Chen Lü (1935–2004)
What is Chen Lü’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 142 auction results for Chen Lü at 11 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,698 including buyer’s premium (middle half $533–$2,973, n=23). The auction record is $112,639 for Li Taibai Drinking and Singing (2015, Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣)). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Li Taibai Drinking and Singing, 1988 | Mirror center (镜心) | $112,639 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Oct 2015 |
| 2 | Three Friends (三友图), 1994年作 | 设色纸本 | $56,766 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2011 |
| 3 | LEISURELY CHATTING AT THE PARK, 1991 | Ink and colour on paper, framed | $51,583 | Sotheby's | Oct 2013 |
| 4 | Gao Xian Yi Xing Tu, 1993 | Color on paper | $47,841 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Feb 2023 |
| 5 | 鸣禽图, 1993年作 | 设色纸本 | $46,122 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2011 |
| 6 | Drunken Zhong Kui, 1991 | Ink and colour on paper, framed | $38,683 | Sotheby's | Apr 2014 |
| 7 | 霜林醉酒图, 1990年作 | 设色纸本 | $36,979 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2010 |
| 8 | Zui Gui Tu, 1994年作 | 设色纸本 | $35,479 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2011 |
| 9 | 醉饮图, 1997年作 | 设色纸本 | $35,479 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2011 |
| 10 | 消夏图 | 设色纸本 | $30,738 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Aug 2012 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 22 | $18,310 |
| Other | 14 | $3,925 |
| Works on paper | 15 | $1,896 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 36 | $4,104 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 142 results from 11 houses · How we compute these figures
Chen Lü is a Chinese artist with 207 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $14,470. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Chen Lü sold in 2023 for $47,841, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Chen Lü on OpeningBid →What is a Chen Lü work worth?
Across 142 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Chen Lü work is $14,470.
The median Chen Lü painting sells for $18,880 across 74 lots.
The median Chen Lü work on paper sells for $2,418 across 19 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Chen Lü paintings typically sell for $4,807–$29,781 (the middle half of 58 sold 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 | 74 | $18,880‡ | $302,471‡ | — | 2025-12-17 |
| Works on Paper | 19 | $2,418‡ | $47,841 | — | 2026-07-20 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 6 | $163,074‡ | $1.6M‡ | — | 2015-10-05 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 7 | $11,461–$24,564‡ | $16,972‡ | $32,026‡ |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 58 | $4,807–$29,781‡ | $19,470‡ | $56,936‡ |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 14 | $694–$4,537‡ | $1,822‡ | $47,841 |
‡ 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 | 2011 | $302,471‡ |
| Paintings | 2011 | $213,509‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $47,841 |
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $37,418‡ |
‡ 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 Chen Lü worth?
Across 142 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Chen Lü work is $14,470. The median Chen Lü painting sells for $18,880 across 74 lots. The median Chen Lü work on paper sells for $2,418 across 19 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Chen Lü paintings typically sell for $4,807–$29,781 (the middle half of 58 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Chen Lü painting?
Based on 74 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Chen Lü painting is $18,880. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Chen Lü's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Chen Lü painting is $302,471. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a Chen Lü work on paper?
Based on 19 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Chen Lü work on paper is $2,418. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Chen Lü's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Chen Lü work on paper is $47,841.
What is the average price of a medium Chen Lü painting?
Based on 58 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Chen Lü painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $19,470, 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 medium Chen Lü work on paper?
Based on 14 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Chen Lü work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,822, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Chen Lü's auction record?
Chen Lü's auction record is $1,565,732, set in 2011. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
See the full Chen Lü record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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