Rating and value of sculptures, mirrors, bas-reliefs by Albert Binquet

Rating and value of sculptures, mirrors, bas-reliefs by Albert Binquet

Key takeaways

  • Works by Albert Binquet, an Art Deco sculptor, sell for between €20 and €145,000 at auction, with strong potential for appreciation.
  • His bronze bas-reliefs and carved mirrors are highly sought after by collectors, particularly his mirrors featuring a mask at the bottom.
  • A plaster bas-relief from 1930 sold for €34,000 in 2014, far exceeding its initial estimate of €8,000 to €12,000.

If you own a work by or based on the work of artist Albert Binquet and would like to know its value, our state-approved experts and auctioneers will guide you. Our specialists will carry out a free appraisal of your work, and provide you with a precise estimate of its value on the current market. Thereafter, if you wish to sell your work, we will direct you to the best possible arrangement to obtain the optimum price.

Rating and value of the artist

Highly prized by collectors worldwide, Albert Binquet's works are listed at auction. The price at which they sell on the art market ranges from €20 to €145,000, a substantial delta but one that speaks volumes about the value that can be attributed to works by Albert Binquet. A work signed by him can fetch thousands of euros, as demonstrated by his patinated plaster bas-relief dating from 1930, which sold for €34,000 in 2014, whereas its estimate was between €8,000 and €12,000. His works, very little seen on the market, have strong upside potential.

Order of value from the most basic to the most prestigious

Work

Result

Mirror

From €7,500 to €13,000

Basic relief.relief

From €200 to €34,000

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Artist's style and technique

Albert Binquet produced three-dimensional sculptures, bas-reliefs and sculpted mirrors, often in bronze, during his career. The latter are part of the Art Deco movement.

Albert Binquet, miroir sculpté en bronze

Albert Binquet, prized Art Deco sculptor

Albert Binquet is a sculptor who produces works close to the Art Deco movement. He was also a decorator. Born in 1879, very few details of his personal life and artistic approach are known today. He did, however, teach at the École des Beaux-Arts in Bordeaux, while exhibiting his work at the Salon d'Automne from 1923 to 1931.

He created sculptures with various foundries such as the one in Hohwiller, although his three-dimensional sculptures have never yet come up for sale on the auction market. On the other hand, he has produced several bas-reliefs for which it is already easy to gauge the appeal to collectors.

Like Line Vautrin, his name is particularly famous as regards the creation of mirrors, often sculpted in bronze, in a rather elongated form, the particularity being that the bottom of his mirrors represents a mask. The rendering establishes a certain stylistic link with primitive art. 

The sculptor's imprint on his period

Albert Binquet is one of those artists who do not mark their era. Unknown to the general public, his works are nevertheless highly valued on the auction market today.

The artist's signature

Not all of Albert Binquet's works are signed.

Although there are variants, here is a first example of his signature:

Signature de Albert Binquet

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Frequently asked questions

  • Who is Albert Binquet, and what is his artistic style?
    Albert Binquet (1879–?) was a French sculptor and decorator known for his works in the Art Deco style. A professor at the École des Beaux-Arts in Bordeaux, he exhibited at the Salon d'Automne from 1923 to 1931. He is particularly famous for his bronze-carved mirrors with elongated shapes, characterized by a mask at the base reminiscent of primitive art.
  • What is the current market value of Albert Binquet's works?
    Albert Binquet's works sell for between €20 and €145,000 at auction. Mirrors are generally estimated at between €7,500 and €13,000, while bas-reliefs range from €200 to €34,000 depending on their size and condition. This wide range reflects the scarcity of these works on the market and their strong potential for appreciation.
  • How can you authenticate a work by Albert Binquet?
    To authenticate a work by Albert Binquet, we recommend that you request a free, no-obligation appraisal from Auctie's. Our experts and state-certified auctioneers will examine your item and provide you with an accurate appraisal within 48 hours, taking all authenticity criteria into account.
  • Is this a good time to sell a work by Albert Binquet?
    Yes, this is a good time to sell a work by Albert Binquet. His sculptures, mirrors, and bas-reliefs are highly sought after by collectors around the world; they remain scarce on the market and have strong upside potential. The Art Deco market remains dynamic, and this artist’s works continue to be in high demand.
  • How does the sale of a work of art work at Auctie's?
    At Auctie's, we support sellers every step of the way, from the free appraisal to the auction. After a no-obligation appraisal by our experts and certified auctioneers, we guide you toward the best sales approach, taking into account market trends and the unique characteristics of your item, to ensure you receive the best possible price.