Charles Olivier de Penne (1831–1897)
What is Charles Olivier de Penne’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 18 auction results for Charles Olivier de Penne at 5 houses since 2009. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,921 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,511–$2,498, n=5). The auction record is $8,400 for Hunters at Dawn (2009, Neal Auction Company). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hunters at Dawn, 1831 | Oil on panel | $8,400 | Neal Auction Company | Apr 2009 |
| 2 | Chiens de chasse à l'arrêt, 1831 | Huile sur toile | $7,388 | Osenat | Nov 2025 |
| 3 | Les épagneuls, 1831 | Huile sur panneau | $4,265 | Osenat | Dec 2023 |
| 4 | Chiens à l'arrêt, 1831 | Huile sur panneau | $3,019 | Osenat | Apr 2014 |
| 5 | Le relais de chasse, 1831 | Aquarelle et rehauts de gouache blanche | $2,498 | Osenat | Mar 2026 |
| 6 | Les Chiens (esquisse), 1831 | On its original canvas | $2,470 | Osenat | Apr 2014 |
| 7 | Chasse à courre au cerf Projet d'éventail, 1831 | Gouache et aquarelle | $1,921 | Osenat | Nov 2025 |
| 8 | Le relais de chasse, 1831 | Aquarelle | $1,593 | Osenat | Mar 2023 |
| 9 | La chasse au lièvre, 1831 | Huile sur panneau | $1,511 | Osenat | Mar 2025 |
| 10 | Piqueur de la Vénerie Impériale en forêt de Fontainebleau, 1831 | Aquarelle gouachée | $1,364 | Osenat | Apr 2024 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 7 | $3,019 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 6 | $2,196 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $1,593 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 18 results from 5 houses · How we compute these figures
Charles Olivier de Penne is a French artist with 28 auction lots recorded since 2009, median price $1,921. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Charles Olivier de Penne sold in 2026 for $2,498, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Charles Olivier de Penne on OpeningBid →What is a Charles Olivier de Penne work worth?
Across 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Charles Olivier de Penne work is $1,921.
The median Charles Olivier de Penne painting sells for $3,499 across 10 lots.
The median Charles Olivier de Penne work on paper sells for $1,346 across 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 12 | $3,499† | $8,400 | 83.3% | 2025-11-23 |
| Works on Paper | 9 | $1,346†‡ | $2,498 | 88.9% | 2026-03-15 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $1,888–$4,193† | $3,499† | $7,388 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $682–$1,593†‡ | $739†‡ | $1,864† |
† 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2009 | $8,400 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $7,388 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $2,498 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $1,921 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Charles Olivier de Penne worth?
Across 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Charles Olivier de Penne work is $1,921. The median Charles Olivier de Penne painting sells for $3,499 across 10 lots. The median Charles Olivier de Penne work on paper sells for $1,346 across 8 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 Charles Olivier de Penne painting?
Based on 10 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Charles Olivier de Penne painting is $3,499. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Charles Olivier de Penne's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Charles Olivier de Penne painting is $8,400.
What is Charles Olivier de Penne's auction record?
Charles Olivier de Penne's auction record is $8,400, set in 2009.
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