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Set of Six Chinese Canton Watercolours on Pith Paper Depicting Interior Scenes
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Many export paintings were known for their skillful treatment of subject and brilliancy of color; These paintings are no exception. These types of export paintings were highly regarded Chinese mementos of life in Canton during the 19th century and were created to capture of the atmosphere of that particular region. The subjects varied from colorfully costumed women and Chinese occupations to scenes of torture. They were once very popular with the English and considered the ideal way to take a piece of China home.
These works are of exceptional quality depicting senior officials and Emperors of the Chinese Empire, and their ladies in watercolor and gouache on pith paper. The use of pith keeps the paint from seeping into the paper and the color instead, like an enamel, sits on top maintaining it’s vibrancy. The art is beautifully matted and wood framed with decorative metal plates. These works are unsigned.
Condition: Very good. Not examined out of the frame.
Measurements:
14.50" W x 18.75" H - with frame
7.50" x 11.25" - image only.
- Dimensions:Height: 18.75 in (47.63 cm)Width: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 6
- Style:Chinese Export (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1840
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Uckfield, GB
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