Ren Bonian (1840–1895)
What is Ren Bonian’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 15 auction results for Ren Bonian at 7 houses since 2012. Over the last 24 months the median price was $5,000 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,386–$25,529, n=6). The auction record is $147,130 for Mandarin Duck in Lotus Pond (2025, Bonhams). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mandarin Duck in Lotus Pond, 1870 | Ink and colour on paper | $147,130 | Bonhams | Apr 2025 |
| 2 | Lady with Attendant, 1840 | Ink and colour on paper, fan leaf | $31,471 | Bonhams | Oct 2026 |
| 3 | Chicks, 1840 | Ink | $27,288 | Christie's | May 2022 |
| 4 | 大吉图 | 设色纸本 | $7,702 | Beijing Rongbao Auction (北京荣宝拍卖) | Jul 2026 |
| 5 | Magpie, peony and bamboo, 1840 | Bamboo | $3,272 | Bonhams | Nov 2018 |
| 6 | TWO CRANES | Ink and color on paper | $2,298 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Apr 2026 |
| 7 | PARROT | Ink and color on paper | $1,081 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Apr 2025 |
| 8 | APPRECIATING THE PLUM BLOSSOM | Ink and color on silk | $688 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Feb 2023 |
| 9 | FLOWERS AND BIRDS | Woodblock print | $385 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | May 2024 |
| 10 | WHITE HEN AND MILLET | Woodblock print | $77 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Apr 2025 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 5 | $7,702 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 15 results from 7 houses · How we compute these figures
Ren Bonian is a Chinese artist with 20 auction lots recorded since 2012, median price $3,324. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Ren Bonian sold in 2026 for $31,471, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Ren Bonian on OpeningBid →What is a Ren Bonian work worth?
Across 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ren Bonian work is $3,324.
The median Ren Bonian work on paper sells for $27,276 across 6 lots.
The median Ren Bonian painting sells for $1,763 across 5 lots.
The median Ren Bonian print sells for $231 across 2 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 | 2 | $231 | $385 | — | 2025-04-07 |
| Paintings | 6 | $1,763‡ | $3,376‡ | 83.3% | 2026-04-08 |
| Works on Paper | 9 | $27,276‡ | $147,130 | 66.7% | 2026-10-07 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Ren Bonian's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (2 lots) median $231. Paintings (6 lots) median $1,763, record $3,376. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified. A typical Ren Bonian painting sells for around 7.6× the price of a typical print.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $147,130 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $31,471 |
| Paintings | 2012 | $3,376‡ |
| Paintings | 2026 | $2,298 |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $385 |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $77 |
‡ 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 Ren Bonian worth?
Across 15 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Ren Bonian work is $3,324. The median Ren Bonian work on paper sells for $27,276 across 6 lots. The median Ren Bonian painting sells for $1,763 across 5 lots. The median Ren Bonian print sells for $231 across 2 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Ren Bonian's auction record?
Ren Bonian's auction record is $147,130, set in 2025.
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