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"The Clipper Ship Reporter"circa 1850
circa 1850
$32,000
£24,379.11
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Attributed to Hin Qua (Chinese, 19th Century)
Signed in pencil to the verso
Marine Arts Company attribution label to verso
Stamp referring to restoration treatment by Gustav D. Klimann, dated 1971 to verso
A magnificent testament to the golden age of maritime trade, The Clipper Ship Reporter by Hin Qua captures the elegance and power of one of the fastest merchant vessels of its time. The painting presents the ship in full sail, gliding through a serene yet dynamic seascape, its billowing sails taut with the ocean breeze. The artist’s meticulous attention to detail is evident in the fine rendering of the ship’s rigging, the shimmering reflections on the water, and the subtle interplay of light and shadow across the sky. With a palette of rich blues, crisp whites, and warm ochres, the scene conveys both movement and grandeur, evoking a sense of adventure and the boundless possibilities of the open sea.
Hin Qua, an accomplished 19th-century Chinese maritime painter, is renowned for his exquisite ship portraits, particularly those commissioned by Western traders during the height of the China Trade era. Based in the bustling port of Canton (now Guangzhou), he specialized in detailed and highly accurate depictions of Western vessels that frequented Chinese waters. His works are distinguished by a blend of Western precision in perspective and proportion with a distinctively Chinese sensitivity to color, atmosphere, and composition. Through his paintings, Hin Qua documented an era of global commerce, offering a rare artistic perspective on the grandeur of the clipper ships that connected East and West.
As a key figure in the China Trade painting tradition, Hin Qua’s work holds significant historical and artistic value. His paintings not only celebrate the craftsmanship and majesty of 19th-century maritime engineering but also serve as a bridge between Eastern and Western artistic sensibilities. The China Trade artists played a crucial role in preserving a visual record of the international shipping industry at its peak, capturing the vessels that shaped global commerce. The Clipper Ship Reporter stands as an exquisite example of this genre, making it a prized acquisition for collectors of maritime art and historical ship portraits alike.
Provenance:
Marine Arts Company, Salem, Massachusetts.
Maritime painting
27456-LU2595214032132
- Attributed to:Hin Qua
- Creation Year:circa 1850
- Dimensions:Height: 23 in (58.42 cm)Width: 32.25 in (81.92 cm)
- More Editions & Sizes:Framed 29" x 38"Price: $32,000
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- Condition:This piece and the accompanying frame are in Good Condition and deserve to be in the collection of an owner who truly appreciates them. We welcome all inquiries regarding design, construction, and condition.
- Gallery Location:Jacksonville, FL
- Reference Number:Seller: 274561stDibs: LU2595213678652
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