In the world of art, there are paintings that are simply beyond imagination. They are not only masterpieces of art, but also symbols of wealth. Today, we're going to take a look at the top 10 most expensive paintings in Chinese auction history, and the prices of these paintings are jaw-dropping.
1. Lushan Mountain: This magnum opus by Zhang Daqian sold for more than 190 million RMB at auction in 2016. Its picture is magnificent, showing the majesty of Lushan.
2. "Monkey and Child": This work by Northern Song Dynasty painter Yi Yuanji sold for 362 million yuan in 2011. The monkey in the painting is lifelike and has a realistic expression.
3. "Ping An Post": Wang Xizhi's calligraphy has always been highly regarded, and this "Ping An Post" sold for 308 million yuan at auction in 2010.
4. Xiaoxiang Tu: A work by Dong Yuan, a painter of the Southern Tang Dynasty, sold at auction in 2009 for 149.5 million RMB. This painting depicts the beautiful scenery of the mountains and rivers in the south of the Yangtze River.
5. Autumn in the Han Palace: This work by Southern Song Dynasty painter Zhao Boju sold for 124.2 million yuan at auction in 2018. The picture depicts the autumn colors of the Han Palace, which is full of classical beauty.
6. Eighteen True Picture Scrolls: This painting by Wu Bin sold for 169 million yuan at auction in 2009. The figures in the painting are vivid and the lines are smooth.
7. "Migration to Zhichuan": Wang Meng's work sold for 402.5 million yuan at auction in 2011. The picture depicts the migration of Watagawa, and the brushwork is delicate.
8. Song Gaozong's Hand of Yue Feiza: This calligraphy work sold for 149.5 million yuan at auction in 2016. It is a codex written by Song Gaozong to Yue Fei and has important historical value.
9. "Bureau Post": Zeng Gong's calligraphy work sold for 108.64 million yuan at auction in 2009. Its font is dignified and beautiful, and it is a masterpiece in calligraphy.
10. "Fuchun Mountain Residence": This work by the Yuan Dynasty painter Huang Gongwang is divided into two sections, the first half of "The Leftover Mountain" and the second half of "Useless Master Scroll". Among them, "The Useless Master's Scroll" sold for $63.36 million at auction in 2011.
In addition to their artistic value, these paintings were able to fetch such high prices because of their historical and cultural value and scarcity. They are treasures in the history of Chinese art and represent the high achievements of Chinese painting.