Yin Zixiang (1909–1984)
What is Yin Zixiang’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 125 auction results for Yin Zixiang at 13 houses since 1995. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,103 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,346–$3,921, n=12). The auction record is $117,923 for 柳荫浴马 (2014, Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣)). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 柳荫浴马, 1975 | Handscroll | $117,923 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Oct 2014 |
| 2 | Eight Steeds, 1941 | Mirror frame | $14,076 | Duoyunxuan Auction (上海朵云轩拍卖) | Jun 2018 |
| 3 | 柳溪散马, 1943 | 镜心 | $12,905 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | May 2013 |
| 4 | Horse Bathing in Stream | Ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll | $10,622 | Sotheby's | Apr 2026 |
| 5 | Eight Steeds, 1934 | Ink and color on paper | $10,125 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2025 |
| 6 | 霜天饮马图 | Ink and color on paper | $5,879 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2025 |
| 7 | Horses in a Landscape, 1979 | Hanging scroll painting | $5,146 | Chiswick Auctions | Nov 2018 |
| 8 | Groom and Horse, 1947 | Ink and colour on gold-flecked paper; ink on paper, folding fan | $3,268 | Sotheby's | Jun 2026 |
| 9 | 牧归图, 1927 | 设色纸本 (color on paper) | $2,882 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Aug 2025 |
| 10 | 柏鹿图, 1960 | 镜心 | $2,878 | Duoyunxuan Auction (上海朵云轩拍卖) | Mar 2024 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 8 | $3,075 |
| Other | 11 | $1,425 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 5 | $5,146 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $2,441 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 125 results from 13 houses · How we compute these figures
Yin Zixiang is a Chinese artist with 147 auction lots recorded since 1995, median price $2,953. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Yin Zixiang sold in 2026 for $3,268, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Yin Zixiang on OpeningBid →What is a Yin Zixiang work worth?
Across 125 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Yin Zixiang work is $2,953.
The median Yin Zixiang painting sells for $4,156 across 19 lots.
The median Yin Zixiang work on paper sells for $4,573 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 20 | $4,156‡ | $12,905 | 95% | 2024-03-10 |
| Works on Paper | 13 | $4,573‡ | $37,418‡ | — | 2026-06-16 |
| Photography | 2 | — | — | 50% | 2011-12-15 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $37,418‡ |
| Paintings | 2013 | $12,905 |
| Works on Paper | 2026 | $10,622 |
| Paintings | 2018 | $5,146 |
‡ 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 Yin Zixiang worth?
Across 125 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Yin Zixiang work is $2,953. The median Yin Zixiang painting sells for $4,156 across 19 lots. The median Yin Zixiang work on paper sells for $4,573 across 13 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Yin Zixiang painting?
Based on 19 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Yin Zixiang painting is $4,156. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Yin Zixiang's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Yin Zixiang painting is $12,905.
What is the average price of a Yin Zixiang work on paper?
Based on 13 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Yin Zixiang work on paper is $4,573. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Yin Zixiang's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Yin Zixiang work on paper is $37,418. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is Yin Zixiang's auction record?
Yin Zixiang's auction record is $117,923, set in 2014.
See the full Yin Zixiang record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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