Lin Kai (1924–2006)
Lin Kai is a Chinese artist with 36 auction lots recorded since 2005, median price $1,668. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Lin Kai is recorded as sold in 2021 for $1,884; whether the price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Lin Kai on OpeningBid →What is a Lin Kai work worth?
Across 28 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Lin Kai work is $1,668.
The median Lin Kai painting sells for $1,926 across 10 lots.
The median Lin Kai work on paper sells for $1,094 across 7 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 | 10 | $1,926‡ | $4,557‡ | — | 2021-05-17 |
| Works on Paper | 8 | $1,094‡ | $1,477‡ | 87.5% | 2020-12-03 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2012 | $4,557‡ |
| Paintings | 2019 | $2,616 |
| Works on Paper | 2010 | $1,477‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2012 | $1,458‡ |
‡ 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 Lin Kai worth?
Across 28 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Lin Kai work is $1,668. The median Lin Kai painting sells for $1,926 across 10 lots. The median Lin Kai work on paper sells for $1,094 across 7 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Lin Kai's auction record?
Lin Kai's auction record is $4,557, set in 2012. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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