Cui Ruzhuo (b. 1944)
What is Cui Ruzhuo’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 317 auction results for Cui Ruzhuo at 13 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $8,359 including buyer’s premium (middle half $3,266–$16,489, n=36). The auction record is $33,191,368 for 飞雪伴春 镜心 (2016, Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣)). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 飞雪伴春 镜心, 2013 | — | $33,191,368 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Apr 2016 |
| 2 | 葳蕤雪意江南 镜心, 2013 | — | $24,568,095 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Apr 2015 |
| 3 | 听声 镜心, 2013 | — | $18,806,799 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Oct 2017 |
| 4 | 秋烟漠漠雨蒙蒙 镜心, 2010 | — | $16,233,212 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Apr 2017 |
| 5 | 秋风摇翠 镜心, 2016 | — | $15,701,132 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Oct 2016 |
| 6 | 山水 四屏镜心, 2013 | Four-panel screen | $14,205,057 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Oct 2015 |
| 7 | 百开团扇 百开团扇镜心 （一百选三十六）, 2013 | Round fan | $13,236,251 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Oct 2014 |
| 8 | 寒江飞雪, 2017 | 镜心 | $8,513,928 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Apr 2018 |
| 9 | Flying Snow Accompanying Spring, 2013年作 | 设色纸本 | $6,324,985 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2019 |
| 10 | 山涧晓雪, 2013 | 镜心 | $6,018,176 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Oct 2017 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 149 | $612,764 |
| Paintings | 62 | $76,057 |
| Works on paper | 29 | $17,721 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 21 | $15,377 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 28 | $11,149 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 317 results from 13 houses · How we compute these figures
Cui Ruzhuo is a Chinese artist with 332 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $261,345. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Cui Ruzhuo is recorded as sold in 2024 for $1,898,914; 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 Cui Ruzhuo on OpeningBid →What is a Cui Ruzhuo work worth?
Across 317 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Cui Ruzhuo work is $261,345.
The median Cui Ruzhuo painting sells for $30,201 across 93 lots.
The median Cui Ruzhuo work on paper sells for $24,395 across 42 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Cui Ruzhuo paintings typically sell for $5,344–$22,681 (the middle half of 36 sold lots).
Large (over 120 cm) Cui Ruzhuo work on papers typically sell for $5,610–$120,504 (the middle half of 25 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 93 | $30,201‡ | $20.4M‡ | — | 2026-07-20 |
| Works on Paper | 42 | $24,395‡ | $22.5M‡ | — | 2026-07-20 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 204 | $612,764‡ | $37.1M‡ | — | 2024-06-21 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 8 | $3,214–$53,922‡ | $8,050‡ | $531,878‡ |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 36 | $5,344–$22,681‡ | $13,533‡ | $2.2M‡ |
| large (over 120 cm) | 15 | $14,412–$340,714‡ | $29,686‡ | $20.4M‡ |
‡ 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) | 9 | $5,875–$11,198‡ | $7,899‡ | $218,504 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 25 | $5,610–$120,504‡ | $23,613‡ | $22.5M‡ |
‡ 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 | 2020 | $22.5M‡ |
| Paintings | 2017 | $20.4M‡ |
| Paintings | 2019 | $6.3M |
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $2.4M |
‡ 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 Cui Ruzhuo worth?
Across 317 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Cui Ruzhuo work is $261,345. The median Cui Ruzhuo painting sells for $30,201 across 93 lots. The median Cui Ruzhuo work on paper sells for $24,395 across 42 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Cui Ruzhuo paintings typically sell for $5,344–$22,681 (the middle half of 36 sold lots). Large (over 120 cm) Cui Ruzhuo work on papers typically sell for $5,610–$120,504 (the middle half of 25 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Cui Ruzhuo painting?
Based on 93 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Cui Ruzhuo painting is $30,201. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Cui Ruzhuo's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Cui Ruzhuo painting is $20,350,921. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a Cui Ruzhuo work on paper?
Based on 42 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Cui Ruzhuo work on paper is $24,395. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Cui Ruzhuo's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Cui Ruzhuo work on paper is $22,450,687. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a medium Cui Ruzhuo painting?
Based on 36 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Cui Ruzhuo painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $13,533, 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 Cui Ruzhuo work on paper?
Based on 25 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Cui Ruzhuo work on paper (large (over 120 cm)) is $23,613, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Cui Ruzhuo's auction record?
Cui Ruzhuo's auction record is $37,111,254, set in 2017. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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