Rating and value of paintings by Henri Adrien Tanoux

If you own a work by or based on the work of artist Henri Adrien Tanoux and would like to know its value, our state-approved experts and auctioneers can help you. Our specialists will carry out a free appraisal of your work, and provide you with a precise estimate of its value on the current market. Then, if you wish to sell your work of art, we will guide you towards the best possible means of obtaining the best possible price. 

Artist's rating and value 

On the auction market, works by Adrien Tanoux are uncommon and highly prized by collectors. The most sought-after works are oils on canvas, with auction prices ranging from €60 to €180,000 - a substantial delta, but one that speaks volumes about the value that can be attributed to the artist's works. A painting by Tanoux can fetch tens of thousands of euros in the auction room, as demonstrated by his painting Namouna, dating from 1887, which sold for €180,000 in 2007, whereas it was estimated at between €100,000 and €150,000.

Order of value from the most basic to the most prestigious

Artist's style and technique

Adrien Tanoux's works are striking, thanks to their poetic, symbolic atmosphere, meticulous detail and meticulous use of color and light. In fact, Tanoux's compositions are harmonious and realistic, incorporating allegorical elements marked by strong emotions. In principle, his idyllic landscapes feature contemplative figures standing out against a bluish background at dusk. In a disguised pessimism and esoteric atmosphere, women play a key role in the artist's work, which has romantic and orientalist overtones.

The life of Adrien Tanoux

Adrien Tanoux (1865-1923) embarked on an academic artistic career after studying at the Beaux-Arts in Marseille, then in Paris, where he was a pupil of Léon Bonnat.

At first, he painted small-town scenes, then turned to biblical subjects, notably the mythical scene of Judith and Holofernes, which inspired Caravaggio in particular. He soon received awards from the Salon des Artistes Français. He also painted nudes and genre scenes. His painting Namouna is based on the poem by Musset, the undisputed romantic of his time, whose text he illustrates.

His works are influenced by the old paintings of the Northern schools, and he worked extensively on the representation of light, drawing inspiration from the Dutch tradition of depicting the protagonists of his paintings in an interior stripped of all ornamentation, with a window to let in the light. He also married a Belgian or Dutch woman, Hester Van Gelder.

Adrien Tanoux died at the age of 67 in Paris, where he had spent his entire career.

Adrien Tanoux's imprint on his era 

Adrien Tanoux left his mark on his era with a substantial body of work that set him apart from other 19th-century artists. Many of his works are held in museums in France, notably at the Petit Palais and in Marseille, but private collectors play the greatest role in preserving his work.

His signature 

Adrien Tanoux's works are not all signed.

Although there are variations, here is a first example of its signature:

Appraising your property 

If you happen to own a work by Adrien Tanoux, 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 value of your work, as well as any relevant information about it. If you're thinking of selling your work, our specialists will also help you find alternative ways of selling it at the best possible price.