Maxime Charron, certified expert in Porcelain, Historical Memorabilia, Russian Art

Maxime Charron: Your expert in historical memorabilia, objects of virtue and European and Russian art

Maxime Charron, renowned expert in European and Russian art. With a solid education and a wealth of professional experience, Maxime offers accurate estimates for your precious art objects.

Maxime Charron's Education and Experience

Having a Licence in Art History, a Master's Degree in Archaeology from the Sorbonne and a Graduate Diploma from the École du Louvre in Art Market, Maxime Charron began his prestigious career at Christie's in Paris and then in London. In particular, he played a key role in organizing the exceptional sale of the Yves Saint-Laurent Collection in 2009.

After a rewarding period at Drouot, within the Coutau-Bégarie firm, Maxime chose the path of independence in 2014. His expertise has particularly asserted itself in Russian art and historical memorabilia. Since 2022, he has worked closely with Auctie's, bringing his in-depth knowledge and rigor in several artistic fields.

What kind of objects does Maxime Charron appraise?

• Russian silverware: Pieces signed by Fabergé, including his famous eggs, are priceless treasures of Russian art. Maxime Charron has appraised a variety of objects, from meticulously detailed brooches to elegant ceremonial goblets, attesting to the wealth of Russian silverware.

• Icons Orthodox : These sacred representations, often adorned with gold leaf and rare pigments, bear witness to profound Orthodox spirituality. Artists such as Andrei Rublev and Dionisi have left their mark on this art form. Maxime Charron, thanks to his training and experience, knows how to distinguish and appraise exceptional icons.

• Russian Art: Maxime has in-depth expertise in Russian art, covering paintings of Russian realism by artists such as Ilya Repin or Ivan Shishkin, through to refined porcelain from the Imperial factory in St. Petersburg or Moscow (Alexander Popov).

• Historical Memorabilia: Historical objects, whether commemorative medals, royal correspondence or personal items of historical individuals, require in-depth knowledge to estimate their value and importance on the European market. Maxime Charron excels in this field, having appraised pieces directly from the Romanovs or European royal families.

• Sèvres Porcelain: This French porcelain, world-renowned for its finesse, was produced by the Sèvres manufactory. Maxime has appraised a variety of pieces, from exquisite vases decorated with pastoral scenes, to dinner services that once belonged to the European nobility.

• Miniatures: These delicate works of art, often portraits executed with incredible precision, can be the work of renowned artists such as Jean-Baptiste Isabey. Maxime Charron, with his discerning eye, can not only estimate the miniature's value, but also determine its potential artist.

• Objects de Vitrine: Each object, whether a gold snuffbox, an ornate clock or an object of curiosity, tells a unique story. Maxime Charron is particularly skilled at appraising these precious objects, having already appraised collections from European palaces.

Contact Maxime Charron for your Estimates

Whether you own a piece of the famous Meissen porcelain, a Russian realism painting or any other precious art object, Maxime Charron is there to provide you with a reliable and professional estimate. Contact him today to benefit from his expertise.

Thanks to the synergy between Auctie's and Maxime Charron, major sales are organized, highlighting Russian Art and Historical Memorabilia.

If you're looking for an expert to appraise Russian Art or appraise Sèvres Porcelain, Maxime Charron is the ideal interlocutor thanks to his vast experience and meticulous approach.