Xugu (1823–1896)
What is Xugu’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 17 auction results for Xugu at 4 houses since 1997. Over the last 24 months the median price was $12,523 including buyer’s premium (middle half $6,990–$17,956, n=6). The auction record is $225,312 for Immortal Image (Posthumous Portrait of Gao Yong's Wife) (2022, Bonhams). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Immortal Image (Posthumous Portrait of Gao Yong's Wife), 1823 | Color on paper | $225,312 | Bonhams | Mar 2022 |
| 2 | Plum Blossoms and Vegetables, 1823 | Ink and color on paper | $175,357 | Bonhams | Oct 2019 |
| 3 | Bronze Vessel with Three Friends of Winter, 1823 | Ink and colour on paper | $126,106 | Bonhams | Nov 2020 |
| 4 | Juefei Studio, 1823 | Ink on paper, hanging scroll | $98,038 | Bonhams | Dec 2023 |
| 5 | Studio of Luxuriant Greenery, 1823 | Ink and color on paper | $83,050 | Bonhams | Sep 2023 |
| 6 | Calligraphy Couplet in Running Script, 1823 | Hanging scrolls | $45,476 | Bonhams | Nov 2020 |
| 7 | Squirrel and Bamboo, 1823 | Ink and color on paper | $37,812 | Bonhams | Sep 2021 |
| 8 | Goldfish, 1824 | Ink and colour on paper | $32,790 | Bonhams | Nov 2025 |
| 9 | Watermelon and Gourds, 1824 | Ink and colour on paper | $19,691 | Bonhams | Oct 2025 |
| 10 | Loquats, 1823 | Ink and color on paper | $12,750 | Bonhams | Mar 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 11 | $45,476 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 5 | $126,106 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 17 results from 4 houses · How we compute these figures
Xugu is a Chinese artist with 23 auction lots recorded since 1997, median price $32,790. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Xugu sold in 2025 for $32,790, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Xugu on OpeningBid →What is a Xugu work worth?
Across 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Xugu work is $32,790.
The median Xugu work on paper sells for $19,691 across 13 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 18 | $19,691‡ | $225,312 | 72.2% | 2025-11-07 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $175,357 | $225,312 | — | 2022-03-21 |
‡ 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) | 5 | $37,812–$175,357 | $126,106 | $225,312 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $225,312 |
| Works on Paper | 2019 | $175,357 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Xugu worth?
Across 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Xugu work is $32,790. The median Xugu work on paper sells for $19,691 across 13 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Xugu work on paper?
Based on 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Xugu work on paper is $19,691. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Xugu's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Xugu work on paper is $225,312.
What is Xugu's auction record?
Xugu's auction record is $225,312, set in 2022.
See the full Xugu record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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