Rating and value of works, drawings, paintings by Michel Adlen
Key takeaways
- Michel Adlen, a member of the École de Paris, sees his works sell for between €50 and €15,000, depending on the medium and size.
- Oil-on-canvas paintings fetch the highest prices (€70 to €15,000), notably “Profil de statue baulé de côte d’ivoire,” which sold for €15,000 in 2014.
- A Ukrainian artist born in 1898, influenced by Cubism and Impressionism, he also worked in watercolor, drawing, and woodcut.
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Artist's rating and value
An important member of the Paris School, Michel Adlen quickly established himself on the art market. Today, the artist's presence on the market is limited, but his works sell for relatively high prices, between €50 and €15,000 - a substantial delta, but one that speaks volumes about the value that can be attributed to these works. Thus, a painting signed by Adlen can fetch tens of thousands of euros at auction, like his composition Profile de statue baulé de côte d'ivoire, adjudicated at €15,000 in 2014.
Order of value from the most basic to the most prestigious
Technique used | Result | Estamp - multiple | From €50 to €130 |
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Drawing - watercolor | From €20 to €2,000 |
Oil on canvas | From €70 to €15,000 |
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The artist's works and style
With a very modern style, Michel Adlen's painting is influenced by cubism and impressionism. However, as he strives to develop his own style, the artist's compositions are more detailed and emotionally rich. Michel Adlen draws his inspiration from Polish culture, particularly music and literature.
In addition to painting, Michel Adlen produced many watercolors and drawings. The artist depicted landscapes, portraits and still lifes.
The life of Michel Adlen
Michel Adlen was born in 1898 in the Ukraine. From 1915, the young boy attended painting classes in Vienna before exhibiting and taking part in graphic art shows in Berlin.
Adlen joined the Union des Artistes russes de Paris, as well as the La Satire and Les Imagiers groups. He obtained French nationality in 1929 and took part in the visual revolution of the École de Paris. Influenced by the 1900-1910 decade, he drew inspiration from his contemporaries to propose innovative painting.
As soon as he arrived in Paris, Michel Adlen was inspired by Cubist art. His wife Jeanne becomes his muse. He paints still lifes, portraits of women and urban scenes. Adlen is also an illustrator for newspapers and books.
In 1936, Michel Adlen takes part in the International Woodcut Exhibition in Warsaw. His engravings were coveted by museums in Kiev and Moscow as early as 1928.
His signature
Not all of Michel Adlen's works are signed.
A photo of his signature can be seen on the work above.
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Frequently asked questions
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Who was Michel Adlen, and what was his artistic movement?Michel Adlen (1898–1970) was a Ukrainian artist who became a naturalized French citizen in 1929 and was a prominent member of the École de Paris. His modern style was influenced by Cubism and Impressionism, enriched with details and personal emotions drawn from Polish culture, particularly music and literature. He quickly made a name for himself in the art world and played a part in the visual revolution of the time.
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What is the price range for Michel Adlen's works?The prices of Michel Adlen’s works vary considerably depending on the medium: prints range from €50 to €130, watercolors and drawings from €20 to €2,000, and oil paintings on canvas from €70 to €15,000. Some prestigious works, such as “Profile of an Ivory Statue,” fetched €15,000 at auction in 2014.
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How can you authenticate and appraise a work by Michel Adlen?To authenticate and appraise a work by Michel Adlen, we recommend that you request a free appraisal from Auctie's. Our team of experts and state-certified auctioneers will conduct a no-obligation appraisal and provide you with an accurate estimate of the market value within 48 hours.
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What kinds of works did Michel Adlen create?Michel Adlen created paintings (oil on canvas), watercolors, drawings, prints, and woodcuts. His favorite subjects were landscapes, portraits of women (particularly his wife and muse, Jeanne), still lifes, and urban scenes. He also worked as an illustrator for newspapers and books.
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How do I sell a work by Michel Adlen through Auctie's?If you’d like to sell a work by Michel Adlen, Auctie’s will guide you through the process from appraisal to auction. After a free appraisal by our specialists, we’ll help you determine the best sales strategy, taking market trends into account to ensure you get the best possible price.
