Rating and value of Jacques Adnet's leather furniture: chest of drawers, armchair...
Key takeaways
- The prices of Jacques Adnet’s furniture vary considerably, ranging from €30 to €250,000, with lighting fixtures commanding the highest prices.
- In 2022, a pair of bamboo and fabric chairs sold for €45,900, far exceeding its initial estimate of €10,200 to €15,300.
- Adnet (1900–1984) modernized French Art Deco furniture with a minimalist style featuring straight lines, making innovative use of glass and silver-plated metal.
If you own a work by or after Jacques Adnet, 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'd like to sell your work, we'll guide you towards the best possible arrangement to obtain the optimum price.
Rating and value of the artist Jacques Adnet
Jacques Adnet leaves behind a body of work in his own right, helping to modernize French Art Deco furniture. Today, prices for his works are reaching unprecedented heights under the auctioneer's hammer. His works are particularly prized by French buyers. The price at which they sell on the art market ranges from €30 to €250,000, a considerable gap but one that says a great deal about the value that can be attributed to Jacques Adnet's works. In 2022, a pair of bamboo and fabric chairs sold for €45,900 while they were estimated at between €10,200 and €15,300.
Order of value from a simple work to the most prestigious
Type of object | Result | Decorative objects (mirrors, clocks...) | From €40 to €40,000 |
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Furniture | From €30 to €210,000 |
Light fixtures | From €100 to €250,000 |
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Style and technique by artist Jacques Adnet
Jacques Adnet himself belongs to the Art Deco movement. His furniture is mostly simple, with straight, clean lines. There's something new in his work, compared to Carlo Bugatti or Gaston Suisse for example. He strips away everything superfluous. His pared-down style resembles Pierre Chapo in design.
Jacques Adnet : his life, his work
Jacques Adnet (1900-1984) was born in the Loiret region of France. He had a twin brother, Jean, who was to play an important role in his career. They both went to school in Auxerre and entered the Paris School of Decorative Arts at the age of 16.
Jacques Adnet met Maurice Dufrène and Raymond Legueult, among others, there. The former and Tony Selmersheim hired him as soon as he graduated.
He agreed to take part in the Galeries Lafayette adventure with Dufrène, where so many others would work (Vasilev Slavik in particular). His brother Jean was still working with him at this time. As early as 1925, Jacques and Jean were exhibiting works together (signed by both of them). They created a significant number of works together, and Jacques won the Bourse Blumenthal in 1927.
Following his success, in 1928 he was offered the direction of the Compagnie des Arts français, " evolution dans la tradition ". He sought specialists to compose a versatile team, as he was convinced that the different arts should be mixed. He was one of the first to use both glass and metal to make objects (in particular, he produced many works with a silver finish).
In 1937, René Coulon and Jacques Adnet won five prizes for the Saint Gobin pavilion, where they collaborated on the interior design.
He then worked with Robert Pinchon, with whom he continued to evolve his furniture designs, notably the combination of silver metal and leather.
He ended his career as director of the école supérieure des Arts Décoratifs, where he remained until 1970, after modernizing the school on the university model.
The mark of Jacques Adnet
Jacques Adnet marked his era by the novelty he brought to it. His furniture is classic, uncluttered and sober. He worked on mixing techniques and materials, and brought his little revolution to the Ecole Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs, which still uses the methods he introduced under his direction.
Recognizing the artist's signature
Not all of Jacques Adnet's works are signed, or may be signed with the inscription " J. J. Adnet ", (works produced in collaboration with his brother) or signed with two names because he collaborated with other artists. 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 Jacques Adnet, 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 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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Similar works sold at auction
Estimated 1 500 € - 2 000 €
Attributed to Jacques ADNET (1900-1984) Chest of drawers with wood structure and base sheathed in black saddle-stitched leather and imitation leather.
Estimated 3 000 - 5 000
Gaston SUISSE (1896-1988), Engraved polychrome lacquer panel on tortoiseshell lacquer background.
Estimated 10.000 - 15.000 €
Marcel COARD (1889-1974) - Pair of black patinated wrought-iron curule armchairs with oval backs.
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Frequently asked questions
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Who was Jacques Adnet, and what is his role in the history of design?Jacques Adnet (1900–1984) was a leading French designer of the Art Deco movement. He modernized French furniture with designs featuring clean, understated lines, innovatively combining different materials such as silver-plated metal, glass, and leather. His influence extended beyond his designs: he also transformed the École Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs as its director from 1960 to 1970.
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What are the retail prices of Jacques Adnet's furniture?The prices of Jacques Adnet’s furniture vary considerably depending on the type and quality of the piece: furniture sells for between €30 and €210,000, while light fixtures can reach up to €250,000. Decorative objects (mirrors, clocks, etc.) range in price from €40 to €40,000. For example, a pair of bamboo and fabric chairs sold in 2022 for €45,900.
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How can a work attributed to Jacques Adnet be authenticated?The authentication of a work by Jacques Adnet should be entrusted to a specialized expert, as his works are not always signed and may bear multiple signatures (in collaboration with his brother Jean or other artists). We recommend that you request a free appraisal using our online form: a certified expert or auctioneer will contact you within 48 hours to authenticate your artwork.
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How does the appraisal process work at Auctie's?Appraisals at Auctie's are free and non-binding. Simply fill out our online form with photos and information about your artwork. A state-certified expert or auctioneer will analyze your item and provide you with an accurate assessment of its market value within 48 hours, along with personalized advice.
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Is this the right time to sell a work by Jacques Adnet?Yes, now is an excellent time to sell a work by Jacques Adnet. His works are in high demand on the art market, particularly among French buyers, and prices are reaching unprecedented levels. Our experts will help you identify the best conditions and sales strategies to maximize the price of your piece.
