> Source: https://www.openingbid.art/artist/zhao-zhichen-2 · updated 2026-11-03

# Zhao Zhichen (1781–1860)

## What is Zhao Zhichen’s work worth? {#value}

As of 3 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 216 auction results for Zhao Zhichen at 14 houses since 1996. Over the last 24 months the median price was $15,758 including buyer’s premium (middle half $5,411–$27,274, n=29). The auction record is $149,894 for Poetry and landscape on pine and stone (2019, Guangzhou Huayi International Auction (Holly's)). Source: OpeningBid, an independent auction-results database.

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

| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Poetry and landscape on pine and stone, Qing dynasty | Red sandalwood | $149,894 | Guangzhou Huayi International Auction (Holly's) | Aug 2019 |
| 2 | 清·赵之琛刻寿山石闲章, 1833年作 | Shoushan stone | $69,952 | Xiling Yinshe Auction (西泠印社拍卖) | Dec 2017 |
| 3 | Qingtian stone seal engraved for Sun Lanzhi's private use, 1807年作 | Qingtian stone | $60,236 | Xiling Yinshe Auction (西泠印社拍卖) | Jul 2024 |
| 4 | 清·赵之琛刻田黄石素方章, 1807年作 | Tianhuang stone | $50,715 | Xiling Yinshe Auction (西泠印社拍卖) | Dec 2017 |
| 5 | 吟琴读画楼 | Black rutilated quartz (墨晶石) | $47,676 | China Guardian (中国嘉德) | May 2025 |
| 6 | 清·赵之琛刻昌化石闲章, Qing dynasty | Changhua stone seal | $44,923 | Xiling Yinshe Auction (西泠印社拍卖) | Jul 2025 |
| 7 | 自有乐地 | Qingtian stone | $33,820 | China Guardian (中国嘉德) | May 2026 |
| 8 | 清·赵之琛刻寿山石朱芬自用印, Qing dynasty | Shoushan stone seal | $33,692 | Xiling Yinshe Auction (西泠印社拍卖) | Jul 2025 |
| 9 | 清·赵之琛刻青田石闲章, 1811年作 | Qingtian stone seal | $32,822 | Xiling Yinshe Auction (西泠印社拍卖) | Dec 2025 |

**Top auction records: prints & editions**

| # | Work | Medium | Price | House | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 清·赵之琛刻闲章一对, 1846年作 | Engraved seals | $44,563 | Xiling Yinshe Auction (西泠印社拍卖) | Dec 2014 |

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

| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 65 | $11,284 |

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

| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 5 | $23,739 |
| Large (over 120 cm) | 15 | $15,652 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 41 | $10,715 |

Data as of 3 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 216 results from 14 houses · [How we compute these figures](https://www.openingbid.art/methodology/price-data)


Zhao Zhichen is a Chinese artist with 243 auction lots recorded since 1996, median price $9,904. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.

A work by Zhao Zhichen sold in 2026 for $33,820, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.

## What is a Zhao Zhichen work worth?

Across 215 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Zhao Zhichen work is $9,904.

The median Zhao Zhichen work on paper sells for $6,052 across 8 lots.

The median Zhao Zhichen painting sells for $4,791 across 3 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 | 1 | — | — | — | 2005-07-10 |
| Paintings | 4 | $4,791 | $4,791 | 75% | 2022-11-11 |
| Works on Paper | 8 | $6,052‡ | $12,248 | — | 2023-04-24 |
| Sculpture & Installation | 2 | — | — | 50% | 2010-12-17 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 5 | $60,236 | $149,894 | — | 2025-05-11 |

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

## Notable results

| Medium | Year | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Works on Paper | 2020 | $12,248 |
| Works on Paper | 2014 | $11,039 |
| Paintings | 2022 | $4,791 |

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 Zhao Zhichen worth?

Across 215 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Zhao Zhichen work is $9,904. The median Zhao Zhichen work on paper sells for $6,052 across 8 lots. The median Zhao Zhichen painting sells for $4,791 across 3 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).

### What is Zhao Zhichen's auction record?

Zhao Zhichen's auction record is $149,894, set in 2019.

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Data last updated 2026-11-03. OpeningBid tracks 15,596,131 auction lots from 579 auction houses, refreshed nightly.

Cite this page as: OpeningBid, “Zhao Zhichen auction prices”, https://www.openingbid.art/artist/zhao-zhichen-2 (updated 2026-11-03).

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.