John Charles Terelak Paintings & Artwork for Sale | John Charles Terelak Art Value Price Guide

May. 03, 2026
JOHN TERELAK, (American, b. 1942), Vermont Winter Scene, 1987, oil on canvas, 20 x 24 in., frame: 29 x 33 in.
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
JOHN TERELAK (American, b. 1942) Vermont Winter Scene 1987, oil on canvas signed and dated J. Terelak 87 lower left
Grogan & Company
Apr. 10, 2026
JOHN CHARLES TERELAK (New York/Massachusetts, 1942-), "Maple Sugaring"., Oil on canvas, 30" x 40". Framed 38" x 48".
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
JOHN CHARLES TERELAK New York/Massachusetts, 1942- "Maple Sugaring". Signed and dated lower right "J.C. Terelak 90". Titled verso.
Eldred's
Mar. 14, 2026
John Charles Terelak, American (b. 1942), Still Life with Lobster, 1989, oil on canvas
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
John Charles Terelak American, (b. 1942) Still Life with Lobster, 1989 oil on canvas signed lower left, framed.
Link Auction Galleries
Nov. 07, 2025
JOHN TERELAK LITHOGRAPH
Est: $100 - $250
Framed color print of a lighthouse scene, signed lower right. John Charles Terelak (Born 1942) works in Massachusetts and is known for marine and coastal landscape paintings. Dimensions: 24" x 31" Image size
New Hampshire Auctions and Appraisals LLC
Sep. 13, 2025
JOHN CHARLES TERELAK (AMERICAN, B. 1942) GOUACHE AND WATERCOLOR LANDSCAPE.
Est: $300 - $600
JOHN CHARLES TERELAK (AMERICAN, B. 1942) GOUACHE AND WATERCOLOR LANDSCAPE. American, 20th Century. Gouache and watercolor on board. Depicting a moody scene of seagulls and tress by water, signed at lower left, with literature for an exhibition at Doll & Richards (Boston) in 1976 on the back. Sight, approx. 15"h. 18"w. Having a linen mat, behind glass, in a gilt wood frame, 26.5"h. 29.75"w. Provenance: From the Lifetime Collection of Mark and Sandy Keily.
Amelia Jeffers
Sep. 12, 2025
JOHN TERELAK (AMERICAN, B. 1942)
Est: $600 - $1,200
John Terelak American, b. 1942 Pastel on paper Signed and dated 97 lower right. Winter cityscape, framed and under glass.
Selkirk Auctioneers & Appraisers
Sep. 12, 2025
JOHN TERELAK (AMERICAN, B. 1942)
Est: $800 - $1,600
John Terelak American, b. 1942 Oil on canvas Signed and dated 82 lower right. Figures beneath green trees, framed.
Selkirk Auctioneers & Appraisers
Sep. 12, 2025
JOHN TERELAK (AMERICAN, B. 1942)
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
John Terelak American, b. 1942 Vermont Twilight Oil on canvas Signed and dated '87. Country winter landscape at early dawn with smoking chimneys, framed.
Selkirk Auctioneers & Appraisers
Sep. 12, 2025
JOHN TERELAK (AMERICAN, B. 1942)
Est: $400 - $800
John Terelak American, b. 1942 Pastel on paper Signed lower right. Winter landscape with path through the trees, framed and under glass.
Selkirk Auctioneers & Appraisers
Aug. 10, 2025
JOHN TERELAK GICLEE PAINTING
Est: $100 - $200
JOHN TERELAK (AMERICAN, B.1942) GICLEE PAINTING OF A STREAM THROUGH MEADOW. FRAMED, 33"X39". REQUIRES THIRD PARTY SHIPPING/TRANSPORTATION.
Freedom Auction Company
May. 13, 2025
John Terelak (b. 1942) New York
Est: $500 - $1,000
LOBLOLLY COVE, oil painting on canvas, signed lower right, 12 x 16”, frame 17 ½ x 21 ½”. Provenance: Cavalier Galleries New York, Greenwich & Nantucket, paid $2250 in 2006 with receipt.
Clark's Fine Art & Auctioneers Inc.
May. 13, 2025
John Terelak (b. 1942) New York
Est: $500 - $1,000
GLOUCESTER HARBOR, oil painting on canvas board, signed lower right, 8 x 10”, frame 15 ½ x 17 ½ x 3”. Provenance: Cavalier Galleries New York, Greenwich & Nantucket, paid $1600 in 2006 with copy of receipt.
Clark's Fine Art & Auctioneers Inc.
May. 08, 2025
JOHN C. TERELAK, American b. 1942, Freezing Over, 1998, oil on canvas, 28 x 30 in. (71.1 x 76.2 cm.), Frame: 36 x 38 x 2 1/2 in. (91.4 x 96.5 x 6.4 cm.)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
JOHN C. TERELAK American, b. 1942 Freezing Over, 1998 oil on canvas signed and dated lower right "JC Terelak 98"
Shannon's
Feb. 01, 2025
John Charles Terelak (American, b. 1942), Chinatown, New York
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Property from The Collection of Elizabeth Fox John Charles Terelak (American, b. 1942) Chinatown, New York oil on board signed "J.C. Terelak" (lower right) 19 x 23 1/4 inches (sight) 25 1/2 x 30 inches (frame)
Fontaine's Auction Gallery
Jan. 23, 2025
JOHN CHARLES TERELAK (New York/Massachusetts, 1942-), Figures and ducks on a moonlit pond., Oil on canvas, 12" x 16". Framed 19" x 23".
Est: $700 - $1,000
JOHN CHARLES TERELAK New York/Massachusetts, 1942- Figures and ducks on a moonlit pond. Signed lower right "J.C. Terelak".
Eldred's
Nov. 22, 2024
JOHN CHARLES TERELAK (New York/Massachusetts, 1942-), "Autumn Landscape"., Oil on canvas, 28" x 36". Framed 37" x 45".
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
JOHN CHARLES TERELAK New York/Massachusetts, 1942- "Autumn Landscape". Signed lower left "JC Terelak". Titled on artist's label verso.
Eldred's
Nov. 02, 2024
John Charles Terelak (b. 1942) American, Oil on Canvas "Still Life with Lobster"
Est: $1,500 - $3,000
John Charles Terelak (b. 1942) American, Oil on Canvas "Still Life with Lobster." Signed, copyrighted, and dated '89 bottom left. Framed. Overall: 32 1/2 x 32 1/2 in. Sight: 23 1/2 x 23 1/2 in. Depth: 2 1/4 in. #3727 . John Charles Terelak was born in 1942 in Boston, Massachusetts. In 1960 he enrolled at Vesper George School of Art, and became an instructor there after graduating. He became known as an American Impressionist artist, carrying on the tradition by teaching students the fundamentals of the genre and painting New England landscapes, figural scenes, and still lifes. In 1975 he founded the Gloucester Academy of Fine Art, and was elected president of the New England Watercolor Society. When the Vesper George School of Art closed in 1983, he began to divide his time between Massachusetts and New York City, where he has helped numerous artists find commercial employment and put together multi-artist exhibitions at various galleries. His paintings are found in countless collections including the Andrew Mellon Foundation, Sheraton Corporation, Winthrop Financial Corporation, Prudential Insurance Company, Bank of Boston, Shawmut Bank, State Street Bank, Boston, and the Sterling-Regal Publishing Company. He has had many solo exhibitions as well, and his work is on permanent display at the National Academy of Design, the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, The Springfield Museum, and the Butler Museum.
Sarasota Estate Auction
Nov. 02, 2024
JOHN TERELAK, (American, b. 1942), New England Autumn, 1991, oil on canvas, 24 x 30 in., frame: 32 1/2 x 38 1/2 in.
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
JOHN TERELAK (American, b. 1942) New England Autumn 1991, oil on canvas signed and dated JC Terelak 91 lower left
Grogan & Company
Nov. 02, 2024
JOHN TERELAK, (American, b. 1942), Boston Twilight, 1996, oil on canvas, 24 x 29 1/2 in., frame: 32 1/2 x 38 3/8 in.
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
JOHN TERELAK (American, b. 1942) Boston Twilight 1996, oil on canvas signed and dated JC Terelak 96 lower left
Grogan & Company
Oct. 18, 2024
Painting, John Terelak
Est: $800 - $1,200
John Terelak (American b. 1942), "Sunset Sails," oil on canvas affixed to board, signed lower right, sight: 11.5"h x 15.5"w, overall (with frame): 18.75"h x 22.75"w
Clars Auctions
Aug. 16, 2024
Painting, John Terelak
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
John Terelak (American b. 1942), "Sunset Sails," oil on canvas affixed to board, signed lower right, sight: 11.5"h x 15.5"w, overall (with frame): 18.75"h x 22.75"w
Clars Auctions
Aug. 14, 2024
JOHN CHARLES TERELAK (New York/Massachusetts, 1942-), Floral still life., Oil on canvas, 30" x 24". Framed 39" x 32".
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
JOHN CHARLES TERELAK New York/Massachusetts, 1942- Floral still life. Signed and dated lower right "J.C. Terelak 90".
Eldred's
Jul. 20, 2024
John Terelak (Born 1942) American
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
John Terelak (Born 1942) Oil on Masonite, signed lower right, dated on verso Feb. 1974, nighttime lighthouse scene with coastal waves, piece measures 12 x 24 and 17 x 29 inches with custom frame. Painting was bought from a prominent New Hampshire gallery and before that directly from the artist. John Charles Terelak was born in Boston, MA in 1942. His football talent earned him collegiate scholarships that he turned down in favor of the arts. John decided to enter Vesper George School of Fine Art in 1960. John painted vigorously while at Vesper George, experimenting with several different mediums including pastel, watercolor and oil. As a standout student, he was awarded a position as a professor upon graduating and found great pleasure in teaching.
Cutler Bay Auctions
Jun. 23, 2024
John Charles Terelak (American, b.1942) 'Cascading Light' Oil on Canvas
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
John Charles Terelak (American, b.1942) 'Cascading Light' Oil on Canvas 1981, signed lower left, depicting countryside landscape, in walnut burl accented gold-tone wood frame Property from: a Private Collector, Fox Lake, Illinois Category: Fine Art > Paintings Estimated Sale Time: 11:47 am CST Shipping Status: Due to size, weight, value or shipping complexity, this item must be shipped via a 3rd Party and the shipping cost may be high. We recommend contacting multiple shipping vendors for an estimate as the cost may vary greatly. Last modified: May 30, 2024, 12:17 pm
Leonard Auction
Jun. 15, 2024
John Terelak (Born 1942) American
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
John Terelak (Born 1942) Oil on Masonite, signed lower right, dated on verso Feb. 1974, nighttime lighthouse scene with coastal waves, piece measures 12 x 24 and 17 x 29 inches with custom frame. Painting was bought from a prominent New Hampshire gallery and before that directly from the artist. John Charles Terelak was born in Boston, MA in 1942. His football talent earned him collegiate scholarships that he turned down in favor of the arts. John decided to enter Vesper George School of Fine Art in 1960. John painted vigorously while at Vesper George, experimenting with several different mediums including pastel, watercolor and oil. As a standout student, he was awarded a position as a professor upon graduating and found great pleasure in teaching.
Cutler Bay Auctions
May. 24, 2024
JOHN CHARLES TERELAK (New York/Massachusetts, 1942-), Cattle in a meadow., Oil on masonite, 18" x 24". Framed 24" x 30".
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
JOHN CHARLES TERELAK New York/Massachusetts, 1942- Cattle in a meadow. Signed and dated lower right "J.C. Terelak 75".
Eldred's
May. 16, 2024
JOHN CHARLES TERELAK (New York/Massachusetts, 1942-), Country landscape with figures, barn and farmhouse., Giclee, 22” x 28”. Framed 29.5” x 35.5”.
Est: $200 - $250
JOHN CHARLES TERELAK New York/Massachusetts, 1942- Country landscape with figures, barn and farmhouse. Signed and dated lower left "JC Terelak 88".
Eldred's
May. 10, 2024
JOHN C. TERELAK CANVAS PRINT
Est: $200 - $400
John C. Terelak oil on canvas print labeled "Back Roads", signed lower left, 1988. John Charles Terelak (Born 1942) works in New York and Massachusetts and is known for urban, marine and coastal landscape painting. The 'Terelak touch' is unmistakable in each of his works using an intricate system of layered paint and glazing and incredible use of color. Dimensions: 22" x 24" Image size, 30" x 37" Overall. From the Sally Hatch Estate of Concord.
New Hampshire Auctions and Appraisals LLC
Apr. 24, 2024
John Terelak
Est: $800 - $1,200
American, b. 1942 Vermont Hills Signed Terelak (lr) Oil on board 11 7/8 x 15 7/8 inches (30.2 x 40.3 cm) (Framed 15 x 19 inches) In overall good condition. Some minor soiling, might benefit from a cleaning. Frame rubbing with wear to edges.
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Feb. 18, 2024
JOHN TERELAK FLORIDA PAINTING
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
TERELAK, John, (American, b. 1942): "Las Olas Isles Bridge", Oil/Canvas, 12" x 16", signed lower left and dated '88, unframed.
Burchard Galleries Inc
Jan. 06, 2024
John Terelak (Born 1942) oil on canvas garden scene with butterflies, 18.5
Est: $500 - $800
John Terelak (Born 1942) oil on canvas garden scene with butterflies, 18.5 by 22 inches, signed lower left, "J. C. Terelak," framed. Condition: Very good.
Blackwood March Auctioneers
Nov. 15, 2023
JOHN CHARLES TERELAK (New York/Massachusetts, 1942-), “A Stroll in the Park”., Oil on board, 12” x 16”. Framed 17” x 21”.
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
JOHN CHARLES TERELAK New York/Massachusetts, 1942- "A Stroll in the Park". Signed and dated lower left "JC Terelak 94". Titled verso.
Eldred's
Nov. 15, 2023
JOHN CHARLES TERELAK (New York/Massachusetts, 1942-), “Broadway, Morning”., Oil on board, 12” x 16”. Framed 18” x 22”.
Est: $1,200 - $1,500
JOHN CHARLES TERELAK New York/Massachusetts, 1942- "Broadway, Morning". Signed and dated lower right "JC Terelak 94".
Eldred's
Oct. 29, 2023
JOHN TERELAK "MOONLIGHT" OIL ON CANVAS
Est: $4,500 - $6,000
John Charles Terelak Original Oil on Canvas "Moonlight". John Charles Terelak is an impressionist painter. Born in Boston, Massachusetts, he received formal art instruction at the Vesper George School of Fine Art*. Terelak's love of paint and canvas and his thorough understanding of color theory and paint technique eventually led him to become headmaster of the Gloucester Academy of Fine Art. Eventually it became necessary for Terelak to devote his full energies to the creation of his own paintings. Since making that decision, his professional career at the easel now spans more than three decades. In addition to his work in oil, Terelak also works in watercolor and pastel. He is a past President of the New England Watercolor Society. His paintings are included in private and public collections throughout the United States. Included are the Andrew Mellon Foundation, Sheraton Corporation, Winthrop Financial Corporation, Prudential Insurance Company, Bank of Boston, Shawmut Bank, State Street Bank, Sterling-Regal Publishing Company. Mr. Terelak has had one-man shows, and his works have been exhibited at The National Academy of Design*, The Boston Museum of Fine Arts, The Springfield Museum, and The Butler Museum, among others. Painting 24"x30" and in gilt wood Frame 35.5"x30"x2". Weight 10 lbs.
Charleston Estate Services Auctions & Appraisals
Oct. 06, 2023
John Charles Terelak, oil on board landscape
Est: $500 - $800
John Charles Terelak (American b. 1942), oil on board landscape, signed and dated '79 in lower left, titled on verso Evening Light, 13 3/4" x 17 3/4".
Pook & Pook Inc.
Sep. 12, 2023
John Terelak
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
John Terelak American, b. 1942 Wall Street, NYC, 1997 Signed and dated JC Terelak 97 (lr) Oil on unstretched canvas 17 1/2 x 13 3/4 inches (44.5 x 33.9 cm) (Framed: 24 1/4 x 20 1/4 inches) Canvas is laid to foam core. Scattered frame rubbing. Overall good condition.
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Sep. 09, 2023
John Terelak (born 1942) oil on canvas garden scen…
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
John Terelak (born 1942) oil on canvas garden scene, 20 by 24 inches, signed lower right, "J. Terelak" framed. Condition: Very good.
Blackwood March Auctioneers
Sep. 09, 2023
John Terelak (Contemporary) oil on board beach sce…
Est: $500 - $800
John Terelak (Contemporary) oil on board beach scene, 11 by 14 inches, signed lower center, "J. Terelak" framed. Condition: Very good
Blackwood March Auctioneers
Aug. 26, 2023
John Charles Terelak Oil on Canvas "Winter Chores", circa 1986
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
John Charles Terelak (New York - Massachusetts b. 1942) Oil on Canvas "Winter Chores", circa 1986, signed lower right E. Terelak, '86, in gilt frame 27.5 in. x 35 in. Framed 37.5 in. x 46 in.
Rafael Osona Auctions
Aug. 19, 2023
John C. Terelak (Am. b 1942), "Evening Light" 1995, Oil on panel, framed
Est: $700 - $900
John C. Terelak (Am. b 1942) "Evening Light" 1995 Oil on panel, framed Signed and dated l.l., signed, titled and dated verso 12" x 15 3/4" actual, 17 1/8" x 21 1/8" framed
Barridoff Auctions
Aug. 06, 2023
John C. Terelak. Horse Promenade Signed and dated '81 lower left. Oil on canvas. Framed. Image size 11 x 15 inches, overall size 17.5 x 21.5 inches
Est: $800 - $1,200
John C. Terelak. Horse Promenade Signed and dated '81 lower left. Oil on canvas. Framed. Image size 11 x 15 inches, overall size 17.5 x 21.5 inches
Tremont Auctions
Aug. 06, 2023
John C. Terelak. Horse drawn carriage outside a hotel with flags Signed lower right Oil on canvas. Framed. Image size 8 x 10 inches, overall size 13.75 x 16 inches
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
John C. Terelak. Horse drawn carriage outside a hotel with flags Signed lower right Oil on canvas. Framed. Image size 8 x 10 inches, overall size 13.75 x 16 inches
Tremont Auctions
Aug. 06, 2023
John C. Terelak. Gloucester Harbor. Signed lower right, identified on verso Oil on canvas board. Framed. Image size 8 x 11 inches, overall size 15.5 x 19 inches
Est: $600 - $900
John C. Terelak. Gloucester Harbor. Signed lower right, identified on verso Oil on canvas board. Framed. Image size 8 x 11 inches, overall size 15.5 x 19 inches
Tremont Auctions
Aug. 06, 2023
John C. Terelak. "Hoisting the Sails". Signed lower left, identified on verso Oil on canvas. Framed. Image size 9 x 12 inches, overall size 15 x 18 inches
Est: $600 - $900
John C. Terelak. "Hoisting the Sails". Signed lower left, identified on verso Oil on canvas. Framed. Image size 9 x 12 inches, overall size 15 x 18 inches
Tremont Auctions
Jul. 29, 2023
John C. Terelak, (American, b. 1942), "Lower Broadway, at Dusk", 1984, oil on canvas, 12" x 16", framed 15-1/2" x 19-1/2"
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
John C. Terelak (American, b. 1942) "Lower Broadway, at Dusk", 1984 oil on canvas signed and dated lower right. Framed. 12" x 16", framed 15-1/2" x 19-1/2"
New Orleans Auction Galleries
May. 20, 2023
JOHN CHARLES TERELAK (American b. 1942) A PAINTING, "Summer Sailing," 1971
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
JOHN CHARLES TERELAK (American b. 1942) A PAINTING, "Summer Sailing," 1971, oil on board, signed and dated L/L, "J.C. TERELAK © 71;" 21 1/4" x 27 1/4", framed 31" x 37".
Simpson Galleries, LLC
Apr. 27, 2023
JOHN C. TERELAK, American (b. 1942), Flower Shop, Greenwich Avenue, 2007, oil on canvas, 40 x 30 inches
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
JOHN C. TERELAK American, (b. 1942) Flower Shop, Greenwich Avenue, 2007 oil on canvas signed lower right "J.C. Terelak"
Shannon's
Mar. 26, 2023
John Charles Terelak (American, b. 1942), "The Harbor at Sunset"
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
John Charles Terelak (American, b. 1942) "The Harbor at Sunset", 1996 oil on canvas signed and dated lower left. Framed. 30" x 40", framed 38" x 49"
New Orleans Auction Galleries