Market Value and Price of the Sculptures and Bronzes by Louis de Monard
Key takeaways
- Louis de Monard (1873–1939), a French sculptor specializing in animal sculpture, was a master of bronze, stoneware, and terracotta.
- Louis de Monard’s works sell for between €190 and €20,500 depending on the technique and complexity, with a record sale of €20,500 in 2013.
- His animal bronzes, particularly prized by French and European collectors, make up the majority of his works held in private collections.
If you own a work by or after Louis de Monard, and would like to know its value, our state-approved experts and auctioneers will offer you their appraisal services. Our specialists will carry out a free appraisal of your work, and provide you with a precise estimate of its current market value. Then, if you wish to sell your work, we will guide you towards the best possible arrangement to obtain the optimum price.
Rating and value of the artist Louis de Monard
The artist Louis de Monard leaves in his wake a very singular body of work, drawn from the animal repertoire. A talented sculptor, he produces numerous works that are particularly prized at auction. Prices for his works are now skyrocketing under auctioneers' gavels. They are particularly prized by French and European buyers. The price at which they sell on the art market ranges from €190 to €20,500, a considerable delta but one that speaks volumes about the value that can be attributed to Louis de Monard's works. In 2013, a bronze sculpture depicting La chasse de l'Aigle sold for €20,500 while it was estimated at between €8,000 and €10,000.
Order of value from a simple work to the most prestigious
Technique used | Result |
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Baked clay | From 320 to 900€ |
Grès | From 650 to 5 300€ |
Bronze | From 190 to 20 500€ |
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Style and technique of artist Louis de Monard
Louis de Monard masters the traditional techniques of sculpture: bronze, stoneware and terracotta to produce a large number of animal bronzes, which make up the bulk of his work.
Louis de Monard, his life, his work
Louis de Monard (1873-1939), a French sculptor, became an important figure in 19th-century animal sculpture.
He was born in Antun, into a military family. He joined the army in Dijon, and began drawing at the same time. Moving to Paris, he met many artists in Montmartre and collaborated with the Courrier Illustré during the Belle Époque.
He gradually turned to sculpture after exhibiting works at the Salon des Artistes Français, and produced his first series of bronze dogs to honor a commission from the French State.
He produces some monumental works that are installed in various public places across the country.
Louis de Monard's imprint on his period
Some of Louis de Monard's works are visible and scattered in various cities in Europe, but relatively few: the bulk of his production is in private collections. He leaves a legacy in the history of art and sculpture of the 19th century.
Recognizing the artist's signature
Louis de Monard's works are not all signed, and different variants exist. This is why, if you think you own a work by or after the artist, it is essential to have it appraised by an expert who will be able to authenticate it.
Knowing the value of a work
If you happen to own a work by or after Louis de Monard, don't hesitate to request a free appraisal using the form on our website. A member of our team of experts and certified auctioneers will contact you promptly to provide you with an estimate of the market value of your work, as well as any relevant information about it. If you wish to sell your work, you will also be accompanied by our specialists in order to benefit from alternatives to sell it at the best possible price, taking into account the inclinations of the market.
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Frequently asked questions
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Who was Louis de Monard, and what was his contribution to the history of sculpture?Louis de Monard (1873–1939) was a French sculptor who became a leading figure in animal sculpture during the 19th century. Trained in Paris, where he associated with the artists of Montmartre, he specialized in creating bronze animal sculptures—particularly dogs—following a commission from the French government. His work, much of which is held in private collections, has left a notable legacy in the history of sculpture from that period.
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What is the price range for Louis de Monard's sculptures and bronzes?The prices of Louis de Monard’s works range from €190 to €20,500, depending on the technique and quality of the piece. His animal bronzes, his specialty, sell for between €190 and €20,500, while his stoneware pieces fetch between €650 and €5,300, and his terracotta works between €320 and €900. For example, the sculpture “La chasse de l’Aigle” sold for €20,500 in 2013, exceeding its initial estimate of €8,000 to €10,000.
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How can a work attributed to Louis de Monard be authenticated?Authenticating a work by Louis de Monard requires the assistance of an expert, as not all of his works are signed and there are various variations of his signature. Auctie's offers a free, no-obligation appraisal: simply fill out a form on our website, and an auctioneer or certified expert will contact you to authenticate the work and provide you with an estimate within 48 hours.
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What sculpting techniques did Louis de Monard master?Louis de Monard was skilled in the three traditional techniques of sculpture: bronze, stoneware, and terracotta. In particular, he created a large number of animal sculptures in bronze, which make up the bulk of his body of work and are the source of his fame, as well as several monumental works installed in public spaces across Europe.
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How can I sell a sculpture by Louis de Monard for the best price?To sell a work by Louis de Monard, Auctie's, an auction house, will guide you through the process from the free appraisal to the final sale. After authentication and appraisal by our experts, we’ll offer you options tailored to the current market to sell your piece at the best possible price, taking into account market trends and buyers interested in this type of sculpture.
