Qi Liangchi (1921–2003)
What is Qi Liangchi’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 210 auction results for Qi Liangchi at 16 houses since 2004. Over the last 24 months the median price was $798 including buyer’s premium (middle half $502–$1,833, n=36). The auction record is $26,257 for Duo Li Jing Xin (2013, 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 | Duo Li Jing Xin | 设色纸本 | $26,257 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jul 2013 |
| 2 | 万物皆春, 1999年作 | 设色纸本 | $16,112 | Beijing Rongbao Auction (北京荣宝拍卖) | Nov 2009 |
| 3 | 大吉利, 1987年作 | 设色纸本 | $13,709 | Beijing Rongbao Auction (北京荣宝拍卖) | Mar 2015 |
| 4 | Flower and Bird Four-Panel Screen | 设色纸本 | $12,942 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jan 2013 |
| 5 | Grape Dragonflies | 设色纸本 | $12,295 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Aug 2012 |
| 6 | 多寿, 1994年作 | 设色纸本 | $8,387 | Beijing Rongbao Auction (北京荣宝拍卖) | Mar 2015 |
| 7 | 佳偶图 | 设色纸本 (color on paper) | $7,204 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Aug 2025 |
| 8 | 寿桃 水族 （三件一组） | 水墨纸本、设色纸本 | $6,129 | China Guardian (中国嘉德) | Oct 2021 |
| 9 | 老圃秋菊, 1994 | 纸本 | $5,927 | China Guardian (中国嘉德) | Jun 2015 |
| 10 | Da Fugui | 设色纸本 | $5,772 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Oct 2011 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 36 | $2,227 |
| Other | 38 | $1,714 |
| Works on paper | 19 | $1,606 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 17 | $3,476 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 61 | $1,606 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $1,154 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 210 results from 16 houses · How we compute these figures
Qi Liangchi is a Chinese artist with 292 auction lots recorded since 2004, median price $2,238. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Qi Liangchi sold in 2025 for $2,600, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Qi Liangchi on OpeningBid →What is a Qi Liangchi work worth?
Across 213 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Qi Liangchi work is $2,238.
The median Qi Liangchi painting sells for $1,656 across 53 lots.
The median Qi Liangchi work on paper sells for $2,016 across 44 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Qi Liangchi work on papers typically sell for $800–$2,353 (the middle half of 28 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) Qi Liangchi paintings typically sell for $602–$2,449 (the middle half of 27 sold lots).
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 57 | $1,656‡ | $10,401‡ | 93% | 2026-09-13 |
| Works on Paper | 47 | $2,016‡ | $10,762‡ | 93.6% | 2026-02-12 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 1 | — | — | — | 2008-09-30 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 9 | $15,587‡ | $32,157‡ | — | 2025-06-09 |
‡ 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) | 5 | $981–$1,849‡ | $1,154‡ | $4,663 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 27 | $602–$2,449‡ | $1,492‡ | $5,927 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $1,116–$3,314 | $2,665 | $3,476 |
‡ 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) | 28 | $800–$2,353‡ | $1,597‡ | $6,129 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 14 | $3,111–$6,821‡ | $3,949‡ | $10,762‡ |
‡ 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 | 2018 | $10,762‡ |
| Paintings | 2020 | $10,401‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2011 | $10,069‡ |
| Paintings | 2015 | $5,927 |
‡ 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 Qi Liangchi worth?
Across 213 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Qi Liangchi work is $2,238. The median Qi Liangchi painting sells for $1,656 across 53 lots. The median Qi Liangchi work on paper sells for $2,016 across 44 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Qi Liangchi work on papers typically sell for $800–$2,353 (the middle half of 28 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) Qi Liangchi paintings typically sell for $602–$2,449 (the middle half of 27 sold lots). Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a Qi Liangchi painting?
Based on 53 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Qi Liangchi painting is $1,656. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Qi Liangchi's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Qi Liangchi painting is $10,401. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a Qi Liangchi work on paper?
Based on 44 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Qi Liangchi work on paper is $2,016. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Qi Liangchi's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Qi Liangchi work on paper is $10,762. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a medium Qi Liangchi work on paper?
Based on 28 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Qi Liangchi work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,597, 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 Qi Liangchi painting?
Based on 27 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Qi Liangchi painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,492, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Qi Liangchi's auction record?
Qi Liangchi's auction record is $32,157, set in 2011. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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