Qiao Mu (1920–2002)
What is Qiao Mu’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 259 auction results for Qiao Mu at 8 houses since 2002. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,024 including buyer’s premium (middle half $324–$2,214, n=11). The auction record is $7,502 for 紫藤双雀 (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 | 紫藤双雀 | 设色纸本 | $7,502 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jul 2013 |
| 2 | 百花祝寿 | 设色纸本 | $5,402 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | May 2018 |
| 3 | Spring Arrives in the Human World Album, 1992 | Album leaves (册页) | $4,426 | Duoyunxuan Auction (上海朵云轩拍卖) | Dec 2024 |
| 4 | 乔木 花鸟 立轴 | 设色纸本 | $3,607 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Oct 2011 |
| 5 | Soughing Pines, 1980 | Ink and color on paper | $3,393 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jul 2026 |
| 6 | 杨柳依依, 1980 | Hanging scroll | $2,845 | Duoyunxuan Auction (上海朵云轩拍卖) | Dec 2024 |
| 7 | 繁华锦簇, 1979 | 纸本 | $2,103 | China Guardian (中国嘉德) | Mar 2021 |
| 8 | Crane and Longevity | Hanging scroll | $1,583 | Duoyunxuan Auction (上海朵云轩拍卖) | Mar 2025 |
| 9 | 花鸟册, 1981 | 设色纸本 册页 | $1,536 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Oct 2025 |
| 10 | 紫藤双白头 | 设色纸本 | $1,441 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | May 2018 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 25 | $801 |
| Paintings | 6 | $656 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 10 | $1,043 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 259 results from 8 houses · How we compute these figures
Qiao Mu is a Chinese artist with 307 auction lots recorded since 2002, median price $785. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Qiao Mu sold in 2026 for $3,393, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Qiao Mu on OpeningBid →What is a Qiao Mu work worth?
Across 259 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Qiao Mu work is $785.
The median Qiao Mu painting sells for $691 across 34 lots.
The median Qiao Mu work on paper sells for $924 across 5 lots.
The median Qiao Mu photograph sells for $324 across 5 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 | 5 | — | — | — | 2023-07-29 |
| Paintings | 36 | $691‡ | $13,568‡ | 94.4% | 2026-07-19 |
| Works on Paper | 5 | $924‡ | $3,357‡ | — | 2023-06-10 |
| Photography | 5 | $324 | $324 | — | 2024-10-15 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $7,502‡ | $13,568‡ | — | 2018-05-21 |
‡ 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) | 5 | $243–$1,024‡ | $366‡ | $3,393 |
‡ 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 | $13,568‡ |
| Paintings | 2026 | $3,393 |
| Works on Paper | 2013 | $3,357‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $1,062 |
| Photography | 2024 | $324 |
‡ 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 Qiao Mu worth?
Across 259 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Qiao Mu work is $785. The median Qiao Mu painting sells for $691 across 34 lots. The median Qiao Mu work on paper sells for $924 across 5 lots. The median Qiao Mu photograph sells for $324 across 5 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Qiao Mu painting?
Based on 34 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Qiao Mu painting is $691. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Qiao Mu's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Qiao Mu painting is $13,568. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is Qiao Mu's auction record?
Qiao Mu's auction record is $13,568, set in 2011. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
See the full Qiao Mu record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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