Patrice Breteau (1942–2020)
What is Patrice Breteau’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 53 auction results for Patrice Breteau at 3 houses since 2011. Over the last 24 months the median price was $307 including buyer’s premium (middle half $231–$492, n=44). The auction record is $2,383 for Huit acryliques sur toiles portant la mention de maquette tapis (2026, Digard). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Huit acryliques sur toiles portant la mention de maquette tapis | Acryliques sur toiles | $2,383 | Digard | Feb 2026 |
| 2 | Départ, 1991 | Huile sur toile | $1,153 | Digard | Feb 2026 |
| 3 | Manège III, 2002 | Acrylique sur toile | $1,153 | Digard | Feb 2026 |
| 4 | Mirage, 1994 | Acrylique sur toile | $922 | Digard | Feb 2026 |
| 5 | Meuble toupies | Acrylique sur toile | $692 | Digard | Feb 2026 |
| 6 | Coming, 2012 | Acrylique sur toile | $646 | Digard | Feb 2026 |
| 7 | Courbe, 2012 | Acrylique sur toile | $646 | Digard | Feb 2026 |
| 8 | Star scape green, 2009 | Technique mixte sur toile | $615 | Digard | Feb 2026 |
| 9 | Scope, 2012 | Acrylique sur toile | $553 | Digard | Feb 2026 |
| 10 | Seul, 2012 | Acrylique sur toile | $538 | Digard | Feb 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 32 | $323 |
| Other | 11 | $307 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 9 | $461 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 32 | $307 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 53 results from 3 houses · How we compute these figures
Patrice Breteau is a French artist with 66 auction lots recorded since 2011, median price $307. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page.
A work by Patrice Breteau sold in 2026 for $307, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Patrice Breteau on OpeningBid →What is a Patrice Breteau work worth?
Across 52 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Patrice Breteau work is $307.
The median Patrice Breteau painting sells for $338 across 39 lots.
The median Patrice Breteau sculpture sells for $277 across 1 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Patrice Breteau paintings typically sell for $231–$538 (the middle half of 29 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 | 39 | $338† | $3,900† | — | 2026-06-30 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $277 | $277 | — | 2026-02-17 |
| Photography | 4 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $2,383† | $3,900† | — | 2026-02-17 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 29 | $231–$538† | $338† | $2,383 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 9 | $231–$492† | $307† | $3,900† |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2016 | $3,900† |
| Paintings | 2026 | $2,383 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2026 | $277 |
† 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 Patrice Breteau worth?
Across 52 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Patrice Breteau work is $307. The median Patrice Breteau painting sells for $338 across 39 lots. The median Patrice Breteau sculpture sells for $277 across 1 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Patrice Breteau paintings typically sell for $231–$538 (the middle half of 29 sold lots). Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is the average price of a Patrice Breteau painting?
Based on 39 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Patrice Breteau painting is $338. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Patrice Breteau's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Patrice Breteau painting is $3,900. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $3,900 (buyer's premium not included).
What is the average price of a medium Patrice Breteau painting?
Based on 29 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Patrice Breteau painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $338, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium.
What is Patrice Breteau's auction record?
Patrice Breteau's auction record is $3,900, set in 2016. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $3,900 (buyer's premium not included).
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