Value and quotation of works, paintings by Carolus Duran
Key takeaways
- Works by Carolus Duran (1837–1917), a leading 19th-century portrait artist, sell for between €110 and €357,000, depending on the medium used.
- Oil-on-canvas paintings command the highest prices (up to €357,000), while watercolor drawings range from €110 to €9,810.
- The artist’s market value peaked in the 1990s and 2000s, but his works remain sought after by collectors despite his lack of innovative artistic breakthroughs.
If you own a work by or after Carolus Duran, and would like to know its value, our state-approved experts and auctioneers will offer you their appraisal services. Our specialists will carry out a free appraisal of your work, and provide you with a precise estimate of its current market value. Thereafter, if you wish to sell your work, we will guide you towards the best possible arrangement to obtain the optimum price.
Rating and value of the artist Carolus Duran
The artist Carolus Duran leaves behind a distinctive body of work, mostly composed of portraits. He studied art in Lille and then Paris. From then on, the prices of his works rose under the auctioneers' gavels. The price at which they sell on the art market ranges from €110 to €357,000, a significant gap but one that speaks volumes about the value that can be attributed to Carolus Duran's works. In 2014, a portrait by Fantin-Latour sold for €139,800. The artist's value peaked in the 1990s/2000s, but his works are still sought after by collectors.
Order of value from a simple work to the most prestigious
Technique | Result |
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Drawing - watercolor | From €110 to €9,810 |
Estamp | From €120 to €350 |
Oil on canvas | From €180 to €357,000 |
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Style and technique of artist Carolus Duran
Carolus Duran chooses to remain within the academic canons acquired during his training with painter François Souchon. His work consists mainly of portraits, although he also depicts war scenes. He was very popular under the Third Republic, and was often described as a "worldly painter".
Carolus Duran, a forgotten figure of the 19th century
Carolus Duran, whose real name was Charles Auguste Émile Durant (1837-1917), was a French artist and one of the most sought-after portraitists of the 19th century.
He began his training in Lille, in the studio of sculptor Jean-Baptiste Cadet de Beaupré. Cadet trained him in drawing. He then moved to Paris, where he learned painting and oil-on-canvas techniques from François Souchon. He met all the great painters of the time: Courbet, Fantin-Latour, Manet... He befriended them, and they naturally influenced his work and vice versa.
He left for Rome in 1862 on an artistic residency. His work les Assassinés was bought for him by the Musée des Beaux-Arts in Lille, enabling him to leave for Spain. There, he was inspired by Velasquez, which radically changed his way of painting.
He married in 1868 and painted a portrait of his wife that would please many. Following this, he has the funds to open his studio in Montparnasse. He is a member of the jury of the Universal Exhibition for 10 years, so his talent is known and recognized.
At the end of his career, he is appointed director of the Académie de France in Rome. He was also elected a member of the Académie des Beaux-Arts and co-founded the Société Nationale des Artistes.
He didn't take artistic risks despite his talent, and would be criticized for it: Pisaro and Zola published reviews, among others, that raised this fact.
Carolus Duran's imprint on 19th-century art
Carolus Duran was a very famous painter of his time, who is less well known today as he made no mark on art history. He was appreciated during his lifetime and still is today for his technique, but did not have an innovative spirit, and preferred to work on classical works that brought him more money.
Recognizing the artist's signature
Not all of Carolus Duran's works are signed, especially where drawings and prints are concerned. This is why an estimate is important.
Knowing the value of a work
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Frequently asked questions
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Who was Carolus Duran, and what is his historical context?Carolus Duran (1837–1917), whose real name was Charles Auguste Émile Durant, was one of the most sought-after portrait painters of the 19th century in France. Trained in Lille and then in Paris under academic masters, he established himself as a highly regarded “society painter” during the Third Republic, while also holding prestigious positions such as director of the French Academy in Rome and member of the Academy of Fine Arts.
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What is the price range and market value of Carolus Duran's works?Prices for works by Carolus Duran range from €110 to €357,000, depending on the medium and provenance. Oil paintings on canvas range from €180 to €357,000, drawings and watercolors from €110 to €9,810, while prints range from €120 to €350. The artist’s market value peaked in the 1990s and 2000s, but his works remain highly sought after by collectors.
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How can you authenticate a work by Carolus Duran?Not all of Carolus Duran's works are signed, particularly his drawings and prints. To authenticate a work, we recommend that you request a free appraisal from Auctie's by filling out our form. A certified expert or auctioneer will contact you within 48 hours to examine the work and provide you with an accurate estimate.
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Is this the right time to sell a work by Carolus Duran?Yes, now is a good time to sell a work by Carolus Duran. Although his market value peaked in the 1990s and 2000s, his paintings are still sought after by collectors, and hammer prices continue to rise. Seeking appraisals from qualified experts will help you get the best possible value for your artwork.
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How does the free appraisal and sale process work at Auctie's?The appraisal is free and non-binding: fill out our online form, and a certified expert or auctioneer will contact you within 48 hours to provide you with the market value of your artwork. If you’d like to sell, our specialists will support you every step of the way—from the appraisal to the auction—guiding you toward the best solution for selling your item at the best possible price.
