Matthew Wong (1984–2019)
What is Matthew Wong’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 98 auction results for Matthew Wong at 7 houses since 2020. Over the last 24 months the median price was $660,400 including buyer’s premium (middle half $315,000–$1,810,547, n=9). The auction record is $5,340,000 for Green Room (2022, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Green Room, 2017 | Oil paint | $5,340,000 | Christie's | May 2022 |
| 2 | River at Dusk, 2018 | Oil paint | $4,871,340 | Phillips | Dec 2020 |
| 3 | River at Dusk | Painting | $4,871,340 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Dec 2020 |
| 4 | Figure in a Night Landscape, 2017 | Oil paint | $4,710,367 | Phillips | Jun 2021 |
| 5 | Figure in a Night Landscape | Painting | $4,710,367 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Jun 2021 |
| 6 | The Road, 2018 | Oil paint | $4,604,464 | Phillips | Mar 2023 |
| 7 | Shangri-La, 2017 | Oil paint | $4,470,000 | Christie's | Oct 2020 |
| 8 | Night 1, 2018 | Oil paint | $4,164,000 | Christie's | Nov 2023 |
| 9 | NIGHT 2, 2018 | Oil paint | $3,895,406 | Christie's | May 2021 |
| 10 | Untitled (oil on canvas), 2017 | Oil paint | $3,753,159 | Christie's | Mar 2021 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 70 | $1,102,795 |
| Works on paper | 11 | $163,800 |
| Other | 16 | $91,824 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 29 | $2,716,701 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 47 | $444,500 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 18 | $119,700 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 98 results from 7 houses · How we compute these figures
Matthew Wong is a Chinese artist with 112 auction lots recorded since 2020, median price $609,600.
A work by Matthew Wong sold in 2026 for $1,810,547, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Matthew Wong on OpeningBid →What is a Matthew Wong work worth?
Across 98 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Matthew Wong work is $609,600.
The median Matthew Wong painting sells for $1,252,100 across 71 lots.
The median Matthew Wong work on paper sells for $129,927 across 19 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Matthew Wong paintings typically sell for $357,648–$1,425,448 (the middle half of 37 sold lots).
Large (over 120 cm) Matthew Wong paintings typically sell for $1,602,938–$4,164,000 (the middle half of 29 sold lots).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 71 | $1.3M | $5.3M | — | 2026-06-24 |
| Works on Paper | 19 | $129,927 | $513,222 | — | 2025-11-19 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 84 | $856,450 | $5.3M | — | 2026-06-24 |
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $189,000–$609,600 | $526,670 | $744,442 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 37 | $357,648–$1.4M | $567,000 | $3.7M |
| large (over 120 cm) | 29 | $1.6M–$4.2M | $2.7M | $5.3M |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 9 | $113,400–$163,800 | $126,000 | $513,222 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 10 | $91,621–$224,575 | $158,714 | $306,394 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2022 | $5.3M |
| Paintings | 2020 | $4.9M |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $513,222 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $325,135 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Matthew Wong worth?
Across 98 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Matthew Wong work is $609,600. The median Matthew Wong painting sells for $1,252,100 across 71 lots. The median Matthew Wong work on paper sells for $129,927 across 19 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Matthew Wong paintings typically sell for $357,648–$1,425,448 (the middle half of 37 sold lots). Large (over 120 cm) Matthew Wong paintings typically sell for $1,602,938–$4,164,000 (the middle half of 29 sold lots).
What is the average price of a Matthew Wong painting?
Based on 71 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Matthew Wong painting is $1,252,100.
What is Matthew Wong's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Matthew Wong painting is $5,340,000.
What is the average price of a Matthew Wong work on paper?
Based on 19 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Matthew Wong work on paper is $129,927.
What is Matthew Wong's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Matthew Wong work on paper is $513,222.
What is the average price of a medium Matthew Wong painting?
Based on 37 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Matthew Wong painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $567,000, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a large Matthew Wong painting?
Based on 29 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Matthew Wong painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $2,716,701, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Matthew Wong's auction record?
Matthew Wong's auction record is $5,340,000, set in 2022.
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