Shang Tao (b. 1938)
Shang Tao is a Chinese artist with 35 auction lots recorded since 2010, median price $5,906. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Shang Tao is recorded as sold in 2025 for $7,885; whether the price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Shang Tao on OpeningBid →What is a Shang Tao work worth?
Across 24 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Shang Tao work is $5,906.
The median Shang Tao painting sells for $6,058 across 10 lots.
The median Shang Tao work on paper sells for $741 across 4 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 | 10 | $6,058‡ | $79,267 | — | 2019-06-22 |
| Works on Paper | 4 | $741‡ | $1,155 | — | 2025-03-26 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2013 | $79,267 |
| Paintings | 2011 | $29,180‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2012 | $1,155 |
| Works on Paper | 2011 | $905‡ |
‡ 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 Shang Tao worth?
Across 24 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Shang Tao work is $5,906. The median Shang Tao painting sells for $6,058 across 10 lots. The median Shang Tao work on paper sells for $741 across 4 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Shang Tao's auction record?
Shang Tao's auction record is $79,267, set in 2013.
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