Fernand Leger Work Sells for $1.4m But Delivers a 53% Negative Return
3 min read · 18 Nov 2025
Nature morte. Image courtesy of Christie's
Fernand Leger, Nature morte (1927) sold for $1.4m, less than the low estimate at Christie's in New York on November 17.
The sale was below the previous auction result by $1.58m, realizing a 53% negative return. It last sold at auction in 2011 for $2.97m at Christie's.
Oil on canvas, 92.7 x 65.7cm. The work has been traded 6 times in the past.
Sale Date | Price | Price Increase | Venue | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
November 17, 2025 | $1.4m | -53 % | Christie's | New York |
June 21, 2011 | $2.97m | - | Christie's | London |
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