Qin Lingyun (1914–2008)
What is Qin Lingyun’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 56 auction results for Qin Lingyun at 9 houses since 2003. Over the last 24 months the median price was $650 including buyer’s premium (middle half $297–$1,302, n=11). The auction record is $5,550 for Scene Of Three Gorges (2024, 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 | Scene Of Three Gorges, 1994 | Ink and color on paper hand scroll | $5,550 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2024 |
| 2 | 蜀江放簰, 1998 | 设色纸本 (color on paper) | $2,528 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Apr 2025 |
| 3 | 齐鲁勝境 | 设色纸本 (color on paper) | $2,401 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Aug 2025 |
| 4 | 山里人家, 1986年作 | 设色纸本 | $2,335 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Nov 2021 |
| 5 | Wang Shan Tu, 1977 | Mirror core | $1,463 | Beijing Ginza Auction (北京银座拍卖) | Dec 2025 |
| 6 | 江村图 | 设色纸本 | $1,140 | China Zhonghongxin International Auction | Jan 2026 |
| 7 | Lakeside, 1914 | Hanging scroll, ink and colour on paper | $1,122 | Christie's | Apr 2003 |
| 8 | Playing Chin Under The Pine Tree, 1981 | Ink and color on paper | $1,115 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2023 |
| 9 | 观山亭, 1999 | 设色纸本 (color on paper) | $812 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Nov 2025 |
| 10 | Bogda Ranch, 1985 | Ink and color on paper | $794 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | May 2024 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 10 | $963 |
| Paintings | 6 | $663 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 7 | $812 |
| Large (over 120 cm) | 8 | $663 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 56 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
Qin Lingyun is a Chinese artist with 85 auction lots recorded since 2003, median price $1,286. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Qin Lingyun is recorded as sold in 2026 for $2,526; whether the price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 56 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Qin Lingyun work is $1,286.
The median Qin Lingyun work on paper sells for $1,572 across 18 lots.
The median Qin Lingyun painting sells for $1,043 across 18 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 | 18 | $1,043‡ | $7,006‡ | — | 2025-12-02 |
| Works on Paper | 18 | $1,572‡ | $7,246‡ | — | 2026-09-18 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $7,246‡ | $8,975‡ | — | 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) | 6 | $868–$4,276‡ | $1,823‡ | $7,006‡ |
‡ 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) | 7 | $483–$1,191‡ | $812‡ | $3,941‡ |
| large (over 120 cm) | 8 | $2,272–$5,573‡ | $2,900‡ | $7,246‡ |
‡ 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 | 2012 | $7,246‡ |
| Paintings | 2012 | $7,006‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $5,640‡ |
| Paintings | 2021 | $4,923 |
‡ 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 Qin Lingyun worth?
Across 56 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Qin Lingyun work is $1,286. The median Qin Lingyun work on paper sells for $1,572 across 18 lots. The median Qin Lingyun painting sells for $1,043 across 18 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Qin Lingyun work on paper?
Based on 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Qin Lingyun work on paper is $1,572. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Qin Lingyun's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Qin Lingyun work on paper is $7,246. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a Qin Lingyun painting?
Based on 18 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Qin Lingyun painting is $1,043. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Qin Lingyun's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Qin Lingyun painting is $7,006. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is Qin Lingyun's auction record?
Qin Lingyun's auction record is $8,975, set in 2018. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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