Donald Waters Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Donald Waters Art Value Price Guide

Oct. 04, 2026
Donald Waters (NJ,1931-2005) oil painting
Est: $500 - $625
ARTIST: Donald Jordan Waters (New Jersey, 1931 - 2005) TITLE: Forest Lake Landscape with Swans (titled on verso) YEAR: 1988 MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Overall good. No visible inpaint under UV light. Some small damages to frame. ART SIZE: 10 x 8 inches / 25 x 20 cm FRAME SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm SIGNATURE: middle left and on verso LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 150843 US SHIPPING: $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mr. Waters grew up in Perth Amboy, attended St. MaryВ’s High School, Perth Amboy, and graduated from Cooper Union Art Institute, New York, with a degree in graphic arts. He later served in the Air Force and was stationed in Tokyo, Japan where many of his drawings are in national and private collections. Mr. Waters began sketching birds at an early age, but was constantly rejuvenated by the delicacy of the structure and function of his subjects. While he is especially known for his paintings of birds, it has been said of him that В“no contemporary painter captures the mood of the landscape more beautifully.В” The late Edward Marshall Boehm, an internationally known sculptor and collector, said of Waters: "В“The bird man with knowledge, skill and style; an extraordinary combination. A poet with a paint brush ".В” Since Waters painted primarily on commission, his paintings are rarely seen in galleries. However, his works are included in such well-known collections as that of the late Edward Marshall Boehm, Cybis Porcelain, Inc., the late J.P. Stevens, the late Mrs. Mary G. Roebling, Colonel Edward В“BuzzВ” Aldrin and Lady Palmer of Devon, England. His paintings of the New Jersey state bird, В“Goldfinch on Thistle,В” was commissioned for the New Jersey State Museum. Other museums displaying his paintings include the Florida State Museum, В“La PietraВ” in Florence, Italy and the Vatican Museum in Rome. Mr. Waters was active in his community as a member of Saint LukeВ’s Parish in Long Valley, the Middle Valley Community Center, Washington Township Land Trust and numerous nature conservancy organizations.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Oct. 04, 2026
Donald Waters (NJ,1931-2005) oil painting
Est: $500 - $625
ARTIST: Donald Jordan Waters (New Jersey, 1931 - 2005) TITLE: Winter Forest Landscape with Red Tailed Hawk (titled on verso) YEAR: 1988 MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Few minor paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. Some small damages to frame. ART SIZE: 8 x 10 inches / 20 x 25 cm FRAME SIZE: 12 x 14 inches / 30 x 35 cm SIGNATURE: lower right LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 150842 US SHIPPING: $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mr. Waters grew up in Perth Amboy, attended St. MaryВ’s High School, Perth Amboy, and graduated from Cooper Union Art Institute, New York, with a degree in graphic arts. He later served in the Air Force and was stationed in Tokyo, Japan where many of his drawings are in national and private collections. Mr. Waters began sketching birds at an early age, but was constantly rejuvenated by the delicacy of the structure and function of his subjects. While he is especially known for his paintings of birds, it has been said of him that В“no contemporary painter captures the mood of the landscape more beautifully.В” The late Edward Marshall Boehm, an internationally known sculptor and collector, said of Waters: "В“The bird man with knowledge, skill and style; an extraordinary combination. A poet with a paint brush ".В” Since Waters painted primarily on commission, his paintings are rarely seen in galleries. However, his works are included in such well-known collections as that of the late Edward Marshall Boehm, Cybis Porcelain, Inc., the late J.P. Stevens, the late Mrs. Mary G. Roebling, Colonel Edward В“BuzzВ” Aldrin and Lady Palmer of Devon, England. His paintings of the New Jersey state bird, В“Goldfinch on Thistle,В” was commissioned for the New Jersey State Museum. Other museums displaying his paintings include the Florida State Museum, В“La PietraВ” in Florence, Italy and the Vatican Museum in Rome. Mr. Waters was active in his community as a member of Saint LukeВ’s Parish in Long Valley, the Middle Valley Community Center, Washington Township Land Trust and numerous nature conservancy organizations.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Feb. 22, 2026
Donald Waters (NJ,1931-2005) oil painting
Est: $500 - $625
ARTIST: Donald Jordan Waters (New Jersey, 1931 - 2005) TITLE: Forest Lake Landscape with Swans (titled on verso) YEAR: 1988 MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Overall good. No visible inpaint under UV light. Some small damages to frame. ART SIZE: 10 x 8 inches / 25 x 20 cm FRAME SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm SIGNATURE: middle left and on verso LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 150843 US SHIPPING: $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mr. Waters grew up in Perth Amboy, attended St. MaryВ’s High School, Perth Amboy, and graduated from Cooper Union Art Institute, New York, with a degree in graphic arts. He later served in the Air Force and was stationed in Tokyo, Japan where many of his drawings are in national and private collections. Mr. Waters began sketching birds at an early age, but was constantly rejuvenated by the delicacy of the structure and function of his subjects. While he is especially known for his paintings of birds, it has been said of him that В“no contemporary painter captures the mood of the landscape more beautifully.В” The late Edward Marshall Boehm, an internationally known sculptor and collector, said of Waters: "В“The bird man with knowledge, skill and style; an extraordinary combination. A poet with a paint brush ".В” Since Waters painted primarily on commission, his paintings are rarely seen in galleries. However, his works are included in such well-known collections as that of the late Edward Marshall Boehm, Cybis Porcelain, Inc., the late J.P. Stevens, the late Mrs. Mary G. Roebling, Colonel Edward В“BuzzВ” Aldrin and Lady Palmer of Devon, England. His paintings of the New Jersey state bird, В“Goldfinch on Thistle,В” was commissioned for the New Jersey State Museum. Other museums displaying his paintings include the Florida State Museum, В“La PietraВ” in Florence, Italy and the Vatican Museum in Rome. Mr. Waters was active in his community as a member of Saint LukeВ’s Parish in Long Valley, the Middle Valley Community Center, Washington Township Land Trust and numerous nature conservancy organizations.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Feb. 22, 2026
Donald Waters (NJ,1931-2005) oil painting
Est: $500 - $625
ARTIST: Donald Jordan Waters (New Jersey, 1931 - 2005) TITLE: Winter Forest Landscape with Red Tailed Hawk (titled on verso) YEAR: 1988 MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Few minor paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. Some small damages to frame. ART SIZE: 8 x 10 inches / 20 x 25 cm FRAME SIZE: 12 x 14 inches / 30 x 35 cm SIGNATURE: lower right LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 150842 US SHIPPING: $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mr. Waters grew up in Perth Amboy, attended St. MaryВ’s High School, Perth Amboy, and graduated from Cooper Union Art Institute, New York, with a degree in graphic arts. He later served in the Air Force and was stationed in Tokyo, Japan where many of his drawings are in national and private collections. Mr. Waters began sketching birds at an early age, but was constantly rejuvenated by the delicacy of the structure and function of his subjects. While he is especially known for his paintings of birds, it has been said of him that В“no contemporary painter captures the mood of the landscape more beautifully.В” The late Edward Marshall Boehm, an internationally known sculptor and collector, said of Waters: "В“The bird man with knowledge, skill and style; an extraordinary combination. A poet with a paint brush ".В” Since Waters painted primarily on commission, his paintings are rarely seen in galleries. However, his works are included in such well-known collections as that of the late Edward Marshall Boehm, Cybis Porcelain, Inc., the late J.P. Stevens, the late Mrs. Mary G. Roebling, Colonel Edward В“BuzzВ” Aldrin and Lady Palmer of Devon, England. His paintings of the New Jersey state bird, В“Goldfinch on Thistle,В” was commissioned for the New Jersey State Museum. Other museums displaying his paintings include the Florida State Museum, В“La PietraВ” in Florence, Italy and the Vatican Museum in Rome. Mr. Waters was active in his community as a member of Saint LukeВ’s Parish in Long Valley, the Middle Valley Community Center, Washington Township Land Trust and numerous nature conservancy organizations.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Nov. 16, 2025
Donald Waters (NJ,1931-2005) oil painting
Est: $500 - $625
ARTIST: Donald Jordan Waters (New Jersey, 1931 - 2005) TITLE: Forest Lake Landscape with Swans (titled on verso) YEAR: 1988 MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Overall good. No visible inpaint under UV light. Some small damages to frame. ART SIZE: 10 x 8 inches / 25 x 20 cm FRAME SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm SIGNATURE: middle left and on verso LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 150843 US SHIPPING: $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mr. Waters grew up in Perth Amboy, attended St. MaryВ’s High School, Perth Amboy, and graduated from Cooper Union Art Institute, New York, with a degree in graphic arts. He later served in the Air Force and was stationed in Tokyo, Japan where many of his drawings are in national and private collections. Mr. Waters began sketching birds at an early age, but was constantly rejuvenated by the delicacy of the structure and function of his subjects. While he is especially known for his paintings of birds, it has been said of him that В“no contemporary painter captures the mood of the landscape more beautifully.В” The late Edward Marshall Boehm, an internationally known sculptor and collector, said of Waters: "В“The bird man with knowledge, skill and style; an extraordinary combination. A poet with a paint brush ".В” Since Waters painted primarily on commission, his paintings are rarely seen in galleries. However, his works are included in such well-known collections as that of the late Edward Marshall Boehm, Cybis Porcelain, Inc., the late J.P. Stevens, the late Mrs. Mary G. Roebling, Colonel Edward В“BuzzВ” Aldrin and Lady Palmer of Devon, England. His paintings of the New Jersey state bird, В“Goldfinch on Thistle,В” was commissioned for the New Jersey State Museum. Other museums displaying his paintings include the Florida State Museum, В“La PietraВ” in Florence, Italy and the Vatican Museum in Rome. Mr. Waters was active in his community as a member of Saint LukeВ’s Parish in Long Valley, the Middle Valley Community Center, Washington Township Land Trust and numerous nature conservancy organizations.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Nov. 16, 2025
Donald Waters (NJ,1931-2005) oil painting
Est: $500 - $625
ARTIST: Donald Jordan Waters (New Jersey, 1931 - 2005) TITLE: Winter Forest Landscape with Red Tailed Hawk (titled on verso) YEAR: 1988 MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Few minor paint losses. No visible inpaint under UV light. Some small damages to frame. ART SIZE: 8 x 10 inches / 20 x 25 cm FRAME SIZE: 12 x 14 inches / 30 x 35 cm SIGNATURE: lower right LOCATION: This lot is located at our Mamaroneck, NY office. CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 150842 US SHIPPING: $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Mr. Waters grew up in Perth Amboy, attended St. MaryВ’s High School, Perth Amboy, and graduated from Cooper Union Art Institute, New York, with a degree in graphic arts. He later served in the Air Force and was stationed in Tokyo, Japan where many of his drawings are in national and private collections. Mr. Waters began sketching birds at an early age, but was constantly rejuvenated by the delicacy of the structure and function of his subjects. While he is especially known for his paintings of birds, it has been said of him that В“no contemporary painter captures the mood of the landscape more beautifully.В” The late Edward Marshall Boehm, an internationally known sculptor and collector, said of Waters: "В“The bird man with knowledge, skill and style; an extraordinary combination. A poet with a paint brush ".В” Since Waters painted primarily on commission, his paintings are rarely seen in galleries. However, his works are included in such well-known collections as that of the late Edward Marshall Boehm, Cybis Porcelain, Inc., the late J.P. Stevens, the late Mrs. Mary G. Roebling, Colonel Edward В“BuzzВ” Aldrin and Lady Palmer of Devon, England. His paintings of the New Jersey state bird, В“Goldfinch on Thistle,В” was commissioned for the New Jersey State Museum. Other museums displaying his paintings include the Florida State Museum, В“La PietraВ” in Florence, Italy and the Vatican Museum in Rome. Mr. Waters was active in his community as a member of Saint LukeВ’s Parish in Long Valley, the Middle Valley Community Center, Washington Township Land Trust and numerous nature conservancy organizations.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Sep. 24, 2025
DONALD WATERS - THE ADVENTURERS - ACRYLIC ON CANVAS
Est: $600 - $1,200
DONALD WATERS (B.1951) THE ADVENTURERS Signed lower left titled verso Acrylic on canvas 120 x 49.5cm Estimate $600/1,200 AUD
GFL Fine Art
Jul. 30, 2024
Donald Waters b.1951
Est: $800 - $1,200
Donald Waters b.1951 "Another World" Acrylic on linen, signed lower left. 70 x 90cm. Provenance: Certificate of Authenticity Linton & Kay, Perth 05/04/2012
McKenzies Auctioneers
May. 23, 2023
DONALD WATERS B.1951
Est: $500 - $700
"Riverbank" Acrylic on canvas, signed lower right. 90 x 211cm
McKenzies Auctioneers
Mar. 13, 2022
DONALD WATERS - AWNINGS - Acrylic on canvas
Est: $600 - $900
DONALD WATERS (B.1951) AWNINGS Signed and titled verso Acrylic on canvas 48 x 98cm $600/900
GFL Fine Art
Oct. 23, 2021
Pair of Donald Jordan Waters Mixed Media Bird Paintings (2)
Est: $400 - $450
Pair of Donald Jordan Waters (American, 1931-2005) tempera on paper paintings depicting birds titled "Goldfinch" and "Indigo Bunting". Both titled and dated lower left and en verso. Housed in gilt painted frames with pale green silk mattes. Sight: 9 1/8" H x 7 1/8" W. Framed: 15 1/4" H x 13 1/2" W.
Case Antiques, Inc. Auctions & Appraisals
Aug. 24, 2021
Donald James Waters b.1951
Est: $500 - $800
Donald James Waters b.1951 From Here to Infinity Acrylic Signed lower right 52 x 72 cm
McKenzies Auctioneers
Jun. 02, 2021
Donald Jordan Waters Bird Painting
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Egg tempera on board by Donald Jordan Waters depicting a vibrant landscape with 5 birds. It measures approx 29" x 19.75" (36" x 27" framed). Signed bottom left and dated '68. Please review all photos closely. The nonappearance of a condition report does not mean that the lot is in perfect condition, does not show wear due to age and use, or is free from damage. Market Auctions Inc. strongly suggests that you request a condition report before placing a bid. You may request one from us via this auction platform. Please note that any condition reports are given as strictly as a courtesy to interested parties and should not be considered a statement of fact. Market Auctions Inc. bears no responsibility for any error or omission. All sales are final and sold as is. Measurements are approximated. Please note shipping is not included. All collectibles, silver, antiques, and paintings please contact our third party shipper listed below: PakMail #703 (561) 491-8800 / pakmail703@yahoo.com UPS Store (561) 631-8997 / store6989@theupsstore.com For furniture and very large items, please contact an appropriate freight / transport company for shipment. SALES TAX NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that Market Auction, Inc., only collects and remits sales tax on items purchased by Florida residents. ALL OUT OF STATE purchasers are required to pay sales tax to their respective States. Purchasers holding valid resale certificates must provide proof of same prior to purchase. Market Auctions, Inc. takes no responsibility for purchaser failure to remit sales tax to the proper non-Florida taxing authority and for any fines or penalties that may result.
Market Auctions
May. 05, 2021
Donald Jordan Waters Bird Painting
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Egg tempera on board by Donald Jordan Waters depicting a vibrant landscape with 5 birds. It measures approx 29" x 19.75" (36" x 27" framed). Signed bottom left and dated '68. Please review all photos closely. The nonappearance of a condition report does not mean that the lot is in perfect condition, does not show wear due to age and use, or is free from damage. Market Auctions Inc. strongly suggests that you request a condition report before placing a bid. You may request one from us via this auction platform. Please note that any condition reports are given as strictly as a courtesy to interested parties and should not be considered a statement of fact. Market Auctions Inc. bears no responsibility for any error or omission. All sales are final and sold as is. Measurements are approximated. Please note shipping is not included. All collectibles, silver, antiques, and paintings please contact our third party shipper listed below: PakMail #703 (561) 491-8800 / pakmail703@yahoo.com UPS Store (561) 631-8997 / store6989@theupsstore.com For furniture and very large items, please contact an appropriate freight / transport company for shipment. SALES TAX NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that Market Auction, Inc., only collects and remits sales tax on items purchased by Florida residents. ALL OUT OF STATE purchasers are required to pay sales tax to their respective States. Purchasers holding valid resale certificates must provide proof of same prior to purchase. Market Auctions, Inc. takes no responsibility for purchaser failure to remit sales tax to the proper non-Florida taxing authority and for any fines or penalties that may result.
Market Auctions
Jun. 16, 2019
DONALD JAMES WATERS [Australian School]
Est: $1,500 - $2,000
DONALD JAMES WATERS [Australian School], "The Life Flight" oil on board, signed, 53x74cms, framed
WA Art Auctions
Mar. 20, 2019
DONALD JAMES WATERS [Australian School]
Est: -
"The Life Flight" oil on board, signed, 53x74cms, framed
WA Art Auctions
Jul. 15, 2014
DONALD JORDAN WATERS (USA) PAINTING - Signed and dated at lower right, this tempera painting on paper is titled "Barn Swallows" and ...
Est: $350 - $600
DONALD JORDAN WATERS (USA) PAINTING - Signed and dated at lower right, this tempera painting on paper is titled "Barn Swallows" and depicts birds in flight. Two art exhibition labels on reverse, both from Trenton, NJ. Green Ribbon "Talens Merchandise Award 1960, 9th Annual NJ State Show Art Centre of the Oranges" label on reverse. Dated 1957. 21.15" x 34.5" framed.
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