Ben Yu (1905–1995)
Ben Yu is a Chinese artist with 25 auction lots recorded since 1996, median price $36,544.
A work by Ben Yu sold in 2025 for $109,765, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Ben Yu on OpeningBid →What is a Ben Yu work worth?
Across 21 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ben Yu work is $36,544.
The median Ben Yu painting sells for $41,905 across 7 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 8 | $41,905 | $54,164 | 87.5% | 2019-05-26 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $23,887–$50,984 | $41,905 | $54,164 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2012 | $54,164 |
| Paintings | 2018 | $50,984 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Ben Yu worth?
Across 21 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ben Yu work is $36,544. The median Ben Yu painting sells for $41,905 across 7 lots.
What is Ben Yu's auction record?
Ben Yu's auction record is $109,765, set in 2025.
See the full Ben Yu record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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