Chinese Watercolor Painting Pith Lord Official Framed Gilt Glassed Qing 19th C
£200.00
Inventory Code: INV5086
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Chinese Watercolor Painting Pith Lord Official Framed Gilt Glassed Qing 19th C
ITEM DETAILS
Inventory Code: INV5086
Object: Framed watercolor painting
Material: Watercolor on pith paper, glass and wood frame
Origin: China
Period: Qing Dynasty
Date: 19th century
Decoration: Court official in elaborate robes holding a ceremonial ruyi sceptre in a garden setting
Mark: Unmarked
MEASUREMENTS
Height: 13.8 in / 35.0 cm
Width: 10.6 in / 27.0 cm
Picture Height: 9.1 in / 23.0 cm
Picture Width: 6.1 in / 15.5 cm
CONDITION
FAIR (3/5) – The painting displays well with age-related toning, staining and surface marks, together with a visible vertical split or hairline through the lower left portion of the pith paper and other minor age-related imperfections. The frame and mount show wear, marks and a separated upper left frame joint. Please review the photos carefully for more details.
DESCRIPTION
A finely detailed 19th century Chinese Qing Dynasty watercolor painting on pith paper depicting a court official standing in a garden setting. The figure wears richly decorated purple and blue robes embellished with dragons, waves, flowers and cloud motifs, together with a traditional court hat. He holds a green ruyi sceptre, a traditional symbol associated with good fortune and authority. Delicate branches, architectural elements and a geometric tiled floor complete the composition. The vivid colors and precise costume details are characteristic of Chinese pith paintings of the period. Presented behind glass with a cream mount and wood frame.
COLLECTOR’S NOTE
Chinese pith paintings became popular during the 19th century and are collected for their brilliant colors, delicate technique and detailed depictions of Qing Dynasty costume and social figures. Images of court officials are particularly appealing for their elaborate robes, rank imagery and ceremonial attributes.
NOTES
Please review all photos carefully as they form part of the description.
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