Fang (1931–2012)
What is Fang’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 30 auction results for Fang at 8 houses since 2005. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,582 including buyer’s premium (middle half $926–$3,458, n=8). The auction record is $1,984,512 for Figure de reliquaire (2013, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Figure de reliquaire, XIXe siècle | Reliquary figure | $1,984,512 | Sotheby's | Dec 2013 |
| 2 | Magnifique tête | — | $970,163 | Sotheby's | Dec 2008 |
| 3 | Importante statue | — | $538,559 | Sotheby's | Dec 2008 |
| 4 | Statue | Statue | $448,888 | Sotheby's | Dec 2015 |
| 5 | Reliquary Figure | Copper | $272,712 | Sotheby's | Dec 2024 |
| 6 | Cuiller | Spoon | $210,044 | Sotheby's | Dec 2014 |
| 7 | Belle statue | — | $114,527 | Sotheby's | Dec 2008 |
| 8 | Beau et ancien masque | Mask | $86,502 | Sotheby's | Jun 2007 |
| 9 | Masque, 2006 | Tin | $57,157 | Sotheby's | Jan 2016 |
| 10 | Bursting 06, 2022 | Acrylic, oil pastel and spray paint on canvas | $51,771 | Sotheby's | Apr 2023 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 19 | $3,458 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 13 | $3,458 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 30 results from 8 houses · How we compute these figures
Fang is a Chinese artist with 49 auction lots recorded since 2005, median price $4,012. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Fang sold in 2024 for $272,712, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
See the full Fang record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
View Fang on OpeningBid →What is a Fang work worth?
Across 30 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Fang work is $4,012.
The median Fang sculpture sells for $1,064 across 9 lots.
The median Fang painting sells for $27,891 across 2 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 | — | — | 0% | — |
| Paintings | 2 | $27,891‡ | $51,771 | — | 2023-04-06 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 11 | $1,064 | $448,888 | 81.8% | 2026-08-11 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 7 | $448,888 | $2M | — | 2024-12-12 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Sculpture & Installation
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 8 | $878–$14,843 | $1,264 | $448,888 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2015 | $448,888 |
| Paintings | 2023 | $51,771 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2016 | $42,311 |
| Paintings | 2021 | $4,012‡ |
‡ 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 Fang worth?
Across 30 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Fang work is $4,012. The median Fang sculpture sells for $1,064 across 9 lots. The median Fang painting sells for $27,891 across 2 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Fang sculpture?
Based on 9 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Fang sculpture is $1,064.
What is Fang's most expensive sculpture?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Fang sculpture is $448,888.
What is Fang's auction record?
Fang's auction record is $1,984,512, set in 2013.
See the full Fang record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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