Chen Chun (1483–1544)
What is Chen Chun’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 101 auction results for Chen Chun at 14 houses since 1998. Over the last 24 months the median price was $57,565 including buyer’s premium (middle half $876–$388,851, n=8). The auction record is $4,488,554 for Flower Album (2020, Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖)). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Flower Album | Ink and color on paper | $4,488,554 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Oct 2020 |
| 2 | Flowers and Calligraphy, 1725 | Ink | $3,678,187 | Christie's | Jun 2023 |
| 3 | Li Bai’s Song of Xiangyang in Cursive Script, 1925 | Ink | $1,791,508 | Christie's | Oct 2025 |
| 4 | Narcissus and Calligraphy, 2021 | Ink | $1,128,840 | Christie's | Dec 2023 |
| 5 | Seven-Character Poems in Running-Cursive Script, 1540 | Ink | $1,058,709 | Christie's | Nov 2017 |
| 6 | Narcissus | Ink on paper | $882,106 | China Sungari International Auction (中贸圣佳国际拍卖) | Jul 2005 |
| 7 | Peonies | Ink | $485,756 | Christie's | Nov 2024 |
| 8 | Flowers of the Four Seasons, 1539 | Ink on paper | $356,550 | Christie's | Apr 2026 |
| 9 | Summer Mountains, 1530 | Burlap | $190,505 | Christie's | May 2016 |
| 10 | 秋色满园 | 设色纸本 | $161,336 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | May 2008 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 19 | $64,416 |
| Other | 20 | $4,021 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 14 | $175,920 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $22,151 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 13 | $16,051 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 101 results from 14 houses · How we compute these figures
Chen Chun is a Chinese artist with 127 auction lots recorded since 1995, median price $26,425. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Chen Chun sold in 2026 for $356,550, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Chen Chun on OpeningBid →What is a Chen Chun work worth?
Across 101 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Chen Chun work is $26,425.
The median Chen Chun work on paper sells for $41,870 across 49 lots.
The median Chen Chun painting sells for $30,422 across 5 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Chen Chun work on papers typically sell for $9,072–$64,881 (the middle half of 24 sold 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 | 7 | $30,422‡ | $882,106 | 71.4% | 2021-09-28 |
| Works on Paper | 54 | $41,870‡ | $4.5M | 90.7% | 2026-09-11 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 23 | $434,672‡ | $4.5M | — | 2026-04-28 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $14,753–$376,534‡ | $65,608‡ | $4.5M |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 24 | $9,072–$64,881‡ | $26,185‡ | $206,106‡ |
| large (over 120 cm) | 17 | $3,281–$485,756‡ | $174,553‡ | $3.7M |
‡ 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 | 2020 | $4.5M |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $3.7M |
| Paintings | 2005 | $882,106 |
| Paintings | 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 Chen Chun worth?
Across 101 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Chen Chun work is $26,425. The median Chen Chun work on paper sells for $41,870 across 49 lots. The median Chen Chun painting sells for $30,422 across 5 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Chen Chun work on papers typically sell for $9,072–$64,881 (the middle half of 24 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Chen Chun work on paper?
Based on 49 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Chen Chun work on paper is $41,870. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Chen Chun's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Chen Chun work on paper is $4,488,554.
What is the average price of a medium Chen Chun work on paper?
Based on 24 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Chen Chun work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $26,185, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a large Chen Chun work on paper?
Based on 17 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Chen Chun work on paper (large (over 120 cm)) is $174,553, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Chen Chun's auction record?
Chen Chun's auction record is $4,488,554, set in 2020.
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