Chen Dazhang (1930–2015)
What is Chen Dazhang’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 117 auction results for Chen Dazhang at 11 houses since 2004. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,082 including buyer’s premium (middle half $563–$1,486, n=15). The auction record is $82,745 for 百花齐放 镜心 (2014, 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 | 百花齐放 镜心 | 设色纸本 | $82,745 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Apr 2014 |
| 2 | Spectacular Landscape, 1994 | Ink and color on paper | $36,223 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2023 |
| 3 | Good Scenery, 1994 | Ink and color on paper | $21,597 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2025 |
| 4 | Meixiang Huayueye | 设色纸本 | $18,755 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jul 2013 |
| 5 | 泰山旭日, 1988年作 | 设色纸本 | $15,861 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Apr 2011 |
| 6 | Juyong Diecui Jingxin | 设色纸本 | $11,030 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Apr 2014 |
| 7 | Snow of Taishan Mountain | Ink and color on paper | $5,557 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | May 2024 |
| 8 | 金色长城, 1997 | Ink and color on paper | $4,740 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jul 2022 |
| 9 | 峡江月色 | 设色纸本 | $4,724 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Oct 2013 |
| 10 | Li Bai Watching a Waterfall, 2001年作 | 设色纸本 | $4,159 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Oct 2013 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 18 | $2,166 |
| Other | 13 | $2,057 |
| Works on paper | 14 | $1,742 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 12 | $8,294 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 30 | $1,686 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 117 results from 11 houses · How we compute these figures
Chen Dazhang is a Chinese artist with 178 auction lots recorded since 2004, median price $2,581. 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 Dazhang sold in 2026 for $3,994, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Chen Dazhang on OpeningBid →What is a Chen Dazhang work worth?
Across 117 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Chen Dazhang work is $2,581.
The median Chen Dazhang painting sells for $3,024 across 36 lots.
The median Chen Dazhang work on paper sells for $1,882 across 23 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Chen Dazhang paintings typically sell for $1,268–$3,573 (the middle half of 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 37 | $3,024‡ | $82,745 | 97.3% | 2026-09-13 |
| Works on Paper | 24 | $1,882‡ | $21,597 | 95.8% | 2026-04-27 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 6 | $28,910‡ | $82,745 | — | 2025-06-08 |
‡ 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) | 21 | $1,268–$3,573‡ | $2,834‡ | $5,494‡ |
| large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $4,723–$36,223‡ | $7,084‡ | $82,745 |
‡ 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) | 16 | $1,229–$3,549‡ | $1,846‡ | $8,906‡ |
| large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $1,594–$5,876‡ | $4,776‡ | $21,597 |
‡ 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 | 2014 | $82,745 |
| Paintings | 2023 | $36,223 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $21,597 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $8,906‡ |
‡ 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 Dazhang worth?
Across 117 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Chen Dazhang work is $2,581. The median Chen Dazhang painting sells for $3,024 across 36 lots. The median Chen Dazhang work on paper sells for $1,882 across 23 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Chen Dazhang paintings typically sell for $1,268–$3,573 (the middle half of 21 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 Dazhang painting?
Based on 36 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Chen Dazhang painting is $3,024. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Chen Dazhang's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Chen Dazhang painting is $82,745.
What is the average price of a Chen Dazhang work on paper?
Based on 23 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Chen Dazhang work on paper is $1,882. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Chen Dazhang's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Chen Dazhang work on paper is $21,597.
What is the average price of a medium Chen Dazhang painting?
Based on 21 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Chen Dazhang painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $2,834, 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 Dazhang work on paper?
Based on 16 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Chen Dazhang work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,846, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Chen Dazhang's auction record?
Chen Dazhang's auction record is $82,745, set in 2014.
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