The value of Christophe Gabriel Allegrain's works
Key takeaways
- Christophe Gabriel Allegrain, an 18th-century French sculptor and ceramicist, was on par with his collaborator Jean-Baptiste Pigalle before fading from art history.
- Allegrain’s works are valued between €150 and €400,500; a bronze statue of Venus sold for €5,202 in 2010.
- Allegrain was promoted to First Sculptor to the King, became dean and rector of the Academy, and then professor of sculpture in 1759, succeeding Lambert Sigisbert Adam.
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Rating and value of artist Christophe Gabriel Allegrain
French sculptor and ceramist, Christophe Gabriel Allegrain has gradually faded from the art history books despite being the 18th century equal and counterpart of his brother-in-law and collaborator Jean-Baptiste Pigalle.Allegrain's works sell for between €150 and €400,500. A bronze statue of Venus taking a bath sold for €5,202 in 2010.
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Bronze and marble statue | 100 - 400 500€ |
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The artist's style and technique
Allegrain sculpts his works with great delicacy and dexterity despite the poor quality of the marble he is sometimes supplied with. He was slightly inspired by some Mannerist statues, notably the bronzes of Jean de Bologne, appropriating the sinuous line of the silhouettes, the serpentine face, the relatively small breasts and the elaborate hairstyle.Despite the often mythological subjects, the representation of the body is very naturalistic, with no unjustified concealment of the folds on the belly or hips.
A recent graduate of the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris, Christophe-Gabriel Allegrain settled in the Marais district at the beginning of the 18th century.
His imprint
As part of the neo-classical and Baroque movement, Allegrain was promoted to premier sculpteur du Roi and took up a seat at the famous Académie. In 1759, he succeeded Lambert Sigisbert Adam at the Académie and was appointed Professor of Sculpture.
The artist's signature
Christophe-Gabriel Allegrain signs his works with the initials of his compound first name as well as his full name, seconded by the date of creation.
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Frequently asked questions
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Who was Christophe Gabriel Allegrain, and what was his historical context?Christophe Gabriel Allegrain was an 18th-century French sculptor and ceramicist, a contemporary and collaborator of Jean-Baptiste Pigalle. He was promoted to First Sculptor to the King, served on the Academy’s board—where he held the positions of dean and rector—and was appointed professor of sculpture in 1759. Despite his historical significance, he has gradually faded from the annals of art history.
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What is the price range for Allegrain's works?Christophe Gabriel Allegrain’s works sell for between €150 and €400,500, depending on the medium and quality. Bronze and marble statues make up the majority of his body of work and generally fall within this range. For example, a bronze statue of Venus sold for €5,202 in 2010.
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How do I have an Allegrain artwork authenticated and appraised?Contact Auctie's using the free appraisal request form on our website. A state-certified expert or auctioneer will contact you promptly to appraise your artwork with no obligation. You will receive an accurate estimate of its current market value, along with detailed information about it.
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What are Allegrain's signature style and technique?Allegrain sculpted with delicacy and dexterity, drawing slight inspiration from Jean de Bologne’s Mannerism, with sinuous silhouettes and serpentine faces. As part of both the Neoclassical and Baroque movements, he was distinguished by his highly naturalistic depiction of the human form—particularly in revealing the folds and imperfections of the human body—while often favoring mythological subjects.
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How do I sell an Allegrain artwork through Auctie's?If you wish to sell your artwork after it has been appraised, Auctie's will guide you through the entire process from start to finish. Our specialists will help you choose the best sales strategy to achieve the highest possible price at auction, leveraging our expertise and network of collectors.
