Wu Botao (1840–1895)
Wu Botao is a Chinese artist with 59 auction lots recorded since 2004, median price $3,374. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Wu Botao sold in 2025 for $4,815, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Wu Botao on OpeningBid →What is a Wu Botao work worth?
Across 41 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Wu Botao work is $3,374.
The median Wu Botao work on paper sells for $3,175 across 2 lots.
The median Wu Botao painting sells for $3,431 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2 | $3,431‡ | $6,366 | — | 2016-05-28 |
| Works on Paper | 2 | $3,175 | $3,374 | — | 2010-11-20 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2016 | $6,366 |
| Works on Paper | 2010 | $3,374 |
| Works on Paper | 2010 | $2,976 |
| Paintings | 2010 | $496‡ |
‡ 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 Wu Botao worth?
Across 41 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Wu Botao work is $3,374. The median Wu Botao work on paper sells for $3,175 across 2 lots. The median Wu Botao painting sells for $3,431 across 2 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Wu Botao's auction record?
Wu Botao's auction record is $74,948, set in 2013. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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