Wu Zheng (1878–1949)
What is Wu Zheng’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 550 auction results for Wu Zheng at 17 houses since 1993. Over the last 24 months the median price was $3,210 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,607–$3,982, n=15). The auction record is $122,834 for WU ZHENG (1876-1949) (2006, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | WU ZHENG (1876-1949), 1982 | Ink on paper | $122,834 | Christie's | May 2006 |
| 2 | Flower and Fruit, 1946 | Ink and colour on paper | $40,200 | Christie's | May 2006 |
| 3 | 山色江流, 1941年作 | 水墨纸本 | $25,845 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Nov 2005 |
| 4 | Scholar Studio in Mountains, 1943 | Ink on paper, framed | $20,866 | Sotheby's | Oct 2022 |
| 5 | 山居图 楷书<摸鱼儿> | Fan (folding fan) | $20,025 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Oct 2015 |
| 6 | Pine, Stone and Calligraphy, 1922 | Ink on paper | $17,466 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | May 2024 |
| 7 | 清江归帆图 | Hanging scroll | $16,335 | China Sungari International Auction (中贸圣佳国际拍卖) | Dec 2005 |
| 8 | 茂林叠嶂图 | Hanging scroll | $14,974 | China Sungari International Auction (中贸圣佳国际拍卖) | Dec 2005 |
| 9 | 山水, 1924年作 | 设色纸本 | $13,662 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jan 2012 |
| 10 | 山中深林, 1941 | Hanging scroll | $12,645 | Duoyunxuan Auction (上海朵云轩拍卖) | Dec 2024 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 36 | $5,105 |
| Works on paper | 18 | $4,251 |
| Paintings | 5 | $1,899 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 8 | $5,832 |
| Large (over 120 cm) | 17 | $5,170 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 550 results from 17 houses · How we compute these figures
Wu Zheng is a Chinese artist with 668 auction lots recorded since 1993, median price $3,698. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Wu Zheng sold in 2025 for $4,012, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Wu Zheng on OpeningBid →What is a Wu Zheng work worth?
Across 550 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Wu Zheng work is $3,698.
The median Wu Zheng work on paper sells for $3,003 across 97 lots.
The median Wu Zheng painting sells for $3,267 across 40 lots.
Large (over 120 cm) Wu Zheng work on papers typically sell for $2,425–$12,253 (the middle half of 23 sold lots).
Medium (50–120 cm) Wu Zheng work on papers typically sell for $1,463–$5,832 (the middle half of 23 sold lots).
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 1 | — | — | — | 2011-07-02 |
| Paintings | 47 | $3,267†‡ | $23,390† | 85.1% | 2025-12-19 |
| Works on Paper | 101 | $3,003‡ | $122,834 | 96% | 2026-04-16 |
| Photography | 2 | — | — | — | 2015-04-26 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 7 | $28,588†‡ | $122,834 | — | 2016-11-11 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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) | 23 | $1,463–$5,832‡ | $2,983‡ | $34,796‡ |
| large (over 120 cm) | 23 | $2,425–$12,253‡ | $6,209‡ | $122,834 |
‡ 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 | 2006 | $122,834 |
| Works on Paper | 2006 | $40,200 |
| Paintings | 2016 | $23,390† |
| Paintings | 2022 | $20,866 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included.
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Wu Zheng worth?
Across 550 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Wu Zheng work is $3,698. The median Wu Zheng work on paper sells for $3,003 across 97 lots. The median Wu Zheng painting sells for $3,267 across 40 lots. Large (over 120 cm) Wu Zheng work on papers typically sell for $2,425–$12,253 (the middle half of 23 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) Wu Zheng work on papers typically sell for $1,463–$5,832 (the middle half of 23 sold lots). Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a Wu Zheng work on paper?
Based on 97 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Wu Zheng work on paper is $3,003. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Wu Zheng's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Wu Zheng work on paper is $122,834.
What is the average price of a Wu Zheng painting?
Based on 40 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Wu Zheng painting is $3,267. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Wu Zheng's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Wu Zheng painting is $23,390. That record lot sold for a hammer price of $23,390 (buyer's premium not included).
What is the average price of a large Wu Zheng work on paper?
Based on 23 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Wu Zheng work on paper (large (over 120 cm)) is $6,209, 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 Wu Zheng work on paper?
Based on 23 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Wu Zheng work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $2,983, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Wu Zheng's auction record?
Wu Zheng's auction record is $122,834, set in 2006.
See the full Wu Zheng record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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