Xiao Shufang (1911–2011)
What is Xiao Shufang’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 109 auction results for Xiao Shufang at 11 houses since 1996. Over the last 24 months the median price was $547 including buyer’s premium (middle half $431–$757, n=27). The auction record is $51,791 for 南天二月花 (2018, 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 | 南天二月花, 1987年作 | 设色纸本 | $51,791 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2018 |
| 2 | Flowers, 1979 | Ink and colour on paper, framed | $41,925 | Sotheby's | Apr 2015 |
| 3 | Peony, 1976年作 | 设色纸本 | $30,720 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2012 |
| 4 | WALL IRIS, 1977 | Ink and colour on paper, framed | $25,755 | Sotheby's | Apr 2013 |
| 5 | 春花兼蝶 | 设色纸本 | $14,066 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jul 2013 |
| 6 | 令箭荷花, 1977 | Hanging scroll | $12,682 | Beijing Ginza Auction (北京银座拍卖) | Jun 2024 |
| 7 | 扶桑花, 1982 | 立轴 | $11,431 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Oct 2014 |
| 8 | Papaver rhoeas, 1963 | Ink and color on paper | $8,143 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jul 2026 |
| 9 | Flowers, 1987 | Mirror center | $6,435 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Oct 2013 |
| 10 | 东北林区 镜心, 60年代 | — | $6,258 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Oct 2015 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 17 | $3,361 |
| Paintings | 24 | $757 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 18 | $941 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 19 | $684 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 109 results from 11 houses · How we compute these figures
Xiao Shufang is a Chinese artist with 143 auction lots recorded since 1996, median price $2,983. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Xiao Shufang sold in 2026 for $8,143, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Xiao Shufang on OpeningBid →What is a Xiao Shufang work worth?
Across 109 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Xiao Shufang work is $2,983.
The median Xiao Shufang painting sells for $3,580 across 31 lots.
The median Xiao Shufang work on paper sells for $1,268 across 12 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 | 34 | $3,580‡ | $51,791 | 91.2% | 2026-08-24 |
| Works on Paper | 13 | $1,268‡ | $38,239‡ | 92.3% | 2026-07-20 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $40,786‡ | $51,791 | — | 2020-12-04 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 9 | $513–$1,642‡ | $795‡ | $6,194‡ |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 17 | $1,965–$6,875‡ | $5,827‡ | $51,791 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $472–$3,589‡ | $2,158‡ | $11,694‡ |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 7 | $426–$2,916‡ | $640‡ | $38,274 |
‡ 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 | 2018 | $51,791 |
| Paintings | 2015 | $41,925 |
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $38,274 |
| Works on Paper | 2006 | $11,694‡ |
‡ 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 Xiao Shufang worth?
Across 109 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Xiao Shufang work is $2,983. The median Xiao Shufang painting sells for $3,580 across 31 lots. The median Xiao Shufang work on paper sells for $1,268 across 12 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Xiao Shufang painting?
Based on 31 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Xiao Shufang painting is $3,580. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Xiao Shufang's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Xiao Shufang painting is $51,791.
What is the average price of a Xiao Shufang work on paper?
Based on 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Xiao Shufang work on paper is $1,268. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Xiao Shufang's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Xiao Shufang work on paper is $38,239. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a medium Xiao Shufang painting?
Based on 17 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Xiao Shufang painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $5,827, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Xiao Shufang's auction record?
Xiao Shufang's auction record is $51,791, set in 2018.
See the full Xiao Shufang record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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