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Photographer, b. 1886 - d. 1983

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  • James Van Der Zee. Couple in Raccoon Coats, Harlem. 1932; printed 1974.
    Apr. 30, 2026

    James Van Der Zee. Couple in Raccoon Coats, Harlem. 1932; printed 1974.

    Est: $4,000 - $6,000

    James Van Der Zee 1886-1986 Couple in Raccoon Coats, Harlem. 1932; printed 1974. Silver print With Van Der Zee's signature, plate number XVI, and edition notation 13/75 in pencil on mount recto.

    Swann Auction Galleries
  • James Vanderzee (1886-1986), Untitled (Wedding Couple), 1928.
    Apr. 02, 2026

    James Vanderzee (1886-1986), Untitled (Wedding Couple), 1928.

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    James VanDerZee (1886-1986) Untitled (Wedding Couple). Silver print, 1928.

    Swann Auction Galleries
  • James Vanderzee (1886-1986), Untitled (Garveyite Family, Harlem), 1924.
    Apr. 02, 2026

    James Vanderzee (1886-1986), Untitled (Garveyite Family, Harlem), 1924.

    Est: $4,000 - $6,000

    James VanDerZee (1886-1986) Untitled (Garveyite Family, Harlem). Silver print, 1924. Signed and numbered VIII and 25/75 in pencil on the mount. Published by Graphics International Ltd., Washington, DC, in 1974. From Eighteen Photographs.

    Swann Auction Galleries
  • James Vanderzee, Untitled (Bride and Groom), 1926.
    Apr. 02, 2026

    James Vanderzee, Untitled (Bride and Groom), 1926.

    Est: $1,500 - $2,500

    James VanDerZee (1886-1986) Untitled (Bride and Groom). Silver print, 1926. With VanDerZee's "G.G.G. Photo Studio, Inc., 109 West 135th St." ink hand stamp on verso.

    Swann Auction Galleries
  • James Vanderzee (1886-1986), Daydreams, circa 1926.
    Apr. 02, 2026

    James Vanderzee (1886-1986), Daydreams, circa 1926.

    Est: $3,000 - $5,000

    James VanDerZee (1886-1986) Daydreams. Silver print, circa 1926. Signed in ink, lower right. Signed, titled, and dated in pencil, verso. Printed in 1981 under the supervision of James VanDerZee.

    Swann Auction Galleries
  • James Van Der Zee, 1886-1983, Garvey in Regalia
    Dec. 13, 2025

    James Van Der Zee, 1886-1983, Garvey in Regalia

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    James Van Der Zee 1886-1983 Garvey in Regalia 1924 (printed in 1970s) gelatin silverprint 4-3/4 x 6-3/4 inches bears pencil signature and title verso, most likely by his estate VanderZee was commissioned in 1924 to be the official photographer of Garvey and the UNIA.

    Black Art Auction
  • James Van der Zee, 1886-1983, Marcus Garvey and Garvey Militia, Harlem
    Dec. 13, 2025

    James Van der Zee, 1886-1983, Marcus Garvey and Garvey Militia, Harlem

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    James Van der Zee 1886-1983 Marcus Garvey and Garvey Militia, Harlem 1924 (printed in 1974) gelatin silver print 9-1/2 x 7-3/4 inches (image) signed, numbered in pencil on mount, VII 26 of 75

    Black Art Auction
  • James Van der Zee, 1886-1983, Whittier Preparatory School, Phoebus, Virginia
    Dec. 13, 2025

    James Van der Zee, 1886-1983, Whittier Preparatory School, Phoebus, Virginia

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    James Van der Zee 1886-1983 Whittier Preparatory School, Phoebus, Virginia 1907 (printed in 1974) gelatin silver print 5-1/2 x 7-1/2 inches (image) signed and numbered on the mount in pencil, II 26 of 75 Van der Zee briefly attended music classes at Whittier as a young man and became a competent violinist (prior to taking a strong interest in photography).

    Black Art Auction
  • James Van der Zee, 1886-1983, Wedding Day Harlem
    Dec. 13, 2025

    James Van der Zee, 1886-1983, Wedding Day Harlem

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    James Van der Zee 1886-1983 Wedding Day Harlem 1924 (printed in 1974) Gelatin silver print 9 1/2 x 7 inches signed, numbered on the mount XII, 26 of 75

    Black Art Auction
  • James Vanderzee, 1886-1983, Memories
    Oct. 18, 2025

    James Vanderzee, 1886-1983, Memories

    Est: $300 - $500

    James Vanderzee 1886-1983 Memories 1921 photogravure 9 x 11-1/2 inches (image), full margins signed, titled and dated in plate only

    Black Art Auction
  • James Van Der Zee, 1886-1983, untitled
    Oct. 18, 2025

    James Van Der Zee, 1886-1983, untitled

    Est: $400 - $600

    James Van Der Zee 1886-1983 untitled 1924 photogravure 12 x 8 Inches (image), full margins signed and dated in plate only A curatorial note from the ICP Museum: this image was featured in Your Mirror: Portraits from the ICP Collection (2019) "This studio portrait shows a man dressed in modern attire, but clad in shackles from neck to feet. The man is most likely a magician or escape artist like Harry Houdini or Black Herman, both popular performers when this photograph was taken. But the sight of a black man in chains standing in the splendor of African American photographer James Van Der Zee’s studio creates an image that is more complicated than a standard promotional photo. VanDerZee was one of the most successful photographers in Harlem, in part because he shared the racial pride of his sitters, and always strove to create elegant, yet idealized portraits. He documented everything and everyone in the neighborhood, from the emerging black middle class to celebrities of the Harlem Renaissance, from community gatherings and weddings to funerals.

    Black Art Auction
  • James Vanderzee (1886-1986), Untitled (Portrait of an Unidentified Gentleman), 1956.
    Oct. 07, 2025

    James Vanderzee (1886-1986), Untitled (Portrait of an Unidentified Gentleman), 1956.

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    James Vanderzee 1886-1986 Untitled (Portrait of an Unidentified Gentleman). Silver print, 1956. With VanDerZee's "GGG Photo Studio" ink hand stamp on verso.

    Swann Auction Galleries
  • James Vanderzee (1886-1986), Untitled (Garveyite Family, Harlem), 1924.
    Oct. 07, 2025

    James Vanderzee (1886-1986), Untitled (Garveyite Family, Harlem), 1924.

    Est: $5,000 - $7,000

    James Vanderzee (1886-1986) Untitled (Garveyite Family, Harlem). Silver print, 1924. Signed and numbered VIII and 25/75 in pencil on the mount. Published by Graphics International Ltd., Washington, DC, in 1974. From Eighteen Photographs.

    Swann Auction Galleries
  • James Van Der Zee - Escape Artist Photograph
    Jun. 21, 2025

    James Van Der Zee - Escape Artist Photograph

    Est: $200 - $300

    James Van Der Zee (1886-1983) photogravure on paper. Signed in the plate, 1924. Scattered foxing in margins. 12.5"x16"

    Freedom Auction Company
  • James Vanderzee, 1886-1983, Atlantic City
    Jun. 14, 2025

    James Vanderzee, 1886-1983, Atlantic City

    Est: $1,500 - $2,500

    James Vanderzee 1886-1983 Atlantic City 1930 (printed in 1974) gelatin silver print 6-1/2 x 3-7/8 inches (image) 15 x 12-1/2 inches (mount) signed and numbered XIV and 25/75 printed and published by Richard Benson and Graphics International Ltd., Washington, DC in 1974. from "Eighteen Photographs"

    Black Art Auction
  • James Vanderzee, 1886-1983, untitled (Garveyite Family, Harlem)
    Jun. 14, 2025

    James Vanderzee, 1886-1983, untitled (Garveyite Family, Harlem)

    Est: $1,500 - $2,500

    James Vanderzee 1886-1983 untitled (Garveyite Family, Harlem) 1924/1974 silver print 9-1/2 x 8 inches signed, and numbered VIII and 25/75 Published by Graphics International Ltd., Washington, DC in 1974. From Eighteen Photographs.

    Black Art Auction
  • JAMES VAN DER ZEE (1886-1983). Eighteen Photographs, 1907-1938.
    Apr. 17, 2025

    JAMES VAN DER ZEE (1886-1983). Eighteen Photographs, 1907-1938.

    Est: $10,000 - $15,000

    JAMES VAN DER ZEE (1886-1983). Eighteen Photographs, 1907-1938.

    Christie's
  • James Vanderzee, 1886-1983, Swimming Team, Harlem
    Mar. 15, 2025

    James Vanderzee, 1886-1983, Swimming Team, Harlem

    Est: $2,500 - $3,500

    James Vanderzee 1886-1983 Swimming Team, Harlem 1925/1974 gelatin silver print ( from Eighteen Photographs portfolio) 2-9/16 x 9-5/16 inches signed, inscribed, 11/7/XV in pencil

    Black Art Auction
  • James Van Der Zee "Barefoot Prophet" Photograph
    Jan. 29, 2025

    James Van Der Zee "Barefoot Prophet" Photograph

    Est: $1,000 - $2,000

    James Augustus Van Der Zee (American, 1886-1983). Gelatin silver print photograph titled "Barefoot Prophet" depicting a man sitting in a parlor, 1982. The photograph was captured in 1929 and reprinted in 1982. Studio blindstamp along the lower right. Pencil signed and dated 1982 along the verso. Number 30/250. The photograph was originally captured in 1929 and reprinted under the supervision of James Van Der Zee in 1982.

    Revere Auctions
  • James Van Der Zee, Swimming Team, Harlem
    Dec. 12, 2024

    James Van Der Zee, Swimming Team, Harlem

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    James Van Der Zee Swimming Team, Harlem 1925 / printed 1974 gelatin silver print image: 2.5 h x 9.25 w in (6 x 23 cm) mount: 12.5 h x 15 w in (32 x 38 cm) Signed and dated to mount '11-7-XV J. Van Der Zee'. This work is artist's proof 7 of 15 apart from the edition of 75 published by Graphics International, Ltd., Washington, D.C. Provenance: Rago, 20|21 Art, 25 March 2020, Lot 197 | Private Collection This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.

    Los Angeles Modern Auctions
  • James Van Der Zee, Keeping out of mischief, 1930
    Dec. 05, 2024

    James Van Der Zee, Keeping out of mischief, 1930

    Est: $700 - $1,000

    VAN DER ZEE, JAMES (1886-1983) Keeping out of mischief, 1930, possibly vintage. Gelatin silver print, ferrotyped, 7 x 9 1/2 inches (177 x 241 mm), signed in the negative, signed in pencil on the mat, and signed later in pencil on the verso by Van Der Zee, titled and dated in another hand. Corners worn, several creases and marks, small losses to corners and edges in the plateholder area. Framed.

    DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
  • JAMES VAN DER ZEE - New York City 1930
    Sep. 22, 2024

    JAMES VAN DER ZEE - New York City 1930

    Est: $900 - $1,200

    JAMES VAN DER ZEE (American, 1886-1983) "New York City 1930" 1930/1978 - Limited edition gelatin silver print, 6/75. Signed in ink lower right, editioned lower left. Unframed, professionally matted by Witkin Gallery with no tape in contact with the print. 5 X 6.75 inches (image), 11 x 14 inches (sheet), 16 x 20 inches (mat). Excellent condition. From the portfolio Ten Photographers, compiled in 1978 by and for the Women's Campaign Fund in a limited edition of 75. Portfolio 41/75 is held by the Library of Congress (Washington), another is held by The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

    Saskatchewan Network for Art Collecting
  • James Van Der Zee, 1886-1983, Woman Seated by a Piano
    Sep. 14, 2024

    James Van Der Zee, 1886-1983, Woman Seated by a Piano

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    James Van Der Zee 1886-1983 Woman Seated by a Piano 1947 gelatin silver print 9-7/8 x 8 inches (sheet) signed and dated in image (in the negative) label verso from Christie's NY, Oct 1, 2016, Lot 194 for more information about James Van Der Zee, see our book: http://blackartauction.squarespace.com/james-vanderzee

    Black Art Auction
  • [WORLD WAR I]. Photograph of the Harlem Hellfighters, African American troops. New York: Guarantee Photo Studio, operated by noted Harlem photographer James VANDERZEE (1886-1983), ca 1919.
    Feb. 27, 2024

    [WORLD WAR I]. Photograph of the Harlem Hellfighters, African American troops. New York: Guarantee Photo Studio, operated by noted Harlem photographer James VANDERZEE (1886-1983), ca 1919.

    Est: $400 - $600

    [WORLD WAR I]. Photograph of the Harlem Hellfighters, African American troops. New York: Guarantee Photo Studio, operated by noted Harlem photographer James VANDERZEE (1886-1983), ca 1919. 9 x 7 in. (including margins) unmounted silver gelatin photograph, likely a period copy (some soiling throughout, adhesive residue to lower margin, light wear to edges and corners). Lower right corner of image embossed "Guarantee Photo Studio 109 West 135th St. N.Y." Verso with additional Guarantee Photo Studio stamps and pencil inscription reading, "Studio of James VanDerZee." Featured in the image are African American soldiers, most likely of the 369th Infantry Regiment, known as the "Harlem Hellfighters." An all-Black regiment, the 369th fought heroically on the front lines in France during World War I and received an enthusiastic welcome from civilians at the victory parade held in 1919 upon their return home. African American photographer James VanDerZee was one of a few photographers who photographed the parade. The image featured here appears to have been taken in a rural setting. Research indicates that this may have been taken in 1918 when the Harlem Hellfighters were training in France. They were documented by the International Film Service at that time, and the original image may have been produced then. A rare, possibly undocumented image. This lot is located in Cincinnati.

    Hindman
  • [EARLY PHOTOGRAPHY]. Church Group, 1938. New York, NY: G.G.G. Photo Studio, operated by noted Harlem photographer James VANDERZEE (1886-1983).
    Feb. 27, 2024

    [EARLY PHOTOGRAPHY]. Church Group, 1938. New York, NY: G.G.G. Photo Studio, operated by noted Harlem photographer James VANDERZEE (1886-1983).

    Est: $500 - $700

    [EARLY PHOTOGRAPHY]. Church Group, 1938. New York, NY: G.G.G. Photo Studio, operated by noted Harlem photographer James VANDERZEE (1886-1983). 8 x 10 in. (including margins) unmounted silver gelatin photograph (wear to edges and corners, including creasing to each corner). Signed and dated in negative at lower right corner, "VanDerZee, 1938." Verso with 3 "G.G.G. Photo Studio, 2077-7th Ave., N.Y.C." ink stamps, and penciled number "5223." James VanDerZee was best known for his photographs of African American New Yorkers. He began his career as a darkroom assistant in 1915, but opened his own studio in Harlem the following year. Throughout World War I, his business blossomed, and following the war, he produced hundreds of portraits of Harlem's expanding middle class population. Some of VanDerZee's more famous subjects include Bill "Bojangles" Robinson, Joe Louis, Florence Mills, Countee Cullen, and Marcus Garvey. This lot is located in Cincinnati.

    Hindman
  • [EARLY PHOTOGRAPHY]. Ebony Boys. New York, NY: G.G.G. Photo Studio, 1933, operated by noted Harlem photographer James VANDERZEE (1886-1983).
    Feb. 27, 2024

    [EARLY PHOTOGRAPHY]. Ebony Boys. New York, NY: G.G.G. Photo Studio, 1933, operated by noted Harlem photographer James VANDERZEE (1886-1983).

    Est: $300 - $400

    [EARLY PHOTOGRAPHY]. Ebony Boys. New York, NY: G.G.G. Photo Studio, 1933, operated by noted Harlem photographer James VANDERZEE (1886-1983). 7 x 9 in. silver gelatin photograph (light toning, few minor spots, some edge wear). Signed and dated in negative at lower right corner, "1933, VanDerZee, N.Y.C." Verso with "G.G.G. Photo Studio, 2077-7th Ave., N.Y.C." ink stamp. Inscribed lower right in ink, "To Mrs. Ross From 3 Ebony Boys." James VanDerZee was best known for his photographs of African American New Yorkers. He began his career as a darkroom assistant in 1915, but opened his own studio in Harlem the following year. Throughout World War I, his business blossomed, and following the war, he produced hundreds of portraits of Harlem's expanding middle class population. Some of VanDerZee's more famous subjects include Bill "Bojangles" Robinson, Joe Louis, Florence Mills, Countee Cullen, and Marcus Garvey. This lot is located in Cincinnati.

    Hindman
  • JAMES VAN DER ZEE, FATHER DIVINE PHOTO
    Jan. 25, 2024

    JAMES VAN DER ZEE, FATHER DIVINE PHOTO

    Est: $200 - $400

    James Vander Zee, Father Divine Photo. Silver gelatin print. Provenance: Private Philadelphia Estate. Frame: 16" x 14" Scene: 9.25" x 7.25"

    Ashcroft and Moore
  • JAMES VAN DER ZEE, FATHER DIVINE PHOTO
    Jan. 04, 2024

    JAMES VAN DER ZEE, FATHER DIVINE PHOTO

    Est: $200 - $400

    James Vander Zee, Father Divine Photo. Silver gelatin print. Provenance: Private Philadelphia Estate. Frame: 16" x 14" Scene: 9.25" x 7.25"

    Ashcroft and Moore
  • James Van Der Zee. Undeclared War
    Dec. 12, 2023

    James Van Der Zee. Undeclared War

    Est: $600 - $1,200

    VAN DER ZEE, JAMES (1886–1983) Undeclared War, 1927, printed 1982. Gelatin silver print on Brovira, image 9 7/8 x 7 13/16 inches (252 x 200 mm) on larger sheet, signed in the negative, with the estate blindstamp on the face of the print (l.r.), verso signed by both James and Donna Van Der Zee, numbered 20 from the edition of 75, and extensively annotated in pencil, with the Van Der Zee certificate attached to the rear of the frame. No defects noted in raking light. Framed. Norma Stevens represented Richard Avedon for thirty years, and her husband Martin (d. 2016) was an art and creative director for Revlon and other agencies.

    DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
  • James Van der Zee. Identical Twins
    Dec. 12, 2023

    James Van der Zee. Identical Twins

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    VAN DER ZEE, JAMES (1886–1983) Identical Twins, 1924, printed 1980s. Gelatin silver print on Brovira, image 7 5/8 x 10 1/16 inches (194 x 256 mm) on larger sheet, signed in the negative only, with the estate blindstamp on the face of the print (l.r.), verso signed in pencil by Donna Van Der Zee, numbered 14 from the edition of 250 and extensively annotated in pencil. No defects noted in raking light. Framed. Norma Stevens represented Richard Avedon for thirty years, and her husband Martin (d. 2016) was an art and creative director for Revlon and other agencies.

    DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
  • James Van Der Zee, James Van Der Zee Photography exhibition poster
    Dec. 01, 2023

    James Van Der Zee, James Van Der Zee Photography exhibition poster

    Est: $200 - $400

    James Van Der Zee James Van Der Zee Photography exhibition poster 1923 / printed c. 1970 offset lithograph image: 14.125 h x 11.125 w in (36 x 28 cm) sheet: 24.375 h x 17.625 w in (62 x 45 cm) Signed to below image 'James Van Der Zee'. This work was published for the exhibition James Van Derzee: Photography held at G. Ray Hawkins Gallery, Beverly Hills. Provenance: Collection of Susan and G. Ray Hawkins, Beverly Hills This work will ship from Los Angeles, California.

    Los Angeles Modern Auctions
  • JAMES VAN DER ZEE, FATHER DIVINE PHOTO
    Nov. 14, 2023

    JAMES VAN DER ZEE, FATHER DIVINE PHOTO

    Est: $200 - $400

    James Vander Zee, Father Divine Photo. Silver gelatin print. Provenance: Private Philadelphia Estate. Frame: 16" x 14" Scene: 9.25" x 7.25"

    Ashcroft and Moore
  • JAMES VAN DER ZEE PHOTO, GREENER PASTURES
    Nov. 14, 2023

    JAMES VAN DER ZEE PHOTO, GREENER PASTURES

    Est: $800 - $1,000

    James Van Der Zee Photo, Greener Pastures. Provenance: Private Philadelphia Estate. Frame: 14.25" x 17.25" Scene: 7.75" x 9.5"

    Ashcroft and Moore
  • JAMES VAN DER ZEE (1886-1983) Wedding studio portrait.
    Oct. 05, 2023

    JAMES VAN DER ZEE (1886-1983) Wedding studio portrait.

    Est: $2,500 - $3,500

    JAMES VAN DER ZEE (1886-1983) Wedding studio portrait. Silver print, the image measuring 10x8 inches (25.4x20.3 cm.), with Van Der Zee's signature and date in the negative and numeric notations in pencil on verso. 1923 James Van Der Zee is one of the best known photographers of the Harlem Renaissance. His studio documented daily life of the Black residents of the neighborhood as well as their important occasions, including marriage, communion, military service, and death. In these portraits his sitters are radiant and optimistic, conveying their aspirations and spirit, as well as their comfort in the photographer's presence. Van Der Zee's body of work also included documenting parades, events, and nightlife, creating an extraordinary body of work that together offers a chronicle of the individual lives lived of Harlem. Overwhelmingly optimistic and artful, the portraits provide a glimpse into the religious, social, and political fabric of the influential center of culture.

    Swann Auction Galleries
  • VAN DER ZEE, JAMES (1886-1983) Identical Twins, 1924, printed 1980s.
    Jun. 21, 2023

    VAN DER ZEE, JAMES (1886-1983) Identical Twins, 1924, printed 1980s.

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    VAN DER ZEE, JAMES (1886-1983) Identical Twins, 1924, printed 1980s. Gelatin silver print on Brovira, image 7 5/8 x 10 1/16 inches (194 x 256 mm) on larger sheet, signed in the negative only, with the estate blindstamp on the face of the print (l.r.), verso signed in pencil by Donna Van Der Zee, numbered 14 from the edition of 250 and extensively annotated in pencil. No defects noted in raking light. Framed. Norma Stevens represented Richard Avedon for thirty years, and her husband Martin (d. 2016) was an art and creative director for Revlon and other agencies. C Collection of Norma and Martin Stevens

    DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
  • VAN DER ZEE, JAMES (1886-1983) Undeclared War, 1927, printed 1982.
    Jun. 21, 2023

    VAN DER ZEE, JAMES (1886-1983) Undeclared War, 1927, printed 1982.

    Est: $1,200 - $1,800

    VAN DER ZEE, JAMES (1886-1983) Undeclared War, 1927, printed 1982. Gelatin silver print on Brovira, image 9 7/8 x 7 13/16 inches (252 x 200 mm) on larger sheet, signed in the negative, with the estate blindstamp on the face of the print (l.r.), verso signed by both James and Donna Van Der Zee, numbered 20 from the edition of 75, and extensively annotated in pencil, with the Van Der Zee certificate attached to the rear of the frame. No defects noted in raking light. Framed. Norma Stevens represented Richard Avedon for thirty years, and her husband Martin (d. 2016) was an art and creative director for Revlon and other agencies. C Collection of Norma and Martin Stevens

    DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
  • James Van Der Zee (1886-1983) "James Van Der Zee: Eighteen Photographs, 1905-1939"; and selected studio portraits
    May. 02, 2023

    James Van Der Zee (1886-1983) "James Van Der Zee: Eighteen Photographs, 1905-1939"; and selected studio portraits

    Est: $25,000 - $35,000

    James Van Der Zee (1886-1983) "James Van Der Zee: Eighteen Photographs, 1905-1939"; and selected studio portraits Washington, D.C., Graphics International: 18 gelatin silver prints, printed 1974 by Richard Benson, each signed, consecutively numbered 'I- XVIII' and '13/75' in pencil on the mount; text inserts and portfolio case; accompanied by three gelatin silver studio portraits, 1928-1929, two signed, inscribed 'N.Y.C' and dated in the negative; two stamped 'Gaynella Greenlee Guarantee Photo Studio' on the verso. image: varying sizes - largest 9 1/2 x 7 1/2in. (24.2 x 19cm.) mount: each 15 x 12 1/2in. (18.1 x 31.7cm.) accompanying portraits, sheet: each 10 x 8in. (25.4 x 20.3cm.)

    Hindman
  • JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 - 1983) Untitled (Woman in Native American Dress).
    Apr. 06, 2023

    JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 - 1983) Untitled (Woman in Native American Dress).

    Est: $3,000 - $5,000

    JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 - 1983) Untitled (Woman in Native American Dress). Silver print, 1924. 254x203mm; 10x8 inches. Signed and dated in pencil, verso. This scarce James VanDerZee photograph shows a woman posing in Indigenous American dress for a studio portrait.

    Swann Auction Galleries
  • JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 - 1983) Mrs. Turner, Lenox, Mass.
    Apr. 06, 2023

    JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 - 1983) Mrs. Turner, Lenox, Mass.

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 - 1983) Mrs. Turner, Lenox, Mass. Silver print, 1905. 178x140 mm; 7x5 1/2 inches. Signed and numbered "I" and 70/75 in pencil on the mount. Printed and published by Richard Berson and Graphics International Ltd., Washington, DC in 1974. From Eighteen Photographs.

    Swann Auction Galleries
  • James VanDerZee, 1886-1983, Harlem
    Nov. 19, 2022

    James VanDerZee, 1886-1983, Harlem

    Est: $3,000 - $5,000

    James VanDerZee 1886-1983 Harlem c. 1920 gelatin silverprint 8-1/2 x 6 inches bears signature and title in pencil verso: James Vanderzee, Harlem. Without a doubt, the work is by Vanderzee, but it is unknown if that writing is in the artist's hand. Provenance: The Melvin Holmes Collection of African American Art Illustrated: The Melvin Holmes Collection of African American Art, Thom Pegg, p. 129. http://blackartauction.squarespace.com/publications#/the-melvin-holmes-collection-of-african-american-art-1/ Exhibited: Kent State University Museum: "TEXTURES: The History and Art of Black Hair" Exhibition dates: Oct. 1, 2020 – Aug. 29, 2021.

    Black Art Auction
  • James VanDerZee, 1886-1983, Nude (Harlem)
    Nov. 19, 2022

    James VanDerZee, 1886-1983, Nude (Harlem)

    Est: $4,000 - $6,000

    James VanDerZee 1886-1983 Nude (Harlem) 1923/1986 silver print 9 1/2 x 7 1/2 inches posthumous printing by the estate (blind stamp) certified by Donna VanDerZee in pencil verso (typical) and numbered, 75/250.

    Black Art Auction
  • JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 - 1983) Couple in Raccoon Coats, 1932 (Couple, Harlem).
    Oct. 06, 2022

    JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 - 1983) Couple in Raccoon Coats, 1932 (Couple, Harlem).

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 - 1983) Couple in Raccoon Coats, 1932 (Couple, Harlem). Silver print, 1932. 95x119 mm; 3 3/4x4 5/8 inches. Initialed, titled and dated '81 in pencil on the mount. Printed in 1981. . This photograph of a Harlem couple dressed in fur with their Cadillac on West 127th Street is VanDerZee's most iconic image.

    Swann Auction Galleries
  • JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 - 1983) Untitled (Portrait of a Boy in a Sailor Suit).
    Oct. 06, 2022

    JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 - 1983) Untitled (Portrait of a Boy in a Sailor Suit).

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 - 1983) Untitled (Portrait of a Boy in a Sailor Suit). Silver print, 1927. 177x127 mm; 7x5 inches. Signed, titled, dated and inscribed "Copyright 1969 by James VanDerZee All Rights Reserved, Vintage Print, Certified Donna VanDerZee" in pencil with James VanDerZee's "G.G.G. Photo Studio, Inc., 109 West 135th St." ink stamp, verso.

    Swann Auction Galleries
  • JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 - 1983) Native American Couple.
    Oct. 06, 2022

    JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 - 1983) Native American Couple.

    Est: $3,000 - $5,000

    JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 - 1983) Native American Couple. Silver print, 1907. 120x88 mm; 4 3/4x3 1/2 inches. Signed and dated in pencil, verso. This scarce and early Vanderzee photograph shows a male and female duo dressed in Indigenous American regalia. Another example of this photograph is in the collection of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts.

    Swann Auction Galleries
  • JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 - 1983) Mrs. Turner, Lenox, Mass.
    Oct. 06, 2022

    JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 - 1983) Mrs. Turner, Lenox, Mass.

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 - 1983) Mrs. Turner, Lenox, Mass. Silver print, 1905. 178x140 mm; 7x5 1/2 inches. Signed and numbered I and 70/75 in pencil on the mount. Printed and published by Richard Berson and Graphics International Ltd., Washington, DC in 1974. From Eighteen Photographs.

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  • JAMES VAN DER ZEE (1885-1983) Teddy Hall (Raining Musical Instruments).
    Apr. 14, 2022

    JAMES VAN DER ZEE (1885-1983) Teddy Hall (Raining Musical Instruments).

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    JAMES VAN DER ZEE (1885-1983) Teddy Hall (Raining Musical Instruments). Silver print, the image measuring 9 1/2x7 1/2 inches (24x19 cm.), the sheet slightly larger, with inventory notations in pencil and three GGG Photo Studio stamps on verso. 1933

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  • JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 -1983) GGG Photo Studio.
    Mar. 31, 2022

    JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 -1983) GGG Photo Studio.

    Est: $3,000 - $5,000

    JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 -1983) GGG Photo Studio. Silver print, circa early 1940s. 219x140 mm; 8 1/2x5 1/2 inches. Printed in the 1940s, with the artist's GGG Photo Studio ink stamp, verso. This scarce photograph shows the artist's studio on the ground and first floors at 272 Lenox Avenue in Harlem.

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  • JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 - 1983) The Heiress, Harlem.
    Mar. 31, 2022

    JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 - 1983) The Heiress, Harlem.

    Est: $2,000 - $3,000

    JAMES VANDERZEE (1886 - 1983) The Heiress, Harlem. Silver print, 1938. 191x241 mm; 7 1/2x9 1/2 inches. Signed and numbered XVII and 70/75 in pencil on the mount. Printed and published by Richard Berson and Graphics International Ltd., Washington, DC in 1974. From Eighteen Photographs.

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