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Large Chinese Export Reverse Paintings on Mirror

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A large charming 19th-century Chinese export reverse painting on mirror, depicting a man asking for a marriage. Reverse glass pictures became fashionable in the 18th century. Glass panels were sent from Europe to China by sea, where they were painted to order, framed, and then returned to the West for inclusion in Chinese-inspired interiors.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.5 in (72.39 cm)Width: 20.25 in (51.44 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Norton, MA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5848232021622

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