Rating and value of works, drawings, paintings by Mathurin Meheut
Key takeaways
- Mathurin Méheut (1882–1958), a leading Breton regionalist painter, has seen his market value rise steadily since the interwar period.
- Oil-on-canvas paintings depicting Breton peasants, painted with casein, fetch the highest prices, reaching up to €52,000, as seen with the painting *Paludiers*, which sold at auction in 2017.
- Graphic works (prints, drawings, watercolors) range from €25 to €41,000, while ceramics and sculptures remain more affordable, ranging from €120 to €762.
French painter, illustrator, decorator and ceramist, Mathurin Méheut (1882-1958) is considered one of the leading artists of the Breton regionalist movement. His creations reflect the richness of local traditions and testify to his talent for capturing the beauty of nature and the people around him.
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Artist's rating and value
Mathurin Méheut made his mark on the art scene between the wars. His paintings were marketed and appreciated during his lifetime. Since then, the artist's market value has risen steadily. Among Mathurin Méheut's works, the most sought-after are those depicting Breton peasants, painted in casein on canvas. Thus, a work signed by the artist's hand can fetch tens of thousands of euros at auction, as evidenced by his painting Ramasseurs de sel à Guérande, ou Paludier ratissant l'œillet avec le las, adjudged €52,000 in 2017.
Order of value from basic to prestigious
Technique used | Result | Estamp - multiple | From €25 to €18,000 |
|---|---|
Sculpture - volume | From €120 to €7,000 |
Ceramics | From €170 to €762 |
Drawing - watercolor | From €50 to €41,000 |
Oil on canvas | From €80 to €52,000 |
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The artist's works and style
The art market abounds with a large number of Méheut's graphic works. In addition to pencil drawings, his output includes a variety of charcoal drawings, gouaches, watercolors, as well as a few sanguines and pastels. These works generally feature the marine world, its fauna, flora and fishing-related activities.
The artist also produces oil, casein, or milk paint, to create works with a velvety texture and distinctive matte finish.
Throughout his career, Méheut has been involved in numerous decorative projects, with an emphasis on tableware. His ceramic creations include a variety of services, crockery and shaped objects such as plates, pitchers, ashtrays and small decorative sculptures often depicting Breton women. The "service de la mer" is particularly famous and sought-after.
Mathurin Méheut, his life, his work
Mathurin Méheut was born in Lamballe in 1882 into a family of craftsmen. He started out as a house painter, before exploring drawing and entering the École des Beaux-Arts in Rennes and then Paris.
Mathurin Méheut made a name for himself as a decorative painter for various magazines and illustrated famous books. His passion for seascapes led him to create a major work entitled "Étude de la mer". He also explored image reproduction techniques. After the First World War, he turned his attention to earthenware, working with several renowned manufacturers. Mathurin Méheut left an undeniable mark on the visual arts and decoration.
Throughout his artistic career, Mathurin Méheut drew inspiration from his native Brittany. As an illustrator, decorator and through an abundance of written testimonials, he immortalized the marine fauna and flora, landscapes and inhabitants of the region.
His signature
Not all of Mathurin Méheut's works are signed.
Although there are variations, here's a first example of his signature:
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Frequently asked questions
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Who is Mathurin Méheut, and what is his artistic background?Mathurin Méheut (1882–1958) was a French painter, illustrator, set designer, and ceramicist considered one of the leading artists of the Breton Regionalist movement. Born in Lamballe, he studied at the École des Beaux-Arts in Rennes and later in Paris, and gained recognition during the interwar period for his works reflecting the richness of Breton traditions, particularly seascapes, coastal flora and fauna, and the lives of Breton farmers.
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What are the price ranges for Mathurin Méheut's works based on the medium used?Prices vary considerably depending on the medium: prints range from €25 to €18,000, drawings and watercolors from €50 to €41,000, oil paintings on canvas between €80 and €52,000, sculptures between €120 and €7,000, and ceramics between €170 and €762. Casein-on-canvas paintings of Breton peasants, which are particularly sought after, rank among the most prestigious, as illustrated by *The Salt Worker Raking the Seaweed with a Las*, which sold for €52,000 in 2017.
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How can you authenticate a work by Mathurin Méheut and determine its value?To authenticate a piece and determine its market value, we offer a free, no-obligation appraisal by our state-certified experts and auctioneers. Simply fill out our online form, and a member of our team will contact you to provide an accurate estimate within 48 hours.
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Is now a good time to sell a work by Mathurin Méheut?Yes, now is a good time to sell a work by Mathurin Méheut. The artist’s market value has been rising steadily since the interwar period, and his works—particularly his paintings of Breton scenes and the ceramics from the famous “Service de la Mer” collection—remain highly sought after by collectors and the art market.
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