Bob Ross paintings to be auctioned to raise money for public television stations after funding cuts

Original artwork from painter and TV host Bob Ross will be auctioned off to help support public television stations after the Trump administration cut funding.

Original artwork from painter and TV host Bob Ross will be auctioned off to help support public television stations after the Trump administration cut funding.

The auction house Bonhams said in a statement that 30 of Ross' paintings will be sold at different auctions.

The first auction is set Nov. 11 as part of its California and Western Art sale. Three of Ross' pieces will be included: "Cliffside," painted in 1990; "Winter’s Peace," painted in 1993; and "Home in the Valley," painted in 1993.

Ross’ signature is on the lower left side of all three paintings.

Bob Ross' "Home in the Valley."Bob Ross / via Bonhams"Bob Ross dedicated his life to making art accessible to everyone through public television. This auction ensures his legacy continues to support the very medium that brought his joy and creativity into American homes for decades," Joan Kowalski, president of Bob Ross Inc., said in a statement.