Zhao Zuo (1560–1643)
What is Zhao Zuo’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 78 auction results for Zhao Zuo at 12 houses since 1995. Over the last 24 months the median price was $11,797 including buyer’s premium (middle half $4,506–$29,313, n=10). The auction record is $674,428 for 溪山无尽图 (2011, 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 | 溪山无尽图 | 设色纸本 | $674,428 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2011 |
| 2 | 山村水野图 | 设色绢本 | $203,902 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2015 |
| 3 | Landscape, 1609年作 | 设色纸本 册页（十二页） | $142,758 | Xiling Yinshe Auction (西泠印社拍卖) | Jul 2024 |
| 4 | Mountain Forest in the Autumn, 1609年作 | 纸本 扇页 | $122,908 | Xiling Yinshe Auction (西泠印社拍卖) | Dec 2024 |
| 5 | Junipers and Rocks, 1597 | Fan leaf, mounted and framed, ink on gold-flecked paper | $107,100 | Christie's | Nov 2006 |
| 6 | Pine Creek and Secluded Valley | 设色绢本 立轴 | $98,476 | Xiling Yinshe Auction (西泠印社拍卖) | Dec 2025 |
| 7 | Autumn Landscape, 1570 | Ink and colour on gold paper, fan leaf | $74,126 | Sotheby's | Oct 2024 |
| 8 | READING IN THE MOUNTAIN RETREAT, 1916 | Ink and color on silk, hanging scroll | $68,750 | Sotheby's | Mar 2013 |
| 9 | Landscape | Ink and colour on silk, hanging scroll | $48,649 | Sotheby's | Apr 2024 |
| 10 | Landscape 山林小屋 | Ink and colour on gold paper, fan leaf | $38,828 | Sotheby's | Apr 2023 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Works on paper | 13 | $32,760 |
| Other | 12 | $23,542 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Large (over 120 cm) | 7 | $98,476 |
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 5 | $35,052 |
| Small (under 50 cm) | 11 | $11,563 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 78 results from 12 houses · How we compute these figures
Zhao Zuo is a Chinese artist with 109 auction lots recorded since 1995, median price $19,859. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Zhao Zuo sold in 2025 for $98,476, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Zhao Zuo on OpeningBid →What is a Zhao Zuo work worth?
Across 78 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Zhao Zuo work is $19,859.
The median Zhao Zuo work on paper sells for $33,370 across 27 lots.
The median Zhao Zuo painting sells for $8,940 across 9 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 | 10 | $8,940‡ | $115,521‡ | 90% | 2022-08-20 |
| Works on Paper | 30 | $33,370‡ | $5.1M‡ | 90% | 2025-10-10 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 12 | $244,290‡ | $6.1M‡ | — | 2024-12-29 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 8 | $10,569–$52,220‡ | $12,268‡ | $157,421‡ |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 9 | $9,792–$38,828‡ | $32,760‡ | $80,525‡ |
| large (over 120 cm) | 6 | $37,190–$3.3M‡ | $58,237‡ | $5.1M‡ |
‡ 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 | 2020 | $5.1M‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2018 | $4.4M‡ |
| Paintings | 2021 | $115,521‡ |
| Paintings | 2021 | $77,351‡ |
‡ 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 Zhao Zuo worth?
Across 78 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Zhao Zuo work is $19,859. The median Zhao Zuo work on paper sells for $33,370 across 27 lots. The median Zhao Zuo painting sells for $8,940 across 9 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Zhao Zuo work on paper?
Based on 27 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Zhao Zuo work on paper is $33,370. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Zhao Zuo's most expensive work on paper?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Zhao Zuo work on paper is $5,088,822. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is Zhao Zuo's auction record?
Zhao Zuo's auction record is $6,080,529, set in 2018. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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