Cai Yu (1470–1541)
Cai Yu is a Chinese artist with 19 auction lots recorded since 1998, median price $18,355. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Cai Yu sold in 2021 for $112,183, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Cai Yu on OpeningBid →What is a Cai Yu work worth?
Across 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Cai Yu work is $18,355.
The median Cai Yu work on paper sells for $19,210 across 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 6 | $19,210‡ | $112,183 | — | 2021-11-29 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $112,183 |
| Works on Paper | 2010 | $33,857‡ |
‡ 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 Yu worth?
Across 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Cai Yu work is $18,355. The median Cai Yu work on paper sells for $19,210 across 6 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Cai Yu's auction record?
Cai Yu's auction record is $112,183, set in 2021.
See the full Cai Yu record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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