Liang Yan (1710–1788)
What is Liang Yan’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 60 auction results for Liang Yan at 8 houses since 2002. Over the last 24 months the median price was $4,062 including buyer’s premium (middle half $3,522–$4,575, n=5). The auction record is $235,319 for 大山深处 镜心 (2010, Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖)). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 大山深处 镜心, 2009年作 | 设色纸本 | $235,319 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2010 |
| 2 | Figures in the Naadam Festival, 1981 | Ink and color on paper | $14,398 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2025 |
| 3 | Calligraphy in Running Script, 1774 | Ink on paper, hanging scroll | $11,380 | Sotheby's | Oct 2020 |
| 4 | 少女 镜心 | 设色纸本 | $7,516 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Mar 2006 |
| 5 | Two Generations, Mirror Heart | 设色纸本 | $6,604 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2017 |
| 6 | 三国人物绣像, 1987年作 | 设色纸本 | $5,859 | Beijing Rongbao Auction (北京荣宝拍卖) | Nov 2009 |
| 7 | 丽人行, 1987年作 | 设色纸本 | $5,713 | Beijing Rongbao Auction (北京荣宝拍卖) | Nov 2009 |
| 8 | Poems in Running Script | Ink on paper, a set of four hanging scrolls | $4,575 | Sotheby's | Jun 2026 |
| 9 | 少女, 1990 | 设色纸本 (color on paper) | $4,062 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Nov 2025 |
| 10 | Arhats | 设色纸本 | $3,990 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jan 2014 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 5 | $5,713 |
| Paintings | 7 | $3,990 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 8 | $5,786 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 6 | $2,587 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 60 results from 8 houses · How we compute these figures
Liang Yan is a Chinese artist with 89 auction lots recorded since 1993, median price $4,062. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Liang Yan sold in 2026 for $4,575, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Liang Yan on OpeningBid →What is a Liang Yan work worth?
Across 60 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Liang Yan work is $4,062.
The median Liang Yan painting sells for $5,969 across 24 lots.
The median Liang Yan work on paper sells for $11,380 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 | 26 | $5,969‡ | $245,975‡ | 92.3% | 2025-11-27 |
| Works on Paper | 5 | $11,380‡ | $299,342‡ | — | 2026-06-16 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 6 | $199,979‡ | $299,342‡ | — | 2020-10-16 |
‡ 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) | 14 | $1,346–$6,311‡ | $2,757‡ | $164,638‡ |
| large (over 120 cm) | 10 | $6,504–$105,865‡ | $27,516‡ | $245,975‡ |
‡ 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 | 2020 | $299,342‡ |
| Paintings | 2010 | $245,975‡ |
| Paintings | 2010 | $235,319 |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $14,398 |
‡ 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 Liang Yan worth?
Across 60 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Liang Yan work is $4,062. The median Liang Yan painting sells for $5,969 across 24 lots. The median Liang Yan work on paper sells for $11,380 across 5 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Liang Yan painting?
Based on 24 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Liang Yan painting is $5,969. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Liang Yan's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Liang Yan painting is $245,975. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a medium Liang Yan painting?
Based on 14 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Liang Yan painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $2,757, 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 large Liang Yan painting?
Based on 10 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Liang Yan painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $27,516, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Liang Yan's auction record?
Liang Yan's auction record is $299,342, set in 2020. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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