Ni Yuanlu (1593–1644)
What is Ni Yuanlu’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 87 auction results for Ni Yuanlu at 11 houses since 1997. Over the last 24 months the median price was $77,220 including buyer’s premium (middle half $10,272–$226,895, n=5). The auction record is $643,001 for Spring Day Visiting Friends Outside the City (2020, 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 | Spring Day Visiting Friends Outside the City | Ink on satin | $643,001 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2020 |
| 2 | Five-Character Poems in Running Script, 1898 | Ink | $625,934 | Christie's | Nov 2018 |
| 3 | 草书七言联 对联 | 水墨纸本 | $501,234 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2016 |
| 4 | Five-Character Poem in Running Script, 1844 | Burlap | $389,870 | Christie's | Apr 2025 |
| 5 | Poem in Running-Cursive Script | Ink | $256,915 | Christie's | Dec 2022 |
| 6 | Calligraphy in Running Script | Ink on satin | $226,895 | Christie's | Apr 2026 |
| 7 | Pine and Rock, 1898 | Ink | $208,880 | Christie's | Nov 2016 |
| 8 | 行草七言诗 | Calligraphy (running-cursive script) | $114,307 | China Zhonghongxin International Auction | Dec 2020 |
| 9 | Calligraphy in Running Style, 1885 | Ink on silk | $109,578 | Bonhams | Aug 2023 |
| 10 | Pine and Rock, 1898 | Ink | $108,788 | Christie's | Dec 2023 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 17 | $89,590 |
| Other | 12 | $38,201 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 16 | $99,189 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 6 | $28,066 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 87 results from 11 houses · How we compute these figures
Ni Yuanlu is a Chinese artist with 115 auction lots recorded since 1997, median price $33,397. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Ni Yuanlu sold in 2026 for $226,895, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Ni Yuanlu on OpeningBid →What is a Ni Yuanlu work worth?
Across 87 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ni Yuanlu work is $33,397.
The median Ni Yuanlu work on paper sells for $41,718 across 49 lots.
The median Ni Yuanlu painting sells for $3,610 across 1 lots.
Large (over 120 cm) Ni Yuanlu work on papers typically sell for $20,405–$226,895 (the middle half of 29 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 | 1 | $3,610‡ | $3,610‡ | — | 2009-09-13 |
| Works on Paper | 52 | $41,718‡ | $1M‡ | 94.2% | 2026-04-28 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 18 | $217,887‡ | $1M‡ | — | 2026-04-28 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 14 | $1,220–$65,339‡ | $16,270‡ | $501,234 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 29 | $20,405–$226,895‡ | $77,220‡ | $1M‡ |
‡ 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 | 2019 | $1M‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2013 | $740,830‡ |
| Paintings | 2009 | $3,610‡ |
‡ 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 Ni Yuanlu worth?
Across 87 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ni Yuanlu work is $33,397. The median Ni Yuanlu work on paper sells for $41,718 across 49 lots. The median Ni Yuanlu painting sells for $3,610 across 1 lots. Large (over 120 cm) Ni Yuanlu work on papers typically sell for $20,405–$226,895 (the middle half of 29 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Ni Yuanlu work on paper?
Based on 49 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Ni Yuanlu work on paper is $41,718. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Ni Yuanlu's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Ni Yuanlu work on paper is $1,029,363. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a large Ni Yuanlu work on paper?
Based on 29 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Ni Yuanlu work on paper (large (over 120 cm)) is $77,220, 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 Ni Yuanlu work on paper?
Based on 14 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Ni Yuanlu work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $16,270, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Ni Yuanlu's auction record?
Ni Yuanlu's auction record is $1,029,363, set in 2019. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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