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Pair Chinese Paintings of Dignitaries

19th century
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This is an excellent pair of Chinese gouache watercolour paintings on pith which date from the mid 19th Century. The paintings are meticulously painted in very fine detail and depict courtiers or dignitaries magnificently dressed. The period costumes of the dignitaries are works of art in themselves featuring incredible detail and four-clawed dragons which would be typically used only for imperial nobility and certain high ranking officials. Both paintings are in excellent condition with no breaks to the pith and a brilliant depth of colour. They are framed in fine delicate silver swept style frames that suit the paintings well. They measure 35 cms by 27 cms including the frames.

Outstanding work beautifully detailed and with incredible colours.

UK delivery is £15

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Height
35cm (13.78")
Width
27cm (10.63")
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Rams Head Antiques has dated these Chinese Qing Portrait Paintings to the 1860s.

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SA1095345
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This is an excellent pair of Chinese gouache watercolour paintings on pith which date from the mid 19th Century.
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The paintings are meticulously painted in very fine detail and depict courtiers or dignitaries magnificently dressed.
Rams Head Antiques

The period costumes of the dignitaries are works of art in themselves featuring incredible detail and four-clawed dragons which would be typically used only for imperial nobility and certain high ranking officials. Both paintings are in excellent condition with no breaks to the pith and a brilliant depth of colour. They are framed in fine delicate silver swept style frames that suit the paintings well. They measure 35 cms by 27 cms including the frames.

Outstanding work beautifully detailed and with incredible colours.

UK delivery is £15

Height
35cm (13.78")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Date of Manufacture

Rams Head Antiques has dated these Chinese Qing Portrait Paintings to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1095345
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A pair of vertically framed Chinese paintings depicting male and female dignitaries in traditional Qing Dynasty costume within dark mounts and gilt mouldings. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A pair of vertically framed Chinese paintings depicting male and female dignitaries in traditional Qing Dynasty costume within dark mounts and gilt mouldings. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Pair Chinese Paintings of Dignitaries

Archive II A pair of vertically framed Chinese paintings depicting male and female dignitaries in traditional Qing Dynasty costume within dark mounts and gilt mouldings. View II
Archive III A pair of vertically framed Chinese paintings depicting male and female dignitaries in traditional Qing Dynasty costume within dark mounts and gilt mouldings. View III
Archive IV A pair of vertically framed Chinese paintings depicting male and female dignitaries in traditional Qing Dynasty costume within dark mounts and gilt mouldings. View IV
Archive V A pair of vertically framed Chinese paintings depicting male and female dignitaries in traditional Qing Dynasty costume within dark mounts and gilt mouldings. View V
Archive VI A pair of vertically framed Chinese paintings depicting male and female dignitaries in traditional Qing Dynasty costume within dark mounts and gilt mouldings. View VI
Archive VII A pair of vertically framed Chinese paintings depicting male and female dignitaries in traditional Qing Dynasty costume within dark mounts and gilt mouldings. View VII
Archive VIII A pair of vertically framed Chinese paintings depicting male and female dignitaries in traditional Qing Dynasty costume within dark mounts and gilt mouldings. View VIII
Archive IX A pair of vertically framed Chinese paintings depicting male and female dignitaries in traditional Qing Dynasty costume within dark mounts and gilt mouldings. View IX
Archive X A pair of vertically framed Chinese paintings depicting male and female dignitaries in traditional Qing Dynasty costume within dark mounts and gilt mouldings. View X
Archive XI A pair of vertically framed Chinese paintings depicting male and female dignitaries in traditional Qing Dynasty costume within dark mounts and gilt mouldings. View XI
Archive XII A pair of vertically framed Chinese paintings depicting male and female dignitaries in traditional Qing Dynasty costume within dark mounts and gilt mouldings. View XII
Archive XIII A pair of vertically framed Chinese paintings depicting male and female dignitaries in traditional Qing Dynasty costume within dark mounts and gilt mouldings. View XIII
Archive XIV A pair of vertically framed Chinese paintings depicting male and female dignitaries in traditional Qing Dynasty costume within dark mounts and gilt mouldings. View XIV
Archive XV A pair of vertically framed Chinese paintings depicting male and female dignitaries in traditional Qing Dynasty costume within dark mounts and gilt mouldings. View XV
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A pair of vertically framed Chinese paintings depicting male and female dignitaries in traditional Qing Dynasty costume within dark mounts and gilt mouldings.
Pair Chinese Paintings Of Dignitaries
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A pair of vertically framed Chinese paintings depicting male and female dignitaries in traditional Qing Dynasty costume within dark mounts and gilt mouldings.
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  • ObjectWall Art
  • Period19th century
  • StyleQing Dynasty / Chinese Export
  • MaterialPith paper, Watercolour, Wood, Glass
  • ColourMulticoloured
  • MotifsQing court robes, official rank badges, gilt silvered frames
  • SizeH 35 cm (14 in) x W 27 cm (11 in)

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Chinese export paintings created during the 18th and 19th centuries were produced by local artisans primarily in Canton for Western traders, frequently depicting court officials, trades, and flora in gouache or watercolour on pith paper or silk.

These works were typically executed in gouache or watercolour on delicate pith paper or silk, mounted onto paper backings, and set within carved or moulded timber frames with protective glass.

Authentic pieces feature hand-painted details illustrating historically accurate Qing costume elementssuch as dragon robes, rank badges, and official capsalongside characteristic aging to the delicate organic support.

Displaying a pair of framed historical portraits creates balance on a narrow wall or positioned above a sideboard, complementing dark wood furniture, brass accents, and structured architectural elements.

Frame the artwork behind UV-filtering glass with acid-free matting to prevent fading, and display the pieces away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity levels to protect the delicate organic support from brittle cracking.
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