David Adolf Constant Artz Auction Prices and Value Guide
David Adolf Constant Artz auction prices are tracked in Appraisily's artist market index, with source-directory coverage of 267 records. Use this page to review sold-lot activity, market context, and valuation factors before requesting a formal appraisal.
David Adolf Constant Artz auction prices: quick answer
David Adolf Constant Artz auction prices depend on medium, size, date, condition, provenance, edition details, attribution confidence, and recent comparable auction sales.
- Artist
- David Adolf Constant Artz
- Source records
- 267
- Market update
- 2026-02-06
Artist context
About David Adolf Constant Artz
David Adolph Constant Artz (1837–1890) was a Dutch painter, draftsman, and printmaker associated with the Hague School, a movement known for its realistic depictions of everyday Dutch life and atmospheric landscapes in the late nineteenth century. Born and based in The Hague, Artz built his practice around scenes of coastal fisherfolk, domestic interiors, and rural subjects, often rendered in the muted tonal palette that defines Hague School painting. Beyond his own creative output, Artz was a recognized collector of contemporary art, assembling works by his peers. His identity and biography are documented in the Rijksbureau voor Kunsthistorische Documentatie (RKD), the Getty Union List of Artist Names, VIAF, and Wikidata. With over 260 works recorded in auction databases, Artz remains a steadily present figure in the European art market.
Hague Schooloil paintingdrawingprintmakingfisherfolk and coastal scenesdomestic interiorsDutch rural life
Common works and media
Artz commonly produced oil paintings on canvas or panel, as well as drawings and prints. His subjects center on Dutch coastal life, fisherfolk, domestic interiors, and rural genre scenes consistent with Hague School themes. Works are typically signed 'Artz' or with the full initials 'D.A.C. Artz.' Paintings range from intimate cabinet-sized works to larger exhibition pieces. Works on paper and prints appear less frequently at auction but are held in institutional collections.
Market and appraisal context
Artz's work appears regularly in European and international auction sales, reflecting sustained collector interest in Hague School painting. Key factors affecting appraisal value include the medium — oil on canvas versus works on paper — the subject matter, dimensions, provenance, and condition. Coastal and fisherfolk scenes are among his most sought-after subjects. Signed works, particularly those marked 'D.A.C. Artz,' offer stronger attribution confidence. The Hague School market is well-documented, so comparable sale records are generally available for establishing context. Collectors and appraisers should consult current auction databases for recent realized prices.
Auction categories and appraisal factors
Appraisal caveats
- No specific realized prices or auction records were available in the source pack; appraisal values should reference current comparable sales databases.
- The Hague School market is well-studied but prices vary widely by quality, provenance, and subject.
- Attribution should be confirmed against RKD records and published catalogues when available.
Evidence
Sources for artist context
This source-grounded artist context passed Appraisily's promotion threshold: high confidence, strong sources.
- RKD — Netherlands Institute for Art History library authority
- Wikidata library authority
- VIAF library authority
- Getty Vocabulary Program library authority
- Wikipedia wikipedia
- Library of Congress library authority
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.
Artist value FAQ
How much is David Adolf Constant Artz worth?
Comparable public auction sales are the best starting point, but final value depends on the specific artwork, condition, size, medium, provenance, and attribution confidence.
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