Li Qiujun (1899–1973)
What is Li Qiujun’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 66 auction results for Li Qiujun at 12 houses since 1996. Over the last 24 months the median price was $600 including buyer’s premium (middle half $428–$6,741, n=9). The auction record is $35,463 for WHITE PLUM BLOSSOMS AND CAMELLIA (2013, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | WHITE PLUM BLOSSOMS AND CAMELLIA, 1956 | Ink and colour on paper, framed | $35,463 | Sotheby's | Oct 2013 |
| 2 | Court Ladies Preparing Newly Woven Silk, 1939 | Ink and colour on silk | $32,043 | Bonhams | Nov 2017 |
| 3 | Scenery of the Jialing River, 1956 | Ink and colour on paper, framed | $21,244 | Sotheby's | Apr 2026 |
| 4 | SCHOLAR UNDER THE PINE, 1962 | Ink on paper, hanging scroll | $20,898 | Sotheby's | Apr 2011 |
| 5 | 大好河山, 1956 | — | $11,433 | Duoyunxuan Auction (上海朵云轩拍卖) | Dec 2025 |
| 6 | 碧萝湖公园, 1958 | Hanging scroll | $6,741 | Duoyunxuan Auction (上海朵云轩拍卖) | Jul 2025 |
| 7 | Dongli Qiuying Qiuse Fu, 1927 | 设色纸本 、水墨纸本 | $4,380 | China Guardian (中国嘉德) | Oct 2015 |
| 8 | The Offering Goddess, 1940 | Ink and color on paper | $3,825 | Bonhams | Sep 2019 |
| 9 | 松荫高士·楷书节临《圣教序》, 1947 | 设色纸本、水墨纸本 | $3,504 | China Guardian (中国嘉德) | Oct 2015 |
| 10 | Chrysanthemums and Bees, 1899 | Scroll, mounted and framed, ink on paper | $2,125 | Christie's | Nov 2003 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 5 | $3,825 |
| Works on paper | 7 | $2,125 |
| Other | 9 | $1,742 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $2,125 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 6 | $1,065 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 66 results from 12 houses · How we compute these figures
Li Qiujun is a Chinese artist with 80 auction lots recorded since 1995, median price $2,133. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Li Qiujun sold in 2026 for $21,244, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Li Qiujun on OpeningBid →What is a Li Qiujun work worth?
Across 66 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Li Qiujun work is $2,133.
The median Li Qiujun painting sells for $3,192 across 15 lots.
The median Li Qiujun work on paper sells for $2,815 across 10 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 | — | — | — | 2010-08-20 |
| Paintings | 15 | $3,192‡ | $35,463 | — | 2026-09-12 |
| Works on Paper | 11 | $2,815‡ | $32,043 | 90.9% | 2026-09-11 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 5 | $532–$6,434‡ | $3,192‡ | $21,244 |
‡ 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 | 2013 | $35,463 |
| Paintings | 2020 | $33,651‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $32,043 |
| Works on Paper | 2011 | $20,898 |
‡ 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 Li Qiujun worth?
Across 66 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Li Qiujun work is $2,133. The median Li Qiujun painting sells for $3,192 across 15 lots. The median Li Qiujun work on paper sells for $2,815 across 10 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Li Qiujun painting?
Based on 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Li Qiujun painting is $3,192. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Li Qiujun's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Li Qiujun painting is $35,463.
What is the average price of a Li Qiujun work on paper?
Based on 10 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Li Qiujun work on paper is $2,815. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Li Qiujun's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Li Qiujun work on paper is $32,043.
What is Li Qiujun's auction record?
Li Qiujun's auction record is $79,628, set in 2016. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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