Chu De-yi (1871–1942)
What is Chu De-yi’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 66 auction results for Chu De-yi at 9 houses since 2002. Over the last 24 months the median price was $8,343 including buyer’s premium (middle half $5,615–$30,483, n=13). The auction record is $48,131 for A SHOUSHAN STONE SEAL ENGRAVED BY CHU DEYI FOR XI ELU'S PRIVATE USE (2025, Xiling Yinshe Auction (西泠印社拍卖)). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A SHOUSHAN STONE SEAL ENGRAVED BY CHU DEYI FOR XI ELU'S PRIVATE USE, 1915年作 | Shoushan stone | $48,131 | Xiling Yinshe Auction (西泠印社拍卖) | Jul 2025 |
| 2 | Tianhuang stone 'beast' seal engraved for Xi Elu's private use | Tianhuang stone | $43,318 | Xiling Yinshe Auction (西泠印社拍卖) | Jul 2025 |
| 3 | “文彝轩”寿山田黄石自然顶椭圆章 | Shoushan Tianhuang stone seal | $35,511 | China Guardian (中国嘉德) | May 2026 |
| 4 | 褚德彝刻鱼钮田黄石奚鄂庐自用印 | Tianhuang stone | $30,483 | Xiling Yinshe Auction (西泠印社拍卖) | Jul 2025 |
| 5 | Tianhuang stone 'beast' seal engraved for Xi Elu's private use | Tianhuang stone | $17,648 | Xiling Yinshe Auction (西泠印社拍卖) | Jul 2025 |
| 6 | 褚德彝刻田黄石奚鄂庐自用闲章 | Shoushan stone | $9,626 | Xiling Yinshe Auction (西泠印社拍卖) | Jul 2025 |
| 7 | Shoushan stone seal for Zhang Lu'an's private use, 1926年作 | Shoushan stone | $8,718 | Xiling Yinshe Auction (西泠印社拍卖) | Jul 2024 |
| 8 | Shoushan 'Furong' Stone 'Chi' Seal engraved by Chu Deyi for Xi Elu's private use | Shoushan 'Furong' stone | $8,343 | Xiling Yinshe Auction (西泠印社拍卖) | Jul 2025 |
| 9 | Jiao Cui Xuan Bi Ji (Notes of the Pavilion of Intertwined Greenery), four volumes, Qing dynasty | Manuscript | $8,125 | China Sungari International Auction (中贸圣佳国际拍卖) | Dec 2021 |
| 10 | Rubbing of 'Zhou Zeng Bo Bi Fu' Vessel Inscription | Ink on paper | $7,676 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 23 | $3,611 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 11 | $9,626 |
| Large (over 120 cm) | 7 | $1,772 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 66 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
Chu De-yi is a Chinese artist with 79 auction lots recorded since 2002, median price $3,570. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Chu De-yi sold in 2026 for $35,511, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
See the full Chu De-yi record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
View Chu De-yi on OpeningBid →What is a Chu De-yi work worth?
Across 65 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Chu De-yi work is $3,570.
The median Chu De-yi work on paper sells for $2,829 across 14 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 14 | $2,829‡ | $9,951‡ | — | 2025-06-07 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2 | — | — | — | 2012-07-07 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| large (over 120 cm) | 10 | $1,871–$3,295‡ | $2,776‡ | $9,951‡ |
‡ 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 | 2015 | $9,951‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $7,676 |
‡ 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 Chu De-yi worth?
Across 65 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Chu De-yi work is $3,570. The median Chu De-yi work on paper sells for $2,829 across 14 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Chu De-yi work on paper?
Based on 14 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Chu De-yi work on paper is $2,829. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Chu De-yi's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Chu De-yi work on paper is $9,951. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a large Chu De-yi work on paper?
Based on 10 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Chu De-yi work on paper (large (over 120 cm)) is $2,776, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Chu De-yi's auction record?
Chu De-yi's auction record is $48,131, set in 2025.
See the full Chu De-yi record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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