Zhang Shi-yuan (1898–1977)
What is Zhang Shi-yuan’s work worth?
As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 284 auction results for Zhang Shi-yuan at 17 houses since 1994. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,580 including buyer’s premium (middle half $805–$5,924, n=15). The auction record is $39,441 for Green and Blue Landscape; Poem in Running Script (2025, Bonhams). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Green and Blue Landscape; Poem in Running Script, 1952 | Ink on paper | $39,441 | Bonhams | Apr 2025 |
| 2 | Mountain Stream in the Mist, 1936 | Ink and colour on paper, framed | $38,700 | Sotheby's | Apr 2015 |
| 3 | Meihua Caotang | 设色、水墨纸本 | $35,570 | China Guardian (中国嘉德) | May 2013 |
| 4 | Clear Mountains after Snow | Ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll | $30,624 | Sotheby's | Apr 2014 |
| 5 | Four Seasons Landscapes, 1923 | 屏轴 (Screen scroll) | $28,452 | Duoyunxuan Auction (上海朵云轩拍卖) | Dec 2024 |
| 6 | 山林幽居, 1932 | 纸本 | $26,285 | China Guardian (中国嘉德) | Mar 2021 |
| 7 | LANDSCAPE AFTER LAN YING, 1940 | Ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll | $16,126 | Sotheby's | Apr 2009 |
| 8 | LOFTY MOUNTAIN LANDSCAPE, 1953 | Ink and colour on paper, folding fan | $16,097 | Sotheby's | Apr 2013 |
| 9 | Archaistic Gold-and-Blue Landscape; Calligraphy in Seal Script, 1898 | Ink and colour on paper | $13,251 | Bonhams | Oct 2026 |
| 10 | SUMMER LANDSCAPE, 1936 | Ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll | $12,903 | Sotheby's | Oct 2009 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 22 | $8,092 |
| Other | 20 | $2,891 |
| Paintings | 6 | $1,816 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 50 cm) | 8 | $8,322 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 13 | $4,895 |
Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 284 results from 17 houses · How we compute these figures
Zhang Shi-yuan is a Chinese artist with 341 auction lots recorded since 1994, median price $5,614. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Zhang Shi-yuan sold in 2026 for $13,251, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 284 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Zhang Shi-yuan work is $5,614.
The median Zhang Shi-yuan painting sells for $5,245 across 54 lots.
The median Zhang Shi-yuan work on paper sells for $9,092 across 49 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 | 59 | $5,245‡ | $38,700 | 91.5% | 2025-12-23 |
| Works on Paper | 52 | $9,092‡ | $39,441 | 94.2% | 2026-10-07 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $38,700‡ | $60,494‡ | — | 2025-04-29 |
‡ 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) | 7 | $2,660–$7,614‡ | $5,245‡ | $10,175‡ |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 5 | $2,522–$13,251‡ | $11,241‡ | $39,441 |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 9 | $4,904–$11,333‡ | $5,098‡ | $35,570 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2025 | $39,441 |
| Paintings | 2015 | $38,700 |
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $35,921‡ |
| Paintings | 2018 | $12,474 |
‡ 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 Shi-yuan worth?
Across 284 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Zhang Shi-yuan work is $5,614. The median Zhang Shi-yuan painting sells for $5,245 across 54 lots. The median Zhang Shi-yuan work on paper sells for $9,092 across 49 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Zhang Shi-yuan painting?
Based on 54 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Zhang Shi-yuan painting is $5,245. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Zhang Shi-yuan's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Zhang Shi-yuan painting is $38,700.
What is the average price of a Zhang Shi-yuan work on paper?
Based on 49 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Zhang Shi-yuan work on paper is $9,092. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Zhang Shi-yuan's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Zhang Shi-yuan work on paper is $39,441.
What is Zhang Shi-yuan's auction record?
Zhang Shi-yuan's auction record is $60,494, set in 2011. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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