on Linen, Frame: 26 x 37 in. (66.04 x 93.98 cm.)
Est: $700 - $900
Arthur Sarnoff (American 1912/19-2000), Pitti Palace, Oil on Linen,
Weschler's
Jul. 27, 2022
Arthur Sarnoff, Oil on Board "Aggressive Agee"
Est: $800 - $1,200
Oil on canvas board by Arthur Sarnoff (1919-2000), titled "Aggressive Agee", featuring an image of the NY Mets outfielder Tommie Agee sliding at homeplate. Signed by the artist lower left. Sight seen approx. 15-1/2" x 11-1/2", overall frame size approx. 23" x 19-1/2". Frame may show some wear/damage.
Weiss Auctions
Jun. 07, 2022
ARTHUR SARNOFF (AMERICAN 1912-2000) BOAT TO SHORE
Est: $100 - $1,000
Signed lower right, American artist. Measures - 37" x 27" Sarnoff exhibited at Boca museum of art, where this lot was purchased in the 1990's
Elite Auctioneers, LLC
Apr. 16, 2022
Arthur Sarnoff “The Scratching Beagle “ lithograph
Est: -
Arthur Sarnoff “The Scratching Beagle “ lithograph 20X16”
TEG Auction Gallery
Feb. 19, 2022
EARLY DONNER ARTHUR SARNOFF POLAR BEAR PAINTING
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
SARNOFF, Arthur, (American, 1912-2000): Polar Bear with Her Cub, Oil/Board, 24'' x 30'', signed lower right, framed, 27.5'' x 33.25''.
Burchard Galleries Inc
Feb. 02, 2022
Arthur Saron Sarnoff (1912/1919 - 2000) American
Est: - $700
Arthur Saron Sarnoff (1912/1919 - 2000) ,Watercolor / Paper Signed ,meassures 11x15 inches
Cutler Bay Auctions
Dec. 15, 2021
Arthur Sarnoff 1912-2000 Magazine Illustration Art
Est: $500 - $1,500
Arthur Sarnoff (American, 1912-2000). Original hand colored Golden Age of American Illustration magazine print art. Mixed media stylized Realism drawing featuring male and female figures, with architectural elements, a spray of stars, and other forms. Artist signature to lower right ARTHUR SARNOFF. Presented in a linen matte and decorative frame. Work Size: 18.5 x 16 in. SHIPPING Hill Auction Gallery will not ship. Gallery will refer a local shipper for international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request. Got something to sell? Contact us at HillAuctionGallery.com.
Hill Auction Gallery
Dec. 15, 2021
Arthur Sarnoff 1912-2000 Magazine Illustration Art
Est: $500 - $1,500
Arthur Sarnoff (American, 1912-2000). Original hand colored Golden Age of American Illustration magazine print art. Mixed media Realism drawing featuring male and female figures, with flora, architectural elements, and other forms. Artist signature to lower left ARTHUR SARNOFF. Presented in a linen matte and decorative frame. Work Size: 25.75 x 20.75 in. SHIPPING Hill Auction Gallery will not ship. Gallery will refer a local shipper for international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request. Got something to sell? Contact us at HillAuctionGallery.com.
Hill Auction Gallery