Chen Ting-shih (1915–2002)
Chen Ting-shih is a Chinese artist with 116 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $7,841. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Chen Ting-shih is recorded as sold in 2026 for $91,605; 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 Ting-shih on OpeningBid →What is a Chen Ting-shih work worth?
Across 88 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Chen Ting-shih work is $7,841.
The median Chen Ting-shih print sells for $8,404 across 65 lots.
The median Chen Ting-shih painting sells for $11,852 across 6 lots.
The median Chen Ting-shih work on paper sells for $2,909 across 9 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Chen Ting-shih prints typically sell for $3,273–$9,183 (the middle half of 42 sold lots).
Large (over 120 cm) Chen Ting-shih prints typically sell for $15,093–$42,010 (the middle half of 20 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 82 | $8,404‡ | $113,363 | 79.3% | 2026-05-24 |
| Paintings | 12 | $11,852‡ | $88,693 | 50% | 2025-11-30 |
| Works on Paper | 11 | $2,909‡ | $19,338 | 81.8% | 2024-09-12 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 6 | $12,496‡ | $13,408‡ | 50% | 2022-12-04 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $88,693‡ | $113,363 | — | 2026-05-24 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Chen Ting-shih's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (82 lots) median $8,404 with 79.3% sell-through. Paintings (12 lots) median $11,852, record $88,693. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 5 lots) the median is $88,693.
Price by size
Prints & Editions
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 42 | $3,273–$9,183‡ | $6,556‡ | $38,343 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 20 | $15,093–$42,010‡ | $22,872‡ | $113,363 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $4,814–$16,709‡ | $6,995‡ | $25,603 |
‡ 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) | 7 | $1,213–$3,789‡ | $2,550‡ | $11,515 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2021 | $113,363 |
| Prints & Editions | 2026 | $91,605‡ |
| Paintings | 2020 | $88,693 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $25,603 |
| Works on Paper | 2014 | $19,338 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2018 | $13,408‡ |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2022 | $12,496‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $11,515 |
‡ 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 Ting-shih worth?
Across 88 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Chen Ting-shih work is $7,841. The median Chen Ting-shih print sells for $8,404 across 65 lots. The median Chen Ting-shih painting sells for $11,852 across 6 lots. The median Chen Ting-shih work on paper sells for $2,909 across 9 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Chen Ting-shih prints typically sell for $3,273–$9,183 (the middle half of 42 sold lots). Large (over 120 cm) Chen Ting-shih prints typically sell for $15,093–$42,010 (the middle half of 20 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Chen Ting-shih print?
Based on 65 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Chen Ting-shih print is $8,404. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Chen Ting-shih's most expensive print?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Chen Ting-shih print is $113,363.
What is the average price of a Chen Ting-shih painting?
Based on 6 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Chen Ting-shih painting is $11,852. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Chen Ting-shih's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Chen Ting-shih painting is $88,693.
What is the average price of a Chen Ting-shih work on paper?
Based on 9 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Chen Ting-shih work on paper is $2,909. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Chen Ting-shih's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Chen Ting-shih work on paper is $19,338.
What is the average price of a medium Chen Ting-shih print?
Based on 42 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Chen Ting-shih print (medium (50–120 cm)) is $6,556, 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 Ting-shih print?
Based on 20 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Chen Ting-shih print (large (over 120 cm)) is $22,872, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Chen Ting-shih's auction record?
Chen Ting-shih's auction record is $113,363, set in 2021.
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