Xing Yun (1927–2023)
What is Xing Yun’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 116 auction results for Xing Yun at 10 houses since 2015. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,588 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,121–$1,747, n=33). The auction record is $14,377 for 行书七言联 镜心 (2022, Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣)). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 行书七言联 镜心 | Calligraphy | $14,377 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Jul 2022 |
| 2 | 般若波罗密心经 镜心, 2014 | — | $13,273 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Apr 2024 |
| 3 | SUTRA IN RUNNING SCRIPT, XING YUN | Running script | $12,258 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Apr 2024 |
| 4 | Ten-Panel Calligraphy Screen | Ink on paper | $10,189 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jul 2026 |
| 5 | 行书「日日好日，事事好事」 | Calligraphy on mirror core | $9,678 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Oct 2022 |
| 6 | 欢喜人间, 2015 | Ink on paper | $8,633 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2021 |
| 7 | 行书七言联 | Calligraphy | $8,295 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Oct 2022 |
| 8 | Running Script: 'The Path Pervades the Universe', 1994 | Ink on paper | $6,786 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jul 2026 |
| 9 | 行书乐己知命 | 水墨纸本 | $4,502 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | May 2018 |
| 10 | 慈悲十方 | 行书「慈悲十方」 镜心 | $3,733 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Oct 2022 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 14 | $3,282 |
| Works on paper | 32 | $1,588 |
| Paintings | 5 | $1,121 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 42 | $1,588 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 116 results from 10 houses · How we compute these figures
Xing Yun is a Chinese artist with 160 auction lots recorded since 2010, median price $1,897. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Xing Yun sold in 2026 for $2,400, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Xing Yun on OpeningBid →What is a Xing Yun work worth?
Across 116 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Xing Yun work is $1,897.
The median Xing Yun work on paper sells for $1,747 across 77 lots.
The median Xing Yun painting sells for $1,346 across 3 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Xing Yun work on papers typically sell for $1,545–$2,912 (the middle half of 68 sold 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 | 3 | $1,346 | $1,990 | — | 2026-02-09 |
| Works on Paper | 77 | $1,747‡ | $17,594‡ | — | 2026-09-17 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 6 | $13,879‡ | $17,594‡ | — | 2024-04-08 |
‡ 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) | 68 | $1,545–$2,912‡ | $1,782‡ | $17,017‡ |
| large (over 120 cm) | 8 | $1,322–$10,987‡ | $3,945‡ | $17,594‡ |
‡ 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 | 2023 | $17,594‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $17,017‡ |
| Paintings | 2026 | $1,990 |
| Paintings | 2025 | $1,346 |
‡ 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 Xing Yun worth?
Across 116 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Xing Yun work is $1,897. The median Xing Yun work on paper sells for $1,747 across 77 lots. The median Xing Yun painting sells for $1,346 across 3 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Xing Yun work on papers typically sell for $1,545–$2,912 (the middle half of 68 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Xing Yun work on paper?
Based on 77 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Xing Yun work on paper is $1,747. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Xing Yun's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Xing Yun work on paper is $17,594. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a medium Xing Yun work on paper?
Based on 68 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Xing Yun work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,782, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Xing Yun's auction record?
Xing Yun's auction record is $17,594, set in 2023. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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