Gao Yehou (1878–1952)
What is Gao Yehou’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 122 auction results for Gao Yehou at 9 houses since 1995. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,462 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,576–$3,390, n=9). The auction record is $22,056 for 愿与梅花共百年 (2026, China Guardian (中国嘉德)). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 愿与梅花共百年, 1937 | Shoushan Fuyong stone seal with animal knob | $22,056 | China Guardian (中国嘉德) | May 2026 |
| 2 | A FLAT INKSTONE CARVED WITH PLUM BLOSSOM PATTERN | Inkstone carved with plum blossom pattern, with rosewood and jade lid | $13,678 | Xiling Yinshe Auction (西泠印社拍卖) | Dec 2011 |
| 3 | Shucheng Huanshu Tu, 1934年作 | 设色纸本 | $9,440 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2013 |
| 4 | 清 高野侯铭云纹端砚 | Inkstone | $8,495 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2013 |
| 5 | “天健楼”寿山芙蓉石印章 | Shoushan Fuyong stone seal | $7,020 | China Guardian (中国嘉德) | Nov 2025 |
| 6 | 高野侯刻寿石古兽钮自用闲章 | Shoushan stone | $5,190 | Xiling Yinshe Auction (西泠印社拍卖) | Jun 2016 |
| 7 | 高野侯等刻青田石高野侯、高络园自用印三方 | Qingtians stone seals | $4,755 | Xiling Yinshe Auction (西泠印社拍卖) | Jul 2024 |
| 8 | 高野侯刻青田石自用印四方, 1930年作 | Qingtians stone seals | $4,438 | Xiling Yinshe Auction (西泠印社拍卖) | Jul 2024 |
| 9 | Plum, 1944 | Hanging scroll | $4,388 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Oct 2017 |
| 10 | RED PLUM AND CALLIGRAPHY | Ink and color on paper | $3,390 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Jan 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 24 | $2,668 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 12 | $4,597 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 5 | $1,984 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 122 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
Gao Yehou is a Chinese artist with 132 auction lots recorded since 1995, median price $2,824. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Gao Yehou sold in 2026 for $22,056, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
See the full Gao Yehou record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
View Gao Yehou on OpeningBid →What is a Gao Yehou work worth?
Across 122 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Gao Yehou work is $2,824.
The median Gao Yehou work on paper sells for $2,219 across 18 lots.
The median Gao Yehou sculpture sells for $13,678 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 5 | — | — | — | 2015-10-23 |
| Works on Paper | 18 | $2,219‡ | $3,390 | — | 2025-01-13 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2 | $13,678 | $13,678 | — | 2011-12-30 |
‡ 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) | 5 | $1,708–$2,219‡ | $1,984‡ | $3,390 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpture & Installation | 2011 | $13,678 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $3,390 |
| Works on Paper | 2014 | $2,939‡ |
‡ 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 Gao Yehou worth?
Across 122 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Gao Yehou work is $2,824. The median Gao Yehou work on paper sells for $2,219 across 18 lots. The median Gao Yehou sculpture sells for $13,678 across 2 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Gao Yehou work on paper?
Based on 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Gao Yehou work on paper is $2,219. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Gao Yehou's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Gao Yehou work on paper is $3,390.
What is Gao Yehou's auction record?
Gao Yehou's auction record is $22,056, set in 2026.
See the full Gao Yehou record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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