Rating and value of works, paintings, drawings by Hyacinthe Rigaud

If you own a work by the artist Hyacinthe Rigaud or based on his work and would like to know its value, our state-approved experts and auctioneers will guide you. Our specialists will carry out a free appraisal of your work, and provide you with a precise estimate of its value on the current market. Thereafter, if you wish to sell your work, we will direct you to the best possible arrangement to obtain the optimum price.

Rating and value of the artist 

Hyacinthe Rigaud's work is rare and rated on the auction market. His works arouse interest among collectors and art lovers, particularly those who appreciate 17th-century painting. The most sought-after pieces are the royal portraits, as well as his other works produced in his capacity as painter to the King's Court. Thus, a work signed Hyacinthe Rigaud can fetch thousands of euros at auction, such as his painting Portrait de Henri-Oswald de la Tour d'Auvergne, bid for €650,000 in 2016.

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The life of Hyacinthe Rigaud

Hyacinthe Rigaud was a famous French painter of the 17th and 18th centuries, born on July 18, 1659 in Perpignan and dying on December 29, 1743 in Paris. He is best known for his elegant, flattering portraits of French high society at the time, making him one of the most renowned portraitists of his time.

Rigaud began his artistic career studying painting in Montpellier, then moved to Paris in 1681, where he quickly acquired a prestigious clientele. His portrait style was characterized by meticulous attention to detail, majestic poses and skillful use of light to enhance the grandeur of his subjects. 

Rigaud's most famous work is undoubtedly his portrait of Louis XIV, painted in 1701, which has become one of the most iconic representations of the Sun King. This portrait contributed to Rigaud's international renown and established him as the official portraitist of Louis XIV's court.

The artist's works and style 

Over the course of his career, Hyacinthe Rigaud painted many other members of the nobility, upper middle class and European royalty, leaving behind a lasting artistic legacy. His works continue to be exhibited in museums around the world, and are appreciated for their technical mastery and faithful depiction of the French elite of his time. 

His signature 

Not all of Hyacinthe Rigaud's works are signed. It is also possible that it is a copy or that the mention has faded over time, which is why expertise is paramount.

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If you own a work by Hyacinthe Rigaud, don't hesitate to request a free appraisal by filling in our online form. A member of our team of experts and chartered auctioneers will contact you to provide an estimate of the market value of your work. 

If you are considering selling your work, our specialists will also guide you through the various alternatives available to obtain the best possible price, taking into account market trends and the specific features of each work.