Frédérick and Pauline Chanoit, experts in modern painting (20th century)
Key takeaways
- Pauline and Frédérick Chanoit have over 20 years of experience in the appraisal of 20th-century modern painting and are based in the Drouot district of Paris.
- Their firm has an exceptional collection of reference materials: 40 years of research, including catalogs raisonnés and thousands of archival images.
- They appraise paintings, drawings, sculptures, and abstract art by major artists (Picasso, Léger, Matisse, Giacometti, Kandinsky, Mondrian).
Pauline and Frédérick Chanoit : Your experts in modern painting (20th century)
Pauline and Frédérick Chanoit are recognized experts in 20th century modern painting. Their appraisal firm, located in the heart of the Drouot district in Paris, is a benchmark for the appraisal, authentication and valuation of works from this period.
They collaborate with numerous auctioneers, museums, institutions and private collectors, bringing their expertise to the examination of modern paintings and drawings.
Training and Experience of Pauline and Frédérick Chanoit
The Chanoits' background is distinguished by over two decades of accumulated experience in the appraisal of twentieth-century works. Their research is based on a wealth of documentation, the fruit of 40 years of collecting, including catalogs raisonnés and thousands of archival images. Specializing in modern and contemporary schools, they are regularly called upon by auction houses, including Auctie's, for their in-depth knowledge.
The Cabinet Chanoit is also an art gallery, presenting a variety of works from the 19th century to the modern period. Their expertise covers major twentieth-century artists, and their experience enables them to authenticate and appraise works by diverse and varied figures such as Charles Lacoste, Maurice de Vlaminck or Charles Camoin, and many other artists from this striking era.
Examples of paintings appraised by Chanoit
Estimated Between €1,200 and €1,600
Camille HILAIRE (1916-2004), The apple tree in blossom, oil on canvas
Estimated Between €5,000 and €8,000
Jean MIOTTE (1926-2016), acrylic on canvas
Estimated 8.000 - 15.000
Maurice de VLAMINCK (1876-1958), Still life with jugs and leeks, oil on canvas
Estimated 2.000 - 4.000
Charles LACOSTE (1870-1959) Starry night, Oil on paper mounted on canvas
Objects to be appraised by Pauline and Frédérick Chanoit:
- Peintures et Dessins Modernes : Works by early 20th-century artists, often associated with the cubist, surrealist and expressionist movements. Masters such as Pablo Picasso, Fernand Léger, and Henri Matisse.
- Abstract Art: The works of painters such as Kandinsky and Mondrian, symbols of a radical artistic revival that marked the interwar period.
- Sculptures Modernes: Sculptures by masters such as Giacometti, testifying to the diversity of forms and materials used in the 20th century.
Their rigorous approach and their network of experts in the field make Pauline and Frédérick Chanoit key players in the modern art market. In collaboration with Auctie's, you can call on them for a reliable and professional estimate.
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Frequently asked questions
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Who are Pauline and Frédérick Chanoit, and what is their area of expertise?Pauline and Frédérick Chanoit are renowned experts specializing in 20th-century modern painting, based in the heart of the Drouot district in Paris. With more than two decades of experience and an exceptional body of research accumulated over 40 years, they authenticate and appraise major works from the Cubist, Surrealist, Expressionist, and Abstract movements, collaborating regularly with auction houses, museums, and private collectors.
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How do I have a 20th-century modern painting authenticated?To authenticate a modern painting, you can request a free, no-obligation appraisal from Auctie's, which works with expert auctioneers such as Pauline and Frédérick Chanoit. These experts examine the artwork in detail and consult their extensive documentation and archives to verify its authenticity and provide a reliable valuation.
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What types of artworks can Chanoit's experts appraise?Pauline and Frédérick Chanoit appraise modern paintings and drawings from the early 20th century (Cubist, Surrealist, and Expressionist movements), abstract art (Kandinsky, Mondrian), and modern sculptures (Giacometti). They appraise works by major artists such as Picasso, Matisse, Léger, Vlaminck, and Camoin, covering the full range of forms and materials of the 20th century.
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How does the appraisal process work at Auctie's?Appraisals at Auctie's are free and non-binding. You submit a request describing your artwork; an expert such as Pauline or Frédérick Chanoit will examine it, consult the archives and catalogs raisonnés, and then provide you with a professional response within 48 hours, including a reliable appraisal of your modern painting.
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How do I sell a modern painting with Auctie's?Auctie's, an auction house, supports sellers from the initial appraisal through to the sale of their artwork. You start by requesting a free appraisal from experts such as Pauline and Frédérick Chanoit, and then Auctie's organizes the auction, handling the administrative aspects, promotion, and the search for buyers.
