Rating and value 2024 of bronzes, statues, furniture by Claude Victor Boeltz

If you own a work by or about the artist Claude Victor Boeltz, 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 will guide you towards the best possible arrangement to obtain the optimum price.

Artist's rating and value Claude Victor Boeltz   

Twentieth-century surrealist sculptor Claude Victor Boeltz is a renowned artist. His legacy consists mainly of sculptures in a variety of materials, especially bronze. Today, prices for his works are steadily rising under the auctioneer's hammer. His sculptures are prized above all by French buyers, and the price at which they sell on the art market ranges from €180 to €10,500, a considerable delta, which nevertheless speaks volumes about the value that can be attributed to Boeltz's works. In 2022, wall sconces from the Bronze éclatéseries sold for €10,500, whereas they were estimated at between €3,000 and €4,000.

Order of value from a simple work to the most prestigious

Style and technique of artist Claude Victor Boeltz    

The artist was part of the surrealist movement, becoming one of the most talented sculptors of his time, thanks in particular to his perfect mastery of bronze. He worked extensively with this material, and it is the one most often found in his works on the auction market.

Claude Victor Boeltz, from bronze to surrealist refinement

Claude Victor Boeltz (b. 1937), a French artist, has become an important figure in the art world of the 20th century. He developed an early interest in art, geology and science - all of which were to play a major role in his work.

He trained in sculpture techniques with Henri Molin and the Susse frères foundry. Prior to this, the sculptor received theoretical training at the École Boulle and the Académie de Paris. His work is inspired by and synthesizes the work of Giacometti, Chiparus, Dali and Ruhlmann, although he also adds his own personal inspiration.

After working with Picasso in the south of France, he set up his own foundry in the Loire Valley. It was only after exchanging ideas with César (Baldaccini), who theorized the technique of exploded bronze, aimed at making the metal components of his piece appear liquefied and crystallized. In short, Boeltz succeeded in freezing the explosion in bronze.

He designed Hollywood-style furniture, combining his sculptural bronze technique with African emeralds, quartz or Murano glass inlaid in bronze.

Buoyed by his success, he built a foundry in Vega. Some of his works now decorate hotels in Los Angeles.

Claude Victor Boetlz's imprint on his period  

Boeltz proved in France that surrealist sculpture was an important part of twentieth-century art history. On the art market today, his works are quoted, and his bronzes even more so.

He left a unique legacy, thanks to the artists he trained in his studio and the legacy he left in his time.

Recognizing the signature of Claude Victor Boetlz   

Claude Victor Boeltz usually signs his sculptures. There are, however, many copies, which is why expertise is important. 

Knowing the value of a work 

If you happen to own a work by or after Claude Victor Boeltz, 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 ad hoc 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.