> Source: https://www.openingbid.art/artist/zhang-ding-2 · updated 2026-11-02

# Zhang Ding (1917–2010)

## What is Zhang Ding’s work worth? {#value}

As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 244 auction results for Zhang Ding at 16 houses since 1995. Over the last 24 months the median price was $2,642 including buyer’s premium (middle half $958–$7,511, n=10). The auction record is $325,267 for Songmingyan Jingxin (2012, Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖)). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.

**Top auction records: paintings, drawings & sculpture**

| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Songmingyan Jingxin, 1997年作 | 水墨纸本 | $325,267 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2012 |
| 2 | Qi Lian Qing Lan, 1994 | Hanging scroll | $313,688 | Poly Auction Hong Kong (保利香港拍賣) | Jul 2022 |
| 3 | 泰山朝阳图, 1984年作 | 设色纸本 | $215,350 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2015 |
| 4 | 狼山胜境 镜心 | 水墨纸本 | $108,327 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2012 |
| 5 | 泰山纪胜图卷 | 水墨纸本 | $89,018 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2015 |
| 6 | 农家瑞雪 | 设色纸本 | $81,246 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2012 |
| 7 | 麦季, 1996年作 | 水墨纸本 | $81,246 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2012 |
| 8 | 喝水岩流泉, 1990年作 | 水墨纸本 | $80,652 | Beijing Rongbao Auction (北京荣宝拍卖) | Jun 2015 |
| 9 | LANDSCAPE IN MOUNT WUYI, 1982 | Ink and colour on paper | $76,629 | Christie's | Oct 2004 |
| 10 | 秋塘寂静, 1995年作 | 水墨纸本 | $66,553 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2018 |


**Median price by medium (last 24 months, n ≥ 5)**

| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 22 | $41,505 |
| Other | 25 | $3,649 |

**Median price by size (last 24 months, n ≥ 5)**

| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 26 | $41,505 |
| Large (over 120 cm) | 10 | $6,008 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $5,250 |

Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 244 results from 16 houses · [How we compute these figures](https://www.openingbid.art/methodology/price-data)


Zhang Ding is a Chinese artist with 340 auction lots recorded since 1995, median price $45,112. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.

A work by Zhang Ding sold in 2022 for $313,688, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

## What is a Zhang Ding work worth?

Across 244 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Zhang Ding work is $45,112.

The median Zhang Ding painting sells for $58,477 across 123 lots.

The median Zhang Ding work on paper sells for $11,561 across 53 lots.

The median Zhang Ding print sells for $1,412 across 4 lots.

Medium (50–120 cm) Zhang Ding paintings typically sell for $44,597–$81,447 (the middle half of 86 sold lots).

Medium (50–120 cm) Zhang Ding work on papers typically sell for $3,067–$62,244 (the middle half of 26 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 4 | $1,412‡ | $2,348‡ | — | 2025-01-20 |
| Paintings | 124 | $58,477‡ | $355,848‡ | — | 2026-07-19 |
| Works on Paper | 53 | $11,561‡ | $215,350 | — | 2025-11-27 |
| Photography | 2 | $3,976 | $3,976 | — | 2024-11-29 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 31 | $138,781‡ | $669,540‡ | — | 2022-07-12 |

‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.

Zhang Ding's market splits by medium. Prints & Editions (4 lots) median $1,412. Paintings (124 lots) median $58,477, record $355,848. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified. A typical Zhang Ding painting sells for around 41× the price of a typical print. At the top of the market (top 5% of sales, 31 lots) the median is $138,781.

## Price by size

### Paintings

| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $6,964–$15,525‡ | $12,163‡ | $33,852 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 86 | $44,597–$81,447‡ | $58,367‡ | $355,848‡ |
| large (over 120 cm) | 23 | $51,210–$144,888‡ | $115,919‡ | $325,267 |

‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.

### Works on Paper

| Size | Sold lots | Typical range (p25–p75) | Median | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 26 | $3,067–$62,244‡ | $23,289‡ | $215,350 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 21 | $4,100–$25,889‡ | $7,238‡ | $108,327 |

‡ 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 | 2011 | $355,848‡ |
| Paintings | 2012 | $325,267 |
| Works on Paper | 2015 | $215,350 |
| Works on Paper | 2012 | $108,327 |
| Photography | 2024 | $3,976 |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $2,348‡ |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $476 |

‡ reported price — whether it includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.

The highest recorded result in each medium. The full sale history is in the OpeningBid app (free sign-up).

## Frequently asked questions

### What is a Zhang Ding worth?

Across 244 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Zhang Ding work is $45,112. The median Zhang Ding painting sells for $58,477 across 123 lots. The median Zhang Ding work on paper sells for $11,561 across 53 lots. The median Zhang Ding print sells for $1,412 across 4 lots. Medium (50–120 cm) Zhang Ding paintings typically sell for $44,597–$81,447 (the middle half of 86 sold lots). Medium (50–120 cm) Zhang Ding work on papers typically sell for $3,067–$62,244 (the middle half of 26 sold lots). Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).

### What is the average price of a Zhang Ding painting?

Based on 123 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Zhang Ding painting is $58,477. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).

### What is Zhang Ding's most expensive painting?

The highest price recorded at auction for a Zhang Ding painting is $355,848. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.

### What is the average price of a Zhang Ding work on paper?

Based on 53 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Zhang Ding work on paper is $11,561. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).

### What is Zhang Ding's most expensive work on paper?

The highest price recorded at auction for a Zhang Ding work on paper is $215,350.

### What is the average price of a medium Zhang Ding painting?

Based on 86 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Zhang Ding painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $58,367, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).

### What is the average price of a medium Zhang Ding work on paper?

Based on 26 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Zhang Ding work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $23,289, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).

### What is Zhang Ding's auction record?

Zhang Ding's auction record is $669,540, set in 2019. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.

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Data last updated 2026-11-02. OpeningBid tracks 15,390,829 auction lots from 577 auction houses, refreshed nightly.

Cite this page as: OpeningBid, “Zhang Ding auction prices”, https://www.openingbid.art/artist/zhang-ding-2 (updated 2026-11-02).

Historical auction data, not investment advice. Prices are premium-inclusive USD where the buyer's premium is recorded. Figures marked † are hammer prices (buyer's premium not included); ‡ marks a price whose basis is not yet verified. Non-USD results are converted at the sale month's rate.