Mose Tolliver Sold at Auction Prices

b. 1925 - d. 2006

Artist Mose Tolliver (1920-2006), also known as Mose T, was an Alabama-born folk artist. Tolliver worked at a furniture factory until an accident in the 1960s left both his legs crushed. His inner drive to paint took over as he painted on anything he could get his hands on, from tabletops to old metal trays, and he sometimes created as many as 10 pieces a day. Mose Tolliver's art for sale was born.

Artist Mose Tolliver creates from the heart, and in his first published interview he said he was not interested in art, but just wanted to paint his pictures. Mose Tolliver's paintings include Self-portrait and Queen Love. Featured in a multitude of folk art collections, Mose Tolliver's paintings are also exhibited at the Smithsonian's National Museum of American Art. Purchase unique folk art paintings to bring intrigue and interest to your art collection. 

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  • Mose Tolliver, American/Alabama 1920-2006, "North Africa Feeding Baby", paint on panel, 32 1/4 x 15 3/4 in. (81.9 x 40 cm.)
    Dec. 19, 2024

    Mose Tolliver, American/Alabama 1920-2006, "North Africa Feeding Baby", paint on panel, 32 1/4 x 15 3/4 in. (81.9 x 40 cm.)

    Est: $600 - $800

    Mose Tolliver American/Alabama, 1920-2006 "North Africa Feeding Baby" paint on panel signed lower center, unframed.

    Neal Auction Company
  • Mose Ernest Tolliver (Mose T), Alabama (1920/25-2006), portrait of artist's wife, oil on board, 32"H x 18 3/4"W
    Dec. 14, 2024

    Mose Ernest Tolliver (Mose T), Alabama (1920/25-2006), portrait of artist's wife, oil on board, 32"H x 18 3/4"W

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Mose Ernest Tolliver (Mose T) Alabama, (1920/25-2006) portrait of artist's wife oil on board Signed lower right and verso. Biography from The Johnson Collection: In an interview, Mose Tolliver claimed that he initially began painting landscapes on tree roots and glass as a teenager, learning from other people who were doing similar work. A forklift accident in the 1960s left him unable to walk without assistance when, while working at McLendon Furniture Company, a half-ton slab of marble fell on his legs. It was a turning point: no longer able to work he took up art making, developing a distinctive figurative style that was simple, flat, and colorful. The day—July fourth—of Tolliver's birth has been established, but not the year. It has been given variously as between 1919 and 1924. His birthplace was Pike Road, Alabama, sixteen miles southeast of Montgomery. His parents were sharecroppers, and he was one of 12 children. He attended school only until he was eight or nine, expressing little interest in education. He described his home as "just a shack, but my mamma had pictures all over the walls." These were probably in newspapers, commonly used to paper and insulate humble dwellings. Tolliver worked a variety of odd jobs, mostly as a gardener and truck farmer, but also took on general maintenance tasks such as house painting and even plumbing. In October 1940 Tolliver was drafted into the military; he signed his registration card with an X, and it is not known how long or where he served. In the early 1940s, he moved into the city of Montgomery and married his childhood best friend, Willie Mae Thomas, with whom he had 13 children, 11 of whom survived until adulthood. Following the accident at McLendon Furniture Company in the late 1960s he was offered art lessons by his employer, but declined. However, he was given some supplies, with his preference being house paint. After his accident, he had more time and possibly found painting rehabilitative; it became Tolliver's passion and he declared he did it "to keep my head together." He painted on wood; "the first picture I did on wood was a red bird." He depicted other creatures, in particular birds, and did a whole series of turtles. He enhanced the oval shapes of their shells with daubs of paint. He also painted trees and flowers, but figures dominated, along with many self-portraits. Whether singly or in pairs, male or female, his subjects faced forward, and had large round heads and prominent eyes. Some were based on religious themes, such as a black Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ, but his most notorious group represented women in erotic positions. They display a sense of humor and appear to have been based on a Time Life book about ancient Egypt. He also painted on three dimensional objects such as a suitcase, coffee table, and bird house, usually decorating them with bird motifs and dots of paint. All of his subjects were painted from his own personal observations of life. In 1981, the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts mounted a one-man show of his work. The following year, the Corcoran Gallery of Art in Washington, DC, mounted the exhibition Black Folk Art in America, featuring fellow Montgomery artist (whom Tolliver had not previously known) Bill Traylor. Shortly after this, demand for Tolliver's work outgrew the pace at which he could paint. He taught some of his children his signature style, notably his daughter, Annie, so they could help duplicate his pictures and even sign his name. After his wife's death in 1991, Tolliver once again underwent a difficult period, but he continued his painting. A New York Times review of the 1982 Corcoran exhibition summarized: "It was the role of black folk art to make the unbearable bearable." He will be remembered as a picture maker, always signing his work Mose T (with a backwards "s") and one of America's first African American vernacular artists whose works were drawn from his own life experiences. The Johnson Collection, Spartanburg, South Carolina

    Ripley Auctions
  • TOLLIVER, Mose (American, 1925-2006). Snakes. Not dated. Pa...
    Dec. 04, 2024

    TOLLIVER, Mose (American, 1925-2006). Snakes. Not dated. Pa...

    Est: $400 - $600

    TOLLIVER, Mose (American, 1925-2006). Snakes. Not dated. Paint on ¾” plywood. Signed. 16 x 36”. Unusual patterns and textures inherent. Surface dirt. Overall good condition.

    Potter & Potter Auctions Inc.
  • TOLLIVER, Mose (American, 1925-2006). Self Portrait with Ca...
    Dec. 04, 2024

    TOLLIVER, Mose (American, 1925-2006). Self Portrait with Ca...

    Est: $400 - $600

    TOLLIVER, Mose (American, 1925-2006). Self Portrait with Canes. Not dated. Paint on paneling with tab hanger. Signed lower left. 23 x 9 ½”. Unusual patterns and textures inherent. Surface dirt. Overall good condition.

    Potter & Potter Auctions Inc.
  • MOSE TOLLIVER FIGURAL FOLK ART PAINTING
    Dec. 04, 2024

    MOSE TOLLIVER FIGURAL FOLK ART PAINTING

    Est: $600 - $800

    Mose Ernest Tolliver (American, 1925-2006). Untitled - Abstract Figure with Grey Face, house paint on plywood wallboard, signed 'Mose T. to' LR. Framed. Provenance: Private Collection of Lucy Allen, Atlanta, GA. Note: Ahlers & Ogletree would like to thank Marcia Weber for assistance in cataloguing this lot. Approximate dimensions: board h. 18.5", w. 14"; frame h. 22.5", w. 18", d. 1".

    Ahlers & Ogletree Inc.
  • Mose Tolliver (American 1915 - 2006). Watermelon.
    Dec. 03, 2024

    Mose Tolliver (American 1915 - 2006). Watermelon.

    Est: €400 - €600

    Mose Tolliver (American 1915 - 2006) Watermelon oil on board signed 'MoseT' (lower left) 29.5 x 63.5 cm.

    Adams Amsterdam Auctions
  • Mose Tolliver (1925-2006) "Dry Bones Charlie", 1986
    Nov. 18, 2024

    Mose Tolliver (1925-2006) "Dry Bones Charlie", 1986

    Est: $400 - $800

    Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006) "Dry Bones Charlie", 1986, mixed media painting on board, signed. Unframed. Size: 27.5'' x 19.5'', 70 x 50 cm (board). Provenance: Private Collection; Ex. Bill Arnett Collection.

    Material Culture
  • Mose Tolliver (1925-2006) "Watermelon"
    Nov. 18, 2024

    Mose Tolliver (1925-2006) "Watermelon"

    Est: $400 - $600

    Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006) "Watermelon", oil painting on board, signed. Unframed. Size: 4'' x 17'', 10 x 43 cm (board).

    Material Culture
  • MOSE TOLLIVER - WATERMELON (TRIANGLE)
    Nov. 14, 2024

    MOSE TOLLIVER - WATERMELON (TRIANGLE)

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Lot 49 Mose Tolliver American (1920-2006) Watermelon (Triangle) oil on panel signed lower center 9 x 15 inches unframed Provenance: From the Collection of Dr. Priscilla Nelson

    Capsule Gallery Auction
  • Mose Ernest Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006), Snake Side Table, Overall H.- 18 1/2 in., Circular Top- Dia.- 15 3/4 in., Legs- W.- 17 1/2 in.
    Nov. 08, 2024

    Mose Ernest Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006), Snake Side Table, Overall H.- 18 1/2 in., Circular Top- Dia.- 15 3/4 in., Legs- W.- 17 1/2 in.

    Est: $250 - $450

    † Mose Ernest Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006), Snake Side Table, house paint on wood with a removable glass top, signed "Mose T" on top,

    Crescent City Auction Gallery
  • Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006), "Man with Hat," H.- 29 in., W.- 17 1/2 in.
    Nov. 08, 2024

    Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006), "Man with Hat," H.- 29 in., W.- 17 1/2 in.

    Est: $600 - $900

    † Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006), "Man with Hat," paint on wood panel, signed lower left, unframed,

    Crescent City Auction Gallery
  • Painting by Mose Tolliver
    Oct. 29, 2024

    Painting by Mose Tolliver

    Est: $300 - $500

    Mose Tolliver (American, 1918-2006). Paint on board, signed "MOSET" l.r. 23.5" x 22".

    Caza Sikes
  • MOSE TOLLIVER - WATERMELON
    Oct. 17, 2024

    MOSE TOLLIVER - WATERMELON

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Lot 39 Mose Tolliver American (1920-2006) Watermelon oil on panel signed lower right 11 x 14 1/4 inches unframed Provenance: From the Collection of Dr. Priscilla Nelson

    Capsule Gallery Auction
  • Mose Tolliver, oil on board
    Sep. 27, 2024

    Mose Tolliver, oil on board

    Est: $400 - $600

    Mose Tolliver (American 1920/24-2006), oil on board figure, signed lower middle, 23 3/4" x 24". Provenance: a Washington D.C. collection.

    Pook & Pook Inc.
  • Mose Tolliver, oil on board
    Sep. 27, 2024

    Mose Tolliver, oil on board

    Est: $300 - $500

    Mose Tolliver (American 1920/24-2006), oil on board figure signed lower middle, 17" x 16". Provenance: a Washington D.C. collection. Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.

    Pook & Pook Inc.
  • Mose Tolliver, synthetic polymer on board
    Sep. 27, 2024

    Mose Tolliver, synthetic polymer on board

    Est: $300 - $500

    Mose Tolliver (Alabama 1920-2006), synthetic polymer on board titled Snow Bus, signed lower middle, 17 1/4" x 21". Provenance: purchased from the artist 1982 by John M. Holmes. Provenance: a Washington D.C. collection.

    Pook & Pook Inc.
  • Mose Toliver, (American/Alabama, 1919-2006), "Black Cat," H.- 9 3/4 in., W.- 15 in.
    Sep. 14, 2024

    Mose Toliver, (American/Alabama, 1919-2006), "Black Cat," H.- 9 3/4 in., W.- 15 in.

    Est: $500 - $800

    † Mose Toliver, (American/Alabama, 1919-2006), "Black Cat," house paint on wood panel, signed lower left and inscribed/dedicated to "T. Erin", unframed,

    Crescent City Auction Gallery
  • Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006), "Spinal Tap"
    Aug. 29, 2024

    Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006), "Spinal Tap"

    Est: $700 - $1,000

    † Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006) "Spinal Tap" oil on wood panel signed lower left.

    New Orleans Auction Galleries
  • Mose Ernest Tolliver, oil on plywood of a horse
    Jul. 31, 2024

    Mose Ernest Tolliver, oil on plywood of a horse

    Est: $200 - $300

    Mose Ernest Tolliver (American 1920-2006), oil on plywood of a horse, signed lower right, 13 1/2" x 24". Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.

    Pook & Pook Inc.
  • Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006) Blue Chicken, Signed lower right, Paint on a Board, 13 3/4" x 19 3/4"
    Jul. 27, 2024

    Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006) Blue Chicken, Signed lower right, Paint on a Board, 13 3/4" x 19 3/4"

    Est: $400 - $600

    Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006) Blue Chicken, Signed lower right, Paint on a Board, 13 3/4" x 19 3/4"

    Auction Gallery of the Palm Beaches
  • Mose Tolliver (1925-2006), A pair of abstract watermelons, Acrylic on artist board, Smallest: 15" H x 16.75" W; Largest: 16" H x 17" W
    Jul. 16, 2024

    Mose Tolliver (1925-2006), A pair of abstract watermelons, Acrylic on artist board, Smallest: 15" H x 16.75" W; Largest: 16" H x 17" W

    Est: $600 - $800

    Mose Tolliver (1925-2006) A pair of abstract watermelons Each: Acrylic on artist board Each: Signed lower left: Mose T

    John Moran Auctioneers
  • Mose Tolliver Black Jesus on Cross with Birds
    Jul. 14, 2024

    Mose Tolliver Black Jesus on Cross with Birds

    Est: -

    32 inches x 16 inches appears to be in good condition signed on back

    R & R Auction INC
  • Mose Tolliver Painting, Untitled Scooter Girl
    Jul. 07, 2024

    Mose Tolliver Painting, Untitled Scooter Girl

    Est: $300 - $350

    Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006) house paint on wood panel untitled folk art painting, depicting a female figure or "scooter girl" against a white background with black border. Unframed. Original aluminum can pop top hanger. 16 1/4" H x 12 1/4" W. PROVENANCE: Private Knoxville, TN collection.

    Case Antiques, Inc. Auctions & Appraisals
  • Mose Tolliver Painting, Blue Turtle
    Jul. 06, 2024

    Mose Tolliver Painting, Blue Turtle

    Est: $300 - $400

    Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006) house paint on wood panel folk art painting depicting a blue and black turtle against a white background with black border. Unframed. Original aluminum can pop top hanger. 18 1/4" H x 14 3/4" W. PROVENANCE: Private Knoxville, TN collection.

    Case Antiques, Inc. Auctions & Appraisals
  • Mose Tolliver Painting, Untitled Purple Figure
    Jul. 06, 2024

    Mose Tolliver Painting, Untitled Purple Figure

    Est: $400 - $500

    Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006) house paint on wood panel folk art painting depicting a figure in shades of purple and green against a white background with red border. Signed "Mose T" lower right. Unframed. Original aluminum can pop top hanger. 25" H x 17 1/4" W. PROVENANCE: Private Knoxville, TN collection.

    Case Antiques, Inc. Auctions & Appraisals
  • Mose Tolliver Painting, Spooky Dookie
    Jul. 06, 2024

    Mose Tolliver Painting, Spooky Dookie

    Est: $400 - $500

    Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006) house paint on wood panel folk art painting titled Spookie Dookie, depicting a figure in shades of green and red against a yellow background with red border. Title in black ink en verso. Signed "Mose T" lower left. Unframed. Original aluminum can pop top hanger. 26 1/2" H x 19 1/4" W. PROVENANCE: Private Knoxville, TN collection.

    Case Antiques, Inc. Auctions & Appraisals
  • Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006)
    Jun. 28, 2024

    Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006)

    Est: $600 - $800

    Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006), "Bird", paint on shaped panel, signed lower left, 26 1/4 in. x 12 in., unframed.

    Neal Auction Company
  • Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006)
    Jun. 28, 2024

    Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006)

    Est: $600 - $800

    Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006), "North Africa Feeding Baby", paint on panel, signed lower center, 32 1/4 in. x 15 3/4 in., unframed.

    Neal Auction Company
  • Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006)
    Jun. 28, 2024

    Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006)

    Est: $600 - $800

    Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1920-2006), "Lady in Purple", paint on panel, signed lower center, 25 11/16 in. x 17 11/16 in., unframed.

    Neal Auction Company
  • Mose Tolliver, Five works
    Jun. 27, 2024

    Mose Tolliver, Five works

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    Mose Tolliver Five works paint on wood largest: 13.75 h x 26.125 w in (35 x 66 cm) smallest: 15.5 h x 14.75 w in (39 x 37 cm) Lot includes works depicting a bus, an erotic portrait, a plant, and two portraits. Signed to lower edge of each work 'Mose T'. Provenance: Collection of Martin and Enid Packard This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.

    Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
  • Mose Tolliver, Self Portrait, Paint on Board
    Jun. 27, 2024

    Mose Tolliver, Self Portrait, Paint on Board

    Est: $500 - $700

    Property from the Estate of Lorlee and Arnold Tenenbaum Description: Mose Tolliver (AL, c. 1920-2006), Untitled (Self Portrait), Paint on Board , signed lower middle, depicting a standing figure in green with a red tie, with green painted border. br>Exhibition History: Bold Expressions: The Collection of Lorlee and Arnold Tenenbaum, Jepson Center, Telfair Museums, Savannah, Georgia, March 10-July 9, 2023. Mose Tolliver was an Alabama based folk artist known for his vibrant images. Tolliver worked at a factory in Montgomery, Alabama before an accident forced him to retire. Tolliver took up painting to combat boredom while recovering, working with house paint on plywood and other found materials. He gained recognition after a solo exhibition at the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts and a folk art exhbition at the Corcoran Gallery in Washington, D.C. His work can be found in the permanent collections of the National Gallery of Art, the High Museum of Art, the Birmingham Museum of Art and many others. Measurements: Height: 24 1/8 in. x Width: 9 7/8 in. Condition: Good condition, light wear to edges, incised oval shapes middle right side, some dark residue upper middle. Notice to bidders: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the conditions of aging. PHOTOS MAY ALSO ACT AS A CONDITION REPORT. Please review all photos closely prior to bidding. Complete condition reports are available by request, no later than 24 hours prior to the live auction. All lots are offered and sold 'AS IS’, and Everard Auctions 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. We do not guarantee the condition of frames. By placing a bid, either in person, by phone, absentee or via the Internet, you signify that you agree to be bound by the conditions of sale. Everard Auctions does not provide any shipping or packing services. We recommend that all potential buyers obtain pack/ship estimates prior to bidding. Please contact us for a list of recommended shippers.

    Everard Auctions and Appraisals
  • TOLLIVER, Mose (American, 1925-2006). Watermelon. Not dated...
    Jun. 26, 2024

    TOLLIVER, Mose (American, 1925-2006). Watermelon. Not dated...

    Est: $500 - $700

    TOLLIVER, Mose (American, 1925-2006). Watermelon. Not dated. Paint on panel remnant. Signed on the lower left corner. 15 ½ x 18”. Some wear due to the nature of the remnant. Aluminum can tab on verso used as a hanger. Very good condition.

    Potter & Potter Auctions Inc.
  • Mose Tolliver House Paint on Board Grey Critter
    Jun. 08, 2024

    Mose Tolliver House Paint on Board Grey Critter

    Est: $500 - $800

    Tolliver, Mose (American/Alabama, 1920/25-2006) Grey Critter, house paint on board, depicting an outstretched critter in grey with red eyes and nose against a chartreuse ground, grey lined border. Soda can tab hanger affixed to upper back. Signed at lower left. Approximately 19.5 x 11.75 inches. Provenance: Virginia Freeman Gallery, Destin, Florida.

    Concept Art Gallery
  • Mose Tolliver (American 1920-2006), oil on panel
    May. 20, 2024

    Mose Tolliver (American 1920-2006), oil on panel

    Est: $200 - $300

    Mose Tolliver (American 1920-2006), oil on panel watermelon, signed lower left, 16 1/4" x 17 5/8". Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.

    Pook & Pook Inc.
  • MOSE TOLLIVER FOLK ART PAINTING ON BOARD
    May. 11, 2024

    MOSE TOLLIVER FOLK ART PAINTING ON BOARD

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Mose Ernest Tolliver (American, 1920-2006) folk art painting on found wood depicting a blue figure with yellow accents. Signed lower right. Measures 41 3/4" x 19 1/4".

    Antiques & Modern Auction Gallery
  • MOSE TOLLIVER 'PORTRAIT' FOLK ART PAINTING / BOARD
    May. 11, 2024

    MOSE TOLLIVER 'PORTRAIT' FOLK ART PAINTING / BOARD

    Est: $600 - $800

    Mose Ernest Tolliver (American, 1920-2006) folk art painting on wood board depicting a portrait with purple accents. Signed lower left. Measures 19 1/8" x 14 5/8".

    Antiques & Modern Auction Gallery
  • MOSE TOLLIVER 'PORTRAIT' FOLK ART PAINTING / BOARD
    May. 11, 2024

    MOSE TOLLIVER 'PORTRAIT' FOLK ART PAINTING / BOARD

    Est: $400 - $600

    Mose Ernest Tolliver (American, 1920-2006) folk art painting on wood board depicting a portrait with yellow and green accents. Signed lower left. Measures 19 1/4" x 14 1/2".

    Antiques & Modern Auction Gallery
  • Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006) Painting
    Apr. 29, 2024

    Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006) Painting

    Est: $600 - $1,200

    Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006) Painting on board, signed. Unframed. Size: 23.75'' x 11.75'', 60 x 30 cm (board).

    Material Culture
  • Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006) "Jitney Bus"
    Apr. 29, 2024

    Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006) "Jitney Bus"

    Est: $500 - $700

    Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006) "Jitney Bus", painting on board, signed. Unframed. Size: 15.5'' x 24'', 39 x 61 cm (board).

    Material Culture
  • Mose Tolliver House Paint on Board Grey Critter
    Apr. 27, 2024

    Mose Tolliver House Paint on Board Grey Critter

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    Tolliver, Mose (American/Alabama, 1920/25-2006) Grey Critter, house paint on board, depicting an outstretched critter in grey with red eyes and nose against a chartreuse ground, grey lined border. Soda can tab hanger affixed to upper back. Signed at lower left. Approximately 19.5 x 11.75 inches. Provenance: Virginia Freeman Gallery, Destin, Florida.

    Concept Art Gallery
  • Mose Tolliver House Paint on Board Two Birds
    Apr. 27, 2024

    Mose Tolliver House Paint on Board Two Birds

    Est: $600 - $900

    Tolliver, Mose (American, Alabama, 1920/25 - 2006) Two Birds, house paint on board, depicting two birds, one yellow and one green over off-white ground surrounded by dots and purple border. Soda can tab hanger affixed to upper back. Signed at lower right. 9.75 x 13 inches. Provenance: Virginia Freeman Gallery, Destin Florida.

    Concept Art Gallery
  • Mose Tolliver House Paint on Board Pink Dragon
    Apr. 27, 2024

    Mose Tolliver House Paint on Board Pink Dragon

    Est: $300 - $500

    Tolliver, Mose (American, Alabama, 1920/25 - 2006) Pink Dragon, house paint on shaped board, depicting a pink winged dragon with red eyes and tongue on a beige ground with brown border. Soda can tab hanger affixed to upper back. Signed at lower left. 18.25 x 19 inches. Provenance: Virginia Freeman Gallery, Destin Florida.

    Concept Art Gallery
  • Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006), "Dry Bones"
    Apr. 18, 2024

    Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006), "Dry Bones"

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    † Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006) "Dry Bones" painted wood board signed lower left, titled and signed en verso.

    New Orleans Auction Galleries
  • Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006), "Guitar Case"
    Apr. 18, 2024

    Mose Tolliver (American, 1925-2006), "Guitar Case"

    Est: $600 - $900

    † Mose Tolliver (American/Alabama, 1925-2006) "Guitar Case - Alligator/Snake" painted guitar case signed at top.

    New Orleans Auction Galleries
  • Mose Ernest Tolliver (Mose T), Alabama (1920/25-2006), abstract bird figure, blackbird, paint on board, 9 3/4"H x 19"W
    Mar. 30, 2024

    Mose Ernest Tolliver (Mose T), Alabama (1920/25-2006), abstract bird figure, blackbird, paint on board, 9 3/4"H x 19"W

    Est: $300 - $500

    Mose Ernest Tolliver (Mose T) Alabama, (1920/25-2006) abstract bird figure, blackbird paint on board Signed lower. Biography from the Smithsonian American Art Museum: In the late 1960s, Mose Tolliver was forced to retire from his job in a Montgomery, Alabama, furniture factory after a thousand-pound crate of marble fell from a forklift and crushed his legs. His former employer encouraged him to start painting, and Tolliver began to create images with house paint on pieces of plywood, Masonite, or old furniture. Unable to stand without crutches, he used to sit on his bed to paint, balancing the board on his knees. Recognition came in the 1980s with a solo show at the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, and a folk art exhibition at the Corcoran Gallery, in Washington, D.C. Tolliver is known for his vibrant images of women, fantasy animals, and religious subjects, and he could paint up to ten pictures in one day.

    Ripley Auctions
  • MOSE TOLLIVER (1918 - 2006)
    Mar. 23, 2024

    MOSE TOLLIVER (1918 - 2006)

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    paint on board. Self Portrait. Signed lower right 23.75" x 23.75"

    Ledbetter Auctions
  • MOSE TOLLIVER (1918 - 2006)
    Mar. 23, 2024

    MOSE TOLLIVER (1918 - 2006)

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    paint on board. 15.25" x 12.5"

    Ledbetter Auctions
  • MOSE TOLLIVER (1918 - 2006)
    Mar. 23, 2024

    MOSE TOLLIVER (1918 - 2006)

    Est: $800 - $1,200

    paint on board. Two birds. 15" x 13"

    Ledbetter Auctions
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