François Vernay (1821–1896)
What is François Vernay’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 96 auction results for François Vernay at 9 houses since 2004. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,380 including buyer’s premium (middle half $246–$1,928, n=5). The auction record is $3,217 for Fleurs et fruits (2025, De Baecque et Associés). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fleurs et fruits | Huile sur toile, signée en haut à droite | $3,217 | De Baecque et Associés | Jun 2025 |
| 2 | Still-life with Fruit, 1821 | Oil paint | $2,500 | Christie's | Oct 2013 |
| 3 | Branches de cerises et vase sur un entablement | Huile sur panneau | $2,449 | Artcurial | Feb 2012 |
| 4 | Bouquet de roses | Huile sur panneau, signée en bas à droite | $1,928 | De Baecque et Associés | Sep 2025 |
| 5 | Nature morte | Huile sur carton, signée en bas à droite | $1,903 | De Baecque et Associés | Jun 2018 |
| 6 | Nature morte aux fruits, vase de fleurs et aiguière sur un entablement, XIXe siècle | Huile sur panneau | $1,410 | De Baecque et Associés | Nov 2019 |
| 7 | Nature morte aux raisins et aux pommes | Huile sur toile, signée en bas à droite | $1,380 | De Baecque et Associés | Sep 2026 |
| 8 | Femme et enfant sous les grands arbres | Crayon noir, rehauts de craies de couleur et de gouache, signé en bas à gauche | $1,357 | De Baecque et Associés | Sep 2024 |
| 9 | Nu féminin allongé | Huile sur toile marouflée sur carton | $1,357 | De Baecque et Associés | Sep 2024 |
| 10 | Femmes sous les arbres | Dessin rehaussé | $1,254 | De Baecque et Associés | Jun 2018 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 14 | $320 |
| Paintings | 29 | $291 |
| Works on paper | 47 | $146 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 8 | $1,109 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 80 | $218 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 96 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
François Vernay is a French artist with 154 auction lots recorded since 2004, median price $234. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by François Vernay sold in 2026 for $1,380, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View François Vernay on OpeningBid →What is a François Vernay work worth?
Across 95 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a François Vernay work is $234.
The median François Vernay work on paper sells for $146 across 53 lots.
The median François Vernay painting sells for $407 across 35 lots.
Small (under 50 cm) François Vernay work on papers typically sell for $113–$237 (the middle half of 48 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) François Vernay paintings typically sell for $240–$853 (the middle half of 30 sold lots).
Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 38 | $407† | $3,526† | 92.1% | 2025-09-11 |
| Works on Paper | 53 | $146 | $1,357 | — | 2026-09-28 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $2,500† | $3,526† | — | 2025-09-11 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 30 | $240–$853† | $306† | $3,526† |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 48 | $113–$237 | $146 | $1,147 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $218–$1,217 | $291 | $1,357 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2004 | $3,526† |
| Paintings | 2025 | $3,217 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $1,357 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $1,217 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a François Vernay worth?
Across 95 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a François Vernay work is $234. The median François Vernay work on paper sells for $146 across 53 lots. The median François Vernay painting sells for $407 across 35 lots. Small (under 50 cm) François Vernay work on papers typically sell for $113–$237 (the middle half of 48 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) François Vernay paintings typically sell for $240–$853 (the middle half of 30 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a François Vernay work on paper?
Based on 53 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a François Vernay work on paper is $146.
What is François Vernay's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a François Vernay work on paper is $1,357.
What is the average price of a François Vernay painting?
Based on 35 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a François Vernay painting is $407. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is François Vernay's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a François Vernay painting is $3,526. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $3,526 (buyer's premium not included).
What is the average price of a small François Vernay work on paper?
Based on 48 sold lots, the median auction price of a small François Vernay work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $146, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a small François Vernay painting?
Based on 30 sold lots, the median auction price of a small François Vernay painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $306, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is François Vernay's auction record?
François Vernay's auction record is $3,526, set in 2004. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $3,526 (buyer's premium not included).
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