Yuan Yao (b. 1971)
Yuan Yao is an artist with 17 auction lots recorded since 2015, median price $144,936.
A work by Yuan Yao sold in 2025 for $257,850, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Yuan Yao on OpeningBid →What is a Yuan Yao work worth?
Across 5 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Yuan Yao work is $144,936.
The median Yuan Yao work on paper sells for $116,528 across 4 lots.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 7 | $116,528 | $257,850 | 57.1% | 2025-04-30 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 3 | $205,983 | $257,850 | — | 2025-04-30 |
Notable results
| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $257,850 |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $144,936 |
The highest recorded result in each medium. See the full sale history on OpeningBid.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Yuan Yao worth?
Across 5 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Yuan Yao work is $144,936. The median Yuan Yao work on paper sells for $116,528 across 4 lots.
What is Yuan Yao's auction record?
Yuan Yao's auction record is $257,850, set in 2025.
See the full Yuan Yao record on OpeningBid — images, provenance, fair estimates and free sale alerts.
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