Rating and value of paintings by Émile Claus
Key takeaways
- Émile Claus, a leading figure of Flemish Luminism, has works valued between €10 and €552,990, with a record price set in 2018 at Christie’s.
- Oil-on-canvas paintings, the artist’s preferred medium, sell for between €550 and €552,990, while drawings and watercolors range from €80 to €30,000.
- An artist recognized worldwide since the 19th century, his works—held in museums and private collections—maintain a stable and secure market value.
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Artist's rating and value
Considered the inheritor of Jacob Jacobs' painting, Émile Claus quickly acquired a reputation and a place in the world art market. Today, his works remain highly prized, making their creator a sure thing in the auction room. The prices at which the artist's works sell range from €10 to €552,990, a considerable delta but one that speaks volumes about the value that can be attached to the artist's works. His oil on canvas Vue sur Murano, lueur du couchant, sold for €552,990 at Christie's in 2018.
Order of value from basic to prestigious
Technique used | Result | Estamp - multiple | From €10 to €850 |
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Drawing - watercolor | From €80 to €30,000 |
Oil on canvas | From €550 to €552,990 |
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The artist's works and style
Émile Claus is one of the leading figures of luminism, which is a general term used to describe various painters, notably Spanish and Flemish. Pointillist, impressionist and realist tendencies are all present. The artist worked mainly with drawing and oil on canvas, although he did produce a few prints.
The life of Émile Claus
Émile Claus was born in Flanders, in Vive-Saint-Éloi, into a family of shopkeepers.
He decided early on to become a painter, and began his training at the Antwerp School of Fine Arts, exhibiting his first canvases in 1875. Early on, he worked on colorimetry issues.
He met the painter Theo Verstraerte, and the two artists influenced each other's work. His production is described as luminist from these pivotal years when he works not only on color, but also on light.
Later in his career, he links up with the Laethem group and works with the artists who are part of it.
He was also influenced by the Symbolist painter Henri Le Sidaner, with whom he also worked.
Émile Claus died in 1924, in Astane.
Emile Claus's imprint on his time
Very popular in the Netherlands, Émile Claus became world-famous. The artist exhibited and traveled all over the world, exhibiting regularly throughout his career.
Today, some of his works are held in museums around the world, but collectors play the biggest role in preserving his work.
His signature
Not all Émile Claus's works are signed.
Although there are variations, here's a first example of his signature:
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Frequently asked questions
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Who was Émile Claus, and what artistic movement was he associated with?Émile Claus (1849–1924) was a Flemish painter considered the heir to Jacob Jacobs. A leading figure of Luminism, he developed a style that combined Pointillist, Impressionist, and Realist tendencies, with a particular focus on color and light. He also became associated with the Laethem group and was influenced by the Symbolist Henri Le Sidaner.
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What are the prices and market values of Émile Claus's works?Prices for works by Émile Claus vary considerably depending on the medium. Prints range from €10 to €850, drawings and watercolors from €80 to €30,000, and oil paintings on canvas from €550 to €552,990. His oil painting titled *View of Murano, Glow of the Setting Sun* fetched a record price of €552,990 at Christie’s in 2018, confirming his status as a safe bet at auction.
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How do I have a work by Émile Claus appraised?You can request a free, no-obligation appraisal from Auctie's by filling out our online form. A certified expert or auctioneer will contact you to appraise your artwork and provide you with an accurate estimate of its market value within 48 hours.
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Is this the right time to sell a work by Émile Claus?Yes, now is a good time to sell a work by Émile Claus. The artist continues to command very high prices and remains a safe bet at auction, with sustained demand from international collectors. The Luminism market is enjoying steady interest, particularly for high-quality oil-on-canvas paintings.
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