Cai Heting (1909–1976)
Cai Heting is a Chinese artist with 29 auction lots recorded since 2004, median price $3,383. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Cai Heting sold in 2026 for $7,680, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Cai Heting on OpeningBid →What is a Cai Heting work worth?
Across 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Cai Heting work is $3,383.
The median Cai Heting work on paper sells for $663 across 4 lots.
The median Cai Heting painting sells for $1,019 across 4 lots.
Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 4 | $1,019‡ | $16,482‡ | — | 2021-09-29 |
| Works on Paper | 5 | $663‡ | $5,023‡ | 80% | 2026-04-24 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2012 | $16,482‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $5,023‡ |
| Paintings | 2021 | $1,238‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $1,173‡ |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Cai Heting worth?
Across 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Cai Heting work is $3,383. The median Cai Heting work on paper sells for $663 across 4 lots. The median Cai Heting painting sells for $1,019 across 4 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Cai Heting's auction record?
Cai Heting's auction record is $47,938, set in 2012. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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