Rating and value of works, drawings, paintings by Jean Metzinger

Considered one of the most important painters of his time, Jean Metzinger (1883-1956) was one of the first major exponents of the Cubist movement in the early 20th century. With a highly versatile style, Jean Metzinger's canvases are highly prized on the market, arousing the enthusiasm of collectors. 

If you own a work by or based on the artist Jean Metzinger 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

Jean Metzinger is a versatile artist who belongs to several movements, including cubism, neo-impressionism and fauvism, and is highly regarded on the art market. Since 2000, his market value has exploded, making him a sure thing on the international market. Metzinger's most sought-after works are his cubist canvases, without stealing the limelight from his neo-impressionist and fauvist work, which remains highly prized. Prized by collectors, his paintings can fetch millions of euros at auction, as demonstrated by his painting Le cycliste, which sold for €2,951,412 at Sotheby's in 2020. 

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The artist's works and style

Jean Metzinger's artistic career is divided into several parts, reflecting his different influences and inspirations. Indeed, before becoming part of the Cubist movement for which he is now famous, Metzinger began as a Neo-Impressionist and then a Fauvist. During this period, the artist painted views of Paris, landscapes and portraits. The colors used in his compositions were bright and bold.

Jean Metzinger's canvases then become increasingly deconstructed until they become fully Cubist.

Despite his great artistic evolution, Jean Metzinger retained his favorite themes of portraits, nature and landscapes.

The life of Jean Metzinger

Jean Metzinger was born in Nantes in 1883. After studying at the local Ecole des Beaux-Arts, Metzinger pursued his artistic career in Paris, the home of emerging young artists.

Initially influenced by the Neo-Impressionist and Fauvist movements, the young artist turned to Cubism. Metzinger was one of the first to adopt this new movement, described as revolutionary. Nevertheless, his style is distinguished from other cubist artists by its combination of geometric forms and figurative objects.

As well as being an active member of the artistic movement, Jean Metzinger was one of Cubism's leading theorists. In particular, he wrote Du Cubisme, the group's first major treatise.

Throughout his career, Jean Metzinger participated in numerous exhibitions, becoming an active member of the Paris art scene. Less well known to the general public than Braque and Picasso, Metzinger was responsible for the development of Cubism as a major movement in art history.

His signature

Not all Jean Metzinger's works are signed.

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

Appraising your property

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