Cao Liwei (b. 1956)
Cao Liwei is a Chinese artist with 9 auction lots recorded since 2000, median price $5,283. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Cao Liwei sold in 2011 for $9,060, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Cao Liwei on OpeningBid →What is a Cao Liwei work worth?
Across 7 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Cao Liwei work is $5,283.
The median Cao Liwei painting sells for $6,086 across 6 lots.
The median Cao Liwei work on paper sells for $4,593 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 | 6 | $6,086‡ | $9,060 | — | 2011-12-04 |
| Works on Paper | 1 | $4,593‡ | $4,593‡ | — | 2009-11-21 |
‡ 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) | 6 | $5,258–$7,259‡ | $6,086‡ | $9,060 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2011 | $9,060 |
| Paintings | 2009 | $7,382‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2009 | $4,593‡ |
‡ 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 Liwei worth?
Across 7 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Cao Liwei work is $5,283. The median Cao Liwei painting sells for $6,086 across 6 lots. The median Cao Liwei work on paper sells for $4,593 across 1 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Cao Liwei's auction record?
Cao Liwei's auction record is $9,060, set in 2011.
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