> Source: https://www.openingbid.art/artist/fang-jizhong · updated 2026-11-03

# Fang Jizhong (1923–1987)

## What is Fang Jizhong’s work worth? {#value}

As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 145 auction results for Fang Jizhong at 15 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $646 including buyer’s premium (middle half $409–$4,370, n=10). The auction record is $330,117 for Goats in the Autumn Woods (2014, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.

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

| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Goats in the Autumn Woods, 1986 | Ink and colour on paper, handscroll | $330,117 | Sotheby's | Oct 2014 |
| 2 | Various Subjects, 1923 | Ink | $175,738 | Christie's | Nov 2018 |
| 3 | Mountain Hua, 1923 | Scroll, mounted and framed, ink and colour on paper | $56,201 | Christie's | Aug 2023 |
| 4 | 行书七言联、天山巡医 | 水墨纸本、设色纸本 | $35,921 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Nov 2021 |
| 5 | Spring in the Sea of Sand, 1987年作 | 设色纸本 | $35,707 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2006 |
| 6 | Jing Xin | 设色纸本 | $34,334 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2006 |
| 7 | HERDING | Ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll | $24,193 | Sotheby's | Oct 2009 |
| 8 | Four Seasons Scenery (Six Frames), 1982年作 | 设色纸本 | $20,319 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2012 |
| 9 | 鸟语花香又一春, 1985年作 | 水墨纸本 | $19,227 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2006 |
| 10 | Scenery of Four Seasons, 1973-1977 | Ink and color on paper | $18,552 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Sep 2021 |


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

| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 10 | $8,072 |
| Paintings | 21 | $3,056 |
| Other | 14 | $2,574 |

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

| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 22 | $2,747 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 11 | $2,669 |

Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 145 results from 15 houses · [How we compute these figures](https://www.openingbid.art/methodology/price-data)


Fang Jizhong is a Chinese artist with 232 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $3,210. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.

A work by Fang Jizhong sold in 2026 for $7,661, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

## What is a Fang Jizhong work worth?

Across 145 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Fang Jizhong work is $3,210.

The median Fang Jizhong painting sells for $3,477 across 51 lots.

The median Fang Jizhong work on paper sells for $6,184 across 14 lots.

The median Fang Jizhong photograph sells for $5,136 across 2 lots.

Medium (50–120 cm) Fang Jizhong paintings typically sell for $770–$12,402 (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 | 53 | $3,477‡ | $59,868‡ | 96.2% | 2026-04-28 |
| Works on Paper | 14 | $6,184‡ | $330,117 | — | 2025-08-10 |
| Photography | 2 | $5,136‡ | $5,136‡ | — | 2025-06-07 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 6 | $78,086‡ | $330,117 | — | 2023-08-29 |

‡ 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) | 16 | $1,092–$5,569‡ | $2,053‡ | $34,334 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 25 | $770–$12,402‡ | $5,376‡ | $59,868‡ |

‡ 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 | $2,319–$10,793 | $5,350 | $175,738 |

Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.

## Notable results

| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2014 | $330,117 |
| Works on Paper | 2018 | $175,738 |
| Paintings | 2020 | $59,868‡ |
| Paintings | 2006 | $34,334 |
| Photography | 2025 | $5,136‡ |

‡ 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 Fang Jizhong worth?

Across 145 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Fang Jizhong work is $3,210. The median Fang Jizhong painting sells for $3,477 across 51 lots. The median Fang Jizhong work on paper sells for $6,184 across 14 lots. The median Fang Jizhong photograph sells for $5,136 across 2 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Fang Jizhong paintings typically sell for $770–$12,402 (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 Fang Jizhong painting?

Based on 51 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Fang Jizhong painting is $3,477. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).

### What is Fang Jizhong's most expensive painting?

The highest price recorded at auction for a Fang Jizhong painting is $59,868. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.

### What is the average price of a Fang Jizhong work on paper?

Based on 14 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Fang Jizhong work on paper is $6,184. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).

### What is Fang Jizhong's most expensive work on paper?

The highest price recorded at auction for a Fang Jizhong work on paper is $330,117.

### What is the average price of a medium Fang Jizhong painting?

Based on 25 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Fang Jizhong painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $5,376, 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 Fang Jizhong painting?

Based on 16 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Fang Jizhong painting (small (under 50 cm)) is $2,053, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).

### What is Fang Jizhong's auction record?

Fang Jizhong's auction record is $330,117, set in 2014.

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Data last updated 2026-11-03. OpeningBid tracks 15,596,131 auction lots from 579 auction houses, refreshed nightly.

Cite this page as: OpeningBid, “Fang Jizhong auction prices”, https://www.openingbid.art/artist/fang-jizhong (updated 2026-11-03).

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.