He Tianjian (1891–1977)
What is He Tianjian’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 189 auction results for He Tianjian at 17 houses since 1995. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,021 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,068–$2,779, n=10). The auction record is $453,454 for Cloudy Xiajiang River Gorge (2021, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cloudy Xiajiang River Gorge, 1944 | Ink and colour on paper, framed | $453,454 | Sotheby's | Oct 2021 |
| 2 | Majestic Mountains by River, 1961 | Ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll | $258,856 | Sotheby's | Apr 2023 |
| 3 | The Perfect Pair, 1936 | Ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll | $161,785 | Sotheby's | Apr 2023 |
| 4 | Under the Moonlight, 1942 | Ink and colour on paper, framed | $105,427 | Sotheby's | Oct 2023 |
| 5 | Fishing, 1932 | Ink and colour on paper | $78,167 | Christie's | May 2006 |
| 6 | Ode to the Red Flag, 1961 | Ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll | $56,809 | Sotheby's | Apr 2021 |
| 7 | 尚湖烟泛剑门东·梅兰石图, 1960年作 | 设色纸本 | $52,106 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2010 |
| 8 | 草木春深, 1945 | Ink and color on paper | $22,925 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jul 2022 |
| 9 | Hermitage in the Mountains, 1943 | Ink on paper, hanging scroll | $20,866 | Sotheby's | Oct 2022 |
| 10 | Peach Blossom Spring, 1942 | Ink and color on paper | $16,132 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jul 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 16 | $12,588 |
| Other | 9 | $6,095 |
| Paintings | 6 | $3,199 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 12 | $18,499 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 9 | $4,094 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 189 results from 17 houses · How we compute these figures
He Tianjian is a Chinese artist with 243 auction lots recorded since 1995, median price $5,315. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by He Tianjian sold in 2026 for $16,132, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View He Tianjian on OpeningBid →What is a He Tianjian work worth?
Across 189 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a He Tianjian work is $5,315.
The median He Tianjian work on paper sells for $12,588 across 26 lots.
The median He Tianjian painting sells for $3,456 across 19 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 | 21 | $3,456‡ | $453,454 | 90.5% | 2025-12-19 |
| Works on Paper | 28 | $12,588‡ | $258,856 | 92.9% | 2026-07-20 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $210,320 | $453,454 | — | 2023-10-08 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $2,451–$13,216 | $4,737 | $78,167 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 10 | $11,332–$49,342‡ | $21,896‡ | $258,856 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2021 | $453,454 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $258,856 |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $161,785 |
| Paintings | 2023 | $105,427 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a He Tianjian worth?
Across 189 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a He Tianjian work is $5,315. The median He Tianjian work on paper sells for $12,588 across 26 lots. The median He Tianjian painting sells for $3,456 across 19 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a He Tianjian work on paper?
Based on 26 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a He Tianjian work on paper is $12,588. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is He Tianjian's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a He Tianjian work on paper is $258,856.
What is the average price of a He Tianjian painting?
Based on 19 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a He Tianjian painting is $3,456. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is He Tianjian's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a He Tianjian painting is $453,454.
What is the average price of a medium He Tianjian work on paper?
Based on 10 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium He Tianjian work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $21,896, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is He Tianjian's auction record?
He Tianjian's auction record is $453,454, set in 2021.
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