De-Jinn Shiy (1923–1981)
De-Jinn Shiy is a Chinese artist with 321 auction lots recorded since 2004, median price $31,362. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by De-Jinn Shiy sold in 2025 for $84,874, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 293 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a De-Jinn Shiy work is $31,362.
The median De-Jinn Shiy work on paper sells for $30,131 across 211 lots.
The median De-Jinn Shiy painting sells for $44,144 across 78 lots.
The median De-Jinn Shiy photograph sells for $12,892 across 1 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) De-Jinn Shiy work on papers typically sell for $18,504–$44,521 (the middle half of 102 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) De-Jinn Shiy paintings typically sell for $19,756–$124,663 (the middle half of 64 sold 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 | 88 | $44,144‡ | $761,015‡ | 88.6% | 2026-05-24 |
| Works on Paper | 228 | $30,131‡ | $301,710‡ | 92.5% | 2026-05-24 |
| Photography | 1 | $12,892 | $12,892 | — | 2014-10-06 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 41 | $175,329‡ | $761,015‡ | — | 2025-03-17 |
‡ 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) | 64 | $19,756–$124,663‡ | $40,141‡ | $761,015‡ |
| large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $48,417–$55,556‡ | $49,547‡ | $56,075‡ |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 20 | $3,669–$12,435‡ | $7,026‡ | $29,145‡ |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 102 | $18,504–$44,521‡ | $30,131‡ | $201,140‡ |
| large (over 120 cm) | 54 | $14,528–$88,888‡ | $57,917‡ | $301,710‡ |
‡ 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 | 2013 | $761,015‡ |
| Paintings | 2018 | $578,721 |
| Works on Paper | 2013 | $301,710‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2013 | $260,347‡ |
| Photography | 2014 | $12,892 |
‡ 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 De-Jinn Shiy worth?
Across 293 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a De-Jinn Shiy work is $31,362. The median De-Jinn Shiy work on paper sells for $30,131 across 211 lots. The median De-Jinn Shiy painting sells for $44,144 across 78 lots. The median De-Jinn Shiy photograph sells for $12,892 across 1 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) De-Jinn Shiy work on papers typically sell for $18,504–$44,521 (the middle half of 102 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) De-Jinn Shiy paintings typically sell for $19,756–$124,663 (the middle half of 64 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a De-Jinn Shiy work on paper?
Based on 211 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a De-Jinn Shiy work on paper is $30,131. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is De-Jinn Shiy's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a De-Jinn Shiy work on paper is $301,710. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a De-Jinn Shiy painting?
Based on 78 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a De-Jinn Shiy painting is $44,144. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is De-Jinn Shiy's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a De-Jinn Shiy painting is $761,015. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a medium De-Jinn Shiy work on paper?
Based on 102 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium De-Jinn Shiy work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $30,131, 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 De-Jinn Shiy painting?
Based on 64 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium De-Jinn Shiy painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $40,141, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is De-Jinn Shiy's auction record?
De-Jinn Shiy's auction record is $761,015, set in 2013. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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