Tung Chiao (b. 1942)
What is Tung Chiao’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 42 auction results for Tung Chiao at 4 houses since 2006. Over the last 24 months the median price was $6,202 including buyer’s premium (middle half $5,719–$7,344, n=9). The auction record is $32,515 for LITERATI (2020, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LITERATI | Ink on gold-flecked paper, framed | $32,515 | Sotheby's | Oct 2020 |
| 2 | Aphorism by Hong Yi, 2026 | Ink on gold-flecked paper, unmounted, unframed | $31,046 | Sotheby's | Jun 2026 |
| 3 | The Joy of Reading, 2020 | Ink on gold-flecked paper, framed | $30,839 | Sotheby's | Apr 2021 |
| 4 | Calligraphy Couplet in Xingshu, 2021 | Ink on paper, unmounted, unframed, 2021 | $15,358 | Sotheby's | Dec 2021 |
| 5 | Calligraphy Couplet in Xingshu II 行書梁任公贈胡適之集宋詞聯, 2021 | Ink on gold-flecked paper | $13,763 | Sotheby's | Aug 2021 |
| 6 | Poems on Plum Blossoms, 2020 | Ink on gold-flecked paper, set of two, framed | $13,006 | Sotheby's | Oct 2020 |
| 7 | Calligraphy Couplet in Xingshu, 2022 | Ink on gold-flecked paper, unmounted, set of two, 2022 | $12,142 | Sotheby's | Dec 2022 |
| 8 | Writings on views in ink and colours with a seal rubbing | Ink on paper, unmounted, with a seal | $11,333 | Sotheby's | Dec 2022 |
| 9 | Calligraphy Couplet | Ink on gold-flecked paper, framed, 2024 | $10,564 | Sotheby's | May 2024 |
| 10 | Calligraphy in Xingshu | Ink on gold-flecked paper, framed | $10,564 | Sotheby's | May 2024 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 29 | $7,705 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 22 | $7,916 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 11 | $3,901 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 42 results from 4 houses · How we compute these figures
Tung Chiao is a Chinese artist with 45 auction lots recorded since 2006, median price $7,070. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Tung Chiao sold in 2026 for $31,046, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Tung Chiao on OpeningBid →What is a Tung Chiao work worth?
Across 42 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Tung Chiao work is $7,070.
The median Tung Chiao work on paper sells for $7,344 across 35 lots.
The median Tung Chiao painting sells for $18,279 across 4 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Tung Chiao work on papers typically sell for $6,178–$10,564 (the middle half of 24 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 | 4 | $18,279‡ | $32,515 | — | 2026-06-16 |
| Works on Paper | 37 | $7,344‡ | $31,046 | 94.6% | 2026-06-16 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $31,046 | $32,515 | — | 2026-06-16 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 10 | $4,129–$8,698‡ | $6,476‡ | $13,006 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 24 | $6,178–$10,564‡ | $7,705‡ | $31,046 |
‡ 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 | 2020 | $32,515 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $31,046 |
| Paintings | 2021 | $30,839 |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $15,358 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Tung Chiao worth?
Across 42 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Tung Chiao work is $7,070. The median Tung Chiao work on paper sells for $7,344 across 35 lots. The median Tung Chiao painting sells for $18,279 across 4 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Tung Chiao work on papers typically sell for $6,178–$10,564 (the middle half of 24 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Tung Chiao work on paper?
Based on 35 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Tung Chiao work on paper is $7,344. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Tung Chiao's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Tung Chiao work on paper is $31,046.
What is the average price of a medium Tung Chiao work on paper?
Based on 24 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Tung Chiao work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $7,705, 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 small Tung Chiao work on paper?
Based on 10 sold lots, the median auction price of a small Tung Chiao work on paper (small (under 50 cm)) is $6,476, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Tung Chiao's auction record?
Tung Chiao's auction record is $32,515, set in 2020.
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