【Beijing, November 18, 2026】The highly anticipated Poly 2026 Autumn Auction concluded successfully yesterday, with the “Congealed Green Radiance – High-End Bi Yu Jade Masterpieces Special Session” performing exceptionally well. The total transaction value reached RMB 185 million, with a remarkable sell-through rate of 92.5%, significantly exceeding market expectations. The success of this special session not only reaffirms the strong potential of high-end Bi Yu jade in the art market but also provides new guidance for the future direction of the current jade market.
This special session featured a total of 60 exquisite Bi Yu jade lots, ranging from imperial artifacts of the Qing Dynasty to masterpieces carved by contemporary renowned artists. Among them, a Qing Dynasty Qianlong period “Bi Yu Jade Carved Eight Immortals Celebrating Longevity Screen” was hammered at an astonishing price of RMB 38 million, nearly 50% higher than its estimated price of RMB 20-25 million, becoming the highest-priced lot of the session. Another piece, a “Bi Yu Jade Landscape Plaque” created by contemporary jade carving master Zhang Hua, ultimately sold for RMB 12 million, with a premium rate of 33%, demonstrating the strong appeal of contemporary masterworks.
From the data, the average unit price of this Bi Yu jade special session reached RMB 3.08 million, an increase of approximately 15% compared to the average unit price of Poly's Bi Yu jade special session in the same period last year. Specifically, Bi Yu jade works weighing over 500 grams, with fine texture and pure color, generally sold for 20% to 50% above their estimates. Works with clear imperial provenance or master signatures were particularly sought after by collectors, with several lots setting new auction records for similar pieces.
Market Analysis and Trend Prediction:
Mr. Li Ming, a senior auction industry analyst, pointed out: “The success of this Poly Autumn Auction's high-end Bi Yu jade special session is not accidental. In recent years, with global economic fluctuations and the diversification of art investment, high-end jade, especially Bi Yu jade, which combines artistic value, cultural connotation, and scarcity, is gradually becoming an important option for asset allocation among high-net-worth individuals. Bi Yu jade's unique green hue aligns with Eastern aesthetics, and high-quality raw materials are becoming increasingly scarce, further pushing up its market value.”
Mr. Li Ming further analyzed: “We observe that the market's aesthetic standards for Bi Yu jade are becoming more stringent. Collectors are no longer solely focused on the weight of the jade material but rather on its fineness, oiliness, uniformity and purity of color, as well as the exquisite craftsmanship and artistic expressiveness of the carving. Qing imperial Bi Yu jade, due to its historical heritage and craftsmanship, remains a hard currency in the market. Contemporary masterworks, if they can perfectly combine traditional culture with modern aesthetics, can also gain high market recognition.”
Expert Commentary and Market Opinions:
Wang Deshun, a master of Chinese jade carving, stated: “The auction results are exhilarating, sending a clear signal to the market: good jade sells well, and exquisite craftsmanship commands high prices. Especially those contemporary Bi Yu jade works that are meticulously selected, thoughtfully designed, and exquisitely carved, their artistic and collection value are being re-evaluated and recognized by the market. This is a great encouragement for our jade carving industry.”
Mr. Chen, a renowned collector, said in an interview: “I have always been optimistic about the collection prospects of high-end Bi Yu jade. Its scarcity determines its potential for long-term preservation and appreciation. In this auction, I successfully bid for a Qing Dynasty Bi Yu jade brush pot. Although the price was high, I consider it an investment in art and history. In the future, I expect the market price of high-quality Bi Yu jade to continue to rise steadily, especially for those exquisite pieces with unique cultural stories or provenance.”
In conclusion, the stellar performance of Poly's 2026 Autumn Auction high-end Bi Yu jade special session undoubtedly injected a strong boost into the entire jade market. Against the backdrop of increasingly depleted mineral resources and a maturing collector base, the investment and collection value of high-end Bi Yu jade will continue to stand out. Its market enthusiasm is expected to remain high in the coming years, exhibiting trends of specialization, masterworks, and high premiums.