Qifeng Gao (1890–1933)
What is Qifeng Gao’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 116 auction results for Qifeng Gao at 18 houses since 1996. Over the last 24 months the median price was $6,940 including buyer’s premium (middle half $668–$14,738, n=15). The auction record is $2,903,352 for Eagle (2006, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eagle, 1909 | Ink and colour on paper | $2,903,352 | Christie's | May 2006 |
| 2 | Roaring Lion, 1927 | Ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll | $2,016,666 | Sotheby's | Apr 2014 |
| 3 | Tiger, 1889 | Ink | $321,654 | Christie's | May 2023 |
| 4 | Bodhidharma, circa 1920s | Ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll | $291,896 | Sotheby's | Apr 2024 |
| 5 | Lofty Mountains and Flowing Rivers | Ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll | $277,625 | Sotheby's | Oct 2024 |
| 6 | PLUM BLOSSOMS UNDER THE MOONLIGHT, 1924 | Ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll | $185,803 | Sotheby's | Apr 2008 |
| 7 | Monkey on the Branches, 1915 | Ink and color on paper | $149,113 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2021 |
| 8 | SNOW-CLAD VILLAGE IN COUNTRYSIDE | Ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll | $136,501 | Sotheby's | Apr 2013 |
| 9 | Bodhidharma | Ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll | $112,902 | Sotheby's | Oct 2015 |
| 10 | Fowls | Ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll | $112,825 | Sotheby's | Apr 2014 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 40 | $52,773 |
| Paintings | 10 | $6,575 |
| Other | 9 | $999 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 18 | $84,559 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 24 | $8,252 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 116 results from 18 houses · How we compute these figures
Qifeng Gao is a Chinese artist with 168 auction lots recorded since 1996, median price $19,087. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Qifeng Gao sold in 2025 for $57,201, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Qifeng Gao on OpeningBid →What is a Qifeng Gao work worth?
Across 116 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Qifeng Gao work is $19,087.
The median Qifeng Gao work on paper sells for $48,346 across 50 lots.
The median Qifeng Gao painting sells for $5,054 across 15 lots.
The median Qifeng Gao photograph sells for $46,314 across 1 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 | 17 | $5,054‡ | $80,255 | 88.2% | 2026-06-16 |
| Works on Paper | 61 | $48,346‡ | $2.9M | 82% | 2026-06-16 |
| Photography | 1 | $46,314 | $46,314 | — | 2019-05-22 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 10 | $231,714 | $2.9M | — | 2024-10-23 |
‡ 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) | 10 | $1,609–$9,632‡ | $5,054‡ | $29,865‡ |
‡ 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) | 13 | $6,940–$40,956 | $14,040 | $88,645 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 19 | $17,595–$122,551‡ | $87,869‡ | $2.9M |
‡ 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 | 2006 | $2.9M |
| Works on Paper | 2014 | $2M |
| Paintings | 2022 | $80,255 |
| Photography | 2019 | $46,314 |
| Paintings | 2022 | $29,865‡ |
‡ 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 Qifeng Gao worth?
Across 116 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Qifeng Gao work is $19,087. The median Qifeng Gao work on paper sells for $48,346 across 50 lots. The median Qifeng Gao painting sells for $5,054 across 15 lots. The median Qifeng Gao photograph sells for $46,314 across 1 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Qifeng Gao work on paper?
Based on 50 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Qifeng Gao work on paper is $48,346. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Qifeng Gao's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Qifeng Gao work on paper is $2,903,352.
What is the average price of a Qifeng Gao painting?
Based on 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Qifeng Gao painting is $5,054. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Qifeng Gao's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Qifeng Gao painting is $80,255.
What is the average price of a large Qifeng Gao work on paper?
Based on 19 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Qifeng Gao work on paper (large (over 120 cm)) is $87,869, 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 Qifeng Gao work on paper?
Based on 13 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Qifeng Gao work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $14,040, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Qifeng Gao's auction record?
Qifeng Gao's auction record is $2,903,352, set in 2006.
See the full Qifeng Gao record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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