Cao Hua (1847–1913)
Cao Hua is a Chinese artist with 17 auction lots recorded since 2004, median price $538. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Cao Hua is recorded as sold in 2024 for $589; whether the price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Cao Hua on OpeningBid →What is a Cao Hua work worth?
Across 16 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Cao Hua work is $538.
The median Cao Hua work on paper sells for $487 across 3 lots.
The median Cao Hua painting sells for $171 across 1 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 | 1 | $171 | $171 | — | 2026-09-11 |
| Works on Paper | 3 | $487‡ | $589‡ | — | 2024-10-14 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $589‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $487 |
| Paintings | 2026 | $171 |
‡ 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 Cao Hua worth?
Across 16 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Cao Hua work is $538. The median Cao Hua work on paper sells for $487 across 3 lots. The median Cao Hua painting sells for $171 across 1 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Cao Hua's auction record?
Cao Hua's auction record is $16,951, set in 2011.
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