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Chinese Ancestor Portrait

Late 19th Century

About the Item

This intricately detailed composition is a late-Qing dynasty ancestor portrait depicting several generations of a family's male ancestry. Originally accompanied by a matching portrait of female ancestry, this painting would have been displayed in the home as the object of familial ancestor worship. When properly cared for, ancestors were believed to be a powerful source of honor, protection, and good luck. Arranged chronologically, these male ancestors are shown dressed in formal attire and seated before a patchwork of painted screens and tables set with precious objects.
  • Creation Year:
    Late 19th Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 82.5 in (209.55 cm)Width: 36.25 in (92.08 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CVF0061stDibs: LU1036310236222
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