Maxime Charron, certified expert in Porcelain, Historical Memorabilia, Russian Art

Maxime Charron: Your expert in historical souvenirs, objets de vertus and European and Russian art

Maxime Charron, renowned expert in European and Russian art. With solid training and a wealth of professional experience, Maxime offers precise estimates for your precious art objects.

Training and experience of Maxime Charron

Maxime Charron holds a Bachelor's degree in Art History, a Master's degree in Archaeology from the Sorbonne and a post-graduate diploma in Art Market from the École du Louvre. He began his prestigious career at Christie's in Paris and then in London. He played a key role in organizing the exceptional sale of the Yves Saint-Laurent Collection in 2009.

After a rewarding period at Drouot, within the Coutau-Bégarie study, Maxime chose the path of independence in 2014. His expertise is particularly strong in Russian art and historical memorabilia. Since 2022, he has been working closely with Auctie's, bringing his in-depth knowledge and rigor in several artistic fields.

What types of objects does Maxime Charron appraise?

• Russian silverware: Fabergé's signature pieces, including his famous eggs, are priceless treasures of Russian art. Maxime Charron has appraised a variety of objects, from meticulously detailed brooches to elegant ceremonial goblets, attesting to the richness of Russian goldsmithery.

• Orthodox icons : These sacred representations, often adorned with gold leaf and rare pigments, bear witness to deep Orthodox spirituality. Artists such as Andrei Rublev and Dionisi have left their mark on this art form. Maxime Charron, thanks to his training and experience, knows how to distinguish and appraise exceptional icons.

• Russian art: Maxime has in-depth expertise in Russian art, ranging from Russian Realism paintings by artists such as Ilya Repin or Ivan Shishkin, to refined porcelain from the Imperial Factory in St. Petersburg or Moscow (Alexander Popov).

• Historical Memorabilia: Historical objects, whether commemorative medals, royal correspondence or personal items of historical individuals, require in-depth knowledge to estimate their value and significance on the European market. Maxime Charron excels in this field, having appraised pieces directly from the Romanovs and European royal families.

• Porcelaine de Sèvres: This French porcelain, world-renowned for its finesse, was produced by the Sèvres factory. Maxime has appraised a variety of pieces, from exquisite vases decorated with pastoral scenes, to dinner services that once belonged to European nobility.

• Miniatures: These delicate works of art, often portraits painted with incredible precision, can be the work of renowned artists such as Jean-Baptiste Isabey. With his discerning eye, Maxime Charron can not only estimate the miniature's value, but also determine its potential artist.

• Objets de Vitrine: Each object, whether a gold snuffbox, an ornate clock or a curiosity, tells a unique story. Maxime Charron is particularly skilled at appraising these precious objects, having already appraised collections from European palaces.

Contact Maxime Charron for your Estimates

Whether you own a piece of the famous Meissen porcelain, a Russian realism painting or any other precious art object, Maxime Charron is there to provide you with a reliable and professional estimate. Contact him today to benefit from his expertise.

Thanks to the synergy between Auctie's and Maxime Charron, major sales are organized, highlighting Russian Art and Historical Memorabilia.

If you're looking for an expert toappraise Russian art orSèvres porcelain, Maxime Charron is the ideal partner thanks to his vast experience and meticulous approach.