Rating and value of works, paintings, drawings by Charles Gleyre
Key takeaways
- Works by Charles Gleyre, a 19th-century Swiss academic painter, sell for between €30 and €266,340, depending on the technique used.
- Oil-on-canvas paintings are the most sought-after (€2,420 to €266,340), particularly among Swiss buyers, while prints remain affordable (€30 to €100).
- Gleyre (1806–1874) influenced major artists such as Monet and Renoir; his Orientalist legacy is now preserved by private collectors.
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Rating and value of the artist Charles Gleyre
The artist Charles Gleyre leaves behind a body of work characteristic of academic painting, he is famous for his canvases and drawings. Now, prices for his works are rising under auctioneers' gavels. His paintings are particularly prized, especially by Swiss buyers. The price at which they sell on the art market ranges from €30 to €266,340, a substantial gap but one that says a lot about the value that can be attributed to Gleyre's works. Ulysse and Nausicaa, an oil on canvas depicting a mythological scene was sold for 155,675€, amounting to its low estimate.
Order of value from a simple work to the most prestigious
Technique used | Result |
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Estamp | From 30 to 100€ |
Drawing - watercolor | From 130 to 30 500€ |
Oil on canvas | From 2 420 to 266 340€ |
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Style and technique of the artist Charles Gleyre
Charles Gleyre was a 19th-century painter of rigorous academicism. He is particularly famous for his paintings inspired by the Orient. He produced engravings, drawings and oils on canvas.
The life of Charles Gleyre
Charles Gabriel Gleyre (1806-1874) was a Swiss painter born in Chevilly.
He spent the first part of his training in Louis Hersant's studio in Paris. He painted his first canvas in Rome. He travels with a friend to Sicily, Greece, Egypt and Sudan. It was on these last trips that he acquired his oriental inspiration. He produced a number of paintings in these countries, which earned him the title of Orientalist painter.
He exhibited at the Salon of 1843 and showed himself to be an outstanding draughtsman, although he also mastered the treatment of color. That same year, he was appointed professor at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. He also opened a studio on rue de Vaugirard, and trained Alfred Sisley, Claude Monet and Auguste Renoir, among others.
The latter, however, left his studio together because of a disagreement over the antique or the representation of landscape.
He died in 1874 of a ruptured aneurysm, leaving behind him a substantial legacy.
Gleyre's imprint on his era
Charles Gleyre painted history and genre scenes throughout his career, and his works are now preserved in museums and art collections around the world. He leaves behind an important legacy as an Orientalist painter but is an artist little known to the general public.
He will have influenced many artists after him, including Auguste Renoir, Claude Monet or Alfred Sisley.
Today, private collectors play a major role in preserving his work.
Recognizing the artist's signature
Not all the painter's works are signed. However, with or without a mention, it's important for you to have the work appraised to ensure its originality and to be able to date it. Naturally, there are also copies.
Awareness of the value of a work
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Frequently asked questions
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Who is Charles Gleyre, and what is his historical context?Charles Gabriel Gleyre (1806–1874) was a 19th-century Swiss painter and a leading figure in academic painting and Orientalism. A professor at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris beginning in 1843, he trained such renowned artists as Claude Monet, Auguste Renoir, and Alfred Sisley. His travels to the East (Egypt, Greece, Sicily) strongly influenced his style, which is characterized by historical and mythological scenes.
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What is the price range for works by Charles Gleyre?The prices of Gleyre’s works vary considerably depending on the medium: prints range from €30 to €100, drawings and watercolors from €130 to €30,500, and oil paintings on canvas from €2,420 to €266,340. These variations reflect the importance of the medium used, the size, and the provenance of the work, with mythological and Orientalist compositions being particularly sought after.
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How can you authenticate a work by Charles Gleyre?It is essential to have any work believed to be by Gleyre appraised, as not all of his works are signed and copies exist. Auctie's offers a free, no-obligation appraisal conducted by certified auctioneers and experts, which will allow you to confirm the work’s authenticity and determine its precise date. Our team will contact you within 48 hours to provide you with a detailed estimate.
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Is this a good time to sell a work by Charles Gleyre?Yes, now is a good time to sell a work by Gleyre, as prices for his works are rising steadily on the art market and his works are attracting particular interest from collectors, especially those in Switzerland. The artist’s limited body of work and the rarity of his major compositions help maintain stable demand for his paintings and drawings.
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How does the appraisal and sale process work at Auctie's?Auctie's supports you every step of the way: request a free, no-obligation appraisal via our online form, and an expert will contact you within 48 hours with an estimate of the market value. If you’re interested in selling, our specialists will help you determine the best sales strategy, taking market trends into account to maximize the price of your artwork.
