Zhang Shizhao (1881–1973)
What is Zhang Shizhao’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 204 auction results for Zhang Shizhao at 12 houses since 1995. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,569 including buyer’s premium (middle half $515–$3,001, n=6). The auction record is $51,939 for 臨〈唐集右軍聖教序並記〉 (2021, Sotheby's). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.
| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 臨〈唐集右軍聖教序並記〉 | Ink on paper, handscroll | $51,939 | Sotheby's | Apr 2021 |
| 2 | Poetry manuscript from Zhang Shizhao to Pan Boying | Manuscript | $49,006 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2017 |
| 3 | Poem manuscript to Deng Zhuxuan, 1955年作 | Manuscript | $32,107 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2017 |
| 4 | Preface to 'Yang Yizhi's Autumn Night Drafts' Album, 1951年作 | 水墨纸本 | $27,805 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2015 |
| 5 | Poetry manuscript regarding Pan Boying and Wu Huofan | Manuscript | $25,348 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2017 |
| 6 | Poem to Pan Boying | Manuscript | $23,658 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2017 |
| 7 | 读吴榖人《十国春秋》小乐府诗稿, 1966年作 | Calligraphy | $23,658 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2017 |
| 8 | Poetry manuscript from Zhang Shizhao to Pan Boying | Manuscript | $20,278 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2017 |
| 9 | 题三格格韫颖诗, 1955年作 | Calligraphy | $18,588 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2017 |
| 10 | Poetry manuscripts dedicated to friends | Manuscript | $16,054 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2017 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 52 | $7,604 |
| Works on paper | 5 | $4,869 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 9 | $16,054 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 23 | $8,271 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 14 | $6,759 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 204 results from 12 houses · How we compute these figures
Zhang Shizhao is a Chinese artist with 235 auction lots recorded since 1995, median price $8,360. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Zhang Shizhao sold in 2023 for $207,798, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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Across 204 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Zhang Shizhao work is $8,360.
The median Zhang Shizhao work on paper sells for $5,676 across 41 lots.
The median Zhang Shizhao print sells for $1,828 across 2 lots.
The median Zhang Shizhao photograph sells for $20,278 across 1 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 | 3 | $1,828‡ | $3,095‡ | 66.7% | 2024-01-15 |
| Paintings | 1 | — | — | — | 2005-09-03 |
| Works on Paper | 42 | $5,676‡ | $207,798 | 97.6% | 2026-04-26 |
| Photography | 1 | $20,278 | $20,278 | — | 2017-06-04 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 9 | $42,398‡ | $207,798 | — | 2023-07-04 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium (50–120 cm) | 19 | $2,379–$7,282‡ | $3,608‡ | $207,798 |
| large (over 120 cm) | 8 | $2,441–$13,550‡ | $8,086‡ | $51,939 |
‡ 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 | 2023 | $207,798 |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $51,939 |
| Photography | 2017 | $20,278 |
| Prints & Editions | 2021 | $3,095‡ |
| Prints & Editions | 2024 | $561‡ |
‡ 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 Shizhao worth?
Across 204 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Zhang Shizhao work is $8,360. The median Zhang Shizhao work on paper sells for $5,676 across 41 lots. The median Zhang Shizhao print sells for $1,828 across 2 lots. The median Zhang Shizhao photograph sells for $20,278 across 1 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Zhang Shizhao work on paper?
Based on 41 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Zhang Shizhao work on paper is $5,676. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Zhang Shizhao's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Zhang Shizhao work on paper is $207,798.
What is the average price of a medium Zhang Shizhao work on paper?
Based on 19 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Zhang Shizhao work on paper (medium (50–120 cm)) is $3,608, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Zhang Shizhao's auction record?
Zhang Shizhao's auction record is $209,807, set in 2023. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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