Yi Ding (b. 1962)
What is Yi Ding’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 66 auction results for Yi Ding at 6 houses since 2008. Over the last 24 months the median price was $151,488 including buyer’s premium (middle half $137,799–$1,512,000, n=5). The auction record is $2,190,000 for Appearance of Crosses2000-4 (2014, Christie's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Appearance of Crosses2000-4, 2000 | Acrylic paint | $2,190,000 | Christie's | Oct 2014 |
| 2 | Appearance of Crosses 2014-2, 2014 | Acrylic paint | $2,160,000 | Christie's | Oct 2016 |
| 3 | Appearance of Crosses 2014-2, 2014 | Acrylic paint | $1,952,999 | Christie's | Nov 2024 |
| 4 | Appearance of Crosses Series: 95-11, 1995 | Charcoal | $1,830,000 | Christie's | Apr 2014 |
| 5 | Appearance of Crosses, 2018 | Mixed media | $1,764,000 | Christie's | Sep 2023 |
| 6 | Appearance of Crosses 2018-7, 2018 | Acrylic paint | $1,512,000 | Christie's | Apr 2025 |
| 7 | Appearance of Crosses 97-11, 1997 | Acrylic paint | $1,320,000 | Christie's | Sep 2017 |
| 8 | Appearance of Crosses, 2011 | Acrylic on canvas | $1,156,400 | Sotheby's | Nov 2014 |
| 9 | Appearance of Crosses 98-4, 1998 | Acrylic paint | $678,368 | Christie's | Nov 2022 |
| 10 | Appearance of Crosses, 1997 | Charcoal, grease pencil on corrugated carton, diptych | $655,326 | Christie's | May 2014 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 18 | $302,422 |
| Paintings | 25 | $136,643 |
| Works on paper | 16 | $33,750 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 28 | $218,234 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 18 | $26,444 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 66 results from 6 houses · How we compute these figures
Yi Ding is a Chinese artist with 73 auction lots recorded since 2008, median price $141,111. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Yi Ding sold in 2026 for $151,488, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Yi Ding on OpeningBid →What is a Yi Ding work worth?
Across 66 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Yi Ding work is $141,111.
The median Yi Ding painting sells for $166,884 across 26 lots.
The median Yi Ding work on paper sells for $23,137 across 17 lots.
The median Yi Ding print sells for $756,265 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 3 | $756,265‡ | $1.5M | 66.7% | 2025-04-03 |
| Paintings | 28 | $166,884 | $2.2M | 92.9% | 2026-03-28 |
| Works on Paper | 20 | $23,137‡ | $655,326 | 85% | 2024-11-27 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 39 | $249,076‡ | $2.2M | — | 2026-03-29 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Yi Ding's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (3 lots) median $756,265 with 66.7% sell-through. Paintings (28 lots) median $166,884, record $2,160,000. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 39 lots) the median is $249,076.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| large (over 120 cm) | 18 | $136,932–$377,988 | $190,373 | $2.2M |
Works on Paper
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 10 | $15,560–$31,999 | $20,944 | $40,000 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2016 | $2.2M |
| Paintings | 2024 | $2M |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $1.5M |
| Works on Paper | 2014 | $655,326 |
| Works on Paper | 2011 | $249,076 |
| Prints & Editions | 2022 | $531‡ |
‡ 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 Yi Ding worth?
Across 66 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Yi Ding work is $141,111. The median Yi Ding painting sells for $166,884 across 26 lots. The median Yi Ding work on paper sells for $23,137 across 17 lots. The median Yi Ding print sells for $756,265 across 2 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Yi Ding painting?
Based on 26 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Yi Ding painting is $166,884.
What is Yi Ding's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Yi Ding painting is $2,160,000.
What is the average price of a Yi Ding work on paper?
Based on 17 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Yi Ding work on paper is $23,137. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Yi Ding's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Yi Ding work on paper is $655,326.
What is the average price of a large Yi Ding painting?
Based on 18 sold lots, the median auction price of a large Yi Ding painting (large (over 120 cm)) is $190,373, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is the average price of a medium Yi Ding work on paper?
Based on 10 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Yi Ding work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $20,944, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
What is Yi Ding's auction record?
Yi Ding's auction record is $2,190,000, set in 2014.
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