Wang Xiaju (1909–1995)
What is Wang Xiaju’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 90 auction results for Wang Xiaju at 8 houses since 2009. Over the last 24 months the median price was $416 including buyer’s premium (middle half $333–$499, n=9). The auction record is $3,688 for 隶书七言联 (2012, 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 | 隶书七言联 | 水墨纸本 | $3,688 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Oct 2012 |
| 2 | 隶书诗 | 水墨纸本 | $2,792 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Aug 2014 |
| 3 | 隶书 | 水墨纸本 | $2,610 | Beijing Rongbao Auction (北京荣宝拍卖) | Apr 2017 |
| 4 | 隶书五言联 | 水墨纸本 | $2,502 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Apr 2017 |
| 5 | 行书杜牧诗 | 水墨纸本 | $2,256 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Oct 2014 |
| 6 | 隶书七言联 | 水墨纸本 | $1,334 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Apr 2017 |
| 7 | 游于艺, 庚申（1980年）作 | 水墨纸本 | $1,140 | China Zhonghongxin International Auction | Jan 2026 |
| 8 | 王遐举 行书五言联 立轴 | 水墨纸本 | $928 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Apr 2015 |
| 9 | 行书七言诗 | 水墨纸本 | $924 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Apr 2015 |
| 10 | 王遐举 隶书五言联 立轴 | 水墨纸本 | $900 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Aug 2015 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 16 | $926 |
| Works on paper | 10 | $374 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 8 | $1,795 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 15 | $476 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 90 results from 8 houses · How we compute these figures
Wang Xiaju is a Chinese artist with 134 auction lots recorded since 2008, median price $915. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Wang Xiaju sold in 2026 for $1,140, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Wang Xiaju on OpeningBid →What is a Wang Xiaju work worth?
Across 90 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Wang Xiaju work is $915.
The median Wang Xiaju work on paper sells for $928 across 62 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Wang Xiaju work on papers typically sell for $461–$1,564 (the middle half of 43 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 62 | $928‡ | $4,719‡ | — | 2026-09-10 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $3,858‡ | $4,719‡ | — | 2013-10-26 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 43 | $461–$1,564‡ | $869‡ | $4,029‡ |
| large (over 120 cm) | 16 | $913–$2,488‡ | $1,583‡ | $4,719‡ |
‡ 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 | 2013 | $4,719‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2012 | $4,029‡ |
‡ 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 Wang Xiaju worth?
Across 90 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Wang Xiaju work is $915. The median Wang Xiaju work on paper sells for $928 across 62 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Wang Xiaju work on papers typically sell for $461–$1,564 (the middle half of 43 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Wang Xiaju work on paper?
Based on 62 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Wang Xiaju work on paper is $928. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Wang Xiaju's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Wang Xiaju work on paper is $4,719. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a medium Wang Xiaju work on paper?
Based on 43 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Wang Xiaju work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $869, 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 large Wang Xiaju work on paper?
Based on 16 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Wang Xiaju work on paper (large (over 120 cm)) is $1,583, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Wang Xiaju's auction record?
Wang Xiaju's auction record is $4,719, set in 2013. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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