Chen Shuren (1884–1948)
What is Chen Shuren’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 131 auction results for Chen Shuren at 19 houses since 1993. Over the last 24 months the median price was $639 including buyer’s premium (middle half $252–$1,896, n=5). The auction record is $163,878 for OLD TOWER Scroll (2005, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | OLD TOWER Scroll, 1936 | Ink and colour on paper | $163,878 | Christie's | May 2005 |
| 2 | FLOWER IN VASE, 1946 | Ink and colour on paper | $76,476 | Christie's | May 2005 |
| 3 | Wisteria and Bird, 1943 | Ink and colour on paper | $76,476 | Christie's | May 2005 |
| 4 | Oriole and Roses, 1934 | Ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll | $24,347 | Sotheby's | Apr 2021 |
| 5 | 青芦奕奕, 1927 | 设色纸本 | $20,564 | China Guardian (中国嘉德) | Mar 2019 |
| 6 | Red Leaves and Myna, 1948 | 设色纸本 | $18,244 | China Guardian (中国嘉德) | Apr 2018 |
| 7 | 花鸟双挖, 1928 | Hanging scroll | $17,351 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Apr 2019 |
| 8 | Bird in autumn, 1932 | Ink and colours on paper | $11,920 | Koller Auktionen | Dec 2020 |
| 9 | Peony and Bee, 1948 | Hanging scroll | $10,516 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Oct 2018 |
| 10 | 鸣蝉, 1947 | — | $10,228 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Oct 2014 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 10 | $7,176 |
| Other | 20 | $3,613 |
| Paintings | 5 | $3,056 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $5,942 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 18 | $3,763 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 131 results from 19 houses · How we compute these figures
Chen Shuren is a Chinese artist with 163 auction lots recorded since 1993, median price $3,398. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Chen Shuren is recorded as sold in 2025 for $6,570; whether the price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Chen Shuren on OpeningBid →What is a Chen Shuren work worth?
Across 131 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Chen Shuren work is $3,398.
The median Chen Shuren work on paper sells for $4,124 across 22 lots.
The median Chen Shuren painting sells for $2,751 across 15 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 | 1 | — | — | — | 2010-12-16 |
| Paintings | 16 | $2,751‡ | $17,096‡ | 93.8% | 2026-04-27 |
| Works on Paper | 24 | $4,124‡ | $163,878 | 91.7% | 2026-06-30 |
| Photography | 1 | — | — | — | 2004-09-04 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $76,476‡ | $163,878 | — | 2015-10-25 |
‡ 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) | 7 | $1,776–$7,744‡ | $2,751‡ | $17,096‡ |
‡ 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) | 15 | $1,260–$13,717‡ | $2,432‡ | $163,878 |
‡ 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 | 2005 | $163,878 |
| Works on Paper | 2005 | $76,476 |
| Paintings | 2013 | $17,096‡ |
| Paintings | 2011 | $8,295 |
‡ 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 Shuren worth?
Across 131 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Chen Shuren work is $3,398. The median Chen Shuren work on paper sells for $4,124 across 22 lots. The median Chen Shuren painting sells for $2,751 across 15 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Chen Shuren work on paper?
Based on 22 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Chen Shuren work on paper is $4,124. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Chen Shuren's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Chen Shuren work on paper is $163,878.
What is the average price of a Chen Shuren painting?
Based on 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Chen Shuren painting is $2,751. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Chen Shuren's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Chen Shuren painting is $17,096. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a medium Chen Shuren work on paper?
Based on 15 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Chen Shuren work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $2,432, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Chen Shuren's auction record?
Chen Shuren's auction record is $163,878, set in 2005.
See the full Chen Shuren record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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