Wucius Wong (b. 1936)
What is Wucius Wong’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 49 auction results for Wucius Wong at 6 houses since 2005. Over the last 24 months the median price was $11,597 including buyer’s premium (middle half $3,400–$20,604, n=10). The auction record is $80,187 for CITY DREAM #12 (2017, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CITY DREAM #12, 2004 | Ink | $80,187 | Christie's | May 2017 |
| 2 | Harbour Rhythm, 2011 | Ink | $64,331 | Christie's | May 2023 |
| 3 | Boundless Vision, 1975 | Ink | $61,142 | Christie's | May 2016 |
| 4 | Purification #7, 1997 | Ink | $56,415 | Christie's | Jun 2015 |
| 5 | Thoughts Across the Waters, 1997 | Ink | $41,736 | Christie's | May 2022 |
| 6 | Yellowstone No. 2 | Ink and color on paper | $40,000 | Sotheby's | Mar 2008 |
| 7 | Sky-Land Expression #23, 2012 | Ink | $38,616 | Christie's | May 2016 |
| 8 | Meditation VIII, 1986 | Hanging scroll, ink and color on paper | $35,840 | Christie's | Sep 2026 |
| 9 | Expressions in Calligraphy #27, 1999 | Ink | $35,248 | Christie's | Nov 2017 |
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Solitary Heights No. 2 / Pencil Sketch of Solitary Heights No. 2, 1980 | Solitary Heights No. 2 / Pencil Sketch of Solitary Heights No. 2 | $64,743 | Christie's | Dec 2022 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 34 | $15,634 |
| Paintings | 10 | $8,134 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 8 | $51,439 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 35 | $12,954 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 49 results from 6 houses · How we compute these figures
Wucius Wong is a Chinese artist with 51 auction lots recorded since 2005, median price $14,507.
A work by Wucius Wong sold in 2026 for $35,840, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Wucius Wong on OpeningBid →What is a Wucius Wong work worth?
Across 49 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Wucius Wong work is $14,507.
The median Wucius Wong work on paper sells for $17,715 across 31 lots.
The median Wucius Wong painting sells for $9,711 across 9 lots.
The median Wucius Wong print sells for $1,284 across 2 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Wucius Wong work on papers typically sell for $11,290–$27,264 (the middle half of 21 sold lots).
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2 | $1,284 | $2,269 | — | 2025-05-21 |
| Paintings | 9 | $9,711 | $32,370 | — | 2025-05-21 |
| Works on Paper | 32 | $17,715 | $80,187 | 96.9% | 2026-09-09 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $64,743 | $80,187 | — | 2023-05-31 |
Wucius Wong's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (2 lots) median $1,284. Paintings (9 lots) median $9,711, record $32,370. A typical Wucius Wong painting sells for around 7.6× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 3 lots) the median is $64,743.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 8 | $4,600–$13,410 | $8,103 | $27,768 |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 21 | $11,290–$27,264 | $16,162 | $56,415 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 7 | $36,997–$64,537 | $61,142 | $80,187 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2017 | $80,187 |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $64,743 |
| Paintings | 2023 | $32,370 |
| Paintings | 2024 | $27,768 |
| Prints & Editions | 2010 | $2,269 |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $300 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Wucius Wong worth?
Across 49 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Wucius Wong work is $14,507. The median Wucius Wong work on paper sells for $17,715 across 31 lots. The median Wucius Wong painting sells for $9,711 across 9 lots. The median Wucius Wong print sells for $1,284 across 2 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Wucius Wong work on papers typically sell for $11,290–$27,264 (the middle half of 21 sold lots).
What is the average price of a Wucius Wong work on paper?
Based on 31 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Wucius Wong work on paper is $17,715.
What is Wucius Wong's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Wucius Wong work on paper is $80,187.
What is the average price of a medium Wucius Wong work on paper?
Based on 21 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Wucius Wong work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $16,162, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Wucius Wong's auction record?
Wucius Wong's auction record is $80,187, set in 2017.
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