Rating and value 2024 of bronzes, statues, furniture by Claude Victor Boeltz

If you own a work by or after the artist Claude Victor Boeltz, 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 Claude Victor Boeltz   

A 20th-century surrealist sculptor, Claude Victor Boeltz is a recognized artist. His legacy therefore consists mainly of sculptures made from several types of material, especially bronze. Today, prices for his works are steadily rising at auctioneers' gavels. His sculptures are prized above all by French buyers, and the price at which they sell on the art market ranges from €180 to €10,500, a considerable delta, which nevertheless speaks volumes about the value that can be attributed to Boeltz's works. In 2022, wall sconces from the Bronze éclaté series sold for €10,500, while they were estimated at between €3,000 and €4,000.

Order of value from a single work to the most prestigious

Style and technique by artist Claude Victor Boeltz    

The artist was part of the surrealist movement, becoming one of the most talented sculptors of his time, particularly through his perfect mastery of bronze. He worked extensively with this material, and it is the latter that is most often found in his works on the auction market.

Claude Victor Boeltz, from bronze work to surrealist refinement

Claude Victor Boeltz (b. 1937), a French artist, has become an important figure in the 20th-century art world. He developed an early interest in art, geology and science - all of which were to play a major role in his work.

He trained in sculpture techniques with Henri Molin and the Susse frères foundry. Prior to this, the sculptor received theoretical training at the École Boulle and the Académie de Paris. His work is inspired by and synthesizes the work of Giacometti, Chiparus, Dali and Ruhlmann, although he adds his own personal inspiration.

After collaborating with Picasso in the south of France, he set up his own foundry in the Loire Valley. It was only after exchanging ideas with César (Baldaccini), who theorized the technique of bronze éclaté, aimed at making the metal components of his piece appear liquefied and crystallized. In short, Boeltz succeeded in freezing the explosion in bronze.

He is the author of Hollywood-style furniture, combining his sculptural bronze technique with African emeralds, quartz or Murano glass inlaid in bronze.

Bolstered by his success, he had a foundry built in Vega. Some of his works now decorate Los Angeles hotels.

Claude Victor Boetlz's imprint on his period 

Boeltz proved in France that surrealist sculpture was an important part of twentieth-century art history. On the art market today, his works are quoted, and his bronzes even more so.

He left a unique legacy, thanks to the artists he trained in his studio and the legacy he left in his time.

Recognizing Claude Victor Boetlz's signature   

Claude Victor Boeltz signs his sculptures, most of the time. There are, however, many copies, which is why expertise is important. 

Knowing the value of a work 

If you happen to own a work by Claude Victor Boeltz or after the artist, don't hesitate to request a free appraisal using our 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 ad hoc information about it. If you are considering selling your work, you will also be accompanied by our specialists in order to benefit from alternatives for selling it at the best possible price, taking into account market inclinations.