Rating and value of paintings and drawings by Jean-Joseph Weerts

If you own a work by JJ. Weerts, and would like to know its value, our state-approved experts and auctioneers will be happy to 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 will guide you towards the best possible arrangement to obtain the optimum price.

Artist's rating and value Jean-Joseph Weerts   

The artist Jean-Joseph Weerts left behind a classic body of work, consisting mainly of historical paintings, a genre he experimented with in his work. From then on, prices for his works rose under the auctioneer's hammer. His paintings are highly prized, especially by English and French buyers. The price at which they sell on the art market ranges from €20 to €25,600, a very substantial difference, but one that speaks volumes about the value that can be attributed to Weerts' work. In 2021, a dark-toned portrait of Hugues in his studio sold for €25,600, whereas its estimate was between €11,600 and €17,400.

Order of value from a simple work to the most prestigious

Style and technique of artist Jean-Jospeh Weerts   

Throughout his career, Jean-Joseph Weerts followed academic canons, establishing himself as a neoclassical artist. He produced drawings and oils on canvas, focusing on religious painting, history and portraiture. He ticks all the boxes of the perfect Académie pupil.

Jean-Jospeh Weerts, 19th-century academic painter

Jean-Joseph Weerts (1846 - 1927) was a French painter best known for his portraits and historical scenes. He was born in Roubaix, France, and studied at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris, where he was a pupil of Alexandre Cabanel.

Weerts was particularly renowned for his mastery of detail and his ability to portray the expressions and emotions of the subjects he painted. He often worked on historical subjects, recreating famous scenes from French and European history. His style was influenced by the academic realism of the time, and his works were often characterized by their technical precision.

Over the course of his career, Jean-Joseph Weerts was commissioned to paint portraits of important personalities of his time, as well as of high society. He also contributed to the decoration of various public and private buildings.

Weerts' imprint on his period 

Although his work was appreciated during his lifetime, interest in academic realism waned over time as artistic movements evolved. Nevertheless, his legacy lives on in his paintings, which reflect the artistic sensibility of his time. He remains a highly sought-after artist at auction for lovers and collectors of neoclassical works.

Recognizing the artist's signature

Not all works by Jean-Joseph Weerts are signed. They may be at the bottom of the painting, but if you think you own one, it's best to have it appraised to be sure of its originality.

Knowing the value of a work

If you happen to own a work by or after Weerts, 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 wish to sell your work of art, our specialists will also be on hand to offer you alternatives for selling it at the best possible price, taking into account market trends.