Xiao Xun (1883–1944)
What is Xiao Xun’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 41 auction results for Xiao Xun at 5 houses since 1998. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,951 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,795–$3,917, n=9). The auction record is $72,562 for Studio Amid the Plantain Grove (2015, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Studio Amid the Plantain Grove, 1940 | Ink and colour on paper, framed | $72,562 | Sotheby's | Apr 2015 |
| 2 | Landscapes of Grandeur, 1930 | Ink and colour on paper; ink on paper, album of 8 leaves | $68,109 | Sotheby's | Apr 2024 |
| 3 | Album of Landscape Paintings, 1883 | Ink | $64,501 | Christie's | Dec 2020 |
| 4 | AUTUMN HILLS, 1937 | Ink and color on paper, hanging scroll | $43,750 | Sotheby's | Sep 2013 |
| 5 | Landscape, 1883 | Ink | $41,424 | Christie's | May 2018 |
| 6 | LANDSCAPE AFTER JING HAO AND GUAN TONG, 1942 | Ink on paper, hanging scroll | $35,000 | Sotheby's | Sep 2013 |
| 7 | ANCIENT PINE BY THE WATERFALL, 1937 | Ink on paper, hanging scroll | $24,145 | Sotheby's | Apr 2013 |
| 8 | LANDSCAPE, 1940 | Ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll | $24,113 | Sotheby's | Apr 2011 |
| 9 | ADMIRING WATERFALL, 1928 | Ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll | $22,561 | Sotheby's | Oct 2010 |
| 10 | Blue and Green Landscape, 1883 | Ink and color on paper | $20,794 | Bonhams | Oct 2019 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 35 | $8,048 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $7,711 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 13 | $3,917 |
| Large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $1,811 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 41 results from 5 houses · How we compute these figures
Xiao Xun is a Chinese artist with 51 auction lots recorded since 1998, median price $7,880. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Xiao Xun sold in 2025 for $9,792, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Xiao Xun on OpeningBid →What is a Xiao Xun work worth?
Across 41 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Xiao Xun work is $7,880.
The median Xiao Xun work on paper sells for $7,606 across 39 lots.
The median Xiao Xun painting sells for $68,531 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 | $68,531 | $72,562 | — | 2020-12-01 |
| Works on Paper | 48 | $7,606‡ | $68,109 | 81.3% | 2026-10-07 |
‡ 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) | 16 | $1,988–$5,258‡ | $3,435‡ | $41,424 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $1,795–$15,932 | $1,811 | $16,449 |
‡ 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 | 2015 | $72,562 |
| Works on Paper | 2024 | $68,109 |
| Paintings | 2020 | $64,501 |
| Works on Paper | 2013 | $43,750 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Xiao Xun worth?
Across 41 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Xiao Xun work is $7,880. The median Xiao Xun work on paper sells for $7,606 across 39 lots. The median Xiao Xun painting sells for $68,531 across 2 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Xiao Xun work on paper?
Based on 39 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Xiao Xun work on paper is $7,606. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Xiao Xun's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Xiao Xun work on paper is $68,109.
What is the average price of a medium Xiao Xun work on paper?
Based on 16 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Xiao Xun work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $3,435, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Xiao Xun's auction record?
Xiao Xun's auction record is $72,562, set in 2015.
See the full Xiao Xun record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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