Zdzisław Beksiński’s Artwork Fetches Nearly €100,000 at Surrealist Sale in Paris

Untitled by Zdzislaw Beksinski | Bonhams

Zdzislaw Beksinski (1929-2005), the renowned Polish artist, continues to captivate art enthusiasts worldwide as one of his significant pieces, an oil on panel, soared to a remarkable €91,840 at the recent Bonhams Cornette de Saint Cyr Surrealist Sale in Paris on March 27, 2024. The painting, which had a pre-sale estimate ranging from €50,000 to €70,000, emerged as one of the highlights of the event, drawing attention for its profound artistic expression.

Beksinski’s piece stood out amidst the diverse selection, symbolizing the enduring appeal and value of surrealist art in today’s market. The artist’s mastery in capturing the essence of the surreal continues to resonate, reaffirming his position as a luminary in the art world.

The auction, featuring a collection of 90 lots, achieved an impressive total exceeding €1 million, with an 85% success rate in terms of lots sold and a staggering 95% success rate by value. Emilie Millon, the Head of Bonhams’ Impressionist & Modern Art department in Paris, expressed her satisfaction with the auction’s outcome, highlighting the global recognition and fierce bidding that underscored the quality of each artwork.

Founded in 1793, Bonhams has representatives in over 30 countries and operates flagship salerooms in London, New York, Paris, Los Angeles, and Hong Kong. It is a global network of auction houses boasting the largest number of international salerooms and offering the broadest range of collecting categories, catering to all price points. Recognized for its bespoke service and dedication to fostering local market relationships, Bonhams enhances its global platform. With 14 salerooms, Bonhams hosts over 1,000 sales annually, spanning more than 60 specialist categories such as fine art, collectibles, luxury items, wine & spirits, and collector cars.

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