Four Antique Chinese 19th century miniature pith paintings
A beautiful collection of four late 19th century miniature paintings each depicting figural characters set within a domestic or working scene.
These charming miniature examples were delicately produced watercolour and gouache artworks created during the late 19th-century in port cities like Canton (Guangzhou) as souvenirs for Western travellers and traders.
A variety of subjects were commonly produced on pith paper, mostly depicting Chinese customs or practices that were seemingly exotic to Western eyes.
A beautiful decorative set each held within their original black lacquer frames.
The collection is in a good clean condition being free of any visible faults or defects.
Each frame measures 11cm x 7.5cm
Four Antique Chinese 19th century miniature pith paintings
A beautiful collection of four late 19th century miniature paintings each depicting figural characters set within a domestic or working scene.
These charming miniature examples were delicately produced watercolour and gouache artworks created during the late 19th-century in port cities like Canton (Guangzhou) as souvenirs for Western travellers and traders.
A variety of subjects were commonly produced on pith paper, mostly depicting Chinese customs or practices that were seemingly exotic to Western eyes.
A beautiful decorative set each held within their original black lacquer frames.
The collection is in a good clean condition being free of any visible faults or defects.
Each frame measures 11cm x 7.5cm
