Yu Zicai (1915–1992)
Yu Zicai is a Chinese artist with 132 auction lots recorded since 1995, median price $1,553. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Yu Zicai sold in 2025 for $4,153, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Yu Zicai on OpeningBid →What is a Yu Zicai work worth?
Across 112 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Yu Zicai work is $1,553.
The median Yu Zicai painting sells for $1,255 across 12 lots.
The median Yu Zicai work on paper sells for $1,214 across 8 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 | 12 | $1,255‡ | $2,181 | — | 2021-12-09 |
| Works on Paper | 9 | $1,214 | $2,742 | 88.9% | 2025-11-27 |
‡ 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) | 6 | $849–$1,513 | $1,214 | $2,742 |
Size is the work's longest edge. Cells appear only with at least 5 sold lots.
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2007 | $2,742 |
| Paintings | 2015 | $2,181 |
| Paintings | 2015 | $1,636‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2007 | $1,532 |
‡ 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 Zicai worth?
Across 112 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Yu Zicai work is $1,553. The median Yu Zicai painting sells for $1,255 across 12 lots. The median Yu Zicai work on paper sells for $1,214 across 8 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Yu Zicai painting?
Based on 12 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Yu Zicai painting is $1,255. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Yu Zicai's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Yu Zicai painting is $2,181.
What is Yu Zicai's auction record?
Yu Zicai's auction record is $7,271, set in 2015.
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