Pierre-Antoine Martenet, certified antique painting expert

Pierre-Antoine Martenet : Your expert in antique paintings  

Pierre-Antoine is a renowned expert in classical painting, who works closely with auction houses, as well as holding a position as expert before the Paris Court of Appeal in his specialty. With solid training and a wealth of professional experience, Pierre-Antoine offers precise, certified estimates on your classic painting bags or antique paintings, regardless of the painting's dimensions, the artist or the technique used.

Education and Experience of Pierre-Antoine Martenet

Pierre-Antoine Martenet is a renowned expert specializing in the valuation and appraisal of objets d'art, particularly in the field of antique paintings and drawings.

His academic background is prestigious, with studies at the Institut d'Études Supérieures des Arts (IESA) and the École Pratique des Hautes Études (EPHE) at the Sorbonne.

These establishments enabled him to acquire a solid grounding in art history and a keen expertise in classical works, particularly early painting, his area of specialization.

His career began in the auction business, where he held a number of positions with major houses such as Drouot and Sotheby's, two major institutions in the art market.

He then moved on to a renowned Parisian gallery, before co-founding Quirinal, an art appraisal firm, in 2015.

Thanks to his years of experience, Pierre-Antoine Martenet has become a regular speaker at prestigious conferences, including Drouot Formation and Luxembourg Art Week, as well as being a lecturer in preparatory classes at Versailles.

In addition to his activities as an expert at auctions, he collaborates with private collectors and participates in art authentication and appraisal surveys.

His mastery of techniques and artistic schools, combined with his network in the world of auction houses and art institutions, makes him a reference in the field of old paintings and historical collections.

In addition to his expertise in classical art, Pierre-Antoine Martenet is also interested in manuscripts and historical archives, contributing to the valorization of priceless heritages through various sales and collaborations.

At Auctie's, he appraises your old paintings and drawings. In 2023, for example, he appraised the painting by Burbank that still holds the world record for the artist.

On a daily basis, he collaborates with Auctie's for the expertise of artists such as Pascal Dagnan-Bouveret, Hippolyte Lazerges or old religious paintings or old paintings from Dutch schools.

Objects to be appraised by Pierre-Antoine Martenet:

• Paintings from the Flemish School (16th and 17th centuries):Works by renowned artists such as Pieter Brueghel the Elder, Théo van Rysselberghe, and Peter Claessens the Elder. This school is particularly prized for its genre scenes, portraits of the nobility and large religious paintings.

The most sought-after pieces are often characterized by meticulous detail and masterful use of light.

• Paintings from the Italian School (Renaissance and Baroque): Works by masters such as Panini, Sassoferrato, and Titian, spanning the Florentine Renaissance and Roman Baroque periods. Paintings depicting mythological or religious themes, as well as commissioned portraits of the influential families of the time, are common examples of this school.

• French School (18th and 19th centuries):With artists such as Jean-Honoré Fragonard, Théodore Géricault, and Gustave Courbet, this school is represented by historical scenes, romantic landscapes and portraits. Pieces from this school also include works from Neoclassicism and Romanticism prized for their technicality and intensity of subject. 

• Paintings by the Spanish School (17th century):The Seville School and the Madrid School, exemplified by masters such as Diego Velázquez and Diaz de la Pena, are known for their royal and religious portraits. Their works feature dramatic compositions, including court portraits and mystical themes.

• Dutch School (17th century): Drawings by Rembrandt, Johannes Vermeer, and Frans Hals, famous for their scenes of daily life, bourgeois portraits and luminous studies. Still lifes and landscapes are also highly prized.

• Orientalist Paintings (19th century): Works by artists such as Jean-Léon Gérôme and Eugène Delacroix, depicting exotic scenes, often inspired by travels in North Africa and the Middle East. These paintings, rich in detail and color, are sought after for their exoticism and dynamism.

• Artists of Realism (19th century): Canvas by Jean-François Millet, Honoré Daumier, and Gustave Courbet, who depict everyday life, workers and rural landscapes with great truth. These works are prized for their honesty and implicit social criticism.

• Drawings and preparatory studies (16th to 19th century):The sketches and preparatory studies by artists such as Jean-Baptiste Greuze, or Ingres, are objects of great rarity and provide a better understanding of the creative process of the masters.

Pierre-Antoine Martenet, thanks to his training in art history and his experience in the field, is competent to appraise all these schools and artistic movements. His expertise makes it possible to distinguish original works from copies and authenticate them, while providing an accurate valuation for collectors and auctions.

These objects are masterpieces within early painting, appreciated for their rarity, exclusivity, and the technical mastery that characterizes them. Their expert appraisal by Pierre-Antoine Martenet guarantees their authenticity and market value. 

Contact Pierre-Antoine Martenet for your appraisals

Whether you own a Géricault drawing, a Burbank painting or any other object related to the field of early painting, Pierre-Antoine Martenet is there to provide you with a reliable and professional appraisal. Contact him today to benefit from his expertise.

Thanks to the synergy between Auctie's and Pierre-Antoine, major sales are organized, highlighting early painting and classical art. 

If you're looking for an expert for the valuation of an early painting, Pierre-Antoine Martenet is the ideal contact thanks to his vast experience and meticulous approach.