> Source: https://www.openingbid.art/artist/jean-bellus · updated 2026-11-02

# Jean BELLUS (1911–1967)

## What is Jean BELLUS’s work worth? {#value}

As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 29 auction results for Jean BELLUS at 2 houses since 2016. Over the last 24 months the median price was $85 including buyer’s premium (middle half $85–$85, n=5). The auction record is $802 for Côte Basque - Je pouvais toujours la chercher, ma planche à repasser (2017, Ader). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.

**Top auction records: paintings, drawings & sculpture**

| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Côte Basque - Je pouvais toujours la chercher, ma planche à repasser | Gouache | $802 | Ader | Nov 2017 |
| 2 | SOUCIS ! SOUCIS ! | Encre, aquarelle et gouache | $555 | Ader | Sep 2018 |
| 3 | J'en arrive à me demander si on ne serait pas mieux au cinéma., 1960 | Encre | $446 | Art Valorem | Oct 2016 |
| 4 | Prends ton temps, nous ne déjeunons que dans une heure., 1960 | Encre sur papier | $446 | Art Valorem | Oct 2016 |
| 5 | Et qu'est-ce que tu ferais de plus, à Megève ?, 1960 | Encre sur papier | $316 | Art Valorem | Oct 2016 |
| 6 | Il faut savoir aussi prendre le temps d'admirer le paysage, non ?, 1960 | Encre | $288 | Art Valorem | Oct 2016 |
| 7 | Je ne t'en veux pas ; tu as touché dans le désordre... N'empêche que pour une fois, si tu t'étais donné la peine d'avoir de l'ordre., 1960 | Encre | $288 | Art Valorem | Oct 2016 |
| 8 | Ne t'inquiète pas, j'ai relevé son numéro...., 1960 | Encre sur papier | $288 | Art Valorem | Oct 2016 |
| 9 | Je t'en offrirai demain, ce sera nettement moins cher., 1960 | Encre | $273 | Art Valorem | Oct 2016 |
| 10 | Il y en a qui ont de la chance ! Elle a eu une pleurésie qui lui a fait perdre au moins 10 kilogs., 1960 | Encre | $259 | Art Valorem | Oct 2016 |


**Median price by medium (last 24 months, n ≥ 5)**

| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 27 | $230 |

**Median price by size (last 24 months, n ≥ 5)**

| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 29 | $230 |

Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 29 results from 2 houses · [How we compute these figures](https://www.openingbid.art/methodology/price-data)


Jean BELLUS is an artist with 68 auction lots recorded since 2012, median price $230.

A work by Jean BELLUS sold in 2025 for $255, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

**4 Jean BELLUS works are coming to auction** (as of 2026-11-02).

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## What is a Jean BELLUS work worth?

Across 29 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Jean BELLUS work is $230.

The median Jean BELLUS work on paper sells for $230 across 29 lots.

Small (under 50 cm) Jean BELLUS work on papers typically sell for $101–$288 (the middle half of 29 sold lots).

## Price breakdown by category

| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 68 | $230 | $802 | 42.6% | 2025-04-10 |

## Price by size

### Works on Paper

| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 29 | $101–$288 | $230 | $802 |

Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.

## Notable results

| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $802 |
| Works on Paper | 2018 | $555 |

The highest recorded result in each medium. The full sale history is in the OpeningBid app (free sign-up).

## Frequently asked questions

### What is a Jean BELLUS worth?

Across 29 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Jean BELLUS work is $230. The median Jean BELLUS work on paper sells for $230 across 29 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Jean BELLUS work on papers typically sell for $101–$288 (the middle half of 29 sold lots).

### What is the average price of a Jean BELLUS work on paper?

Based on 29 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Jean BELLUS work on paper is $230.

### What is Jean BELLUS's most expensive work on paper?

The highest price recorded at auction for a Jean BELLUS work on paper is $802.

### What is the average price of a small Jean BELLUS work on paper?

Based on 29 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Jean BELLUS work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $230, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

### What is Jean BELLUS's auction record?

Jean BELLUS's auction record is $802, set in 2017.

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Data last updated 2026-11-02. OpeningBid tracks 15,390,829 auction lots from 577 auction houses, refreshed nightly.

Cite this page as: OpeningBid, “Jean BELLUS auction prices”, https://www.openingbid.art/artist/jean-bellus (updated 2026-11-02).

Historical auction data, not investment advice. Prices are premium-inclusive USD where the buyer's premium is recorded. Figures marked † are hammer prices (buyer's premium not included); ‡ marks a price whose basis is not yet verified. Non-USD results are converted at the sale month's rate.