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Antique Reverse Glass Painting with Bonsai

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This captivating reverse glass painting, created in early 19th-century China, is a rare example of artistic mastery and delicate craftsmanship. The artwork depicts an elegant flowering bonsai, filled with serenity and harmony, gracefully emerging from a jade green pot. The white petals, adorned with soft pink buds, seem to float in a secret garden, evoking timeless natural beauty. The art of reverse glass painting is an extraordinary technique that requires incredible skill and precision. Each brushstroke is applied with meticulous attention, starting from the finest details and working outward toward the background, allowing the image to come to life on the opposite side of the glass. This technique gives the painting a unique brilliance and depth that captivates the eye, turning it into a window onto Eastern tranquility. The dark wooden frame, with its simple lines, completes the piece with understated elegance, enhancing the painting's refinement and adding a touch of antiquity. The natural imperfections of the glass and the patina of time only enhance its charm, making this piece a precious testament to a distant era. This painting is much more than a simple artwork; it is a celebration of nature and balance, embodied in a symbol dear to Eastern culture, the bonsai, representing the perfect fusion of art and nature. Ideal for collectors and lovers of Eastern art, this painting is a rare piece that will enrich any space with its timeless charm and history.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.54 in (42 cm)Width: 12.6 in (32 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinoiserie (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1800
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The product is in original vintage condition, with light wear and patina consistent with time and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milano, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4911241988082

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