Rating and value of works, paintings, drawings by Jean-François Portaels

If you own a work by or about the artist Jean-François Portaels, 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. Then, if you wish to sell your work, we'll guide you towards the best possible arrangement to obtain the optimum price.  

Artist's rating and value Jean-François Portaels     

Considered a classic painter of his time, Portaels left behind an artistic identity of his own. This legacy consists mainly of drawings and paintings. Today, prices for his works are rising under the auctioneer's hammer, and his stock is on the rise. His canvases and other works are particularly prized, especially by French buyers, and the price at which they sell on the art market ranges from €15 to €269,580, a considerable delta but one that speaks volumes about the value that can be attributed to Portaels' works. In 2022, an oil on canvas entitled La Procession sold for €26,500, whereas it was estimated at between €3,460 and €5,760. 

Order of value from a simple work to the most prestigious 

Style and technique of artist Jean-François Portaels        

Jean-François Portaels is a 19th-century artist who belongs to the Orientalist group (using inspiration from the Orient, mainly Morocco, Algeria and Turkey). He uses drawing and oil on canvas, which are more common on the auction market.

Jean-François Portaels, his life and work

Jean-François Portaels (1818-1895) was a 19th-century Belgian painter. He is best known for his orientalist works and portraits. Portaels studied at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Brussels and later traveled to Italy, Algeria and Turkey, where he drew inspiration for his Orientalist works.

He was particularly adept at capturing the exotic details and atmospheres of the countries he visited, and his works are often characterized by vivid colors, careful compositions and scenes of everyday life in the regions he explored. His portraits are also highly appreciated for their realism and expressiveness.

Jean-François Portaels' mark on his era

Portaels helped popularize Orientalist inspiration in Europe, where interest in the Orient and foreign cultures was at its height at the time. His works were shown in numerous exhibitions, and were praised for their artistic quality and their captivating depiction of distant worlds.

In addition to his pictorial contribution, Portaels also played a role in art education in Belgium as a professor at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Brussels.

Recognizing the artist's signature

Jean-François Portaels sometimes signs his works, usually at the bottom of the painting, in a color that contrasts with the background. However, there are a few copies, so expertise is essential.

Knowing the value of a work 

If you happen to own a work by or after Portaels, don't hesitate to request a free appraisal using the form on our website. A member of our team of experts and certified auctioneers will contact you promptly to provide you with an estimate of the market value of your work, as well as any relevant information about it. If you're thinking of selling your work, our specialists will also be on hand to offer you alternatives for selling it at the best possible price, taking into account market trends.