Rating and value of paintings, drawings and sculptures by François Morellet

If you own a work of art by or based on the work of artist François Morellet and would like to know its value, our state-approved experts and auctioneers can advise 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

François Morellet is an artist who has produced works in central France, where he has mainly exhibited and sold his work. Today, the artist's stock remains high, and some of his works are highly prized by collectors, particularly those oriented towards geometric abstraction. Thus, a work signed by him can fetch thousands of euros at auction, as demonstrated by his oil on canvas Trames aléatoires, dating from 1964, sold for €397,400 in 2018. 

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The artist's works and style

François Morellet is one of the leading exponents of geometric abstraction, and a precursor of Minimalism. He produces works in a variety of media, including oil on canvas, drawing and sculpture.  

François Morellet, pioneer of geometric abstraction

François Morellet (1926-2016) was an abstract artist born in Cholet.

He began painting at the age of 14, and studied Russian at the School of Oriental Languages. While continuing to paint, he worked for his father's company, moving from figuratism to abstraction, which was to form the core of his theoretical and pictorial research. He was greatly influenced by Mondrian, the founder of neoplasticism, and in particular re-used his use of the square and color.

He also discovered and drew inspiration from the work of Max Bill, incorporating a touch of concrete art into his compositions.

His first famous works consist of black parallels juxtaposed and superimposed. He then joined the Groupe de recherche d'Art visuel. He wants to achieve total mastery of his creative process, which is why his works are so inspired by geometry, and why the term "grid" is so important in his work. He also claims to strive for neutrality.

Morellet died in 2016, aged 90.

François Morellet's imprint on his time

François Morellet left a lasting mark on his era, developing geometric abstraction and heralding Minimalism. The aesthetics of his works are highly appreciated at auction, and are sought after by some collectors.

His signature

François Morellet's works are not all signed.

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

Appraising your property

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If you're thinking of selling your work, our specialists will also guide you through the various alternatives available to obtain the best possible price, taking into account market trends and the specific features of each item.