Yu Jigao (b. 1932)
What is Yu Jigao’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 108 auction results for Yu Jigao at 11 houses since 2002. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,171 including buyer’s premium (middle half $485–$3,391, n=6). The auction record is $142,790 for Xiang Qing Yi Yuan (2011, Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖)). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Xiang Qing Yi Yuan, 1999年作 | 设色纸本 | $142,790 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jul 2011 |
| 2 | Fangyuan Chunhui, 2007年作 | 设色纸本 | $89,244 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jul 2011 |
| 3 | 桃花五福 | 设色纸本 | $56,266 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jul 2013 |
| 4 | 芭蕉双鸽, 1987年作 | 设色纸本 | $56,044 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2016 |
| 5 | 瑞雪, 1884年作 | 设色纸本 | $46,634 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Apr 2013 |
| 6 | 富贵长春, 1984年作 | 设色纸本 | $46,122 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2011 |
| 7 | He Ping Xin Chun | 设色纸本 | $30,194 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2006 |
| 8 | Red Plum and Small Bird, 1978年作 | 设色纸本 | $28,198 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Apr 2011 |
| 9 | 新春雅韵, 2002 | 设色纸本 (color on paper) | $15,187 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jul 2023 |
| 10 | White Plum and Parrot | 设色纸本 | $13,247 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Nov 2015 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 15 | $13,118 |
| Paintings | 9 | $1,529 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 7 | $15,187 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 11 | $13,247 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 108 results from 11 houses · How we compute these figures
Yu Jigao is a Chinese artist with 171 auction lots recorded since 1993, median price $9,009. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Yu Jigao is recorded as sold in 2023 for $21,112; whether the price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Yu Jigao on OpeningBid →What is a Yu Jigao work worth?
Across 108 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Yu Jigao work is $9,009.
The median Yu Jigao painting sells for $14,724 across 45 lots.
The median Yu Jigao work on paper sells for $5,763 across 5 lots.
Medium (50–120 cm) Yu Jigao paintings typically sell for $7,480–$27,847 (the middle half of 28 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 | 51 | $14,724‡ | $113,974‡ | 88.2% | 2026-01-21 |
| Works on Paper | 5 | $5,763‡ | $35,624‡ | — | 2025-08-10 |
| Photography | 1 | — | — | — | 2021-07-07 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $93,685‡ | $142,790 | — | 2013-12-18 |
‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
Price by size
Paintings
| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $1,123–$1,529‡ | $1,223‡ | $12,179‡ |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 28 | $7,480–$27,847‡ | $15,391‡ | $93,685‡ |
| large (over 120 cm) | 7 | $15,667–$79,590‡ | $20,245‡ | $113,974‡ |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2013 | $113,974‡ |
| Paintings | 2013 | $93,685‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $35,624‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2023 | $6,334‡ |
‡ 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 Jigao worth?
Across 108 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Yu Jigao work is $9,009. The median Yu Jigao painting sells for $14,724 across 45 lots. The median Yu Jigao work on paper sells for $5,763 across 5 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Yu Jigao paintings typically sell for $7,480–$27,847 (the middle half of 28 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Yu Jigao painting?
Based on 45 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Yu Jigao painting is $14,724. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Yu Jigao's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Yu Jigao painting is $113,974. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a medium Yu Jigao painting?
Based on 28 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Yu Jigao painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $15,391, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Yu Jigao's auction record?
Yu Jigao's auction record is $142,790, set in 2011.
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