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19thC Circa 1840 Watercolour Gouache Chinese Guangdong School The Lotus Harvest

$1,217.91
£895
€1,051.48
CA$1,673.20
A$1,867.97
CHF 978.79
MX$22,865.83
NOK 12,430.65
SEK 11,720.52
DKK 7,847.28

About the Item

19th Century Chinese Export Rice Paper Picture Watercolour and gouache studies on rice paper of harvesting lotus flowers, two panels mounted together, bright bold colours, each panel with damages as shown in the images, mounted and framed in a period black lacquered chinoiserie frame with a panelled back. Although damaged these vivid images are well preserved and decorative. Canton (Guangdong), circa 1840 55cm H, 55cm W.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21.66 in (55 cm)Width: 21.66 in (55 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1840
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Lowestoft, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4612136983452

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