Irene Klestova Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Irene Klestova Art Value Price Guide

Jul. 08, 2026
Irene Klestova, Russian 1908-1989- Summer warmth;
Est: £300 - £400
Irene Klestova, Russian 1908-1989- Summer warmth; oil on board, signed 'I Klestova' (lower left), 24 x 19 cm. Provenance: with Frost & Reed, London, 1966 [K.244]. Private Collection, UK. Note: Similarly closely-observed and delicately-painted floral still life paintings by Klestova include those which sold at Macdougall Arts, London, on 4 June 2014, lot 116 (£7,375), and at Christie's, London, on 29 November 2007, lot 1172 (£5,625).
Roseberys
Feb. 11, 2026
IRENE KLESTOVA (1908-1989) Roses in a vase oil on board signed 34 x 26cm
Est: £200 - £300
IRENE KLESTOVA (1908-1989) Roses in a vase oil on board signed 34 x 26cm
John Nicholson's Fine Art Auctioneers & Valuers
Jul. 27, 2025
Irene Klestova (Russia,France,1908-1989) oil painting
Est: $1,300 - $1,600
ARTIST: Irene Klestova (Russian, French, 1908 - 1989) TITLE: Still Life with Vase of Roses MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Few very minor paint losses. Very minor craquelure. No visible inpaint under UV light. Minor damages to frame. ART SIZE: 10 x 8 inches / 25 x 20 cm FRAME SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm SIGNATURE: lower right LOCATION: This lot is located at our Dania Beach, FL office. NAME VARIANTS: Irina Borisovna Klestova CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 148981 US SHIPPING: $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Irene Klestova was born on March 13, 1907 in Saratov. She studied at the private school of F. I. Rerberg in Moscow. In 1925 she emigrated to Europe. In 1925-1926 she studied at the Rome Academy of Fine Arts.Klestova painted portraits, landscapes, nudes and still lifes in a salon-academic style. Her still lifes with lush flowers - roses, dahlias, peonies, lilies and orchids - were the most famous.Klestova was a member of the French National Society of Fine Arts and the Society of Independent Artists .In 1931, she took part in an exhibition of the art section of the "Association of Russians who graduated from higher educational institutions abroad". She took part in the Independent Salons (1939-1975), the Meudon Salon (1945), the Spring Salons (1947, 1948), the "Free Art" salons (1947, 1948), and in a number of exhibitions in Great Britain and the USA. She held a number of solo exhibitions in France.Some of her works were included in the book by the American artist Walter T. Foster, How to Draw and Paint Flowers, which was reprinted many times in different languages.The artist's paintings are kept in the Museum of Fine Arts in Villefranche-de-Rouergue, the Museum of Fine Arts in Chateau de Senevieres, galleries in Great Britain and the USA, as well as private collections.I. B. Klestova died on January 18, 1988 in Paris and was buried in Seinevier with her husband.In Venice, she met the artist Lev Chistovsky , who later became her husband. In 1926, they settled in Paris in Montparnasse, in the Rue impasse.In the 1930s, Klestova and her husband moved to the city of Senevier in southwestern France, where, in addition to her creative work, she grew orchids, which served as her constant models.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jun. 27, 2025
Irène KLESTOVA (Saratov 1907- Paris 1988) Roses dans un vase
Est: €2,000 - €3,000
Irène KLESTOVA (Saratov 1907- Paris 1988) Roses dans un vase Huile sur Isorel 46 x 55 cm Signé en bas à droite "Irène Klestova"
Millon & Associes
May. 11, 2025
Irene Klestova (Russia,France,1908-1989) oil painting
Est: $1,300 - $1,600
ARTIST: Irene Klestova (Russian, French, 1908 - 1989) TITLE: Still Life with Vase of Roses MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Some flaking/paint losses (see pictures carefully). Some craquelure. Few small inpaintings by the lower right corner. Minor damages to frame. ART SIZE: 10 x 8 inches / 25 x 20 cm FRAME SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm SIGNATURE: lower right LOCATION: This lot is located at our Dania Beach, FL office. NAME VARIANTS: Irina Borisovna Klestova CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 148980 US SHIPPING: $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Irene Klestova was born on March 13, 1907 in Saratov. She studied at the private school of F. I. Rerberg in Moscow. In 1925 she emigrated to Europe. In 1925-1926 she studied at the Rome Academy of Fine Arts.Klestova painted portraits, landscapes, nudes and still lifes in a salon-academic style. Her still lifes with lush flowers - roses, dahlias, peonies, lilies and orchids - were the most famous.Klestova was a member of the French National Society of Fine Arts and the Society of Independent Artists .In 1931, she took part in an exhibition of the art section of the "Association of Russians who graduated from higher educational institutions abroad". She took part in the Independent Salons (1939-1975), the Meudon Salon (1945), the Spring Salons (1947, 1948), the "Free Art" salons (1947, 1948), and in a number of exhibitions in Great Britain and the USA. She held a number of solo exhibitions in France.Some of her works were included in the book by the American artist Walter T. Foster, How to Draw and Paint Flowers, which was reprinted many times in different languages.The artist's paintings are kept in the Museum of Fine Arts in Villefranche-de-Rouergue, the Museum of Fine Arts in Chateau de Senevieres, galleries in Great Britain and the USA, as well as private collections.I. B. Klestova died on January 18, 1988 in Paris and was buried in Seinevier with her husband.In Venice, she met the artist Lev Chistovsky , who later became her husband. In 1926, they settled in Paris in Montparnasse, in the Rue impasse.In the 1930s, Klestova and her husband moved to the city of Senevier in southwestern France, where, in addition to her creative work, she grew orchids, which served as her constant models.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
May. 04, 2025
Irene Klestova (Russia,France,1908-1989) oil painting
Est: $1,300 - $1,600
ARTIST: Irene Klestova (Russian, French, 1908 - 1989) TITLE: Still Life with Vase of Roses MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Few very minor paint losses. Very minor craquelure. No visible inpaint under UV light. Minor damages to frame. ART SIZE: 10 x 8 inches / 25 x 20 cm FRAME SIZE: 14 x 12 inches / 35 x 30 cm SIGNATURE: lower right LOCATION: This lot is located at our Dania Beach, FL office. NAME VARIANTS: Irina Borisovna Klestova CATEGORY: old antique vintage painting for auction sale online AD: ART WANTED: Consign, Trade In, Cash Offer SKU#: 148981 US SHIPPING: $60 + insurance. BIOGRAPHY: Irene Klestova was born on March 13, 1907 in Saratov. She studied at the private school of F. I. Rerberg in Moscow. In 1925 she emigrated to Europe. In 1925-1926 she studied at the Rome Academy of Fine Arts.Klestova painted portraits, landscapes, nudes and still lifes in a salon-academic style. Her still lifes with lush flowers - roses, dahlias, peonies, lilies and orchids - were the most famous.Klestova was a member of the French National Society of Fine Arts and the Society of Independent Artists .In 1931, she took part in an exhibition of the art section of the "Association of Russians who graduated from higher educational institutions abroad". She took part in the Independent Salons (1939-1975), the Meudon Salon (1945), the Spring Salons (1947, 1948), the "Free Art" salons (1947, 1948), and in a number of exhibitions in Great Britain and the USA. She held a number of solo exhibitions in France.Some of her works were included in the book by the American artist Walter T. Foster, How to Draw and Paint Flowers, which was reprinted many times in different languages.The artist's paintings are kept in the Museum of Fine Arts in Villefranche-de-Rouergue, the Museum of Fine Arts in Chateau de Senevieres, galleries in Great Britain and the USA, as well as private collections.I. B. Klestova died on January 18, 1988 in Paris and was buried in Seinevier with her husband.In Venice, she met the artist Lev Chistovsky , who later became her husband. In 1926, they settled in Paris in Montparnasse, in the Rue impasse.In the 1930s, Klestova and her husband moved to the city of Senevier in southwestern France, where, in addition to her creative work, she grew orchids, which served as her constant models.
Broward Auction Gallery LLC
Jan. 19, 2025
Pair Irene Klestova Rose Still Life Paintings
Est: $800 - $1,200
KLESTOVA, Irene, (Russian/French, 1908-1989): Two still life paintings of roses in vases, Oil/Board, both signed lower right, one signed verso as well, 9.5" x 7.5", framed 13.5" x 11.5". Condition: Both appear to have moisture damage, one with paint flake.
Amero Auctions
Dec. 10, 2024
Irene Klestova, 1908-1989 (Russia/Italy/France)
Est: £20,000 - £30,000
Irene Klestova (1908-1989). Reclining Nude. Oil on cardboard, size 60 x 92 cm (23 2/3 inches x 36 1/4 inches). Framed. Signed lower right. Provenance: Auction MacDougalls Auctions, 6/6/2011-6/9/2011. High estimate $114935. Auction Sothebys London, Olympia 5/20/2005. High estimate $6415
Cultural Traditions
Sep. 27, 2024
IRENE KLESTOVA (Russian, 1908-1989); oil on canvas, still life of a vase of pink flowers, signed, Stacy-Marks label verso, 22 x 17cm, framed.
Est: £200 - £300
IRENE KLESTOVA (Russian, 1908-1989); oil on canvas, still life of a vase of pink flowers, signed, Stacy-Marks label verso, 22 x 17cm, framed.
Adam Partridge Auctioneers
Jun. 25, 2024
(+) IRENE KLESTOVA (1908-1989) Roses
Est: €250 - €500
signed (lower left) oil on board 24 x 19 cm (+) This lot is under temporary importation and is subject to import tax (5.5%) (EU) and administrative customs broker fees.
Hermitage Fine Art
Jun. 20, 2024
Irene Klestova (Russian, 1907-1988). Still life st
Est: £300 - £500
Irene Klestova (Russian, 1907-1988). Still life studies of roses, a pair, oil on board, both signed, one lower left, one lower right, each 23 x 17.5cm. (2) Framed Both generally good original appearance
Ewbank's
Apr. 07, 2024
Irene Klestova "Yellow Rose" Oil on Panel
Est: $400 - $600
Irene Klestova (Russian, 1907-1988), "Yellow Rose", Oil on Panel, signed "I. Klestova" lower left, behind a yellow silk mat in a burl walnut and ebonized frame. Image: 9" H x 7" W; frame: 15.5" H x 13" W. Provenance: From a 155 East 38th Street estate. Keywords: Paintings, Flower, Floral, Still life
Auctions at Showplace
Mar. 25, 2024
(+) IRENE KLESTOVA (1908-1989) Roses | (+) IRENE KLESTOVA (1908-1989) Roses
Est: €400 - €600
signed (lower left) oil on board 24 x 19 cm ⊕ This lot is under temporary importation and is subject to import tax (5.5%) (EU) and administrative customs broker fees. | huile sur carton 24 x 19 cm ⊕ Ce lot est sous le régime de l'importation temporaire, il est soumis à la taxe d'importation (5,5%) (UE) et aux frais administratifs de l'agent en douane
Hermitage Fine Art
Mar. 21, 2024
Irene Klestova (Russian, 1907-1988). Still life st
Est: £300 - £500
Irene Klestova (Russian, 1907-1988). Still life studies of roses, a pair, oil on board, both signed, one lower left, one lower right, each 23 x 17.5cm. (2) Framed. Both generally good original appearance
Ewbank's
Mar. 12, 2024
Irene Klestova (Russian, 1908-1989), 'Roses in a blue Sevres vase', oil on board, 23 x 18cm
Est: £500 - £800
Irene Klestova (Russian, 1908-1989) 'Roses in a blue Sevres vase' oil on board signed, Stacy Marks label verso
Gorringes
Mar. 12, 2024
Irene Klestova (Russian, 1908-1989), 'Roses and dew', oil on board, 23 x 18cm
Est: £500 - £800
Irene Klestova (Russian, 1908-1989) 'Roses and dew' oil on board signed, Stacy Marks label verso
Gorringes
Dec. 11, 2023
(+) IRENE KLESTOVA (1908-1989) Roses
Est: €600 - €1,000
signed (lower right) oil on panel 23 x 19 cmsigné (en bas à droite) huile sur panneau 23 x 19 cm
Hermitage Fine Art
Dec. 11, 2023
(+) IRENE KLESTOVA (1908-1989) Roses
Est: €600 - €1,000
signed (lower left) oil on board 24 x 19 cmsigné (en bas à gauche) huile sur carton 24 x 19 cm
Hermitage Fine Art
Jul. 09, 2023
Irene Klestova Attr. "Orchids" Oil on Board
Est: $600 - $800
Irene Klestova (Russian, 1907-1988) attributed "Orchids" oil painting on board or panel, apparently unsigned, behind a yellow silk mat housed within a burl walnut and ebonized frame. Image: 9" H x 7" W; frame: 15.5" H x 13" W.
Auctions at Showplace
Jul. 09, 2023
Irene Klestova "Yellow Rose" Oil on Panel
Est: $600 - $800
Irene Klestova (Russian, 1907-1988) "Yellow Rose" oil painting on board or panel, signed "I. Klestova" lower left, behind a yellow silk mat house within a burl walnut and ebonized frame. Image: 9" H x 7" W; frame: 15.5" H x 13" W
Auctions at Showplace
Jul. 09, 2023
Irene Klestova "Red Rose" Oil on Board
Est: $600 - $800
Irene Klestova (Russian, 1907-1988) "Red Rose" oil painting on board or panel, signed "Irene Klestova" lower left, behind a yellow silk mat house within a burl walnut and ebonized frame. Image: 9" H x 7" W; frame: 15.5" H x 13" W.
Auctions at Showplace
Jun. 28, 2023
(+) IRENE KLESTOVA (1908-1989) Roses
Est: €600 - €1,000
signed (lower right) oil on panel 23 x 19 cm ⊕ This lot is under temporary importation and is subject to import tax (5.5%) (EU) and administrative customs broker fees. signé (en bas à droite) huile sur panneau 23 x 19 cm ⊕ Ce lot est sous le régime de l'importation temporaire, il est soumis à la taxe d'importation (5,5 %) (UE) et aux frais administratifs de l'agent en douane
Hermitage Fine Art
Jun. 28, 2023
(+) IRENE KLESTOVA (1908-1989) Roses
Est: €600 - €1,000
signed (lower left) oil on board 24 x 19 cm ⊕ This lot is under temporary importation and is subject to import tax (5.5%) (EU) and administrative customs broker fees. signé (en bas à gauche) huile sur carton 24 x 19 cm ⊕ Ce lot est sous le régime de l'importation temporaire, il est soumis à la taxe d'importation (5,5 %) (UE) et aux frais administratifs de l'agent en douane
Hermitage Fine Art
May. 24, 2023
Irene Klestova (1909-1989) A red, white and pink rose with dew drops in a China vase, oil on board,
Est: £700 - £900
Irene Klestova (1909-1989) A red, white and pink rose with dew drops in a China vase, oil on board, signed, 9" x 7", (23x17.5cm).
John Nicholson's Fine Art Auctioneers & Valuers
Mar. 08, 2023
(+) IRENE KLESTOVA (1908-1989) Roses
Est: €1,200 - €1,500
signed (lower right) oil on panel 23 x 19 cm ⊕ This lot is under temporary importation and is subject to import tax (5.5%) (EU) and administrative customs broker fees.
Hermitage Fine Art
Mar. 08, 2023
(+) IRENE KLESTOVA (1908-1989) Roses
Est: €1,200 - €1,500
signed (lower left) oil on board 24 x 19 cm ⊕ This lot is under temporary importation and is subject to import tax (5.5%) (EU) and administrative customs broker fees.
Hermitage Fine Art
Jan. 08, 2023
Pair Irene Klestova Rose Still Life Paintings
Est: $800 - $1,200
KLESTOVA, Irene, (Russian/French, 1908-1989): Two still life paintings of roses in vases, Oil/Board, both signed lower right, one signed verso as well, 9.5" x 7.5", framed 13.5" x 11.5". This lot is from a $12 million dollar bay front property in Florida. Carefully curated by a committed Francophile lover of all things French and purchased throughout the later 20th Century in some of the finest markets and shops in France. One of over 140 lots in this auction from this collection. Condition: Both appear to have moisture damage, one with paint flake.
Amero Auctions
Nov. 30, 2022
Irene Klestova (1909-1989), a still life of white and red roses with dew drops, oil on board, signed, 9" x 7"
Est: £700 - £1,000
Irene Klestova (1909-1989), a still life of white and red roses with dew drops, oil on board, signed, 9" x 7" (23 x 18cm).
John Nicholson's Fine Art Auctioneers & Valuers
Nov. 30, 2022
Irene Klestova (1909-1989), a still life of white and pink roses with dew drops, oil on board, signed, 9.5" x
Est: £700 - £1,000
Irene Klestova (1909-1989), a still life of white and pink roses with dew drops, oil on board, signed, 9.5" x 7" (24 x 18cm).
John Nicholson's Fine Art Auctioneers & Valuers
Nov. 30, 2022
Irene Klestova (1909-1989), a still life of white roses with dew drops, oil on board, signed, 9" x 7" (23 x 18
Est: £700 - £1,000
Irene Klestova (1909-1989), a still life of white roses with dew drops, oil on board, signed, 9" x 7" (23 x 18cm), Frost and Reed label verso.
John Nicholson's Fine Art Auctioneers & Valuers
Nov. 28, 2022
IRENE KLESTOVA (ИРИНА КЛЕСТОВА) (RUSSIAN / FRENCH 1908-1989) - Kvetinove zatisi ve vaze | Floral still life in the vase
Est: -
IRENE KLESTOVA (ИРИНА КЛЕСТОВА) (RUSSIAN / FRENCH 1908-1989) Kvetinove zatisi ve vaze | Floral still life in the vase olej na lepence 60 x 73 cm
Einszwei Gallery
Jul. 06, 2022
Irene Klestova (British, 1908-1989) Three roses, pink, white and red
Est: £800 - £1,200
Irene Klestova (British, 1908-1989) Three roses, pink, white and red signed 'I Klestova' (lower left) oil on board 24.1 x 19.4cm (9 1/2 x 7 5/8in). For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Jul. 06, 2022
Irene Klestova (British, 1908-1989) Pink and peach roses in a vase
Est: £800 - £1,200
Irene Klestova (British, 1908-1989) Pink and peach roses in a vase signed with artist's pseudonym ' LTchistovsky' (lower right) oil on board 25.1 x 20cm (9 7/8 x 7 7/8in). For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Jul. 06, 2022
Irene Klestova (British, 1908-1989) Still life of white roses
Est: £800 - £1,200
Irene Klestova (British, 1908-1989) Still life of white roses signed and inscribed 'Irene Klestova/Paris' (lower right) oil on board 24.5 x 19cm (9 5/8 x 7 1/2in). For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Jun. 29, 2022
Â§ IRENE KLESTOVA (RUSSIAN 1907-1989)
Est: £800 - £1,200
Â§ IRENE KLESTOVA (RUSSIAN 1907-1989) Property from a Private Collection IRENE KLESTOVA (RUSSIAN 1907-1989) Roses rouges signed and inscribed Irene Klestova Paris (lower right) oil on board 35 x 26 cm (13 3/4 x 10 1/4 in) PROVENANCE: E. Stacy Marks, Eastbourne, by 1952 Sale, Bonhams, London, 18 September 2001, lot 48 The Unicorn Gallery, Wilmslow Sale, Tennants, Harrogate, 17 November 2018, lot 79 Purchased at the above sale by the present owner
Chiswick Auctions
Mar. 09, 2022
Irene Klestova (British, 1908-1989) Still life of roses in a porcelain vase
Est: £800 - £1,200
Irene Klestova (British, 1908-1989) Still life of roses in a porcelain vase signed 'I Klestova' (lower left) oil on board 20.3 x 24.7cm (8 x 9 3/4in). For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Jun. 10, 2021
§KLESTOVA, IRENE (1908–1989) - Still Life
Est: £3,500 - £4,500
§KLESTOVA, IRENE (1908–1989) Still Life, signed. Oil on cardboard, 73 by 92 cm. Exhibited: The 68th Salon des Artistes Indépendants, Paris, 1957 (label on the reverse). Starting Bid: 3500
MacDougall's
Mar. 03, 2021
Irene Klestova (British, 1908-1989) Still life of roses
Est: £800 - £1,200
Irene Klestova (British, 1908-1989) Still life of roses signed 'I Klestova' (lower left) oil on board 24.2 x 19.7cm (9 1/2 x 7 3/4in). For further information on this lot please visit the Bonhams website
Bonhams
Nov. 27, 2019
KLESTOVA, IRENE (1908-1989) Still Life with Roses
Est: £5,000 - £7,000
KLESTOVA, IRENE (1908–1989) Still Life with Roses signed and inscribed "Paris". Oil on cardboard, 60 by 100 cm.
MacDougall's
Nov. 21, 2019
IRENE KLESTOVA (1908-1989)
Est: €1,500 - €2,000
Orchids in a blue vase Signed (lower right) Oil on panel 55 x 46 cm Provenance: Private collection, Europe ИРИНА КЛЕСТОВА (1908-1989) Орхидеи в голубой вазе Подпись справа внизу Дерево, масло, 55 х 46 см Провенанс: частная коллекция, Европа
Hermitage Fine Art
Jul. 10, 2019
AR Irene Klestova (British, 1908-1989) Still life of roses
Est: £800 - £1,200
Irene Klestova (British, 1908-1989) Still life of roses signed 'I Klestova' (lower left) oil on board 24.2 x 19cm (9 1/2 x 7 1/2in).
Bonhams
Jul. 10, 2019
AR Irene Klestova (British, 1908-1989) Still life of roses
Est: £800 - £1,200
Irene Klestova (British, 1908-1989) Still life of rosessigned 'I Klestova' (lower left) oil on board 24.2 x 19cm (9 1/2 x 7 1/2in).
Bonhams
Jun. 05, 2019
KLESTOVA, IRENE (1908–1989) Three Roses
Est: £1,500 - £2,000
KLESTOVA, IRENE (1908–1989) Three Roses signed. Oil on cardboard, 24 by 19 cm.
MacDougall's
Jan. 13, 2019
Irene Klestova, (1908-1989 Russian/French), Still life with roses, Oil on masonite, 18" H x 21.25" W
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Irene Klestova (1908-1989 Russian/French) Still life with roses Oil on masonite Signed with the artist's pseudonym lower right: L. Tchistovsky 18" H x 21.25" W Provenance: Alexander Gallery, Bristol, UK.
John Moran Auctioneers
Nov. 28, 2018
§KLESTOVA, IRENE (1908-1989) Roses in a Vase
Est: £10,000 - £12,000
§KLESTOVA, IRENE (1908-1989) Roses in a Vase signed, stamped with a fingerprint, inscribed "Paris" and dated 1946. Oil on cardboard, 60 by 100 cm.
MacDougall's
Mar. 21, 2018
Irène KLESTOVA (Saratov 1908 - Paris 1989) - Les roses et les myosotis
Est: €1,200 - €1,500
Irène KLESTOVA (Saratov 1908 - Paris 1989) Les roses et les myosotis Huile sur carton 43,5 x 58 cm
Millon & Associes
Mar. 21, 2018
Irène KLESTOVA (Saratov 1908 - Paris 1989) - Les pétunias du jardin
Est: €1,000 - €1,200
Irène KLESTOVA (Saratov 1908 - Paris 1989) Les pétunias du jardin Huile sur isorel 27,5 x 38 cm Porte au dos les mentions manuscrites 188 Irene Klestova les pétunias du Jardin Paris
Millon & Associes
Nov. 21, 2017
AR Irene Klestova (British, 1908-1989) Mixed roses, a pair (2)
Est: £1,500 - £2,000
AR IRENE KLESTOVA (BRITISH, 1908-1989) Mixed roses, a pair one signed ‘I Klestova’ (lower right) the other signed ‘Irène Klestova’ (lower left) oil on board 23 x 18cm (9 1/16 x 7 1/16in).(2)
Bonhams