Rating and value of works, sculptures, paintings by Louis Cane

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Artist's rating and value

French contemporary artist Louis Cane is known for his significant contribution to the art history of his time, notably as a member of the Figuration Narrative movement. 

Louis Cane's creations are not very common on the auction market. Nevertheless, they are appreciated by collectors, and their value is stable. A work by Louis Cane can fetch tens of thousands of euros. His painting Toile Sol/Mur, for example, sold for €64,500 in 2019.

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The artist's works and style

Known for his figurative paintings, inspired by art history and popular culture, Louis Cane creates complex narrative compositions by combining realistic and imaginary elements.

Characterized by a skilful use of color, the artist's style is rooted in the Figuration Narrative movement. Often imbued with humor and irony, Louis Cane's compositions blend cultural and historical references, classical and contemporary figures.

In addition to painting, Louis Cane experimented with other techniques such as sculpture, collage and ceramics, all recognizable by the artist's distinctive style.

The life of Louis Cane

Louis Cane was born in 1943 in Beaulieu sur Mer, in the Alpes Maritimes. Fascinated by the arts from an early age, he studied at the École des Arts Décoratifs in Nice, then at the École des Arts Décoratifs in Paris. It wasn't until 1968, after graduating as an interior designer, that Louis Cane turned to abstract painting.

Inspired by the events of May '68, the young architect took part in the revolt and created his first posters. His compositions are characterized by the repeated use of stamps printed on paper, and by assemblies of thin strips glued to kraft paper.

A year later, Louis Cane had his first solo exhibition. Quickly appreciated, the young artist frequented several artists' groups of his time, including Supports-Surfaces, which he left a few years later.

In the 1970s, Louis Cane traveled throughout Europe to study the works of the great old masters. As a result, his style evolved towards semi-abstract painting, with frequent references to Rafale and Velázquez.

In 1978, the artist returned to a form of figuration, while continuing to reinterpret the classics, and then turned to sculpture. Female nudes became one of his favorite subjects.

Today, Louis Cane continues to be active on the art scene. Still very much in demand, the artist has developed his art and now produces decorative art elements such as furniture and objects. His many artistic endeavors have left a significant mark on the history of contemporary art.

His signature

Not all Louis Cane's works are signed.

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

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