Gustave Miklos's paintings, drawings and sculptures rated and valued

Gustave Miklos's paintings, drawings and sculptures rated and valued

Key takeaways

  • Works by Gustave Miklos, a Hungarian Art Deco sculptor (1888–1967), sell for between €20 and €145,000, with some sculptures fetching as much as €1,400,000.
  • Large-scale sculptures are the most valuable segment (€220 to 1,400,000), ahead of oil on canvas (€100 to 150,000) and watercolor drawings (€300 to €85,000).
  • Although little known to the general public, he is highly prized by collectors, and his rare works show strong potential for appreciation on the auction market.

If you own a work by the artist Gustave Miklos or based on his work and would like to know its value, our state-approved experts and auctioneers will guide you. Our specialists will carry out a free appraisal of your work, and provide you with a precise estimate of its value on the current market. Thereafter, if you wish to sell your work, we will direct you to the best possible arrangement to obtain the optimum price. 

Rating and value of the artist

Highly prized by collectors the world over, Gustave Miklos's works are listed at auction. The price at which they sell on the art market ranges from €20 to €145,000, a substantial delta but one that speaks volumes about the value that can be attributed to works by Gustave Miklos. A work signed by him can fetch thousands of euros, as demonstrated by his patinated bronze, dating from 1930, which sold for €1,400,000 in 2005, whereas its estimate was between €180,000 and €200,000. His works, very little seen on the market, have strong upside potential.

Order of value from the most basic to the most prestigious

Technique used

Result

Luminaire

From €380 to €75,000

Drawing - watercolor

From €300 to €85,000

Oil on canvas

From €100 to €150,000

Sculpture - volume

From €220 to €1,400,000

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Artist's style and technique

During his career, Gustave Miklos produced three-dimensional sculptures, bas-reliefs and sculpted mirrors, often in bronze. He also worked with oil on canvas and drawing. The latter are part of the Art Deco movement.

Gustave Miklos, huile sur toile

Gustave Miklos, prized Art Deco sculptor

Gustave Miklos was a 20th-century Hungarian sculptor and painter, born on December 17, 1888 in Makó, Hungary, and died in 1967. His artistic career began in Budapest, where he studied at the Academy of Fine Arts. He later moved to Paris in 1906, where he quickly became part of the city's dynamic art movement. Miklos is best known for his work in the Art Deco style, where he created sculptures and bas-reliefs characterized by clean lines, stylized geometric forms and floral motifs. He was also influenced by movements such as Cubism and Futurism. His work encompasses a wide variety of media, including sculpture, painting, drawing and medals. Miklos took part in many of the major exhibitions of his day, and was recognized for his remarkable artistic talent. His creations continue to be exhibited in museums and private collections around the world, testifying to his importance in the field of modern art.

The sculptor's imprint on his period

Gustave Miklos is one of those artists who do not mark their era. Unknown to the general public, his works are nevertheless highly valued on the auction market today.

The artist's signature

Not all of Gustave Miklos's works are signed.

Although there are variations, here is a first example of his signature:

Signature de Gustave Miklos

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Frequently asked questions

  • Who was Gustave Miklos, and what is his artistic style?
    Gustave Miklos (1888–1967) was a Hungarian sculptor and painter who settled in Paris in 1906. A leading figure of Art Deco, he is known for his three-dimensional sculptures, bas-reliefs, and sculpted mirrors characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes, and floral motifs. His work, influenced by Cubism and Futurism, remains on display in museums and private collections around the world.
  • What are the auction prices for works by Gustave Miklos?
    Prices for works by Gustave Miklos range from €20 to €145,000, with sculptures commanding much higher prices. Drawings and watercolors range from €300 to €85,000, while sculptures can fetch up to €1,400,000. His works, which are rarely seen on the market, have strong potential for appreciation.
  • How do I have a work by Gustave Miklos appraised?
    Auctie's offers a free, no-obligation appraisal of your artwork. Simply fill out the online form, and a state-certified expert or auctioneer will contact you to provide an accurate estimate of your item’s market value. You’ll receive a response within 48 hours.
  • Is this a good time to sell a work by Gustave Miklos?
    Yes, now is a good time to sell. Works by Gustave Miklos, which are highly sought after by collectors around the world, are rare on the market and have strong upside potential. The market now recognizes the artistic significance of this artist, who was once little known to the general public.
  • How do I sell a work by Gustave Miklos through Auctie's?
    After a free appraisal, Auctie's specialists will guide you through the best options for selling your artwork and getting the best possible price. Auctie's, an auction house, supports sellers from the appraisal stage through to the final sale, taking into account market trends and the unique characteristics of each item.