> Source: https://www.openingbid.art/artist/chen-zizhuang · updated 2026-11-02

# Chen Zizhuang (1913–1976)

## What is Chen Zizhuang’s work worth? {#value}

As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 367 auction results for Chen Zizhuang at 15 houses since 1998. Over the last 24 months the median price was $802 including buyer’s premium (middle half $507–$1,921, n=13). The auction record is $253,478 for Shuangji Jiaguan (2017, Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖)). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.

**Top auction records: paintings, drawings & sculpture**

| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shuangji Jiaguan, 1971年作 | 设色纸本 | $253,478 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2017 |
| 2 | EAGLE ON THE ROCK, 1966 | Ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll | $237,279 | Sotheby's | Oct 2013 |
| 3 | 寒梅疏影, 1973年作 | 设色纸本 | $150,040 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2013 |
| 4 | Peonies, 1913 | Ink | $95,857 | Christie's | Nov 2018 |
| 5 | 归舟图, 1966 | Ink and color on paper | $79,442 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2024 |
| 6 | 桑山梯田 镜心 | 设色纸本 | $73,633 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2013 |
| 7 | Reading, 1973年作 | 设色纸本 | $67,234 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2010 |
| 8 | 玉瓶迎春, 1966年作 | 设色纸本 | $58,529 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2013 |
| 9 | Mountain Village Sketch | 设色纸本 | $56,840 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2011 |
| 10 | 川北隆冬 镜心 | 设色纸本 | $56,840 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2011 |


**Median price by medium (last 24 months, n ≥ 5)**

| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 18 | $7,234 |
| Paintings | 31 | $4,834 |
| Other | 44 | $4,544 |

**Median price by size (last 24 months, n ≥ 5)**

| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 9 | $24,014 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 40 | $7,725 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 15 | $3,125 |

Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 367 results from 15 houses · [How we compute these figures](https://www.openingbid.art/methodology/price-data)


Chen Zizhuang is a Chinese artist with 488 auction lots recorded since 1995, median price $6,362. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.

A work by Chen Zizhuang is recorded as sold in 2025 for $8,213; whether the price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

## What is a Chen Zizhuang work worth?

Across 367 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Chen Zizhuang work is $6,362.

The median Chen Zizhuang painting sells for $6,907 across 126 lots.

The median Chen Zizhuang work on paper sells for $5,730 across 40 lots.

The median Chen Zizhuang print sells for $802 across 1 lots.

Small (under 50 cm) Chen Zizhuang paintings typically sell for $3,999–$54,045 (the middle half of 83 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 | 1 | $802 | $802 | — | 2025-07-05 |
| Paintings | 128 | $6,907‡ | $162,447‡ | — | 2026-04-23 |
| Works on Paper | 43 | $5,730‡ | $237,279 | 93% | 2026-02-11 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 16 | $228,448‡ | $797,648‡ | — | 2017-06-05 |

‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.

Chen Zizhuang's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (1 lots) median $802. Paintings (128 lots) median $6,907, record $162,447. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified. A typical Chen Zizhuang painting sells for around 8.6× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 16 lots) the median is $228,448.

## Price by size

### Paintings

| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 83 | $3,999–$54,045‡ | $24,694‡ | $98,777‡ |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 10 | $2,183–$5,498‡ | $3,655‡ | $80,066‡ |

‡ 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) | 18 | $1,661–$5,083‡ | $3,537‡ | $18,070 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 10 | $1,535–$8,510‡ | $6,170‡ | $30,650 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $33,628–$91,753‡ | $73,118‡ | $118,714‡ |

‡ 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 | 2013 | $237,279 |
| Paintings | 2012 | $162,447‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $118,714‡ |
| Paintings | 2013 | $98,777‡ |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $802 |

‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.

The highest recorded result in each medium. The full sale history is in the OpeningBid app (free sign-up).

## Frequently asked questions

### What is a Chen Zizhuang worth?

Across 367 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Chen Zizhuang work is $6,362. The median Chen Zizhuang painting sells for $6,907 across 126 lots. The median Chen Zizhuang work on paper sells for $5,730 across 40 lots. The median Chen Zizhuang print sells for $802 across 1 lots. Small (under 50 cm) Chen Zizhuang paintings typically sell for $3,999–$54,045 (the middle half of 83 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).

### What is the average price of a Chen Zizhuang painting?

Based on 126 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Chen Zizhuang painting is $6,907. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).

### What is Chen Zizhuang's most expensive painting?

The highest price recorded at auction for a Chen Zizhuang painting is $162,447. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.

### What is the average price of a Chen Zizhuang work on paper?

Based on 40 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Chen Zizhuang work on paper is $5,730. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).

### What is Chen Zizhuang's most expensive work on paper?

The highest price recorded at auction for a Chen Zizhuang work on paper is $237,279.

### What is the average price of a small Chen Zizhuang painting?

Based on 83 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Chen Zizhuang painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $24,694, 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 small Chen Zizhuang work on paper?

Based on 18 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Chen Zizhuang work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $3,537, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).

### What is Chen Zizhuang's auction record?

Chen Zizhuang's auction record is $797,648, set in 2015. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.

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Data last updated 2026-11-02. OpeningBid tracks 15,390,829 auction lots from 577 auction houses, refreshed nightly.

Cite this page as: OpeningBid, “Chen Zizhuang auction prices”, https://www.openingbid.art/artist/chen-zizhuang (updated 2026-11-02).

Historical auction data, not investment advice. Prices are premium-inclusive USD where the buyer's premium is recorded. Figures marked † are hammer prices (buyer's premium not included); ‡ marks a price whose basis is not yet verified. Non-USD results are converted at the sale month's rate.