Renato Carvillani's sculptures and bronzes: quotation and value

Renato Carvillani's sculptures and bronzes: quotation and value

Key takeaways

  • Renato Carvillani (1896–1972), an Italian sculptor trained in Paris, created bronzes and gilded bronzes with rounded curves, which sold for between €800 and €4,100.
  • A gilded bronze sculpture depicting a seated woman sold for €1,950 in 2024, within the estimated range of €1,500 to €3,000.
  • The artist’s light fixtures sell for between €1,000 and €3,000, while his large-scale sculptures range from €800 to €4,100 depending on their prestige.

If you own a work by or after the artist Renato Carvillani, 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. Afterwards, if you wish to sell your work, we will guide you towards the best possible arrangement to obtain the optimum price.

Rating and value of Renato Carvillani's works  

Italian sculptor, Renato Carvillani works mainly in bronze. His works fetch between €800 and €4,100 on the auction market, a sizeable delta but one that speaks volumes about the value that can be attributed to the artist's works. A gilded bronze print depicting a seated woman sold for €1,950 by Auctie's in 2024, while it was estimated at between €1,500 and €3,000.

Order of value from a simple work to the most prestigious

Technique used

Result

Luminaires

From €1,000 to €3,000

Sculpture - volume

From €800 to €4,100

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Style and technique of the artist Renato Carvillani  

Renato Carvillani is an Italian sculptor who works mainly with bronze and gilded bronze. His sculptures are distinguished by their highly rounded curves. He was influenced by Jean Antoine Injalbert and Jean Boucher.

Renato Carvillani's career

Renato Carvillani (1896 - 1972) was an Italian sculptor born in Rome.

The artist moved to Paris at an early age, where he studied at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts de Paris, trained by Jean Antoine Injalbert and Jean Boucher. He soon exhibited his work at the major Parisian salons: Salon d'Automne, Salon des Indépendants and Salon des Artistes Français. His work met with limited success, which nevertheless enabled him to open a studio in the Cité d'Artistes in Paris's 15th arrondissement.

His inspirations are manifold, ranging from classic female nudes to animal sculpture. The bronzes he created were made by his father's foundry, which he opened in Paris during his childhood.

He died in 1972.

Renato Carvillani's imprint on his period

Renato Carvillani was not very well known during his lifetime, selling works at high enough prices to make a living from them thanks to the exclusive contract he contracted with his father's foundry. Today, his quotation is stable on the auction market.

Recognizing the artist's signature 

Renato Carvillani signs his works in cursive script, often with his surname and, in some cases, the date.

Signature de Renato Carvillani

Knowing the value of a work

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Frequently asked questions

  • Who was Renato Carvillani, and what was his artistic background?
    Renato Carvillani (1896–1972) was an Italian sculptor born in Rome who settled in Paris, where he studied at the École des Beaux-Arts under Jean Antoine Injalbert and Jean Boucher. He was known for his bronze and gilded bronze sculptures with rounded curves, and he regularly exhibited at the major Parisian art shows (Salon d’Automne, Salon des Indépendants, Salon des Artistes Français). His works cover a variety of themes, ranging from classical female nudes to animal sculpture.
  • What is the price range for Renato Carvillani's sculptures?
    Renato Carvillani's sculptures and bronzes sell for between €800 and €4,100 at auction. The artist’s light fixtures generally sell for between €1,000 and €3,000, while his three-dimensional sculptures command prices at the higher end of that range. His market value remains stable in the current market.
  • How can you authenticate and appraise a work by Renato Carvillani?
    To authenticate a work by Renato Carvillani and determine its exact value, we recommend that you request a free, no-obligation appraisal from Auctie's. A certified expert or auctioneer will contact you within 48 hours to provide a detailed appraisal based on the work’s condition, technique, provenance, and the artist’s current market value.
  • Is this a good time to sell a sculpture by Renato Carvillani?
    Yes, now is a good time to sell a work by Renato Carvillani. His market value is stable and well-established in the auction market, which ensures a predictable return. Auctie's supports sellers from the appraisal stage through to the auction to maximize the sale price.
  • How does the sales process work at Auctie's?
    The process begins with a request for a free estimate via our online form. An expert will promptly contact the owner to appraise the artwork with no obligation. If you decide to sell, our specialists will guide you through the best options and support you from start to finish—all the way through the auction—to ensure you get the best possible price.