Aguttes

Furniture, Sculptures & Objects of Art

“The art objects are, in themselves, ambassadors of an era: they embody its customs, its taste. Paying homage to them is the least we can do, and it is one of the essential aspects of our profession.”

— Grégoire de Thoury

The Art of Transmission

The department defines itself as a transmitter of these items that often belong to the history of our families. Too many masterpieces remain forgotten or undervalued, both in terms of preservation and appreciation. The solicitation of our expertise services almost always leads to the discovery of previously unsuspected treasures, overlooked due to everyday negligence. Parting with a cultural asset for practical, economic, or familial reasons must be handled with the discretion and seriousness demanded by the significant history and sensitivity attached to it.

Family heritage is, in our view, completely inseparable from this process of identification. Our interests are perfectly aligned with those of our selling clients, and we consistently strive to promote the assets entrusted to us by highlighting their significance and provenance to a wide audience of bidders worldwide, as was the case with the sale of the furnishings from Montpatey Castle and the auction of Mr. B.’s Hache furniture collection. Does the proverb not teach us that “It is not possessions that bring happiness, but the good use one makes of them”?

The Expertise of the House

The on-the-ground work of our specialists, the Inventories & Collections department, and our network of representative offices allow us to examine a vast number of items. We appraise and intelligently categorize them to organize specialty auctions each year, closely followed by our international collector clients.

Our in-house expertise and passion for the history of objects—whether ceramics or sculptures—enable us to cover the full history of French, European, and international decorative arts, from archaeology and the Gothic period to the late 19th century. Haute Époque, Renaissance furniture, and pieces from the reigns of Louis XIII, Louis XIV, and the Age of Enlightenment (Régence, Louis XV, Louis XVI) form the core of our sales. The Consulate, Directoire, and Empire periods are also approached with dynamism, particularly since the launch of auctions dedicated exclusively to the Empire era. Additionally, we specialize in Restauration, Charles X, and Second Empire furniture.

 

The World of Furniture and Art Collections

Each year, Aguttes Auction House handles numerous private collections.

The Furniture, Sculpture & Art Objects department recorded over €3 million in auction sales last year for these collection-based auctions. Aguttes is committed to showcasing objects, artworks, and their sellers by providing tailored communication designed with collectors in mind. The support for these collection sales is fully personalized. The department head and their team develop the most effective sales strategy, which may include various auction formats—whether live or online. However, depending on the significance of a collection, it is often featured in a dedicated or standalone catalog with a carefully crafted visual identity. The geographical location of the sale is determined based on relevance. Auctions may take place at Aguttes’ salesroom in Neuilly-sur-Seine or at other locations in France and abroad.

Pre-sale public exhibitions provide an opportunity to meet buyers and offer them expert advice.

Our auctions feature pieces sought after for their exceptional craftsmanship, including works by renowned cabinetmakers, clockmakers, sculptors, goldsmiths, engravers, and ornamentalists from the 15th to the 19th century.

Good to know: Our Furniture and Art Objects department organizes 4 to 6 auctions annually in Paris.

Access an International Circle of Buyers

Aguttes Auction House possesses a unique communication strength and offers sellers modern, targeted tools for effective international outreach. We place great importance on the production of auction catalogs, whether in print or fully digital, ensuring high-quality content and design.

During our campaigns, we engage buyers from our extensive client portfolio across all specialties, as well as identified potential buyers. We communicate with them through multiple channels, including online and offline advertisements, social media, email marketing, media partnerships, influencers, and auction platforms. Our promotional materials—images, texts, and videos—are designed to be both high-quality and impactful.

 

Free and Confidential Appraisals of Furniture, Sculptures, and Art Objects

Our specialists are available to appraise your valuables, providing professional expertise and personalized advice for selling or investing. The team also assists with searching for, selling, or acquiring unique pieces through private sales, ensuring complete confidentiality.

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    Why Aguttes?

    Expertise

    More than 14 specialized departments

    Personalized accompaniment

    Large and agile organization for the management of "top lots" and particular collections

    International records

    More than 60% of buyers are foreign

    Culture of excellence

    More than 150 lots sold at more than 100 000€ in 2022

    Frequency of sales

    4 annual auctions by specialty

    The press speaks about it

    Frequently asked questions

    The Furniture, Sculpture & Art Objects department appraises and authenticates a wide variety of items. Archaeological treasures sit alongside historical weapons and memorabilia, silverware, sculpture, and of course, antique furniture. Sofas, armchairs, dressers, desks, buffets, wardrobes, secretaries, scribans, chests, mirrors, sculptures, cutlery sets, silver items, candelabras, lighting fixtures, wall lights, … All periods and styles are represented in the auctions held by the Aguttes auction house: Early Period, Renaissance, Louis XIII, Louis XIV, Regency, Louis XV, Transition, Louis XVI, Directoire, Consulate, Empire, Restoration, Napoleon III, and more generally, furniture and art objects from the 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries. The variety of materials (rosewood, oak, walnut, ebony, mahogany, rosewood, violetwood, marquetry, silver, bronze, brass, marble, alabaster, porcelain, faience, ceramics…), the manufactories and workshops (Sèvres, Limoges, Rouen, Strasbourg, Moustiers, Marseille, Pont-aux-Choux, Aubusson, Brussels, La Savonnerie, Audenarde…), the signatures and stamps (Jacob, Migeon, Oeben, Carlin, Hache, Leleu, Riesener, Sené…) and hallmarks (Auguste, Puiforcat, Christofle, Têtard Frères, Odiot, Biennais…) make it a specialty that requires an in-depth knowledge of art history.
    Auctions of furniture, sculpture, and art objects allow access to a broad audience of potential buyers, including collectors, art enthusiasts, and investors. During auctions, buyers compete against each other, creating excitement and influencing the final sale price. The evaluations of the items are carried out by professional experts. The descriptions are precise and based on their knowledge of art history. The authenticity, age, style, period, and origin of the furniture and objects are examined in detail. Experts and specialists carefully observe the fluting, chiseling, ornaments, decorations, iconography, figures, sizes, assembly techniques, stamps, signatures, marks, and condition. They also study sales results and provenance for similar items. Appraisal requests made by Aguttes auction house are free of charge and confidential. We invite you to send us your request, along with detailed photographs of your furniture and art objects.
    The inventory involves evaluating a set of furniture either with the aim of selling it, in whole or in part, or to obtain an official document for the calculation of an estate, a division, an insurance contract, an ISF declaration, donations, or other similar matters. Whatever your need, our broad knowledge and experience will allow us to provide you with the necessary advice so that each of these operations is carried out under the best possible conditions. This inventory is usually conducted at your home by the department’s team, sometimes accompanied by in-house specialists. If necessary, and within a very short period, we can deploy our 15 in-house experts to meet you in France and in all major cities across Europe. Each of them will then apply their expertise, know-how, and market knowledge to advise you in the best way, all in full confidentiality. When the inventory is done without resulting in a sale by our auction house, fees will be applicable, based on the cumulative value of the estimated items. Contact us: perrine@aguttes.com