> Source: https://www.openingbid.art/artist/irene-chou · updated 2026-11-02

# Irene Chou (1924–2011)

## What is Irene Chou’s work worth? {#value}

As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 59 auction results for Irene Chou at 6 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $6,167 including buyer’s premium (middle half $5,277–$7,269, n=7). The auction record is $56,109 for Abstract (2021, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.

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

| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abstract, 1924 | Ink | $56,109 | Christie's | Nov 2021 |
| 2 | Untitled (ink and colour on paper), 1990 | Ink | $51,320 | Christie's | May 2017 |
| 3 | Untitled (ink and colour on paper), horizontal scroll, 1924 | Ink | $48,386 | Christie's | Nov 2015 |
| 4 | Untitled (ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll), 1992 | Ink | $48,352 | Christie's | Nov 2016 |
| 5 | Infinity Landscape, 1924 | Ink | $44,905 | Christie's | May 2017 |
| 6 | Untitled (ink and colour on paper), 1924 | Ink | $44,589 | Christie's | May 2019 |
| 7 | Abstract, 1992 | Ink | $38,490 | Christie's | May 2017 |
| 8 | Sunset in Autumn, 1924 | Ink | $35,269 | Christie's | Nov 2021 |
| 9 | Abstract, 1924 | Ink | $32,234 | Christie's | Nov 2016 |
| 10 | The Universe in My Mind, 1924 | Ink | $30,598 | Christie's | May 2021 |


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

| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 46 | $12,114 |
| Paintings | 8 | $9,613 |

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

| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 19 | $16,052 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 12 | $10,099 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 23 | $9,613 |

Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 59 results from 6 houses · [How we compute these figures](https://www.openingbid.art/methodology/price-data)


Irene Chou is a Chinese artist with 69 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $10,458. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.

A work by Irene Chou sold in 2022 for $11,330, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

## What is a Irene Chou work worth?

Across 59 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Irene Chou work is $10,458.

The median Irene Chou work on paper sells for $11,294 across 48 lots.

The median Irene Chou painting sells for $6,472 across 5 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 | 8 | $6,472 | $9,613 | 62.5% | 2024-11-29 |
| Works on Paper | 53 | $11,294‡ | $56,109 | 90.6% | 2025-07-10 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $51,320 | $56,109 | — | 2021-11-30 |

‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 11 | $2,355–$14,098‡ | $6,436‡ | $38,490 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 18 | $7,044–$13,443 | $10,066 | $32,234 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 18 | $11,276–$44,826 | $17,608 | $56,109 |

‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $56,109 |
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $51,320 |
| Paintings | 2017 | $9,613 |
| Paintings | 2017 | $9,613 |

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 Irene Chou worth?

Across 59 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Irene Chou work is $10,458. The median Irene Chou work on paper sells for $11,294 across 48 lots. The median Irene Chou painting sells for $6,472 across 5 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).

### What is the average price of a Irene Chou work on paper?

Based on 48 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Irene Chou work on paper is $11,294. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).

### What is Irene Chou's most expensive work on paper?

The highest price recorded at auction for a Irene Chou work on paper is $56,109.

### What is the average price of a medium Irene Chou work on paper?

Based on 18 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Irene Chou work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $10,066, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

### What is the average price of a large Irene Chou work on paper?

Based on 18 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Irene Chou work on paper (large (over 120 cm)) is $17,608, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

### What is Irene Chou's auction record?

Irene Chou's auction record is $56,109, set in 2021.

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Data last updated 2026-11-02. OpeningBid tracks 15,390,829 auction lots from 577 auction houses, refreshed nightly.

Cite this page as: OpeningBid, “Irene Chou auction prices”, https://www.openingbid.art/artist/irene-chou (updated 2026-11-02).

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.