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  • Joe Waano-Gano (1906-1982, Cherokee), "Plains Chieftain"
    Jun. 30, 2026

    Joe Waano-Gano (1906-1982, Cherokee), "Plains Chieftain"

    Est: $400 - $600

    Joe Waano-Gano (1906-1982, Cherokee) "Plains Chieftain" Oil on canvas mounted to artist's board Signed lower right: Joe Waano-Gano; titled and stamped with the artist's address, verso

    John Moran Auctioneers
  • WITHDRAWN
    Jun. 28, 2026

    WITHDRAWN

    Est: $425 - $550

    WITHDRAWN

    Broward Auction Gallery LLC
  • Joe Waano Gano (CA,1906-1982) watercolor painting
    Jun. 28, 2026

    Joe Waano Gano (CA,1906-1982) watercolor painting

    Est: $425 - $550

    ARTIST: Joe Theodore Waano Gano (California, 1906 - 1982) TITLE: Portrait of Chief Johnny Big Tree (titled on verso) YEAR: 1971 MEDIUM: watercolor on paper CONDITION: Minor age toning. Framed under glass. Wear to frame. ART SIZE: 14 x 11 inches / 35 x 27 cm FRAME SIZE: 21 x 17 inches / 53 x 43 cm SIGNATURE: lower left NOTE: has artist's label on verso LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. NAME VARIANTS: Joe Theodore Noonan CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152027 US SHIPPING: $79 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: A Cherokee, Noonan moved to Los Angeles at an early age. He studied art locally at UCLA, USC, and with Theodore Lukits and Christian Von Schneidau. An auto accident in 1961 left him unable to paint; however, he continued to lecture and write on the art of the American Indian. He was a resident of Los Angeles until his death on Sept. 1, 1982. His Indian name was Joe Waano-Gano.Member: Calif. Art Club; San Fernando Valley AA.Exh: LA Co. Fair, 1927 (1st prize); Kern Co. Fair, 1929 (prize); Century of Progress Expo (Chicago), 1933; LACMA, 1940 (1st solo), 1946; Exposition Bldg (LA), 1943; Gardena High School, 1946 (prize); LA City Hall, 1946; Painters & Sculptors of LA, 1947-65.

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  • Joe Waano Gano (CA,1906-1982) acrylic painting
    Jun. 21, 2026

    Joe Waano Gano (CA,1906-1982) acrylic painting

    Est: $450 - $575

    ARTIST: Joe Theodore Waano Gano (California, 1906 - 1982) TITLE: Indian Man - Ghost Dance Chant (titled on verso) YEAR: 1981 MEDIUM: acrylic and watercolor on board CONDITION: One nail hole by the upper edge. Some foxing. Some scratches. No visible inpaint under UV light. Wear to frame. ART SIZE: 28 x 22 inches / 71 x 55 cm FRAME SIZE: 36 x 30 inches / 91 x 76 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: has artist's stamp on verso LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. NAME VARIANTS: Joe Theodore Noonan CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 156375 US SHIPPING: $139 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: A Cherokee, Noonan moved to Los Angeles at an early age. He studied art locally at UCLA, USC, and with Theodore Lukits and Christian Von Schneidau. An auto accident in 1961 left him unable to paint; however, he continued to lecture and write on the art of the American Indian. He was a resident of Los Angeles until his death on Sept. 1, 1982. His Indian name was Joe Waano-Gano.Member: Calif. Art Club; San Fernando Valley AA.Exh: LA Co. Fair, 1927 (1st prize); Kern Co. Fair, 1929 (prize); Century of Progress Expo (Chicago), 1933; LACMA, 1940 (1st solo), 1946; Exposition Bldg (LA), 1943; Gardena High School, 1946 (prize); LA City Hall, 1946; Painters & Sculptors of LA, 1947-65.

    Broward Auction Gallery LLC
  • Joe Waano Gano (CA,1906-1982) watercolor painting antique
    Jun. 21, 2026

    Joe Waano Gano (CA,1906-1982) watercolor painting antique

    Est: $400 - $500

    ARTIST: Joe Theodore Waano Gano (California, 1906 - 1982) TITLE: Portrait of Indian Man Tom Crow Winnebagoe (titled on verso) YEAR: 1940 MEDIUM: watercolor on paper CONDITION: Minor age toning. Framed under glass. Wear to frame. ART SIZE: 14 x 11 inches / 35 x 27 cm FRAME SIZE: 21 x 17 inches / 53 x 43 cm SIGNATURE: lower right and on verso LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. NAME VARIANTS: Joe Theodore Noonan CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 156381 US SHIPPING: $79 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: A Cherokee, Noonan moved to Los Angeles at an early age. He studied art locally at UCLA, USC, and with Theodore Lukits and Christian Von Schneidau. An auto accident in 1961 left him unable to paint; however, he continued to lecture and write on the art of the American Indian. He was a resident of Los Angeles until his death on Sept. 1, 1982. His Indian name was Joe Waano-Gano.Member: Calif. Art Club; San Fernando Valley AA.Exh: LA Co. Fair, 1927 (1st prize); Kern Co. Fair, 1929 (prize); Century of Progress Expo (Chicago), 1933; LACMA, 1940 (1st solo), 1946; Exposition Bldg (LA), 1943; Gardena High School, 1946 (prize); LA City Hall, 1946; Painters & Sculptors of LA, 1947-65.

    Broward Auction Gallery LLC
  • Joe Waano Gano (CA,1906-1982) oil painting
    Jun. 07, 2026

    Joe Waano Gano (CA,1906-1982) oil painting

    Est: $425 - $550

    ARTIST: Joe Theodore Waano Gano (California, 1906 - 1982) TITLE: Blushing Buttes (titled on verso) MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Few small paint losses along edges. No visible inpaint under UV light. Minor damages to frame. ART SIZE: 18 x 24 inches / 45 x 60 cm FRAME SIZE: 28 x 34 inches / 71 x 86 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: has artist's stamp on verso LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. NAME VARIANTS: Joe Theodore Noonan CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 156378 US SHIPPING: $119 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: A Cherokee, Noonan moved to Los Angeles at an early age. He studied art locally at UCLA, USC, and with Theodore Lukits and Christian Von Schneidau. An auto accident in 1961 left him unable to paint; however, he continued to lecture and write on the art of the American Indian. He was a resident of Los Angeles until his death on Sept. 1, 1982. His Indian name was Joe Waano-Gano.Member: Calif. Art Club; San Fernando Valley AA.Exh: LA Co. Fair, 1927 (1st prize); Kern Co. Fair, 1929 (prize); Century of Progress Expo (Chicago), 1933; LACMA, 1940 (1st solo), 1946; Exposition Bldg (LA), 1943; Gardena High School, 1946 (prize); LA City Hall, 1946; Painters & Sculptors of LA, 1947-65.

    Broward Auction Gallery LLC
  • Joe Waano Gano (CA,1906-1982) oil painting
    Jun. 07, 2026

    Joe Waano Gano (CA,1906-1982) oil painting

    Est: $525 - $675

    ARTIST: Joe Theodore Waano Gano (California, 1906 - 1982) TITLE: Indian Man - Nocturnal Sololoquy (titled on verso) YEAR: 1967 MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Some paint losses mostly by the lower edge. No visible inpaint under UV light. Wear to frame. ART SIZE: 30 x 24 inches / 76 x 60 cm FRAME SIZE: 37 x 30 inches / 93 x 76 cm SIGNATURE: lower right and on verso NOTE: has artist's stamp on stretcher LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. NAME VARIANTS: Joe Theodore Noonan CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 156376 US SHIPPING: $139 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: A Cherokee, Noonan moved to Los Angeles at an early age. He studied art locally at UCLA, USC, and with Theodore Lukits and Christian Von Schneidau. An auto accident in 1961 left him unable to paint; however, he continued to lecture and write on the art of the American Indian. He was a resident of Los Angeles until his death on Sept. 1, 1982. His Indian name was Joe Waano-Gano.Member: Calif. Art Club; San Fernando Valley AA.Exh: LA Co. Fair, 1927 (1st prize); Kern Co. Fair, 1929 (prize); Century of Progress Expo (Chicago), 1933; LACMA, 1940 (1st solo), 1946; Exposition Bldg (LA), 1943; Gardena High School, 1946 (prize); LA City Hall, 1946; Painters & Sculptors of LA, 1947-65.

    Broward Auction Gallery LLC
  • Joe Waano Gano (CA,1906-1982) oil painting
    May. 31, 2026

    Joe Waano Gano (CA,1906-1982) oil painting

    Est: $425 - $550

    ARTIST: Joe Theodore Waano Gano (California, 1906 - 1982) TITLE: Portrait of Cheyenne Brave (titled on stretcher) YEAR: 1981 MEDIUM: oil on canvas CONDITION: Few minor paint losses mostly along edges. No visible inpaint under UV light. Wear to frame. ART SIZE: 24 x 18 inches / 60 x 45 cm FRAME SIZE: 28 x 22 inches / 71 x 55 cm SIGNATURE: lower left NOTE: has artist's stamp on verso LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. NAME VARIANTS: Joe Theodore Noonan CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 156380 US SHIPPING: $95 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: A Cherokee, Noonan moved to Los Angeles at an early age. He studied art locally at UCLA, USC, and with Theodore Lukits and Christian Von Schneidau. An auto accident in 1961 left him unable to paint; however, he continued to lecture and write on the art of the American Indian. He was a resident of Los Angeles until his death on Sept. 1, 1982. His Indian name was Joe Waano-Gano.Member: Calif. Art Club; San Fernando Valley AA.Exh: LA Co. Fair, 1927 (1st prize); Kern Co. Fair, 1929 (prize); Century of Progress Expo (Chicago), 1933; LACMA, 1940 (1st solo), 1946; Exposition Bldg (LA), 1943; Gardena High School, 1946 (prize); LA City Hall, 1946; Painters & Sculptors of LA, 1947-65.

    Broward Auction Gallery LLC
  • Joe Waano Gano (CA,1906-1982) watercolor painting antique
    May. 31, 2026

    Joe Waano Gano (CA,1906-1982) watercolor painting antique

    Est: $400 - $500

    ARTIST: Joe Theodore Waano Gano (California, 1906 - 1982) TITLE: Portrait of Indian Man YEAR: 1940 MEDIUM: watercolor on paper CONDITION: Minor age toning. Framed under glass. Wear to frame. ART SIZE: 14 x 11 inches / 35 x 27 cm FRAME SIZE: 21 x 18 inches / 53 x 45 cm SIGNATURE: lower left NOTE: has artist's label on verso LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. NAME VARIANTS: Joe Theodore Noonan CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 156377 US SHIPPING: $95 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: A Cherokee, Noonan moved to Los Angeles at an early age. He studied art locally at UCLA, USC, and with Theodore Lukits and Christian Von Schneidau. An auto accident in 1961 left him unable to paint; however, he continued to lecture and write on the art of the American Indian. He was a resident of Los Angeles until his death on Sept. 1, 1982. His Indian name was Joe Waano-Gano.Member: Calif. Art Club; San Fernando Valley AA.Exh: LA Co. Fair, 1927 (1st prize); Kern Co. Fair, 1929 (prize); Century of Progress Expo (Chicago), 1933; LACMA, 1940 (1st solo), 1946; Exposition Bldg (LA), 1943; Gardena High School, 1946 (prize); LA City Hall, 1946; Painters & Sculptors of LA, 1947-65.

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  • Joe Waano-Gano (1906-1982): Hopi Kachina Doll
    Apr. 22, 2026

    Joe Waano-Gano (1906-1982): Hopi Kachina Doll

    Est: $300 - $400

    oil on canvas, signed lower right, titled verso, sight: 18 x 23.5 in., frame: 25.5 x 31.5 in.

    Abell Auction
  • Joe Waano Gano (CA,1906-1982) watercolor painting
    Feb. 22, 2026

    Joe Waano Gano (CA,1906-1982) watercolor painting

    Est: $425 - $550

    ARTIST: Joe Theodore Waano Gano (California, 1906 - 1982) TITLE: Portrait of Chief Johnny Big Tree (titled on verso) YEAR: 1971 MEDIUM: watercolor on paper CONDITION: Minor age toning. Framed under glass. Wear to frame. ART SIZE: 14 x 11 inches / 35 x 27 cm FRAME SIZE: 21 x 17 inches / 53 x 43 cm SIGNATURE: lower left NOTE: has artist's label on verso LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. NAME VARIANTS: Joe Theodore Noonan CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152027 US SHIPPING: $79 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: A Cherokee, Noonan moved to Los Angeles at an early age. He studied art locally at UCLA, USC, and with Theodore Lukits and Christian Von Schneidau. An auto accident in 1961 left him unable to paint; however, he continued to lecture and write on the art of the American Indian. He was a resident of Los Angeles until his death on Sept. 1, 1982. His Indian name was Joe Waano-Gano.Member: Calif. Art Club; San Fernando Valley AA.Exh: LA Co. Fair, 1927 (1st prize); Kern Co. Fair, 1929 (prize); Century of Progress Expo (Chicago), 1933; LACMA, 1940 (1st solo), 1946; Exposition Bldg (LA), 1943; Gardena High School, 1946 (prize); LA City Hall, 1946; Painters & Sculptors of LA, 1947-65.

    Broward Auction Gallery LLC
  • Joe Waano Gano (CA,1906-1982) watercolor painting
    Feb. 22, 2026

    Joe Waano Gano (CA,1906-1982) watercolor painting

    Est: $425 - $550

    ARTIST: Joe Theodore Waano Gano (California, 1906 - 1982) TITLE: Winter Landscape with Indian Teepees MEDIUM: watercolor on paper CONDITION: Overall good. Framed under glass. Wear to frame. ART SIZE: 11 x 14 inches / 27 x 35 cm FRAME SIZE: 18 x 21 inches / 45 x 53 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: has artist's label on verso LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. NAME VARIANTS: Joe Theodore Noonan CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152028 US SHIPPING: $95 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: A Cherokee, Noonan moved to Los Angeles at an early age. He studied art locally at UCLA, USC, and with Theodore Lukits and Christian Von Schneidau. An auto accident in 1961 left him unable to paint; however, he continued to lecture and write on the art of the American Indian. He was a resident of Los Angeles until his death on Sept. 1, 1982. His Indian name was Joe Waano-Gano.Member: Calif. Art Club; San Fernando Valley AA.Exh: LA Co. Fair, 1927 (1st prize); Kern Co. Fair, 1929 (prize); Century of Progress Expo (Chicago), 1933; LACMA, 1940 (1st solo), 1946; Exposition Bldg (LA), 1943; Gardena High School, 1946 (prize); LA City Hall, 1946; Painters & Sculptors of LA, 1947-65.

    Broward Auction Gallery LLC
  • Joe Waano Gano (CA,1906-1982) oil painting
    Feb. 22, 2026

    Joe Waano Gano (CA,1906-1982) oil painting

    Est: $380 - $475

    ARTIST: Joe Theodore Waano Gano (California, 1906 - 1982) TITLE: Landscape - Winter Nocturne (titled on verso) MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Few minor paint losses along edges. No visible inpaint under UV light. Wear to frame. ART SIZE: 16 x 12 inches / 40 x 30 cm FRAME SIZE: 20 x 16 inches / 50 x 40 cm SIGNATURE: lower right NOTE: has artist's stamp on verso LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. NAME VARIANTS: Joe Theodore Noonan CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 152026 US SHIPPING: $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: A Cherokee, Noonan moved to Los Angeles at an early age. He studied art locally at UCLA, USC, and with Theodore Lukits and Christian Von Schneidau. An auto accident in 1961 left him unable to paint; however, he continued to lecture and write on the art of the American Indian. He was a resident of Los Angeles until his death on Sept. 1, 1982. His Indian name was Joe Waano-Gano.Member: Calif. Art Club; San Fernando Valley AA.Exh: LA Co. Fair, 1927 (1st prize); Kern Co. Fair, 1929 (prize); Century of Progress Expo (Chicago), 1933; LACMA, 1940 (1st solo), 1946; Exposition Bldg (LA), 1943; Gardena High School, 1946 (prize); LA City Hall, 1946; Painters & Sculptors of LA, 1947-65.

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  • JOE WAANO-GANO VICTOR TOM CROW PAINTING
    Dec. 14, 2025

    JOE WAANO-GANO VICTOR TOM CROW PAINTING

    Est: $100 - $300

    Joe Theodore Waano-Gano (1906 - 1982) was active/lived in California. Joe Waano Gano is known for Landscape and Indian figure painting, textile design, commercial art.. This painting isTitled Tom Crow. Watercolor on paper. Framed and matted under glass. Image 10 inches x 13 inches. Frame 17 inches x 21 inches. Signed lower right. Dated 1940. Good condition. Shipping weight 5 pounds.

    White's Auctions
  • JOE WANO-GANO CHEYENNE BRAVE OIL PAINTING
    Dec. 14, 2025

    JOE WANO-GANO CHEYENNE BRAVE OIL PAINTING

    Est: $100 - $300

    Joe Theodore Waano-Gano (1906 - 1982) was active/lived in California. Joe Waano Gano is known for Landscape and Indian figure painting, textile design, commercial art.. Titled on thebacking board. This painting Titled Cheyenne Brave and dated 1981. Oil on canvas. Image 18 inches x 24 inches. Frame 22 inches x 28 inches. Signed lower left. This painting was exhibeted San Dinas Cal. Good condition. Shipping weight 7pounds.

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  • JOE WANO-GANO CEREMONIAL GATHERING OIL PAINTING
    Dec. 14, 2025

    JOE WANO-GANO CEREMONIAL GATHERING OIL PAINTING

    Est: $100 - $300

    Joe Theodore Waano-Gano (1906 - 1982) was active/lived in California. Joe Waano Gano is known for Landscape and Indian figure painting, textile design, commercial art.. Titled on thebacking board. This painting Titled Ceremonial Gathering and dated 1972. Oil on canvas. Image 40 inches x 30 inches. Frame 50 inches x 40 inches. Signed lower right. Good condition. Shipping weight 15 pounds.

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  • JOE WAANO-GANO BLUSHING BUTTES OIL PAINTING
    Dec. 14, 2025

    JOE WAANO-GANO BLUSHING BUTTES OIL PAINTING

    Est: $100 - $300

    Joe Theodore Waano-Gano (1906 - 1982) was active/lived in California. Joe Waano Gano is known for Landscape and Indian figure painting, textile design, commercial art.. Titled on theframe. This painting Titled Blushing Buttes. Oil on board. Image 24 inches x 18 inches. Frame 33 inches x 27 inches. Signed lower right. Good condition. Shipping weight 7 pounds.

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  • JOE WAANO-GANO INDIAN WATERCOLOR PAINTING
    Dec. 14, 2025

    JOE WAANO-GANO INDIAN WATERCOLOR PAINTING

    Est: $100 - $200

    Joe Theodore Waano-Gano (1906 - 1982) was active/lived in California. Joe Waano Gano is known for Landscape and Indian figure painting, textile design, commercial art.. This painting isnot Titled.. Watercolor on paper. Framed and matted under glass. Image 10 inches x 13 inches. Frame 18 inches x 24 inches. Signed lower left. Dated 1940. Good condition. Shipping weight 5 pounds.

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  • JOE WANO-GANO NOCTURNAL SOLILOQUY OIL PAINTING
    Dec. 14, 2025

    JOE WANO-GANO NOCTURNAL SOLILOQUY OIL PAINTING

    Est: $100 - $300

    Joe Theodore Waano-Gano (1906 - 1982) was active/lived in California. Joe Waano Gano is known for Landscape and Indian figure painting, textile design, commercial art.. Titled on thebacking canvas. This painting Titled Nocturnal Soliloquy and dated 1969. Oil on canvas. Image 24 inches x 30 inches. Frame 31 inches x 37 inches. Signed lower left. Good condition. Shipping weight 7 pounds.

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  • JOE WAANO-GANO VICTOR CHIEF COWARD PAINTING
    Dec. 14, 2025

    JOE WAANO-GANO VICTOR CHIEF COWARD PAINTING

    Est: $100 - $300

    Joe Theodore Waano-Gano (1906 - 1982) was active/lived in California. Joe Waano Gano is known for Landscape and Indian figure painting, textile design, commercial art.. This painting isTitled. Victor chief Coward.. Watercolor on paper. Framed and matted under glass. Image 10 inches x 13 inches. Frame 17 inches x 21 inches. Signed lower left. Dated 1959. Good condition. Shipping weight 5 pounds.

    White's Auctions
  • JOE WAANO-GANO GHOST DANCE CHANT PAINTING
    Dec. 14, 2025

    JOE WAANO-GANO GHOST DANCE CHANT PAINTING

    Est: $100 - $400

    Joe Theodore Waano-Gano (1906 - 1982) was active/lived in California. Joe Waano Gano is known for Landscape and Indian figure painting, textile design, commercial art.. Titled on theback. This painting Titled Ghost Dance Chant. acryic watercolor on board. Image 22 inches x 28 inches. Frame 36 inches x 30 inches. Signed lower right. Dated 1981. Aica Exhibited. San Dimas Cal. Good condition. Shipping weight 8 pounds.

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  • JOE WAANO-GANO LITTLE BLAZE WATERCOLOR PAINTING
    Aug. 17, 2025

    JOE WAANO-GANO LITTLE BLAZE WATERCOLOR PAINTING

    Est: $200 - $400

    Joe Theodore Waano-Gano (1906 - 1982) was active/lived in California. Joe Waano Gano is known for Landscape and Indian figure painting, textile design, commercial art.. This painting istitled Little Blaze. Watercolor on paper. Matted with image 11 x 14 inches Unframed. Signed lower right . Some minor loss. Shipping weight 2 pounds.

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  • JOE WANO-GANO CEREMONIAL GATHERING OIL PAINTING
    Aug. 17, 2025

    JOE WANO-GANO CEREMONIAL GATHERING OIL PAINTING

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    Joe Theodore Waano-Gano (1906 - 1982) was active/lived in California. Joe Waano Gano is known for Landscape and Indian figure painting, textile design, commercial art.. Titled on thebacking board. This painting Titled Ceremonial Gathering and dated 1972. Oil on canvas. Image 40 inches x 30 inches. Frame 50 inches x 40 inches. Signed lower right. Good condition. Shipping weight 15 pounds.

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  • JOE WAANO-GANO VICTOR CHIEF COWARD PAINTING
    Aug. 17, 2025

    JOE WAANO-GANO VICTOR CHIEF COWARD PAINTING

    Est: $400 - $600

    Joe Theodore Waano-Gano (1906 - 1982) was active/lived in California. Joe Waano Gano is known for Landscape and Indian figure painting, textile design, commercial art.. This painting isTitled. Victor chief Coward.. Watercolor on paper. Framed and matted under glass. Image 10 inches x 13 inches. Frame 17 inches x 21 inches. Signed lower left. Dated 1959. Good condition. Shipping weight 5 pounds.

    White's Auctions
  • JOE WANO-GANO CHEYENNE BRAVE OIL PAINTING
    Aug. 17, 2025

    JOE WANO-GANO CHEYENNE BRAVE OIL PAINTING

    Est: $500 - $1,000

    Joe Theodore Waano-Gano (1906 - 1982) was active/lived in California. Joe Waano Gano is known for Landscape and Indian figure painting, textile design, commercial art.. Titled on thebacking board. This painting Titled Cheyenne Brave and dated 1981. Oil on canvas. Image 18 inches x 24 inches. Frame 22 inches x 28 inches. Signed lower left. This painting was exhibeted San Dinas Cal. Good condition. Shipping weight 7pounds.

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  • JOE WAANO-GANO GHOST DANCE CHANT PAINTING
    Aug. 17, 2025

    JOE WAANO-GANO GHOST DANCE CHANT PAINTING

    Est: $400 - $600

    Joe Theodore Waano-Gano (1906 - 1982) was active/lived in California. Joe Waano Gano is known for Landscape and Indian figure painting, textile design, commercial art.. Titled on theback. This painting Titled Ghost Dance Chant. acryic watercolor on board. Image 22 inches x 28 inches. Frame 36 inches x 30 inches. Signed lower right. Dated 1981. Aica Exhibited. San Dimas Cal. Good condition. Shipping weight 8 pounds.

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  • JOE WAANO-GANO ATOP SALMON MOUNTAIN OIL PAINTING
    Aug. 17, 2025

    JOE WAANO-GANO ATOP SALMON MOUNTAIN OIL PAINTING

    Est: $400 - $600

    Joe Theodore Waano-Gano (1906 - 1982) was active/lived in California. Joe Waano Gano is known for Landscape and Indian figure painting, textile design, commercial art.. Titled on theback. This painting Titled Atop Salmon Mountain. Oil on canvas. Image 30 inches x 24 inches. Frame 32 inches x 37 inches. Signed lower right. Dated 1940. Good condition. Shipping weight 12 pounds.

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  • JOE WAANO-GANO VICTOR TOM CROW PAINTING
    Aug. 17, 2025

    JOE WAANO-GANO VICTOR TOM CROW PAINTING

    Est: $400 - $600

    Joe Theodore Waano-Gano (1906 - 1982) was active/lived in California. Joe Waano Gano is known for Landscape and Indian figure painting, textile design, commercial art.. This painting isTitled Tom Crow. Watercolor on paper. Framed and matted under glass. Image 10 inches x 13 inches. Frame 17 inches x 21 inches. Signed lower right. Dated 1940. Good condition. Shipping weight 5 pounds.

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  • JOE WAANO-GANO BLUSHING BUTTES OIL PAINTING
    Aug. 17, 2025

    JOE WAANO-GANO BLUSHING BUTTES OIL PAINTING

    Est: $400 - $600

    Joe Theodore Waano-Gano (1906 - 1982) was active/lived in California. Joe Waano Gano is known for Landscape and Indian figure painting, textile design, commercial art.. Titled on theframe. This painting Titled Blushing Buttes. Oil on board. Image 24 inches x 18 inches. Frame 33 inches x 27 inches. Signed lower right. Good condition. Shipping weight 7 pounds.

    White's Auctions
  • JOE WAANO-GANO INDIAN WATERCOLOR PAINTING
    Aug. 17, 2025

    JOE WAANO-GANO INDIAN WATERCOLOR PAINTING

    Est: $200 - $400

    Joe Theodore Waano-Gano (1906 - 1982) was active/lived in California. Joe Waano Gano is known for Landscape and Indian figure painting, textile design, commercial art.. This painting isnot Titled.. Watercolor on paper. Framed and matted under glass. Image 10 inches x 13 inches. Frame 18 inches x 24 inches. Signed lower left. Dated 1940. Good condition. Shipping weight 5 pounds.

    White's Auctions
  • JOE WANO-GANO NOCTURNAL SOLILOQUY OIL PAINTING
    Aug. 17, 2025

    JOE WANO-GANO NOCTURNAL SOLILOQUY OIL PAINTING

    Est: $400 - $600

    Joe Theodore Waano-Gano (1906 - 1982) was active/lived in California. Joe Waano Gano is known for Landscape and Indian figure painting, textile design, commercial art.. Titled on thebacking canvas. This painting Titled Nocturnal Soliloquy and dated 1969. Oil on canvas. Image 24 inches x 30 inches. Frame 31 inches x 37 inches. Signed lower left. Good condition. Shipping weight 7 pounds.

    White's Auctions
  • American Joe Waano-Gano Drawing
    Jan. 06, 2024

    American Joe Waano-Gano Drawing

    Est: $250 - $350

    American Joe Waano-Gano Drawing. Size: 23 3/4" x 19 5/8" with frame; 16 1/4" x 12 3/8" without frame. Joe Waano-Gano (1906-1982) was born in the US. He is a native American artist with a prestigious career in California in the 1930s and 1940s. Born a Cherokee Indian (his name means "Bow-Arrow"), Waano-Gano studied with Christian von Schneidau in the 1920s before exhibiting widely in the 1930s and 1940s. Waano-Gano won a series of medals and prizes, painted murals in the Los Angeles General Hospital, and promoted the native art of the American Indian.~ . Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com

    Sofe Design Auctions
  • JOE WAANO-GANO (CA, 1906-1982) TEMPERA, "SOUTHWEST
    Aug. 28, 2023

    JOE WAANO-GANO (CA, 1906-1982) TEMPERA, "SOUTHWEST

    Est: -

    JOE WAANO-GANO (CA, 1906-1982) TEMPERA, "SOUTHWESTERN INTERLUDE"

    O'Gallerie
  • American Joe Waano-Gano Collection 3 Nude Study Drawings c.1934
    Feb. 25, 2023

    American Joe Waano-Gano Collection 3 Nude Study Drawings c.1934

    Est: $500 - $1,500

    Collection of three nude study drawings c.1934 by well known Native American artist Joe Waano-Gano ( 1906-1982). Signed and dated in pencil. 10 1/4" x 12 1/8", 14 1/4" x 11 1/4", 14 1/4" x 11 1/4".A Cherokee, Noonan moved to Los Angeles at an early age. He studied art locally at UCLA, USC, and with Theodore Lukits and Christian Von Schneidau. An auto accident in 1961 left him unable to paint; however, he continued to lecture and write on the art of the American Indian. He was a resident of Los Angeles until his death on Sept. 1, 1982. His Indian name was Joe Waano-Gano.Member: Calif. Art Club; San Fernando Valley AA.Exh: LA Co. Fair, 1927 (1st prize); Kern Co. Fair, 1929 (prize); Century of Progress Expo (Chicago), 1933; LACMA, 1940 (1st solo), 1946; Exposition Bldg (LA), 1943; Gardena High School, 1946 (prize); LA City Hall, 1946; Painters & Sculptors of LA, 1947-65.In: Gardena (CA) High School. Murals: Sherman Indian Inst. (Riverside); LA General Hospital; Western Airlines (SF).Edan Hughes, "Artists in California, 1786-1940"~~ DEAR BIDDERS, Please View More Detailed Close-Up Images by visiting our website - Sofedesignauctions.com ~ Thank you ! ~~~~~~. Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com

    Sofe Design Auctions
  • Joe Waano-Gano, (1906-1982, Los Angeles, CA), “From the Land of the Sky-Blue”, Oil on canvas, 30” H x 25” W
    May. 24, 2022

    Joe Waano-Gano, (1906-1982, Los Angeles, CA), “From the Land of the Sky-Blue”, Oil on canvas, 30” H x 25” W

    Est: $1,000 - $1,500

    Joe Waano-Gano (1906-1982, Los Angeles, CA) "From the Land of the Sky-Blue" Oil on canvas Signed lower right: J. Waano-Gano; signed again and titled on the backing board 30" H x 25" W Exhibitions: Painters & Sculptors Club, Greek Theatre, Los Angeles, CA, n.d.

    John Moran Auctioneers
  • Joe Waano-Gano, American (1906-1982), Female Nude figure study, 1946, graphite on paper, 28"H x 22"W (frame), 25 "H x 19"W (sight)
    Feb. 19, 2022

    Joe Waano-Gano, American (1906-1982), Female Nude figure study, 1946, graphite on paper, 28"H x 22"W (frame), 25 "H x 19"W (sight)

    Est: $100 - $200

    Joe Waano-Gano American, (1906-1982) Female Nude figure study, 1946 graphite on paper signed and dated lower right. Provenance: From a private collector in Zionsville / Indianapolis. A Cherokee Indian painter, Joe Waano-Gano settled in Los Angeles where he was primarily a landscape painter in pastel and oil and exhibited at the California Art Club, San Fernando Valley Art Club, and Los Angeles City Hall. He lectured on Indian life, created Indian designs for textiles, and executed murals in Rapid City, South Dakota and in San Francisco. Waano-Gano was born in Salt Lake City, Utah on March 3, 1906 and studied at the Los Angeles Academy of Fine Arts, the Christian von Schneidau Art School from 1924 to 1928, the University of Southern California and with illustrator Dean Cornwell.

    Ripley Auctions
  • Joe Waano-Gano, American (1906-1982), The Wampums Orenda, 1968, acrylic on board, 14"H x 22"W (frame), 6 1/2"H x 14 1/2"W (sight)
    Feb. 19, 2022

    Joe Waano-Gano, American (1906-1982), The Wampums Orenda, 1968, acrylic on board, 14"H x 22"W (frame), 6 1/2"H x 14 1/2"W (sight)

    Est: $200 - $400

    Joe Waano-Gano American, (1906-1982) The Wampums Orenda, 1968 acrylic on board signed lower right. Purchased from Elliott and Elliott Art and Antiques. Provenance: From a private collector in Zionsville / Indianapolis. A Cherokee Indian painter, Joe Waano-Gano settled in Los Angeles where he was primarily a landscape painter in pastel and oil and exhibited at the California Art Club, San Fernando Valley Art Club, and Los Angeles City Hall. He lectured on Indian life, created Indian designs for textiles, and executed murals in Rapid City, South Dakota and in San Francisco. Waano-Gano was born in Salt Lake City, Utah on March 3, 1906 and studied at the Los Angeles Academy of Fine Arts, the Christian von Schneidau Art School from 1924 to 1928, the University of Southern California and with illustrator Dean Cornwell.

    Ripley Auctions
  • Joe Waáno-Gano, (American, 1906-1982), Butte Landscape, oil on canvas, 22 1/4" x 28"
    Sep. 13, 2020

    Joe Waáno-Gano, (American, 1906-1982), Butte Landscape, oil on canvas, 22 1/4" x 28"

    Est: $500 - $700

    signed lower right

    Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
  • Joe Waano-Gano oil on board
    Jan. 02, 2019

    Joe Waano-Gano oil on board

    Est: $200 - $400

    Joe Waano-Gano oil on board, signed and dated '75 lower right, sight size 21" x 27", frame size 28" x 34"

    Stephenson's Auction
  • JOE THEODORE WAANO-GANO (AMERICAN, 1906-1982) PORTRAIT OF A MAN
    Oct. 15, 2016

    JOE THEODORE WAANO-GANO (AMERICAN, 1906-1982) PORTRAIT OF A MAN

    Est: $80 - $120

    JOE THEODORE WAANO-GANO (AMERICAN, 1906-1982) PORTRAIT OF A MAN, pen and ink on paper, stylized depiction of a standing figure wearing suit and hat, holding cigarette, signed with artist's initials "W. G." lower right. Matted and housed under glass in a modern frame.

    Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates
  • JOE THEODORE WAANO-GANO (AMERICAN, 1906-1982) PORTRAIT STUDIES, LOT OF TWO
    Oct. 15, 2016

    JOE THEODORE WAANO-GANO (AMERICAN, 1906-1982) PORTRAIT STUDIES, LOT OF TWO

    Est: $100 - $200

    JOE THEODORE WAANO-GANO (AMERICAN, 1906-1982) PORTRAIT STUDIES, LOT OF TWO, pencil on paper (each), each bust-length, three profile examples framed together signed with artist's initials, other, more fully developed, example inscribed "'Jim' / Waano-Gano / Sept. 1936 / 'Klamath'". Each housed in a modern frame.

    Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates
  • JOE WAANO-GANO (1906-1982 California) OIL ON CANVAS
    Dec. 01, 2012

    JOE WAANO-GANO (1906-1982 California) OIL ON CANVAS

    Est: $400 - $500

    Signed lower right, on the reverse is the name and address of a collector member of' California Art Club'. Measures 22 x 28 inches.

    Dirk Soulis Auctions
  • JOE WAANO-GANO (1906-1982): "NEBULE OF A GHOST"
    Dec. 04, 2010

    JOE WAANO-GANO (1906-1982): "NEBULE OF A GHOST"

    Est: $200 - $400

    Acrylic on paper, 7 1/2 x 6 in., signed and titled on verso.

    STAIR
  • JOE WAANO-GANO (1906 û 1982): "NEBULAE OF A GHOST"
    Dec. 05, 2009

    JOE WAANO-GANO (1906 û 1982): "NEBULAE OF A GHOST"

    Est: $100 - $200

    Glazed stoneware sculpture; 45 in.

    STAIR
  • Joe Waano-Gano (American, 1906-1982) California Mountains; Oil on board (framed); Signed; 12 1/8'' x 15 7/8''; Provenance: Private Collection, New Jersey
    Feb. 10, 2007

    Joe Waano-Gano (American, 1906-1982) California Mountains; Oil on board (framed); Signed; 12 1/8'' x 15 7/8''; Provenance: Private Collection, New Jersey

    Est: $300 - $500

    Joe Waano-Gano (American, 1906-1982) California Mountains; Oil on board (framed); Signed; 12 1/8'' x 15 7/8''; Provenance: Private Collection, New Jersey

    Rago Arts and Auction Center
  • Joe Waano-Gano (Native American, b. 1906), "Western Landscape", c. 1940; pastel/paper, 10" x 15",
    Mar. 03, 2002

    Joe Waano-Gano (Native American, b. 1906), "Western Landscape", c. 1940; pastel/paper, 10" x 15",

    Est: $400 - $600

    signed. Los Angeles artist. Cherokee Indian. Primarily a landscape painter, Waano-Gano exhibited at the California Art Club, San Fernando Valley Art Club, and Los Angeles City hall.

    Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
  • Joe Waano-Gano (Native American, b.1906), "Mountain Landscape", c.1940; oil/board, 16" x 20",
    Feb. 11, 2001

    Joe Waano-Gano (Native American, b.1906), "Mountain Landscape", c.1940; oil/board, 16" x 20",

    Est: $300 - $500

    signed. Los Angeles artist. Cherokee Indian. Primarily a landscape painter, Waano-Gano exhibited at the California Art Club, San Fernando Valley Art Club, and Los Angeles City hall.

    Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
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