Chen Da-yu (1912–2001)
What is Chen Da-yu’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 691 auction results for Chen Da-yu at 25 houses since 1996. Over the last 24 months the median price was $923 including buyer’s premium (middle half $566–$2,907, n=44). The auction record is $163,304 for Shuang Yan (2019, 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 | Shuang Yan, 1981年作 | 设色纸本 | $163,304 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2019 |
| 2 | 陈大羽 1987年作 册页 册页 （十开）, 1987 | 册页 （十开） | $153,218 | Beijing Ginza Auction (北京银座拍卖) | Nov 2014 |
| 3 | Da Shou Tu, 1980年作 | 设色纸本 | $68,668 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2012 |
| 4 | 紫藤雄鸡 篆书五言联 镜心, 1979 | 篆书五言联 镜心 | $60,165 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Oct 2014 |
| 5 | Autumn Blossoms, 1947 | Ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll | $45,133 | Sotheby's | Oct 2014 |
| 6 | 大吉大利 | 设色纸本 | $38,825 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jan 2013 |
| 7 | Daji Jingxin, 1982 | — | $37,370 | Beijing Ginza Auction (北京银座拍卖) | Nov 2014 |
| 8 | Shuangshou, 1979 | — | $36,099 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Oct 2014 |
| 9 | Rooster in Spring, 1912 | Ink | $35,039 | Christie's | May 2019 |
| 10 | Daji Tu Jing Xin | — | $34,961 | Beijing Ginza Auction (北京银座拍卖) | Dec 2017 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 41 | $4,224 |
| Other | 94 | $2,960 |
| Paintings | 37 | $2,698 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 107 | $3,831 |
| Large (over 120 cm) | 23 | $1,527 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $1,314 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 691 results from 25 houses · How we compute these figures
Chen Da-yu is a Chinese artist with 948 auction lots recorded since 1996, median price $3,954. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Chen Da-yu sold in 2026 for $4,480, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
3 Chen Da-yu works are coming to auction (as of 2026-11-03). Follow Chen Da-yu free on OpeningBid for sale alerts.
See the full Chen Da-yu record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
View Chen Da-yu on OpeningBid →What is a Chen Da-yu work worth?
Across 691 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Chen Da-yu work is $3,954.
The median Chen Da-yu painting sells for $5,943 across 136 lots.
The median Chen Da-yu work on paper sells for $2,834 across 129 lots.
The median Chen Da-yu photograph sells for $4,254 across 6 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Chen Da-yu paintings typically sell for $3,272–$15,072 (the middle half of 89 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) Chen Da-yu work on papers typically sell for $1,233–$5,547 (the middle half of 84 sold lots).
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2 | — | — | — | 2012-07-10 |
| Paintings | 152 | $5,943‡ | $163,304 | 89.5% | 2026-07-19 |
| Works on Paper | 133 | $2,834‡ | $71,842‡ | 97% | 2026-08-04 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | $1,448† | $1,448† | — | 2021-12-31 |
| Photography | 6 | $4,254†‡ | $5,212† | — | 2024-12-26 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 25 | $60,165‡ | $515,726‡ | — | 2023-02-22 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 18 | $1,439–$5,049‡ | $2,656‡ | $16,039‡ |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 89 | $3,272–$15,072‡ | $7,397‡ | $132,988‡ |
| large (over 120 cm) | 10 | $1,745–$8,794‡ | $3,602‡ | $163,304 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $1,326–$2,959‡ | $2,798‡ | $4,613‡ |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 84 | $1,233–$5,547‡ | $3,042‡ | $71,842‡ |
| large (over 120 cm) | 32 | $877–$5,701‡ | $2,824‡ | $54,779‡ |
‡ 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 | 2019 | $163,304 |
| Paintings | 2015 | $132,988‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $71,842‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $54,779‡ |
| Photography | 2018 | $5,212† |
| Photography | 2024 | $4,254‡ |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2021 | $1,448† |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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 Da-yu worth?
Across 691 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Chen Da-yu work is $3,954. The median Chen Da-yu painting sells for $5,943 across 136 lots. The median Chen Da-yu work on paper sells for $2,834 across 129 lots. The median Chen Da-yu photograph sells for $4,254 across 6 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Chen Da-yu paintings typically sell for $3,272–$15,072 (the middle half of 89 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) Chen Da-yu work on papers typically sell for $1,233–$5,547 (the middle half of 84 sold lots). Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a Chen Da-yu painting?
Based on 136 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Chen Da-yu painting is $5,943. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Chen Da-yu's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Chen Da-yu painting is $163,304.
What is the average price of a Chen Da-yu work on paper?
Based on 129 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Chen Da-yu work on paper is $2,834. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Chen Da-yu's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Chen Da-yu work on paper is $71,842. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a medium Chen Da-yu painting?
Based on 89 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Chen Da-yu painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $7,397, 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 medium Chen Da-yu work on paper?
Based on 84 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Chen Da-yu work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $3,042, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Chen Da-yu's auction record?
Chen Da-yu's auction record is $515,726, set in 2012. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
See the full Chen Da-yu record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
View Chen Da-yu on OpeningBid →