Rating and value of bronzes and sculptures by Ary Bitter

If you own a work by or after the artist Ary Bitter, 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. Thereafter, 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 works by Ary Bitter  

French animal sculptor, Ary Bitter works mainly in bronze. Lately, his stock has been rising on the art market. His works are sold for between €30 and €25,000 on the auction market, a substantial delta but one that speaks volumes about the value that can be attributed to the artist's work. In 2022, a bronze sculpture (two bookends), Eléphants, sold for €10,000 while it was estimated at between €10,000 and €12,000.

Order of value from a single work to the most prestigious

Style and technique of artist Ary Bitter  

Ary Bitter is a French sculptor who works mainly in bronze. His sculptures are characterized by animal subjects, with a particular focus on elephants. He has produced a few drawings but is best known and sought after for his sculptures.

Ary Bitter's career   

Ary Bitter (1883 - 1973) was a French animal sculptor.

Born in Marseille, he trained in sculpture with Jules Coutan.

Early in 1921, he exhibited a number of works at the Salon des artistes français, where he won a silver medal.

The Fonds National d'Art Contemporain (FNAC) took an interest in his work from 1939 onwards, commissioning bronzes from him to adorn a monumental fountain.

He also created sculptures that today decorate Marseille's Saint Charles train station.

Ary Bitter's imprint on his period

Ary Bitter was a well-known and sought-after artist during his lifetime, selling works at high enough prices to make a living from the various commissions he received. Today, his quotation is stable on the auction market.

Although little known today by the general public, his works are very successful on the art market, his statues being prized by many collectors.

Recognizing the signature of the artist

Ary Bitter signs his works in cursive script, often with his surname. Expertise remains essential to authenticate your property.

Knowing the value of a work

If you happen to own a work by Ary Bitter, don't hesitate to request a free valuation via our website form. A member of our team of experts and certified auctioneers will contact you promptly to provide you with an estimate of the value of your work, as well as any relevant information about it. If you are considering selling your work of art, our specialists will also work with you to provide you with alternatives for selling it at the best possible price.