Wu Zuoren Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Wu Zuoren Art Value Price Guide

Nov. 16, 2024
WU ZUOREN: INK AND COLOR ON PAPER PAINTING 'EAGLE'
Est: $300 - $500
吴作人，展翅长空。 Wu Zuoren: Ink and color on paper painting 'Eagle' 此手爐圓形，爐蓋鏤空花紋，整體呈棗皮紅色包漿，爐內有斑駁綠銹，顯示出整體的滄桑感，壁厚器重，穩重渾樸，打磨精良，光澤柔和，大方得體，名家風範。底款：“張鳴岐製”。
Mega International Auction
Nov. 16, 2024
WU ZUOREN: INK AND COLOR ON PAPER PAINTING 'PANDA'
Est: $300 - $500
吴作人，熊猫。 Wu Zuoren: Ink and color on paper painting 'Panda' The jade carving depicts mythical beast Pixiu walking on the ground with four legs, head raised and mouth open, the jade is of mottled celadon color tone with russet.
Mega International Auction
Oct. 17, 2024
WU ZUOREN 吳作人 (1908-1997): 'BUFFALO', INK ON PAPER
Est: €500 - €1,000
Wu Zuoren 吳作人 (1908-1997): 'Buffalo', ink on paper Dim.: 123,5 x 67 cm (the scroll) Dim.: 43,5 x 64 cm (the work)
Rob Michiels Auctions
Oct. 05, 2024
WU ZUOREN PANDA BAMBOO PICTURE HAND SCROLL
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
吴作人熊猫翠竹图手卷长卷王雪涛宋文治胡絜青许麟庐刘九庵题后跋启功题引首形态各异憨掬可爱惟妙惟肖 Wu Zuoren panda bamboo picture hand scroll
Mega International Auction
Sep. 21, 2024
WU ZUOREN, GOLDFISH, HANGING SCROLL
Est: $600 - $800
吴作人
Mega International Auction
Sep. 05, 2024
WU ZUOREN (1908-1997): ‘GOLDFISH IN A LOTUS POND’
Est: €1,500 - €3,000
WU ZUOREN (1908-1997): ‘GOLDFISH IN A LOTUS POND’ China, 20th century. Ink and watercolors on paper, laid down on paper. Finely painted with a red and a black goldfish, each with trailing trifurcated tails, frolicking beneath three lily pads and yellow lotus blossoms. Inscriptions: To the right-hand edge, signed ‘Zuoren’, dated ‘In the spring of 1979’, and titled ‘By the pond’. Sealed on the upper left edge, ‘Yuushui,’ and to the bottom right corner, ‘Wu Zuoren.’ Provenance: From a private collection in Houston, Texas, USA. Condition: Very good condition with minor wear, light soiling, and some foxing. Dimensions: Image size 34 x 22.8 cm, Size incl. frame 40 x 28.8 cm Wu Zuoren (1908-1997) was a Chinese painter. Born in Suzhou, Jiangsu province, he successfully practiced both traditional Chinese ink painting and European oil painting. His ability was recognized by Xu Beihong while he studied in the department of fine arts at Shanghai Art University in 1927, and one year later he followed Xu to study at the National Central University (renamed Nanjing University in 1949). In 1930 he traveled abroad to study in Europe, returning to China in 1935. With the establishment of the People's Republic of China, Wu joined the China Artists Association, later elected as vice president. In 1949 he also became a professor and the first provost of the China Central Academy of Fine Arts. Presented with the opportunity to design postage stamps for the People’s Republic, he designed the famous Giant Panda stamps first issued in 1963, which established the giant panda as the emblem of the new China. Wu Zuoren founded and endowed the Wu Zuoren International Foundation of Fine Arts. Auction result comparison: Type: Closely related Auction: Bonhams Hong Kong, 9 October 2014, lot 2 Price: HKD 187,500 or approx. EUR 27,000 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writing Description: Wu Zuoren (1908-1997): Amusement of Goldfish Expert remark: Compare the closely related motif, style, and calligraphy on this painting dated 1977. Note the size (41 x 34.5 cm). Auction result comparison: Type: Closely related Auction: Christie’s Hong Kong, 28 February 2023, lot 71 Price: HKD 113,400 or approx. EUR 13,000 converted at the time of writing Description: Wu Zuoren (1908-1997): Gold fishes Expert remark: Compare the closely related motif with two goldfish swimming beneath lily pads. Note the size (53.3 x 27 cm) and that the painting is not dated.
Galerie Zacke
Aug. 22, 2024
WU ZUOREN, ATTRIBUTED TO, FISH FUN
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
WU ZUOREN, ATTRIBUTED TO, FISH FUN .Hanging scroll, ink on paper .99×51cm
China Arts Auction
Aug. 10, 2024
WU ZUOREN: INK AND COLOR ON PAPER PAINTING 'CAMEL'
Est: $400 - $600
吴作人骆驼，纸本设色，立轴 wu zuoren: ink and color on paper painting 'camel'
Mega International Auction
Jun. 30, 2024
WU ZUOREN (1908-1997), CALLIGRAPHY
Est: -
69×41cm; on paper; with photo reference;
Fukuoka Yumekai Auction
Jun. 28, 2024
WU ZUOREN (1908-1997): ‘GOLDFISH IN A LOTUS POND’
Est: €1,500 - €3,000
WU ZUOREN (1908-1997): ‘GOLDFISH IN A LOTUS POND’ China, 20th century. Ink and watercolors on paper, laid down on paper. Finely painted with a red and a black goldfish, each with trailing trifurcated tails, frolicking beneath three lily pads and yellow lotus blossoms. Inscriptions: To the right-hand edge, signed ‘Zuoren’, dated ‘In the spring of 1979’, and titled ‘By the pond’. Sealed on the upper left edge, ‘Yuushui,’ and to the bottom right corner, ‘Wu Zuoren.’ Provenance: From a private collection in Houston, Texas, USA. Condition: Very good condition with minor wear, light soiling, and some foxing. Dimensions: Image size 34 x 22.8 cm, Size incl. frame 40 x 28.8 cm Wu Zuoren (1908-1997) was a Chinese painter. Born in Suzhou, Jiangsu province, he successfully practiced both traditional Chinese ink painting and European oil painting. His ability was recognized by Xu Beihong while he studied in the department of fine arts at Shanghai Art University in 1927, and one year later he followed Xu to study at the National Central University (renamed Nanjing University in 1949). In 1930 he traveled abroad to study in Europe, returning to China in 1935. With the establishment of the People's Republic of China, Wu joined the China Artists Association, later elected as vice president. In 1949 he also became a professor and the first provost of the China Central Academy of Fine Arts. Presented with the opportunity to design postage stamps for the People’s Republic, he designed the famous Giant Panda stamps first issued in 1963, which established the giant panda as the emblem of the new China. Wu Zuoren founded and endowed the Wu Zuoren International Foundation of Fine Arts. Auction result comparison: Type: Closely related Auction: Bonhams Hong Kong, 9 October 2014, lot 2 Price: HKD 187,500 or approx. EUR 27,000 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writing Description: Wu Zuoren (1908-1997): Amusement of Goldfish Expert remark: Compare the closely related motif, style, and calligraphy on this painting dated 1977. Note the size (41 x 34.5 cm). Auction result comparison: Type: Closely related Auction: Christie’s Hong Kong, 28 February 2023, lot 71 Price: HKD 113,400 or approx. EUR 13,000 converted at the time of writing Description: Wu Zuoren (1908-1997): Gold fishes Expert remark: Compare the closely related motif with two goldfish swimming beneath lily pads. Note the size (53.3 x 27 cm) and that the painting is not dated.
Galerie Zacke
Jun. 15, 2024
WU ZUOREN FIGURES STORY HAND SCROLL
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
吴作人漠上风光手卷长卷启功题引首沙曼翁钱君匋田世光王己千谢稚柳赵朴初题后跋精装裱 Wu Zuoren figures story hand scroll
Mega International Auction
Jun. 08, 2024
Attributed To Wu Zuoren, Chinese Eagle Painting, Hanging scroll
Est: $1,500 - $2,500
Attributed To Wu Zuoren, Chinese Eagle Painting, Hanging scroll Length:68cm, Width:48cm,
China Arts Auction
Jun. 01, 2024
Wu Zuoren's Standing Scroll of "Far-sighted Vision" on Colored Paper
Est: $3,000 - $4,000
112x63cm
Hotspot Auctions
Jun. 01, 2024
WU ZUOREN (1908-1997) Lotus and Goldfish, 1978
Est: $60,000 - $80,000
WU ZUOREN (1908-1997) Lotus and Goldfish, 1978 Ink and colour on paper, hanging scroll Signed Zuoren, with a dedication and two artist's seals Dated 1978 98.6 x 45cm (38⅞ x 17¾in)
Bonhams
May. 31, 2024
WU ZUOREN (1908-1997) Panda Eating Bamboo Scroll, mounted and framed, ink a
Est: $50,000 - $70,000
WU ZUOREN (1908-1997) Panda Eating Bamboo Scroll, mounted and framed, ink and colour on paper 66.5 x 45 cm. (26 1⁄8 x 17 ¾ in.)
Christie's
May. 18, 2024
WU ZUOREN'S "STILL LIFE" OIL PAINTING FRAMED
Est: $500 - $700
吴作人《静物》油画包框 Wu Zuoren's "Still Life" oil painting framed
Mega International Auction
May. 17, 2024
1977 WU ZUOREN LOTUS & GOLD FISH PAINTING
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Artist: Wu Zuoren (3 November 1908 - 9 April 1997) Lotus & Gold Fish Painting Ink and color on paper, Yisebiao mount, Vertical Axis Painting (Sight): Length: 81 cm, Width: 33 cm Dated: 1977 Signed/Seal(s): Signed, with Two seals PROVENANCE: These Important Paintings collection all originated from one prominent collector, spanning from Lot-95 to Lot-160 (Day 1), continuing from Lot-402 to Lot-456 (Day 2). LOT NOTES: Wu Zuoren (3 November 1908 - 9 April 1997) was a Chinese painter. A native of Jing County, Anhui, he was born in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province. He practiced both traditional Chinese ink painting and European oil painting.
Eden Fine Antiques Galleries LLC
May. 16, 2024
1972 WU ZUOREN LOTUS & GOLD FISH PAINTING
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Artist: Wu Zuoren (3 November 1908 - 9 April 1997) Lotus & Gold Fish Painting Ink and color on paper, Yisebiao mount, Vertical Axis Painting (Sight): Length: 125 cm, Width: 54 cm Dated: 1972 Signed/Seal(s): Signed, with an Artist seal PROVENANCE: These Important Paintings collection all originated from one prominent collector, spanning from Lot-95 to Lot-160 (Day 1), continuing from Lot-402 to Lot-456 (Day 2). LOT NOTES: Wu Zuoren (3 November 1908 - 9 April 1997) was a Chinese painter. A native of Jing County, Anhui, he was born in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province. He practiced both traditional Chinese ink painting and European oil painting.
Eden Fine Antiques Galleries LLC
May. 13, 2024
WU ZUOREN, ATTRIBUTED TO, CALLIGRAPHY
Est: $600 - $800
WU ZUOREN, ATTRIBUTED TO, CALLIGRAPHY , Mounted and unframed, ink on paper, 28×19cm(2)
China Arts Auction
May. 04, 2024
WU ZUOREN: INK AND COLOR ON PAPER PAINTING 'CAMELS'
Est: $600 - $900
吴作人（1908-1997）油田驼运。纸本设色，镜芯。 WU ZUOREN: INK AND COLOR ON PAPER PAINTING 'CAMELS' Dimensions Length: 26 7/8 in (68.0 cm) Width: 54 3/8 in (138.0 cm)
Mega International Auction
Apr. 17, 2024
Wu Zuoren (1908-1997) Calligraphy in Running Style (4)
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Wu Zuoren (1908-1997) Calligraphy in Running Style Ink on paper, horizontal scroll Inscribed with one seal of the artist, and dedicated to daughter of Wong Lam Sang (1942-2016) Dated 1981 6.5 x 45.0cm
Bonhams
Apr. 11, 2024
WU ZUOREN (1908-1997): ‘GOLDFISH IN A LOTUS POND’
Est: €2,000 - €4,000
WU ZUOREN (1908-1997): ‘GOLDFISH IN A LOTUS POND’ China, 20th century. Ink and watercolors on paper, laid down on paper. Finely painted with a red and a black goldfish, each with trailing trifurcated tails, frolicking beneath three lily pads and yellow lotus blossoms. Inscriptions: To the right-hand edge, signed ‘Zuoren’, dated ‘In the spring of 1979’, and titled ‘By the pond’. Sealed on the upper left edge, ‘Yuushui,’ and to the bottom right corner, ‘Wu Zuoren.’ Provenance: From a private collection in Houston, Texas, USA. Condition: Very good condition with minor wear, light soiling, and some foxing. Dimensions: Image size 34 x 22.8 cm, Size incl. frame 40 x 28.8 cm Wu Zuoren (1908-1997) was a Chinese painter. Born in Suzhou, Jiangsu province, he successfully practiced both traditional Chinese ink painting and European oil painting. His ability was recognized by Xu Beihong while he studied in the department of fine arts at Shanghai Art University in 1927, and one year later he followed Xu to study at the National Central University (renamed Nanjing University in 1949). In 1930 he traveled abroad to study in Europe, returning to China in 1935. With the establishment of the People's Republic of China, Wu joined the China Artists Association, later elected as vice president. In 1949 he also became a professor and the first provost of the China Central Academy of Fine Arts. Presented with the opportunity to design postage stamps for the People’s Republic, he designed the famous Giant Panda stamps first issued in 1963, which established the giant panda as the emblem of the new China. Wu Zuoren founded and endowed the Wu Zuoren International Foundation of Fine Arts. Auction result comparison: Type: Closely related Auction: Bonhams Hong Kong, 9 October 2014, lot 2 Price: HKD 187,500 or approx. EUR 27,000 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writing Description: Wu Zuoren (1908-1997): Amusement of Goldfish Expert remark: Compare the closely related motif, style, and calligraphy on this painting dated 1977. Note the size (41 x 34.5 cm). Auction result comparison: Type: Closely related Auction: Christie’s Hong Kong, 28 February 2023, lot 71 Price: HKD 113,400 or approx. EUR 13,000 converted at the time of writing Description: Wu Zuoren (1908-1997): Gold fishes Expert remark: Compare the closely related motif with two goldfish swimming beneath lily pads. Note the size (53.3 x 27 cm) and that the painting is not dated.
Galerie Zacke
Mar. 24, 2024
ATTRIBUTED TO WU ZUOREN - Two Pandas
Est: $600 - $800
ATTRIBUTED TO WU ZUOREN (Chinese, 1908-1997) "Two Pandas" - Ink on paper. Signed upper left. 13 x 18 inches (image), 21.5 x 49 inches (scroll). Excellent condition. From the University of Regina, President's Art Collection, Shumiatcher Donation. Collection of Dr. Morris C. Shumiatcher, O.C., S.O.M., Q.C. and Dr. Jacqui Clay Shumiatcher, O.C., S.O.M.
Saskatchewan Network for Art Collecting
Mar. 17, 2024
A Chinese 'goldfish' painting, by Wu Zuoren (Chinese, 1908-1997)
Est: $800 - $1,200
A Chinese 'goldfish' painting by Wu Zuoren (Chinese, 1908-1997) With inscription, signature, and seal; framed. H: 13 3/4, W: 18 1/4 in. H: 34.93, W: 46.36 cm. (sight) Click here for high resolution images.
Oakridge Auction Gallery
Feb. 24, 2024
WU ZUOREN: INK AND COLOR ON PAPER PAINTING 'PANDA'
Est: $500 - $700
吴作人，熊猫。 Wu Zuoren: Ink and color on paper painting 'Panda'
Mega International Auction
Feb. 24, 2024
WU ZUOREN', "STILL LIFE" OIL PAINTING FRAMED
Est: $500 - $700
吴作人《静物》油画包框 Wu Zuoren', "Still Life" oil painting framed
Mega International Auction
Feb. 24, 2024
WU ZUOREN: INK AND COLOR ON PAPER PAINTING 'EAGLE'
Est: $500 - $700
吴作人，展翅长空。 Wu Zuoren: Ink and color on paper painting 'Eagle'
Mega International Auction
Jan. 20, 2024
WU ZUOREN'S GOLDFISH PICTURE HAND SCROLL
Est: $2,500 - $3,500
吴作人金鱼图手卷 Wu Zuoren's goldfish picture hand scroll
Mega International Auction
Jan. 20, 2024
WU ZUOREN:INK AND COLOR ON PAPER PAINTING 'CAMEL'
Est: $600 - $900
吴作人（1908-1997）骆驼，纸本设色，立轴。 wu zuoren:ink and color on paper painting 'camel'
Mega International Auction
Jan. 18, 2024
WU ZUOREN, ATTRIBUTED TO, FISH FUN
Est: $800 - $1,200
WU ZUOREN, ATTRIBUTED TO, FISH FUN. Hanging scroll, ink on paper. 99x51cm. Condition:There are creases and stains on the frame and painting.
China Arts Auction
Dec. 30, 2023
吴作人(1908 - 1997) 荷花金鱼 Wu Zuoren Golden Fish and Lotus
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
吴作人 (1908 - 1997) 荷花金鱼设色水墨纸本立轴 1973 年作款识：一九七三年作人图于北京钤印：(吴作人) Wu Zuoren Golden Fish and Lotus Hanging Scroll, Ink & Color on Paper Dated 1973 Signed Zuoren, with one artist seal
Gianguan Auctions
Dec. 24, 2023
WU ZUOREN (1908-1997), CALLIGRAPHY
Est: -
on paper, framed; 32×45cm　
Fukuoka Yumekai Auction
Dec. 24, 2023
WU ZUOREN (1908-1997), CAMELS
Est: -
on paper, framed; 38×48.5cm　
Fukuoka Yumekai Auction
Dec. 02, 2023
WU ZUOREN: INK AND COLOR ON PAPER PAINTING 'CAMEL'
Est: $700 - $1,000
吴作人（1908-1997）骆驼。纸本设色，立轴。 wu zuoren: ink and color on paper painting 'camel'
Mega International Auction
Dec. 02, 2023
WU ZUOREN GOBI CAMEL ROARING PAINTING VERTICAL AXIS FINE MOUNTED
Est: $900 - $1,500
吴作人戈壁驼啸图立轴精装裱 Wu Zuoren Gobi Camel Roaring Painting Vertical Axis Fine Mounted
Mega International Auction
Dec. 02, 2023
WU ZUOREN: INK AND COLOR ON PAPER PAINTING 'CAMELS'
Est: $700 - $1,000
吴作人（1908-1997）油田驼运。纸本设色，镜芯。 wu zuoren: ink and color on paper painting 'camels'
Mega International Auction
Dec. 02, 2023
WU ZUOREN (1908-1997) Calligraphy in Running Script
Est: $10,000 - $20,000
WU ZUOREN (1908-1997) Calligraphy in Running Script Ink on paper, framed Signed Zuoren, with a dedication and one artist's seal 52 x 31cm (20½ x 12¼in)
Bonhams
Dec. 02, 2023
WU ZUOREN (1908-1997) Panda and Bamboo, 1985
Est: $40,000 - $60,000
WU ZUOREN (1908-1997) Panda and Bamboo, 1985 Ink on paper, hanging scroll Signed Zuoren, with three artist's seals Dated 1985 70 x 46cm (27½ x 18⅛in)
Bonhams
Dec. 01, 2023
WU ZUOREN (1908-1997) - Eagles Soaring above Mountains
Est: $800,000 - $1,500,000
WU ZUOREN (1908-1997) Eagles Soaring above Mountains Scroll, mounted and framed, ink and colour on paper 139.2 x 69.4 cm. (54 ¾ x 27 3⁄8 in.)
Christie's
Nov. 18, 2023
WU ZUOREN TIAN QU TU VERTICAL AXIS HARDBOUND MOUNTING
Est: $1,300 - $1,800
吴作人天趣图立轴精装裱 Wu Zuoren Tian Qu Tu Vertical Axis Hardbound Mounting
Mega International Auction
Nov. 18, 2023
WU ZUOREN: INK AND COLOR ON PAPER PAINTING 'CAMEL'
Est: $600 - $900
吴作人骆驼，纸本设色，立轴 wu zuoren: ink and color on paper painting 'camel'
Mega International Auction
Nov. 16, 2023
WU ZUOREN, ATTRIBUTED TO, CALLIGRAPHY
Est: $500 - $800
WU ZUOREN, ATTRIBUTED TO, CALLIGRAPHY. Mounted and unframed, ink on paper. 31×120cm. Condition: There are creases, water stains, yellow spots and stains on the frame and painting.
China Arts Auction
Oct. 14, 2023
OIL ON CANVAS 'YOUNG LADY', SIGNED WU ZUOREN
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
Oil on canvas. Framed. Young Lady. Signed Wu Zuoren (1908-1997）and dated to 1948. Height: 19 1/2 in (49.5 cm) Width: 15 1/2 in (39.4 cm) Provenance: Private collection, San Francisco
California Asian Art Auction Gallery USA
Oct. 07, 2023
WU ZUOREN: INK AND COLOR ON PAPER PAINTING 'CAMELS'
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
吴作人饮水思源图立轴 wu zuoren: ink and color on paper painting 'camels'
Mega International Auction
Sep. 30, 2023
WU ZUOREN (1908-1997), BUFFALOS 吳作人雙牛圖
Est: -
on paper; 33.5×45cm
Fukuoka Yumekai Auction
Sep. 27, 2023
Wu Zuoren, Two Crucians
Est: -
polychrome woodcut, 36 × 24 cm
A10 by Artmark
Sep. 19, 2023
WU ZUOREN (1908-1997) Eagle on a Rock, 1987
Est: $7,000 - $10,000
WU ZUOREN (1908-1997) Eagle on a Rock, 1987 Mounted for framing, ink and color on paper, inscribed by the artist and dated 1987, signed Zuoren, with an artist's seal reading Zuoren zhi yin. 25 3/4 x 16 3/4in (65.5 x 42.5cm)
Bonhams
Sep. 18, 2023
A Chinese painting of goldfish, signed Wu Zuoren (Chinese, 1908-1997)
Est: $800 - $1,200
A Chinese painting of goldfish signed Wu Zuoren (Chinese, 1908-1997) With signature, inscription, and two seals. H: 13 3/8, W: 9 1/8 in. H: 33.97, W: 23.17 cm. Click here for high resolution images. ?????????
Oakridge Auction Gallery