Rating and value of paintings by Constantin Terechkovitch
Key takeaways
- Constantin Terechkovitch, a Russian portrait painter born in 1920, has seen his works fetch prices ranging from 10 to 66,570 euros at auction.
- His oil-on-canvas paintings, the artist’s preferred medium, sell for between 70 and 66,570 euros, while his watercolor drawings range from 45 to 21,650 euros.
- The portrait of Nina de Tabarin (1930) exceeded its estimate, selling for 66,570 euros in 2016, demonstrating the growing interest among European and Russian collectors.
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Rating and value of the artist Constantin Terechkovitch
Terechkovitch is a painter of Russian origin who is relatively unknown to the general public. He leaves behind a unique artistic repertoire characteristic of Russian realism. This legacy consists of paintings that are predominantly oils on canvas. Today, prices for his works are skyrocketing under auctioneers' hammers. His paintings and other works are particularly prized, especially by European, Russian and American buyers, and the price at which they sell on the art market ranges from €10 to €66,570, a considerable delta but one that speaks volumes about the value that can be attributed to Terechkovich's works. In 2016, the 1930 portrait of Nina de Tabarin, was sold for €66,570, while it was estimated at between €9,740 and €13,050.
Order of value from a single work to the most prestigious
Technique used | Result | Estamp - multiple | From €10 to €2,050 |
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Drawing - watercolor | From €45 to €21,650 |
Oil on canvas | From €70 to €66,570 |
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Style and technique of artist Constantin Terechkovitch
Constantin Terechkovitch is first and foremost a portraitist. He portrayed important men and women of his time. His preferred medium remains oil on canvas, although he also produced drawings and prints.
Constantin Terechkovitch, forgotten portraitist
Kostia Terechkovitch is a Russian painter born in 1920 in Moscow, into a relatively well-off Russian family. Her parents were intellectuals close to influential Russian artists and collectors, including the famous Shchukin. He knew Shchukin from childhood and took a keen interest in his collection. Thanks to him, he discovered the artists distributed by Ambroise Vollard, Daniel-Henry Kahnweiler and Berthe Weill. In this way, he discovered Matisse and nascent Cubism well before the scandal in Room VII. It was this collection that inspired him to start painting. He passed his baccalaureate at the age of fifteen, and went on to study painting with Constantin Youon, then at the Moscow School of Painting. Like many of his fellow painters, he left Russia for Paris in 1917, when the Soviet revolution broke out. He didn't arrive until 1920, after passing through Constantinople, among other places.
He resigned from his factory job after making money betting on horses. He soon became associated with the painters of Montparnasse, including Soutine, Kisling and Chagall. He obtained a contract in 1925 and ended his life in Monaco, where he created sets for ballet and theater.
Terechkovitch's imprint on his period
Constantin Terechkovitch left his mark on his era in Russia, France and Europe, although the general public doesn't remember him much today. Nevertheless, his technical mastery and personal history are of interest to collectors : his works are highly sought-after on the auction market.
Recognizing Terechkovitch's signature
Often, Constantin Terechkovitch's paintings are signed at the bottom left of the painting. He signs with his surname and first name, often in a dark tone ; sometimes with the town where he painted the picture, or the date.
Knowing the value of a work
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Frequently asked questions
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Who was Constantin Terechkovitch, and what was his artistic background?Constantin Terechkovitch (1920–?) was a Russian painter born in Moscow and a leading portraitist of Russian Realism. As a child, he discovered Cubism and the modern masters through the collection of the famous patron Shchukin. After leaving Russia for Paris in 1920, he quickly became part of the Montparnasse circle of painters (Soutine, Kisling, Chagall) and made his mark on his era as a portraitist of prominent figures, before ending his career in Monaco, where he created sets for ballet and theater.
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What is the price range for works by Constantin Terechkovitch?The prices of Terechkovitch’s works vary considerably depending on the medium and the prestige of the subject. Prints range from €10 to €2,050, watercolor drawings from €45 to €21,650, and oil paintings on canvas from €70 to €66,570. In 2016, his portrait of Nina de Tabarin (1930) sold for €66,570, far exceeding its initial estimate of €9,740 to €13,050.
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How can I have a work by Constantin Terechkovitch authenticated and appraised?You can submit a request for a free, no-obligation appraisal with Auctie's. A certified expert or auctioneer will examine your artwork and provide you with an accurate assessment of its market value within 48 hours. This free appraisal also allows you to receive expert advice on the best sales strategies if you decide to sell your artwork.
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What characteristics should you look for to identify an authentic work by Terechkovitch?Constantin Terechkovitch’s paintings are generally signed in the lower left corner of the canvas, with his first and last name often in a dark color. The signature may be accompanied by the city or the date of creation. His preferred medium is oil on canvas, although he also produced watercolor drawings and prints. His artistic style is characteristic of Russian realism.
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How do I sell a work by Constantin Terechkovitch through Auctie's?Auctie's supports the owner every step of the way: following a free appraisal by our experts, we offer you the best sales options based on market conditions and potential buyers (including European, Russian, and American collectors, among others). Our auctioneers handle the entire process through to the auction, maximizing the sale price of your artwork.
