Zhang Qian (1853–1926)
What is Zhang Qian’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 34 auction results for Zhang Qian at 9 houses since 1996. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,295 including buyer’s premium (middle half $961–$2,236, n=5). The auction record is $8,492 for Visiting a Friend with a Stick (2025, 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 | Visiting a Friend with a Stick | Ink and color on silk | $8,492 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2025 |
| 2 | Ink rubbing from Zhang Qian Tablet | 纸本 册页（五十四开） | $6,226 | Xiling Yinshe Auction (西泠印社拍卖) | Jun 2009 |
| 3 | Han Zhang Qian Bei | Rubbing | $2,808 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2014 |
| 4 | Han Zhang Qian Bei, Han dynasty | Stela | $2,770 | Beijing Hanhai Auction (北京翰海拍卖) | May 2014 |
| 5 | 行书七言联 | Ink on paper | $2,236 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | May 2025 |
| 6 | Han Zhang Qian Bei Bing Bei Yin Ji E, 清晚期拓本 | 1册 | $1,295 | China Guardian (中国嘉德) | Nov 2025 |
| 7 | 行书七言联 | 水墨纸本 | $1,038 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jul 2016 |
| 8 | 行书七言联 | Ink on paper | $961 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Aug 2025 |
| 9 | 行书《春夜喜雨》、行草《赤壁赋》、行书《风翻墨浪走蛟龙》、行书周恩来诗句 | 水墨纸本 | $898 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Nov 2021 |
| 10 | Poem in Running Script, 1910 | Ink on paper, hanging scroll | $621 | Bonhams | May 2026 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 7 | $1,295 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $929 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 34 results from 9 houses · How we compute these figures
Zhang Qian is a Chinese artist with 40 auction lots recorded since 1996, median price $2,236. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Zhang Qian sold in 2025 for $8,492, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Zhang Qian on OpeningBid →What is a Zhang Qian work worth?
Across 34 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Zhang Qian work is $2,236.
The median Zhang Qian work on paper sells for $1,038 across 11 lots.
The median Zhang Qian print sells for $15,246 across 2 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 | 2 | $15,246‡ | $29,197‡ | — | 2025-11-23 |
| Works on Paper | 11 | $1,038‡ | $22,265‡ | — | 2026-05-13 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $914–$1,936‡ | $999‡ | $4,961‡ |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Prints & Editions | 2017 | $29,197‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2022 | $22,265‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $8,492 |
| Prints & Editions | 2025 | $1,295 |
‡ 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 Qian worth?
Across 34 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Zhang Qian work is $2,236. The median Zhang Qian work on paper sells for $1,038 across 11 lots. The median Zhang Qian print sells for $15,246 across 2 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Zhang Qian work on paper?
Based on 11 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Zhang Qian work on paper is $1,038. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Zhang Qian's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Zhang Qian work on paper is $22,265. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is Zhang Qian's auction record?
Zhang Qian's auction record is $29,197, set in 2017. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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