Lin Ximing (b. 1925)
Lin Ximing is a Chinese artist with 300 auction lots recorded since 1994, median price $1,809. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Lin Ximing sold in 2024 for $2,371, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Lin Ximing on OpeningBid →What is a Lin Ximing work worth?
Across 261 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Lin Ximing work is $1,809.
The median Lin Ximing painting sells for $1,632 across 31 lots.
The median Lin Ximing work on paper sells for $295 across 4 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 | — | — | — | 2012-09-21 |
| Paintings | 34 | $1,632‡ | $3,377‡ | 91.2% | 2024-09-03 |
| Works on Paper | 5 | $295 | $361 | 80% | 2026-04-24 |
| Photography | 3 | — | — | — | 2021-12-30 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $5,569‡ | $13,204‡ | — | 2023-10-15 |
‡ 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) | 11 | $626–$1,968‡ | $1,454‡ | $2,779 |
‡ 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 | $3,377‡ |
| Paintings | 2007 | $3,224‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $361 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $230 |
‡ 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 Ximing worth?
Across 261 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Lin Ximing work is $1,809. The median Lin Ximing painting sells for $1,632 across 31 lots. The median Lin Ximing work on paper sells for $295 across 4 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Lin Ximing painting?
Based on 31 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Lin Ximing painting is $1,632. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Lin Ximing's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Lin Ximing painting is $3,377. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a medium Lin Ximing painting?
Based on 11 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Lin Ximing painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,454, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Lin Ximing's auction record?
Lin Ximing's auction record is $13,204, set in 2015. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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