Zhang Guiming (1939–2014)
What is Zhang Guiming’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 206 auction results for Zhang Guiming at 8 houses since 1993. Over the last 24 months the median price was $3,210 including buyer’s premium (middle half $1,311–$7,650, n=30). The auction record is $37,057 for Pomegranate (2006, 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 | Pomegranate | 纸本设色 | $37,057 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2006 |
| 2 | Untitled | — | $22,469 | Duoyunxuan Auction (上海朵云轩拍卖) | Jul 2025 |
| 3 | 彩叶小鸟 | 镜片 (lens/glass) | $20,548 | Duoyunxuan Auction (上海朵云轩拍卖) | Dec 2024 |
| 4 | Yan Jingxin | 设色纸本 | $15,171 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Nov 2007 |
| 5 | 荷塘 镜片 | — | $13,436 | Duoyunxuan Auction (上海朵云轩拍卖) | Dec 2024 |
| 6 | 荷花小鸟 镜片 | — | $11,433 | Duoyunxuan Auction (上海朵云轩拍卖) | Dec 2025 |
| 7 | Untitled, 1997 | — | $10,432 | Duoyunxuan Auction (上海朵云轩拍卖) | Jul 2025 |
| 8 | Lotus Pond | Hanging scroll | $8,694 | Duoyunxuan Auction (上海朵云轩拍卖) | Dec 2024 |
| 9 | Jiwa | Hanging scroll | $8,167 | Duoyunxuan Auction (上海朵云轩拍卖) | Dec 2025 |
| 10 | Green Leaves and Cherries | — | $8,166 | Duoyunxuan Auction (上海朵云轩拍卖) | Dec 2025 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 37 | $3,210 |
| Paintings | 6 | $2,814 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 9 | $2,460 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 206 results from 8 houses · How we compute these figures
Zhang Guiming is a Chinese artist with 241 auction lots recorded since 1993, median price $3,210. Some sold prices are hammer-only and exclude the buyer's premium; they are marked on this page. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Zhang Guiming sold in 2025 for $8,166, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Zhang Guiming on OpeningBid →What is a Zhang Guiming work worth?
Across 206 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Zhang Guiming work is $3,210.
The median Zhang Guiming painting sells for $2,460 across 34 lots.
The median Zhang Guiming photograph sells for $3,210 across 3 lots.
The median Zhang Guiming work on paper sells for $1,884 across 1 lots.
Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
Price breakdown by category
| Category | Lots tracked | Median price | Record price | Sell-through | Last sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 35 | $2,460†‡ | $42,409‡ | 97.1% | 2025-03-29 |
| Works on Paper | 1 | $1,884 | $1,884 | — | 2021-12-04 |
| Photography | 3 | $3,210 | $3,210 | — | 2025-07-05 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $33,796‡ | $42,409‡ | — | 2010-12-05 |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 15 | $1,056–$10,361†‡ | $1,483†‡ | $42,409‡ |
† hammer price — buyer's premium not included. ‡ 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 | 2010 | $42,409‡ |
| Paintings | 2010 | $30,535‡ |
| Photography | 2025 | $3,210 |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $1,884 |
‡ 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 Zhang Guiming worth?
Across 206 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Zhang Guiming work is $3,210. The median Zhang Guiming painting sells for $2,460 across 34 lots. The median Zhang Guiming photograph sells for $3,210 across 3 lots. The median Zhang Guiming work on paper sells for $1,884 across 1 lots. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is the average price of a Zhang Guiming painting?
Based on 34 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Zhang Guiming painting is $2,460. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Zhang Guiming's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Zhang Guiming painting is $42,409. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a medium Zhang Guiming painting?
Based on 15 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Zhang Guiming painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $1,483, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Prices are premium-inclusive where the house records them; hammer-only prices exclude the buyer's premium, and some prices are not yet basis-verified.
What is Zhang Guiming's auction record?
Zhang Guiming's auction record is $42,409, set in 2010. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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