Pauline Chanoit, expert in modern and contemporary paintings, drawings and sculptures

Pauline Chanoit, a career marked by passion and transmission

Pauline Chanoit, with her vivacity and talent, is much more than Frédérick Chanoit's daughter. While it's true that she inherits her love of art from her father, a renowned auctioneer who founded his own appraisal firm at Drouot in the 1990s, it's her own academic quest that has shaped her expert vision. After graduating with a double degree in law and art history, as well as a diploma from the École du Louvre, Pauline took over the management of her family's appraisal firm. With a fresh eye, a refreshed perspective, and a mastery of modern tools, she pushes the boundaries of traditional appraisal, offering clients an innovative and reliable approach.

Pauline Chanoit, varied and in-depth expertise

The range of 19th and 20th century works that Pauline Chanoit is able to appraise is vast. Here are ten types of work she has appraised with precision:

1. Impressionist paintings: like those by Monet or Renoir, which can sell for millions of euros.

2. Charcoal drawings: often preliminary sketches for masterpieces, valued at between a few thousand and several hundred thousand euros.

3. Bronze sculptures from the Art Nouveau era: with pieces by Rodin reaching financial heights.

4. Cubist paintings: like those by Picasso, whose prices can soar astronomically.

5. Works by German Expressionists: like Kirchner, often valued at six or seven figures.

6. Victorian portraits: some worth tens of thousands of euros.

7. Abstract paintings of the 20th century: Kandinsky, for example, whose works can sell for millions.

8. Contemporary sculptures in steel or glass: works by artists such as Jeff Koons can exceed ten million euros.

9. Surrealist drawings: Dali and Magritte, often estimated at several hundred thousand euros.

10. Post-Impressionist paintings: Van Gogh, Cézanne, which can fetch record prices.

Pioneers of the 19th and 20th centuries

The 19th century saw the birth and flowering of a multitude of artistic movements, from the fiery fires of Romanticism with artists such as Eugène Delacroix, to the luminous effervescence of Impressionism embodied by Claude Monet and Édouard Manet. Post-Impressionism was marked by the intensity of Vincent Van Gogh and the exotic palettes of Paul Gauguin. However, it was in the 20th century that art took a multitude of bold directions. Cubism deconstructed reality, led by figures such as Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque.

At the same time, the world of drawing was captivated by the simplicity of Henri Matisse and the bold eroticism ofEgon Schiele. Salvador Dalí, meanwhile, plunged into the depths of the subconscious with Surrealism. On the sculpture front, the romanticism of Auguste Rodin evolved into 20th-century abstraction and minimalism, with artists like Naum Gabo and Donald Judd redefining space and form. Barbara Hepworth marked an era with her distinctive approach to abstract sculpture. These artists, among many others, shaped a century of art, leaving a priceless legacy for future generations.

The hunt for fakes with Pauline Chanoit

In an age of increasingly sophisticated forgeries, the role of the expert is vital. Pauline Chanoit, with her sharp eye and deep understanding of art history, is often the last line of defense against the proliferation of fakes. Armed with in-depth knowledge and the latest technological tools, she can authenticate works, guaranteeing their provenance, authenticity and, consequently, their value.

Rely on a modern vision of expertise

Owning a work of art is one thing, knowing its true value is quite another. With Pauline Chanoit, you can be sure of an accurate appraisal, informed by decades of family tradition and a modern approach to expertise. Don't let your treasures remain undiscovered; entrust them to our dedicated and passionate expert.