Empress Dowager Cixi (1835–1908)
What is Empress Dowager Cixi’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 26 auction results for Empress Dowager Cixi at 11 houses since 1997. Over the last 24 months the median price was $25,931 including buyer’s premium (middle half $14,710–$27,786, n=5). The auction record is $96,309 for Grapes (2022, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grapes, 1835 | Ink | $96,309 | Christie's | May 2022 |
| 2 | Peonies, 1835 | Burlap | $81,250 | Christie's | Sep 2017 |
| 3 | Chrysanthemum and Rock, 1835 | Ink | $45,485 | Christie's | Apr 2025 |
| 4 | Longevity, 1835 | Burlap | $27,786 | Christie's | Oct 2025 |
| 5 | Longevity Peaches, 1904 | Ink and colour on paper | $25,931 | Christie's | Apr 2026 |
| 6 | 一统万年 | Hanging scroll | $24,568 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Apr 2015 |
| 7 | Calligraphy in Caoshu | Ink on gold-flecked red paper, hanging scroll | $21,081 | Sotheby's | Apr 2024 |
| 8 | Felicitous Calligraphy, 1835 | Ink | $20,000 | Christie's | Mar 2018 |
| 9 | Peonies, 1835 | Burlap | $14,710 | Christie's | Oct 2025 |
| 10 | Shou, 1835 | Ink | $12,869 | Christie's | Jun 2023 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 6 | $23,506 |
| Other | 8 | $13,468 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $21,081 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 7 | $20,000 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 26 results from 11 houses · How we compute these figures
Empress Dowager Cixi is a Chinese artist with 31 auction lots recorded since 1997, median price $12,869. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Empress Dowager Cixi sold in 2026 for $13,870, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
See the full Empress Dowager Cixi record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
View Empress Dowager Cixi on OpeningBid →What is a Empress Dowager Cixi work worth?
Across 26 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Empress Dowager Cixi work is $12,869.
The median Empress Dowager Cixi work on paper sells for $20,541 across 13 lots.
The median Empress Dowager Cixi painting sells for $185 across 1 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 | 2 | $185‡ | $185‡ | 50% | 2013-01-20 |
| Works on Paper | 13 | $20,541 | $96,309 | — | 2026-10-27 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $12,920–$26,859 | $20,000 | $81,250 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $13,119–$39,384 | $17,475 | $96,309 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $96,309 |
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $81,250 |
| Paintings | 2013 | $185 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Empress Dowager Cixi worth?
Across 26 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Empress Dowager Cixi work is $12,869. The median Empress Dowager Cixi work on paper sells for $20,541 across 13 lots. The median Empress Dowager Cixi painting sells for $185 across 1 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Empress Dowager Cixi work on paper?
Based on 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Empress Dowager Cixi work on paper is $20,541.
What is Empress Dowager Cixi's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Empress Dowager Cixi work on paper is $96,309.
What is Empress Dowager Cixi's auction record?
Empress Dowager Cixi's auction record is $96,309, set in 2022.
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