André-Léon Arbus Auction Prices and Value Guide

André-Léon Arbus auction prices are tracked in Appraisily's artist market index, with source-directory coverage of 693 records. Use this page to review sold-lot activity, market context, and valuation factors before requesting a formal appraisal.

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Artist
André-Léon Arbus
Source records
693
Market update
2026-02-06

Artist context

About André-Léon Arbus

André Arbus (1903–1969) was a French furniture designer, sculptor, and architect born in Toulouse and active in Paris. He is recognized for refined Art Deco decorative work spanning furniture, sculpture, lighting, and rugs. Arbus received the silver medal at the 1925 International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts in Paris and the Prix Blumenthal in 1934. He was a member of the Académie des Beaux-Arts, and at least one of his architectural projects is listed as an official French historical monument. His work is documented by the Getty ULAN, Library of Congress, VIAF, and the RKD Netherlands Institute for Art History. The Fondation André Arbus, created under the Fondation de France by his daughter, holds exclusive image and economic rights to his oeuvre and maintains the authoritative knowledge base on his life and work.

Art Decofurnituresculpturelightingrugs and textilesdecorative arts

Common works and media

Arbus's output spans sculptural furniture (console tables, commodes, cabinets, and seating), freestanding sculpture in bronze and stone, decorative lighting fixtures, and rug and textile designs. His furniture frequently incorporates carved figural elements, gilded metal mounts, and rich materials such as marble and exotic woods. Collectors most commonly encounter his Art Deco–period pieces from the 1930s through the 1960s at auction, with sculptural furniture and bronze figures being the most frequently offered categories.

Market and appraisal context

André Arbus maintains a well-established secondary market with 416 auction lots recorded between November 2003 and February 2026, of which 187 carry realised prices. The market is concentrated in France, with Tajan, Artcurial, Piasa, Millon & Associes, Aguttes, and Leclère among the most active houses; Christie's and Sotheby's also appear regularly for higher-value consignments. Bonhams and Wright represent the artist in the US and UK markets. Price dispersion is wide: the observed range spans €140 at the low end to €265,600 at the high, with a median of €8,294 and an interquartile range of €3,528–€18,750. This spread reflects the breadth of Arbus's output—from modest lighting and small decorative pieces to important sculptural furniture and collaborative works. Liquidity is steady, with 28 lots offered in the most recent 12-month period (up from 17 the prior year), suggesting growing supply rather than contraction. Sculptural furniture (desks, dining suites, commodes) and freestanding bronze or stone sculpture tend to anchor the upper price tier, while chairs, lighting, and textile designs populate the middle and lower ranges.

Auction categories and appraisal factors

Common auction categories

  • furniture
  • sculpture
  • lighting
  • rugs and textiles

Value drivers

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Appraisal caveats

  • The Fondation André Arbus actively fights counterfeiting; collectors should verify authenticity and provenance through the Foundation or qualified specialists.
  • Re-edited works produced under Fondation licence are not period originals and should be evaluated differently for appraisal purposes.
  • With 693 auction lots recorded, Arbus's work appears regularly at auction, but condition, medium, and attribution remain key differentiators.
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Evidence

Sources for artist context

This source-grounded artist context passed Appraisily's promotion threshold: high confidence, strong sources.

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Data basis

This page is built from Appraisily's public auction market index. Private transactions, incomplete sale feeds, and attribution changes may not be fully represented.

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Artist value FAQ

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