Yu Jianhua (1895–1979)
Yu Jianhua is a Chinese artist with 61 auction lots recorded since 1997, median price $2,212. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Yu Jianhua sold in 2025 for $2,212, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Yu Jianhua on OpeningBid →What is a Yu Jianhua work worth?
Across 42 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Yu Jianhua work is $2,212.
The median Yu Jianhua work on paper sells for $1,565 across 7 lots.
The median Yu Jianhua painting sells for $2,204 across 6 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 | 6 | $2,204‡ | $7,087‡ | — | 2025-04-04 |
| Works on Paper | 7 | $1,565‡ | $5,879‡ | — | 2025-04-04 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2011 | $7,087‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $5,879‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $2,518‡ |
| Paintings | 2021 | $2,204‡ |
‡ 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 Yu Jianhua worth?
Across 42 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Yu Jianhua work is $2,212. The median Yu Jianhua work on paper sells for $1,565 across 7 lots. The median Yu Jianhua painting sells for $2,204 across 6 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Yu Jianhua's auction record?
Yu Jianhua's auction record is $7,087, set in 2011. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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