Louis Schanker Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Louis Schanker Art Value Price Guide

Aug. 12, 2026
Louis Schanker Signed Lithograph Untitled Still Life 1937
Est: $200 - $300
Schanker, Louis (American, 1903-1981), Untitled Still Life, 1937, lithograph, signed and dated in pencil lower right, 9 x 7 inches, matted and framed 18 x 15 inches. A single plate from the American Abstract Artists portfolio published to commemorate their inaugural exhibition at the Squibb Galleries, New York. Provenance: The personal collection of Gary S. Grimes, Pittsburgh. Gary was an expert on Western Pennsylvania art, and especially the Scalp Level painters.
Concept Art Gallery
May. 14, 2026
Louis Schanker, Squares and Rectangular Shapes., Oil on canvas, 1947
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Louis Schanker (1903-1981) Squares and Rectangular Shapes. Oil on canvas, 1947. Signed in oil , verso.
Swann Auction Galleries
May. 03, 2026
LOUIS SCHANKER, (American, 1903-1981), Two Works, woodcut in colors on paper
Est: $200 - $400
LOUIS SCHANKER (American, 1903-1981) Two Works woodcut in colors on paper Duet titled, signed, numbered Duet Shanker 3/15 lower margin sight: 6 3/4 x 5 1/4 in., frame: 13 3/8 x 11 5/8 in. Xmas Carol numbered 16/30 lower left and signed Shanker lower right sight: 6 5/8 x 5 in., frame: 13 3/8 x 11 5/8 in.
Grogan & Company
Apr. 26, 2026
(2pc) LOUIS SCHANKER (American, 1903-1981)
Est: $400 - $600
Two prints: 'Tony's' and 'Couple' Including 'Tony's', etching, 5-3/4 x 4-1/2 in. (plate), ed. 1/10, signed, titled, and numbered lower margin; and 'Couple', woodcut, 10-1/8 x 4-3/4 in. (plate), signed and titled lower margin; both matted and mounted overall: 20 x 16 in. (largest mat)
Butterscotch Auction Gallery LLC
Apr. 12, 2026
Louis Schanker (NY,CT,1903-1981) mixed media painting
Est: $1,000 - $1,250
ARTIST: Louis Schanker (New York, Connecticut, 1903 - 1981) TITLE: Abstract Composition YEAR: 1972 MEDIUM: mixed media on heavy paper CONDITION: Some foxing (just few spots). Framed under glass. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 20 x 30 inches / 50 x 76 cm FRAME SIZE: 20 x 30 inches / 50 x 76 cm SIGNATURE: lower right PROVENANCE: artist's estate (has stamp on verso) LOCATION: This lot is located at our Dania Beach, FL office. NAME VARIANTS: Louis Shanker CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 148434 US SHIPPING: $95 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Known as one of The Whitney Ten, Louis Schanker became one of the protesters against the Whitney Museum for the museum's unwillingness to exhibit abstract art. From 1940 to 1960, he taught at the New School of Social Research in New York and from 1964 at Bard College.As an artist, his emphasis was on experimentation and breaking away from Regionalism and Precisionism to focus on abstraction and emotional expression. However, he maintained that some element of realism lay at the core of his work. In the 1930s, he was a WPA artist and worked on murals in New York City.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Apr. 12, 2026
LOUIS SCHANKER (AMERICAN, 1903-1981).
Est: $600 - $900
Jai-Alai' (For Her/Him). 1939. Color woodcut. Signed and numbered '17/54' lower margins in pencil. Property of a Bronx, NY estate. Dimensions: Sight: 10.50" h x 14.50" w. Frame: 19.25" h x 23.50" w.
Clarke Auction Gallery
Apr. 05, 2026
Louis Schanker (NY,CT,1903-1981) mixed media painting
Est: $1,000 - $1,250
ARTIST: Louis Schanker (New York, Connecticut, 1903 - 1981) TITLE: Abstract Collage YEAR: 1972 MEDIUM: mixed media on heavy paper CONDITION: Some small damages to corners. Some small paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. Framed under glass. Some small scratches to the glass. Some damages to frame. ART SIZE: 20 x 30 inches / 50 x 76 cm FRAME SIZE: 20 x 30 inches / 50 x 76 cm SIGNATURE: lower left PROVENANCE: artist's estate (has stamp on verso) LOCATION: This lot is located at our Dania Beach, FL office. NAME VARIANTS: Louis Shanker CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 148435 US SHIPPING: $95 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Known as one of The Whitney Ten, Louis Schanker became one of the protesters against the Whitney Museum for the museum's unwillingness to exhibit abstract art. From 1940 to 1960, he taught at the New School of Social Research in New York and from 1964 at Bard College.As an artist, his emphasis was on experimentation and breaking away from Regionalism and Precisionism to focus on abstraction and emotional expression. However, he maintained that some element of realism lay at the core of his work. In the 1930s, he was a WPA artist and worked on murals in New York City.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Mar. 27, 2026
Louis Schanker (American 1903-1981), Green and Black, Woodcut in color, Sight size: 279 x 356 mm (11 x 14 in); Frame: 21 x 23-1/2 in (53.3 x 59.7 cm)
Est: $600 - $800
Louis Schanker (American, 1903-1981) Green and Black Woodcut in color Signed Schanker in graphite l.r, titled Green and Black in graphite l.c., numbered 10/55 in graphite l.r. and inscribed W.P.A. l.l. Property from a Prominent Potomac Collection Provenance: Bethesda Art Gallery, Bethesda, MD, November 3, 1979
Weschler's
Mar. 27, 2026
Louis Schanker (American 1903-1981), Musical Clowns #1, Woodcut in color, 1939, Sight size: 305 x 406 mm (12 x 16 in); Frame: 21-1/2 x 25 in (54.6 x 63.5 cm)
Est: $500 - $700
Louis Schanker (American, 1903-1981) Musical Clowns #1 Woodcut in color, 1939 Signed Schanker in graphite l.r, titled Musical Clowns #1 in graphite l.c. and numbered 20/21 2nd ed in graphite l.r. Property from a Prominent Potomac Collection Provenance: Bethesda Art Gallery, Bethesda, MD, April 15, 1982
Weschler's
Mar. 27, 2026
Louis Schanker (American 1903-1981), Cafe, Woodblock print in color, Sight size: 248 x 152 mm (9-3/4 x 6 in); Frame: 19 x 15 in (48.3 x 38.1 cm)
Est: $500 - $700
Louis Schanker (American, 1903-1981) Cafe Woodblock print in color Signed Schanker in graphite l.r., titled Cafe in graphite l.c. and numbered 6/35 in graphite l.l. Property from a Prominent Potomac Collection Provenance: Bethesda Art Gallery, Bethesda, MD, November 3, 1979
Weschler's
Mar. 17, 2026
Louis Schanker, Cafe #1; Two Figures (two works)
Est: $500 - $700
Louis Schanker Cafe #1; Two Figures (two works) 1938, 1939 linocut sight: 9.75 h x 6.375 w in (25 x 16 cm) sight: 10.875 h x 7.625 w in (28 x 19 cm) Signed to lower edge of each work 'Schanker'. Titled to lower edge of one work '2 Figures'. Provenance: Associated American Artists, New York | Private Collection This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Jan. 23, 2026
Louis Schanker, Untitled
Est: $400 - $600
Louis Schanker Untitled 1955 ink wash on paper 23.875 h x 35.75 w in (61 x 91 cm) Signed and dated to lower right 'Schanker 55'. Provenance: Private Collection, New Jersey This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Dec. 19, 2025
Print, Louis Schanker
Est: $600 - $900
Louis Schanker (American, 1903-1981), "Polo Player," lithograph, pencil signed lower right, image: 11.75"h x 13.75"w, overall (with frame): 22"h x 26"w
Clars Auctions
Dec. 16, 2025
Louis Schanker (New York 1903 - New York 1981) Still Life with Fruit and Cello
Est: €1,000 - €2,000
Signed "Schanker" top right. Label "Houston Texas" partially visible on the back. Oil on canvas, 65x77 cm - framed 81x93 cm.
Casa d'aste ARCADIA
Dec. 07, 2025
Louis Schanker (NY,CT,1903-1981) mixed media painting
Est: $1,050 - $1,350
ARTIST: Louis Schanker (New York, Connecticut, 1903 - 1981) TITLE: Abstract Composition YEAR: 1972 MEDIUM: mixed media on heavy paper CONDITION: Some foxing (just few spots). Framed under glass. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 20 x 30 inches / 50 x 76 cm FRAME SIZE: 20 x 30 inches / 50 x 76 cm SIGNATURE: lower right PROVENANCE: artist's estate (has stamp on verso) LOCATION: This lot is located at our Dania Beach, FL office. NAME VARIANTS: Louis Shanker CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 148434 US SHIPPING: $95 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Known as one of The Whitney Ten, Louis Schanker became one of the protesters against the Whitney Museum for the museum's unwillingness to exhibit abstract art. From 1940 to 1960, he taught at the New School of Social Research in New York and from 1964 at Bard College.As an artist, his emphasis was on experimentation and breaking away from Regionalism and Precisionism to focus on abstraction and emotional expression. However, he maintained that some element of realism lay at the core of his work. In the 1930s, he was a WPA artist and worked on murals in New York City.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Dec. 06, 2025
Louis SCHANKER: "Polo".
Est: $400 - $600
Louis SCHANKER (American, 1903-1981): "Polo". Woodcut on Japan paper, 1937. Edition of 30. Signed, titled, and numbered in pencil. Image size: 7 7/8 x 7 1/4 inches. Frame size: 18 x 16 1/2 inches.
Armstrong Fine Art
Nov. 23, 2025
Louis Schanker (NY,CT,1903-1981) mixed media painting
Est: $1,050 - $1,350
ARTIST: Louis Schanker (New York, Connecticut, 1903 - 1981) TITLE: Abstract Collage YEAR: 1972 MEDIUM: mixed media on heavy paper CONDITION: Some small damages to corners. Some small paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. Framed under glass. Some small scratches to the glass. Some damages to frame. ART SIZE: 20 x 30 inches / 50 x 76 cm FRAME SIZE: 20 x 30 inches / 50 x 76 cm SIGNATURE: lower left PROVENANCE: artist's estate (has stamp on verso) LOCATION: This lot is located at our Dania Beach, FL office. NAME VARIANTS: Louis Shanker CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 148435 US SHIPPING: $95 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Known as one of The Whitney Ten, Louis Schanker became one of the protesters against the Whitney Museum for the museum's unwillingness to exhibit abstract art. From 1940 to 1960, he taught at the New School of Social Research in New York and from 1964 at Bard College.As an artist, his emphasis was on experimentation and breaking away from Regionalism and Precisionism to focus on abstraction and emotional expression. However, he maintained that some element of realism lay at the core of his work. In the 1930s, he was a WPA artist and worked on murals in New York City.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Nov. 08, 2025
Louis Schanker (1903-1981)
Est: €200 - €400
Louis Schanker (1903-1981) Lithograph signed lower right and numbered 8/10 lower left. Period: 20th century. Sight size: H: 24 ; W: 34 cm
Lux Auction
Nov. 08, 2025
Louis Schanker (1903-1981)
Est: €200 - €400
Louis Schanker (1903-1981) Lithograph signed lower right. Period: 20th century. Sight size: H: 26.5 ; W: 36 cm
Lux Auction
Sep. 30, 2025
Louis Schanker (1903-1981)
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Louis Schanker (1903-1981) Oil on canvas "Still Life" Signed lower right. Measures 18-1/2 x 30-1/4" Frame measures 20-3/4 x 32-3/4" Condition: Good Condition Estimate 1000 - 2000 Domestic shipping Third Party
Orion Antiques
Sep. 25, 2025
Louis Schanker, Untitled, gouache on paper, 1936.
Est: $700 - $1,000
Louis Schanker (1903 - 1981) Untitled. 1936. Gouache on paper Signed and dated in pencil at upper right, recto. Inscribed, "Sketch for printing," in pencil at upper center margin, recto. Signed and dated in pencil at lower right, verso.
Swann Auction Galleries
Jun. 26, 2025
Louis Schanker, Untitled
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Louis Schanker Untitled 1946 oil on canvas 34 h x 27 w in (86 x 69 cm) Signed and dated to lower left 'Schanker 46'. This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Jun. 18, 2025
Louis Schanker Ceramic Pendant
Est: $150 - $250
Louis Schanker (1903-1981), glazed ceramic pendant in bright blue. H 2-3/4 in. W 2-1/2 in. Condition: No damage noted. Link to high-res images: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/1lnk41ofbepfcp3cmv9fb/AJMkQ5a2n-VeZwP6kbkCs9E?rlkey=vfo2mc2l73xqsupl48tw2bmm9&st=nv44i3rk&dl=0
New England Auctions
Jun. 15, 2025
Louis Schanker (NY,CT,1903-1981) mixed media painting
Est: $1,050 - $1,350
ARTIST: Louis Schanker (New York, Connecticut, 1903 - 1981) TITLE: Abstract Composition YEAR: 1972 MEDIUM: mixed media on heavy paper CONDITION: Some foxing (just few spots). Framed under glass. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 20 x 30 inches / 50 x 76 cm FRAME SIZE: 20 x 30 inches / 50 x 76 cm SIGNATURE: lower right PROVENANCE: artist's estate (has stamp on verso) LOCATION: This lot is located at our Dania Beach, FL office. NAME VARIANTS: Louis Shanker CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 148434 US SHIPPING: $95 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Known as one of The Whitney Ten, Louis Schanker became one of the protesters against the Whitney Museum for the museum's unwillingness to exhibit abstract art. From 1940 to 1960, he taught at the New School of Social Research in New York and from 1964 at Bard College.As an artist, his emphasis was on experimentation and breaking away from Regionalism and Precisionism to focus on abstraction and emotional expression. However, he maintained that some element of realism lay at the core of his work. In the 1930s, he was a WPA artist and worked on murals in New York City.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jun. 08, 2025
Louis Schanker (NY,CT,1903-1981) mixed media painting
Est: $1,050 - $1,350
ARTIST: Louis Schanker (New York, Connecticut, 1903 - 1981) TITLE: Abstract Collage YEAR: 1972 MEDIUM: mixed media on heavy paper CONDITION: Some small damages to corners. Some small paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. Framed under glass. Some small scratches to the glass. Some damages to frame. ART SIZE: 20 x 30 inches / 50 x 76 cm FRAME SIZE: 20 x 30 inches / 50 x 76 cm SIGNATURE: lower left PROVENANCE: artist's estate (has stamp on verso) LOCATION: This lot is located at our Dania Beach, FL office. NAME VARIANTS: Louis Shanker CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 148435 US SHIPPING: $95 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Known as one of The Whitney Ten, Louis Schanker became one of the protesters against the Whitney Museum for the museum's unwillingness to exhibit abstract art. From 1940 to 1960, he taught at the New School of Social Research in New York and from 1964 at Bard College.As an artist, his emphasis was on experimentation and breaking away from Regionalism and Precisionism to focus on abstraction and emotional expression. However, he maintained that some element of realism lay at the core of his work. In the 1930s, he was a WPA artist and worked on murals in New York City.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Apr. 06, 2025
Louis Schanker (NY,CT,1903-1981) mixed media painting
Est: $1,050 - $1,350
ARTIST: Louis Schanker (New York, Connecticut, 1903 - 1981) TITLE: Abstract Composition YEAR: 1972 MEDIUM: mixed media on heavy paper CONDITION: Some foxing (just few spots). Framed under glass. No visible inpaint under UV light. ART SIZE: 20 x 30 inches / 50 x 76 cm FRAME SIZE: 20 x 30 inches / 50 x 76 cm SIGNATURE: lower right PROVENANCE: artist's estate (has stamp on verso) LOCATION: This lot is located at our Dania Beach, FL office. NAME VARIANTS: Louis Shanker CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 148434 US SHIPPING: $115 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Known as one of The Whitney Ten, Louis Schanker became one of the protesters against the Whitney Museum for the museum's unwillingness to exhibit abstract art. From 1940 to 1960, he taught at the New School of Social Research in New York and from 1964 at Bard College.As an artist, his emphasis was on experimentation and breaking away from Regionalism and Precisionism to focus on abstraction and emotional expression. However, he maintained that some element of realism lay at the core of his work. In the 1930s, he was a WPA artist and worked on murals in New York City.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Mar. 29, 2025
LOUIS SCHANKER (1903-1981) OIL ON CANVAS ABSTRACTION
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Louis Schanker (1903-1981) Cornfields Circa 1940 The exuberant oil on canvas with unusual etched detail is signed lower right front and titled verso on the circa 1940 label from Willard Gallery in New York. The work is displayed in an outstanding pickled wood frame of the period, presumably the original. Louis Schanker embraced abstractionism early on. During the 1930s, he became a founding member of the American Abstract Artists group which played a crucial role in promoting abstract art in the United States. He later served as a graphic arts supervisor for the Works Progress Administration, where he oversaw the creation of public murals and prints. He himself completed murals for radio station WNYC and the 1939 New York World's Fair. Canvas measures 24 x 30.25 with a framed size of 32 x 38 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.
Dirk Soulis Auctions
Mar. 23, 2025
Louis Schanker (NY,CT,1903-1981) mixed media painting
Est: $1,050 - $1,350
ARTIST: Louis Schanker (New York, Connecticut, 1903 - 1981) TITLE: Abstract Collage YEAR: 1972 MEDIUM: mixed media on heavy paper CONDITION: Some small damages to corners. Some small paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. Framed under glass. Some small scratches to the glass. Some damages to frame. ART SIZE: 20 x 30 inches / 50 x 76 cm FRAME SIZE: 20 x 30 inches / 50 x 76 cm SIGNATURE: lower left PROVENANCE: artist's estate (has stamp on verso) LOCATION: This lot is located at our Dania Beach, FL office. NAME VARIANTS: Louis Shanker CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 148435 US SHIPPING: $95 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Known as one of The Whitney Ten, Louis Schanker became one of the protesters against the Whitney Museum for the museum's unwillingness to exhibit abstract art. From 1940 to 1960, he taught at the New School of Social Research in New York and from 1964 at Bard College.As an artist, his emphasis was on experimentation and breaking away from Regionalism and Precisionism to focus on abstraction and emotional expression. However, he maintained that some element of realism lay at the core of his work. In the 1930s, he was a WPA artist and worked on murals in New York City.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Feb. 13, 2025
Louis Schanker (1903-1981), HOCKEY PLAYERS, 1935-1943
Est: $200 - $300
Louis Schanker (1903-1981), American HOCKEY PLAYERS, 1935-1943 woodcut in colours on paper signed and titled to margin; published by Works Progress Administration (WPA) sheet 17.5 x 15 in — 44.5 x 38.1 cm Estimate: $200—300 CAD
Waddington's
Jan. 30, 2025
LOUIS SCHANKER (1903 - 1981) Jai-Alai.
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
LOUIS SCHANKER (1903 - 1981) Jai-Alai. Color woodcut on Japan paper, 1939. 255x355 mm; 10 1/8x14 inches, full margins. Signed and numbered 4/34 in pencil, lower margin. A very good impression of this scarce woodcut with strong, richly-inked colors. Brooklyn Museum 30. Schanker was known for his abstract compositions with bold colors and lines and founded the American Abstract Artists, participating in its first annual exhibition in 1937. While participating with the WPA, Schanker worked as an artist and supervisor in the mural division and the graphics division, eventually becoming the director of the graphic arts division. Between 1937-42 he worked on many woodcuts, many of which were published by the Federal Art Project.
Swann Auction Galleries
Jan. 30, 2025
LOUIS SCHANKER (1903 - 1981) Collage.
Est: $700 - $900
LOUIS SCHANKER (1903 - 1981) Collage. Acrylic and collage on board, 1972. 500x762 mm; 19¾x30 inches. Signed and dated lower left. Stamped with the artist's estate stamp, verso. Provenance Private collection, New York Schanker worked as an artist and supervisor for the New York Works Progress Administration. Most notably, he painted several public murals for the WPA's Federal Art Project, including those at the Neponsit Beach Children's Hospital, the Municipal Broadcasting Station (WNYC Studio) in New York, and for the Hall of Medicine and Public Health Building at the 1939 New York World's Fair.
Swann Auction Galleries
Jan. 23, 2025
AFTER LOUIS SCHANKER, American 1903-1981, Abstract, 1937, lithograph with hand coloring on paper, 12 x 9 1/4 in. (30.5 x 23.5 cm.) (paper)
Est: $400 - $600
AFTER LOUIS SCHANKER American, 1903-1981 Abstract, 1937 lithograph with hand coloring on paper signed in the plate lower right "Schanker", signed and dated in pencil lower right "Schanker '37"
Shannon's
Dec. 20, 2024
Louis Schanker, American (1903 - 1981)
Est: $200 - $400
Louis Schanker, American (1903 - 1981) Color Lithograph on Paper "A5" Signed and Numbered 19/20 Lower Right. Monogram lower left and Schanker label on obverse side. Sight measures 19" x 23". Frame measures 23-1/8" x 27-1/8". Provenance: estate of the late Dr. Donald Kullman. Condition: Foxing and toning to the surface otherwise good condition. Estimate 200 - 400 Domestic shipping Third party
Orion Antiques
Dec. 20, 2024
Louis Schanker, American (1903 - 1981)
Est: $500 - $1,000
Louis Schanker, American (1903 - 1981) Pastel on Paper "Geometric Composition" Signed and Dated 1946 Lower Right. Schanker label on obverse side. Sight measures 15-7/8" x 22-1/2". Frame measures 25-3/8" x 31-7/8". Provenance: estate of the late Dr. Donald Kullman. Condition: Toning to the paper otherwise good condition. Estimate 500 - 1000 Domestic shipping Third party
Orion Antiques
Dec. 20, 2024
Louis Schanker, American (1903 - 1981)
Est: $500 - $1,000
Louis Schanker, American (1903 - 1981) Pastel on Paper "Geometric Composition" Schanker Certified Stamp on Obverse Side. Sight measures 9-1/4" x 21". Frame measures 14-1/2" x 19-1/4". Provenance: estate of the late Dr. Donald Kullman. Condition: Good condition. Estimate 500 - 1000 Domestic shipping Third party
Orion Antiques
Dec. 20, 2024
Louis Schanker, American (1903 - 1981)
Est: $500 - $1,000
Louis Schanker, American (1903 - 1981) Watercolor and Ink on Paper "Figural Composition" Signed and Dated 1976 Lower Right. Schanker certified stamp on obverse side. Sight measures 14" x 21". Frame measures 19-1/4" x 26-1/4". Provenance: estate of the late Dr. Donald Kullman. Condition: Toning and light foxing to the paper otherwise good condition. Estimate 500 - 1000 Domestic shipping Third party
Orion Antiques
Dec. 20, 2024
Louis Schanker, American (1903 - 1981)
Est: $500 - $1,000
Louis Schanker, American (1903 - 1981) Pastel and Ink on Paper "Abstract Composition" Signed and Dated 1944 Lower Right. Schanker certified stamp on obverse side. Sight measures 14-1/8" x 20-3/4". Frame measures 14-3/4" x 21-1/4". Provenance: estate of the late Dr. Donald Kullman. Condition: Good condition. Estimate 500 - 1000 Domestic shipping Third party
Orion Antiques
Dec. 20, 2024
Louis Schanker, American (1903 - 1981)
Est: $500 - $1,000
Louis Schanker, American (1903 - 1981) Oil on Canvas "Abstract Composition" Signed and Dated 1945 Lower Right. Signed and Schanker certified stamp on obverse side. Sight measures 19-3/4" x 23-3/4". Frame measures 24" x 27-3/4". Provenance: estate of the late Dr. Donald Kullman. Condition: Good condition. Estimate 500 - 1000 Domestic shipping Third party
Orion Antiques
Dec. 20, 2024
Louis Schanker, American (1903 - 1981)
Est: $500 - $1,000
Louis Schanker, American (1903 - 1981) Watercolor and Ink "Composition" Signed Lower Right. Schanker certified stamp on obverse side. Sight measures 16" x 22-3/8". Frame measures 22-1/2" x 28-3/4". Provenance: estate of the late Dr. Donald Kullman. Condition: artwork may need cleaning otherwise good condition. Estimate 500 - 1000 Domestic shipping Third party
Orion Antiques
Dec. 20, 2024
Louis Schanker, American (1903 - 1981)
Est: $500 - $1,000
Louis Schanker, American (1903 - 1981) Watercolor and Ink "Cafe" Signed Lower En Verso. Schanker certified stamp on obverse side. Sight measures 15" x 18-7/8". Frame measures 20-1/8" x 24-1/8". Provenance: estate of the late Dr. Donald Kullman. Condition: Very light foxing, some toning otherwise good condition. Estimate 500 - 1000 Domestic shipping Third party
Orion Antiques
Dec. 20, 2024
Louis Schanker, American (1903 - 1981)
Est: $500 - $1,000
Louis Schanker, American (1903 - 1981) Collage and Acrylic "Untitled #18" Signed Lower Left. Schanker certified stamp and label en verso. Overall measures 20-1/4" x 30-1/4". Provenance: estate of the late Dr. Donald Kullman. Condition: Frame has some condition issues, painting is not effected by the condition of the frame. Estimate 500 - 1000 Domestic shipping Third party
Orion Antiques
Dec. 20, 2024
Louis Schanker, American (1903 - 1981)
Est: $500 - $1,000
Louis Schanker, American (1903 - 1981) Decoupage and Acrylic "Untitled #28" Signed Lower Right. Schanker certified stamp en verso. Measures 19-5/8" x 29-5/8". Frame measures 20-1/4" x 30-3/8". Provenance: estate of the late Dr. Donald Kullman. Condition: Good condition. Estimate 500 - 1000 Domestic shipping Third party
Orion Antiques
Dec. 07, 2024
LOUIS SCHANKER (1903-1981) 1946 OIL ON CANVAS
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Louis Schanker (New York, 1903-1981) Geometric Landscape 1946 The Post War abstract expressionist composition is signed and dated lower right in black pigment and titled verso on the stretcher in graphite. Most artists in America embraced abstraction after World War Two. Louis Schanker was on the early side abstraction in the US as a founding member of the American Abstract Artists group in 1936. He was involved with the WPA around that same time and later, as a teacher who emphasized abstraction and experimentation with his students, influencing a generation of painters. Canvas size 29 x 36, frame measures 34 x 41 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.
Dirk Soulis Auctions
Dec. 07, 2024
Louis Schanker (American, 1903-1981) watercolor
Est: $300 - $600
Untitled watercolor and gouache on paper, 1936, signed and dated Schanker '36 lower right, 14 x 8 5/8"
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
Jun. 01, 2024
Louis Schanker (American, 1903-1981) woodcut
Est: $500 - $800
Carnival woodblock in color, signed, titled and numbered 24/30 in pencil. 14 1/4 x 21"
Rachel Davis Fine Arts
May. 20, 2024
Louis Schanker, signed lithograph
Est: $100 - $200
Louis Schanker (American 1903-1981), signed lithograph, 10" x 13 3/4", frame- 16 3/4" x 20 3/4". Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.
Pook & Pook Inc.
Apr. 18, 2024
Louis Schanker, tempera
Est: $600 - $900
Louis Schanker (American 1903-1981), tempera titled Composition 1945, signed lower left, 13 5/8" x 20 7/8". Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.
Pook & Pook Inc.
Feb. 20, 2024
Louis Schanker (American 1903-1981) Lithograph, New York Still Life 1937
Est: $400 - $600
Louis Schanker (American 1903-1981) Lithograph- New York Still Life 1937. signed and dated in pencil. (MC983), sight size 10 x 8 inches, overall frame 18 1/4 x 16 inches. Provenance: Matthew S. Marks Co, Ltd., New York Acquired from the above by the present owner
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