Cao Jianlou (1913–2005)
Cao Jianlou is a Chinese artist with 272 auction lots recorded since 2002, median price $701. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Cao Jianlou sold in 2025 for $800, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 229 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Cao Jianlou work is $701.
The median Cao Jianlou painting sells for $688 across 28 lots.
The median Cao Jianlou work on paper sells for $442 across 12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2 | — | — | — | 2019-04-14 |
| Paintings | 32 | $688‡ | $1,823‡ | 87.5% | 2023-06-10 |
| Works on Paper | 12 | $442‡ | $3,610‡ | — | 2025-08-10 |
| Photography | 3 | — | — | — | 2015-10-24 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 8 | $653–$767‡ | $688‡ | $1,823‡ |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $388–$1,196‡ | $471‡ | $3,610‡ |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $3,610‡ |
| Paintings | 2012 | $1,823‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2019 | $1,592 |
| Paintings | 2023 | $963‡ |
‡ 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 Jianlou worth?
Across 229 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Cao Jianlou work is $701. The median Cao Jianlou painting sells for $688 across 28 lots. The median Cao Jianlou work on paper sells for $442 across 12 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Cao Jianlou painting?
Based on 28 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Cao Jianlou painting is $688. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Cao Jianlou's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Cao Jianlou painting is $1,823. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a Cao Jianlou work on paper?
Based on 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Cao Jianlou work on paper is $442. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Cao Jianlou's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Cao Jianlou work on paper is $3,610. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is Cao Jianlou's auction record?
Cao Jianlou's auction record is $3,610, set in 2021. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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