Louis Cane (1943–2024)
What is Louis Cane’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 296 auction results for Louis Cane at 32 houses since 1989. Over the last 24 months the median price was $17,117 including buyer’s premium (middle half $5,706–$31,382, n=101). The auction record is $156,909 for Paire de 'Très grands Citronniers' (2025, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paire de 'Très grands Citronniers', 1943 | Bronze patiné / | $156,909 | Christie's | May 2025 |
| 2 | Commode 'Poule', 1943 | Ebony | $106,983 | Christie's | May 2025 |
| 3 | Mosaique, 1943 | Bronze | $99,851 | Christie's | May 2025 |
| 4 | Grand Olivier, 1943 | Bronze patiné / | $92,719 | Christie's | May 2025 |
| 5 | Paire de bibliothèques, 1943 | Bronze patiné et teck / | $92,719 | Christie's | May 2025 |
| 6 | TOILE SOL/MUR, 1973 | Huile sur toile | $90,731 | Artcurial | Jun 2019 |
| 7 | Perrodo, 1943 | Bronze patiné et iroko / | $78,455 | Christie's | May 2025 |
| 8 | Sol/Mur, 1974 | Signée | $75,906 | Artcurial | Mar 2022 |
| 9 | Paire de 'Citronniers', 1943 | Bronze patiné / | $71,322 | Christie's | May 2025 |
| 10 | Paire de 'bergères Caillebotis', 1943 | Bronze | $71,322 | Christie's | May 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture | 114 | $15,010 |
| Paintings | 76 | $6,895 |
| Other | 33 | $4,183 |
| Works on paper | 8 | $1,796 |
| Prints | 6 | $382 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 53 | $17,219 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 47 | $7,409 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 88 | $5,135 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 296 results from 32 houses · How we compute these figures
Louis Cane is a French artist with 379 auction lots recorded since 1989, median price $6,708. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Louis Cane sold in 2026 for $14,866, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 288 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Louis Cane work is $6,708.
The median Louis Cane painting sells for $5,783 across 96 lots.
The median Louis Cane sculpture sells for $8,510 across 95 lots.
The median Louis Cane work on paper sells for $1,033 across 17 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Louis Cane paintings typically sell for $1,425–$4,200 (the middle half of 42 sold lots).
Small (under 50 cm) Louis Cane sculptures typically sell for $2,363–$21,376 (the middle half of 41 sold lots).
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 15 | $382† | $1,104 | 53.3% | 2026-03-17 |
| Paintings | 108 | $5,783†‡ | $90,731 | 88.9% | 2026-06-19 |
| Works on Paper | 21 | $1,033†‡ | $3,468 | 81% | 2025-12-05 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 106 | $8,510†‡ | $156,909 | 89.6% | 2026-09-08 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 15 | $75,906 | $156,909 | — | 2025-05-21 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Louis Cane's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (15 lots) median $382 with 53.3% sell-through. Paintings (108 lots) median $5,783, record $90,731. A typical Louis Cane painting sells for around 15× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 15 lots) the median is $75,906.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $189–$907† | $477† | $1,104 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 42 | $1,425–$4,200†‡ | $2,211†‡ | $13,814 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 35 | $8,423–$27,196†‡ | $12,317†‡ | $90,731 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $381–$2,182† | $905† | $2,570 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 10 | $736–$1,322†‡ | $966†‡ | $3,468 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 41 | $2,363–$21,376†‡ | $5,730†‡ | $71,322 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 28 | $4,107–$29,242† | $10,983† | $92,719 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 11 | $12,404–$19,189† | $17,219† | $156,909 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2025 | $156,909 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2025 | $92,719 |
| Paintings | 2019 | $90,731 |
| Paintings | 2022 | $75,906 |
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $3,468 |
| Works on Paper | 2008 | $2,570 |
| Prints & Editions | 1991 | $1,104 |
| Prints & Editions | 2016 | $909 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Louis Cane worth?
Across 288 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Louis Cane work is $6,708. The median Louis Cane painting sells for $5,783 across 96 lots. The median Louis Cane sculpture sells for $8,510 across 95 lots. The median Louis Cane work on paper sells for $1,033 across 17 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Louis Cane paintings typically sell for $1,425–$4,200 (the middle half of 42 sold lots). Small (under 50 cm) Louis Cane sculptures typically sell for $2,363–$21,376 (the middle half of 41 sold lots). Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a Louis Cane painting?
Based on 96 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Louis Cane painting is $5,783. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Louis Cane's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Louis Cane painting is $90,731.
What is the average price of a Louis Cane sculpture?
Based on 95 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Louis Cane sculpture is $8,510. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Louis Cane's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Louis Cane sculpture is $156,909.
What is the average price of a Louis Cane work on paper?
Based on 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Louis Cane work on paper is $1,033. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Louis Cane's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Louis Cane work on paper is $3,468.
What is the average price of a medium Louis Cane painting?
Based on 42 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Louis Cane painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $2,211, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a small Louis Cane sculpture?
Based on 41 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Louis Cane sculpture (small (under 50 cm)) is $5,730, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Louis Cane's auction record?
Louis Cane's auction record is $156,909, set in 2025.
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