A very attractive pair of Chinese traditional Mirror paintings or reverse paintings on glass.
They are very detailed showing ladies in traditional costume with flowers, foliage and interior scenes.
The frames are traditional lacquered hardwood .and In very good condition.
Fabulous decorating pieces .
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INFORMATION.
This is a ''reverse painting on glass,'' also known as Bolihua in Chinese or verre églomisé in French. The artist paints in reverse order, applying details and highlights first, followed by broader areas and background elements.
Origin and Popularity:
This technique gained popularity in China during the Qing Dynasty, particularly in the 18th and 19th centuries, often created for export to the West.
Subject Matter:
The painting depicts a scene with figures, likely from traditional Chinese motifs, plays, or novels, which were common subject
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Internal Reference: A4670
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1152588
Dateline of this antique is 1940
Height is 52cm (20.5inches)Width is 35cm (13.8inches)Depth is 0cm (0.0inches)
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