Overview
- Drouot confirmed the sale on Tuesday of the oil portraying Jean Renoir as a child with nursemaid Gabrielle Renard.
- Reports diverged on price, with AFP citing Drouot at €1.8 million while Reuters reported €1.45 million.
- The buyer was described by Drouot as international, with no further identity disclosed.
- Painted circa 1890–1895, the work had never been exhibited or sold and retained direct provenance to Baudot.
- The result followed a €1–€1.5 million estimate and arrived as top-tier auction sales signal renewed strength in the art market.