Zong Qixiang (1917–1999)
What is Zong Qixiang’s work worth?
As of 2 November 2026, OpeningBid has recorded 82 auction results for Zong Qixiang at 10 houses since 1997. Over the last 24 months the median price was $1,140 including buyer’s premium (middle half $600–$1,256, n=6). The auction record is $67,864 for Three Gorges Night View (2018, 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 | Three Gorges Night View | 设色纸本 | $67,864 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Jun 2018 |
| 2 | 夜航 镜心 | 设色纸本 | $37,746 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2013 |
| 3 | 雪妒桃花 | 设色纸本 | $9,905 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Aug 2015 |
| 4 | The Shores of Qingdao, circa 1947 | Ink and colour on paper, framed | $8,097 | Sotheby's | Oct 2021 |
| 5 | 渔舟柏溪图 | 设色纸本 | $3,585 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Dec 2019 |
| 6 | 自古寻春早 | 设色纸本 | $3,241 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | May 2018 |
| 7 | 长江大桥 | — | $3,228 | China Zhonghongxin International Auction | Jan 2022 |
| 8 | 双虎图 | 设色纸本 | $3,222 | Beijing Rongbao Auction (北京荣宝拍卖) | Nov 2009 |
| 9 | Guo Se Tian Xiang | 设色纸本 | $2,256 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | Oct 2014 |
| 10 | Spring Flowers, 1976 | Ink and color on paper | $1,905 | Beijing Poly International Auction (北京保利国际拍卖) | May 2024 |
| Medium | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 10 | $2,564 |
| Other | 13 | $1,146 |
| Size | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Medium (50-120 cm) | 12 | $1,523 |
Data as of 2 November 2026 · Source: OpeningBid, 82 results from 10 houses · How we compute these figures
Zong Qixiang is a Chinese artist with 141 auction lots recorded since 1997, median price $1,840. Some sold prices are not yet verified as premium-inclusive or hammer, and are marked on this page.
A work by Zong Qixiang is recorded as sold in 2024 for $6,669; whether the price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results.
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View Zong Qixiang on OpeningBid →What is a Zong Qixiang work worth?
Across 82 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Zong Qixiang work is $1,840.
The median Zong Qixiang painting sells for $3,585 across 28 lots.
The median Zong Qixiang work on paper sells for $1,475 across 8 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 | 32 | $3,585‡ | $68,303‡ | 87.5% | 2026-01-16 |
| Works on Paper | 8 | $1,475‡ | $7,735‡ | — | 2021-12-04 |
| Masterpieces (top of market) | 4 | $61,741‡ | $68,303‡ | — | 2018-06-17 |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| small (under 50 cm) | 6 | $536–$3,168‡ | $1,567‡ | $7,488‡ |
| medium (50–120 cm) | 18 | $1,314–$12,011‡ | $3,869‡ | $68,303‡ |
‡ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Paintings | 2014 | $68,303‡ |
| Paintings | 2018 | $67,864 |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $7,735‡ |
| Works on Paper | 2021 | $5,982‡ |
‡ 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 Zong Qixiang worth?
Across 82 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median price of a Zong Qixiang work is $1,840. The median Zong Qixiang painting sells for $3,585 across 28 lots. The median Zong Qixiang work on paper sells for $1,475 across 8 lots. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is the average price of a Zong Qixiang painting?
Based on 28 sold lots tracked by OpeningBid, the median auction price of a Zong Qixiang painting is $3,585. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Zong Qixiang's most expensive painting?
The highest price recorded at auction for a Zong Qixiang painting is $68,303. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
What is the average price of a medium Zong Qixiang painting?
Based on 18 sold lots, the median auction price of a medium Zong Qixiang painting (medium (50–120 cm)) is $3,869, according to OpeningBid's index of auction results. Some prices are not yet basis-verified (premium-inclusive or hammer).
What is Zong Qixiang's auction record?
Zong Qixiang's auction record is $68,303, set in 2014. Whether that record price includes the buyer's premium is not yet verified.
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