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19th Century Chinese Export Butterfly & Insect Pith Watercolor

About the Item

Canton China, circa 1830. A great and unusual pith watercolor painting of butterflies and insects around a blossoming tree branch. Unmarked.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)Width: 17.75 in (45.09 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor wear to image. top edge appears to have come slightly loose from mount - displays well.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7838237778142
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