Jan Montijn Auction Prices and Value Guide

Jan Montijn auction prices are tracked in Appraisily's artist market index, with source-directory coverage of 379 records. Use this page to review sold-lot activity, market context, and valuation factors before requesting a formal appraisal.

Jan Montijn auction prices: quick answer

Jan Montijn auction prices depend on medium, size, date, condition, provenance, edition details, attribution confidence, and recent comparable auction sales.

Artist
Jan Montijn
Source records
379
Market update
2026-02-06

Artist context

About Jan Montijn

Jan Montyn (1924–2015) was a Dutch printmaker and painter best known for his etchings of war and conflict, many drawn from firsthand witness experience across decades of travel through conflict zones. Born on November 13, 1924, in the Netherlands, Montyn built a wide-ranging technical practice encompassing etching, engraving, lithography, painting, and drawing. The RKD (Netherlands Institute for Art History) records him as a lithographer, engraver, etcher, painter, and draftsperson. His work is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York. While his graphic output was prolific, his etchings of war-torn landscapes remain his most distinctive contribution to post-war Dutch printmaking. Collectors encounter his work most often in European print sales and international auction catalogues.

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Common works and media

Jan Montyn's most commonly encountered works at auction include etchings and engravings, often depicting war scenes, post-conflict landscapes, and travel imagery. He also produced lithographs, pen drawings, and paintings. Prints range from small-scale plates to larger formats, and collectors may find both individual prints and portfolio sets. His graphic work across multiple print media—etching, engraving, and lithography—represents the largest share of his market presence.

Market and appraisal context

With over 370 recorded lots, Jan Montyn's work appears regularly at auction, primarily as prints and works on paper. His etchings constitute the bulk of auction offerings, though paintings and drawings also surface occasionally. Valuation depends on medium, condition, edition size, plate dimensions, and subject matter—his war-themed etchings tend to carry more recognition than general landscapes. Paintings and unique works are comparatively scarce. Collectors should note that Montyn's prolific print production means individual works may be accessible, while paintings or significant portfolio sets command stronger interest. Auction results vary by sale context, and appraisal should reference comparable lots with similar medium and date range.

Auction categories and appraisal factors

Value drivers

  1. Medium: etchings and prints are most frequently encountered at auction; paintings and unique works are less common
  2. Subject matter: war-themed and conflict-related works are considered distinctive within his output
  3. Edition and plate size for prints affect individual lot value
  4. Provenance and period of creation may influence appraisal

Appraisal caveats

  • Montyn's print output was prolific; individual etchings and prints may be relatively accessible at auction compared to unique paintings or drawings.
  • No major auction-house source was available in this source pack; auction performance estimates should be corroborated with live sale records.

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

How much is Jan Montijn 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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