Jean Royère (1902–1981)
What is Jean Royère’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 889 auction results for Jean Royère at 18 houses since 2001. Over the last 24 months the median price was $69,459 including buyer’s premium (middle half $37,595–$199,200, n=134). The auction record is $3,720,000 for A Rare "Sculpture" Suite (2024, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A Rare "Sculpture" Suite, circa 1955 | Oak, mohair upholstery | $3,720,000 | Sotheby's | Jun 2024 |
| 2 | 'Ours Polaire', circa 1952 | Painted beech, original mohair fabric upholstery | $3,420,000 | Christie's | Mar 2023 |
| 3 | Pair of "Boule" also known as "Ours polaire" armchairs, circa 1942 | Fabric upholstery, oak | $1,875,000 | Phillips | Dec 2024 |
| 4 | Liane, 1962 | Painted metal ; original Rhodoïd shades | $1,758,085 | Christie's | Jun 2020 |
| 5 | Paire de fauteuils 'Boule' dits 'Ours polaire', vers 1947 | Beech and velvet | $1,707,092 | Christie's | May 2022 |
| 6 | Canapé 'Boule' dit 'Ours Polaire', vers 1947 | Beech and velvet | $1,515,284 | Christie's | May 2022 |
| 7 | Paire de fauteuils 'Boule' dits 'Ours polaire', circa 1947 | Velvet upholstered beech | $1,499,108 | Christie's | Nov 2021 |
| 8 | Trèfle, 1902 | Original velvet upholstered ash wood | $1,354,957 | Christie's | Jun 2020 |
| 9 | Paire de fauteuils 'Boule' dit ‘Ours polaire’, 1902 | Original velvet upholstered ash wood | $1,287,769 | Christie's | Jun 2020 |
| 10 | Ours Polaire, 1952 | Beech, original mohair upholstery | $1,280,000 | Sotheby's | Apr 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 72 | $74,585 |
| Other | 706 | $52,527 |
| Paintings | 5 | $50,000 |
| Sculpture | 56 | $39,479 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 289 | $89,455 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 458 | $48,439 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 53 | $38,293 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 889 results from 18 houses · How we compute these figures
Jean Royère is a French artist with 1,115 auction lots recorded since 2001, median price $50,620. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Jean Royère sold in 2026 for $75,358, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 889 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Jean Royère work is $50,620.
The median Jean Royère sculpture sells for $36,393 across 79 lots.
The median Jean Royère work on paper sells for $69,300 across 22 lots.
The median Jean Royère painting sells for $7,620 across 1 lots.
Large (over 120 cm) Jean Royère sculptures typically sell for $22,582–$185,285 (the middle half of 35 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) Jean Royère sculptures typically sell for $13,750–$58,125 (the middle half of 35 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 | 1 | $7,620 | $7,620 | — | 2023-10-19 |
| Works on Paper | 24 | $69,300 | $350,000 | 91.7% | 2024-12-11 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 85 | $36,393† | $762,000 | 92.9% | 2026-06-29 |
| Photography | 1 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 278 | $226,932† | $3.7M | — | 2026-07-01 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $3,906–$53,069 | $4,375 | $69,300 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $16,342–$138,000 | $41,796 | $277,200 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 9 | $75,600–$226,800 | $94,500 | $350,000 |
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $19,859–$74,093 | $58,687 | $125,000 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 35 | $13,750–$58,125 | $26,400 | $259,845 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 35 | $22,582–$185,285 | $69,899 | $762,000 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2021 | $762,000 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2025 | $584,843 |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $350,000 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $302,400 |
| Paintings | 2023 | $7,620 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Jean Royère worth?
Across 889 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Jean Royère work is $50,620. The median Jean Royère sculpture sells for $36,393 across 79 lots. The median Jean Royère work on paper sells for $69,300 across 22 lots. The median Jean Royère painting sells for $7,620 across 1 lots. Large (over 120 cm) Jean Royère sculptures typically sell for $22,582–$185,285 (the middle half of 35 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) Jean Royère sculptures typically sell for $13,750–$58,125 (the middle half of 35 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Jean Royère sculpture?
Based on 79 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Jean Royère sculpture is $36,393. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Jean Royère's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Jean Royère sculpture is $762,000.
What is the average price of a Jean Royère work on paper?
Based on 22 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Jean Royère work on paper is $69,300.
What is Jean Royère's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Jean Royère work on paper is $350,000.
What is the average price of a large Jean Royère sculpture?
Based on 35 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Jean Royère sculpture (large (over 120 cm)) is $69,899, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a medium Jean Royère sculpture?
Based on 35 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Jean Royère sculpture (medium (50–120 cm)) is $26,400, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Jean Royère's auction record?
Jean Royère's auction record is $3,720,000, set in 2024.
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