What is pith paper painting?

Pith paper paintings are delicate watercolours produced on a porous, plant-based material that possesses a unique velvety texture. They frequently document nineteenth-century trades, flora, and fauna for foreign visitors. Because the material is fragile, these artworks were typically bound in albums or framed for protection. Surviving examples offer vivid records of daily life and natural history.

How are root wood carvings displayed?

Root wood carvings utilise the natural contours of tree roots and branches to suggest figures, animals, or abstract forms. Collectors typically place them on dedicated wooden stands to showcase their organic shapes. In historic interiors, these pieces served as objects for quiet contemplation by scholars. They function well on desks or tables where lighting highlights their intricate grain.

What are Chinese export paintings?

Export paintings were created by Chinese artists specifically for Western buyers and merchants during the nineteenth century. Subjects often included local shipping, maritime views, and portraits of British gentlemen. These works blended traditional Chinese painting techniques with Western compositional perspectives. They provide visual evidence of trade and cultural exchange during the period.

How do I care for lacquerware?

Lacquerware requires stable humidity levels and protection from direct sunlight to prevent the organic resin from drying and cracking. Dusting should be performed gently with a soft, dry cloth. Avoiding extreme temperature fluctuations preserves the integrity of carved surfaces. Proper placement ensures these decorative items remain stable over time.

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These pieces of 19th century chinese art offer a tangible connection to historical craft through paintings, carvings, and decorative objects.

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Chinese 19th Century Carved Root Wood Table Lamp

From Arrowsmith Antiques & Interiors

£375

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Beautiful C19th Oriental Pastel on Canvas

19th century

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Beautiful C19th Oriental Pastel on Canvas

From Fernyhough Antiques Ltd

£895

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Late 18th/early 19th Century Chinese Reverse Painted Mirror

From Mark Jones Antiques

£1,950

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Two 19thc Chinese Pith/rice Paper Paintings

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Two 19thc Chinese Pith/rice Paper Paintings

From Shaun King Antiques

£165

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Chinese Carved Bone Opium Pipe with Guanyin and Auspicious Animals, C.1880

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Chinese Carved Bone Opium Pipe with Guanyin and Auspicious Animals, C.1880

From Ritas Bazaar

£700

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Ningshia Pillar Rug, Northern Chinese, Mid-19th Century, 1.62m X 0.72m

From Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs

£1,950

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Early C19th Chinese Export Trade Reverse Painted Mirror-glass Picture

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Early C19th Chinese Export Trade Reverse Painted Mirror-glass Picture

From M Lees and Sons

£1,400

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A Chinese Late 19th C Stone Carving of a Man Feeding Geese

1900 - 1920

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A Chinese Late 19th C Stone Carving of a Man Feeding Geese

From Robert Belcher Antiques

£375

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Pair of Chinese Cinnabar Lacquer Vases 19th Century

From Rams Head Antiques

£485

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19th Century Chinese Fisherman with Trap Carved in Hardwood

1900 - 1920

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19th Century Chinese Fisherman with Trap Carved in Hardwood

From Robert Belcher Antiques

£325

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Several pieces depict monkeys holding fruit, demonstrating that nineteenth-century carvers enjoyed adding mischievous animal details to their sculptures.

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Large 19th Century Chinese Bamboo Brush Pot, Hand Carved ,C1880

From Curious Antiques

£995

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Set of Four Decorative C19th Chinese Framed Lacquer Panels in the Style of C18th Chinese Export ‘Bantam’ or ‘ Coromandel’ Work .

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Set of Four Decorative C19th Chinese Framed Lacquer Panels in the Style of C18th Chinese Export ‘Bantam’ or ‘ Coromandel’ Work .

From M Lees and Sons

£900

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A Fine Pair of 19th Century Red Cinnabar Lacquer Vases in Good Condition

From Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques

£575

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Root Carving

From London City Antiques

£995

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19th Century Anglo-chinese Portrait Oil Painting of a British Gentleman

1900 - 1920

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19th Century Anglo-chinese Portrait Oil Painting of a British Gentleman

From Antiques Decorative (Sussex)

£550

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Good 19th Century Chinese Pith Painting Butterflies & Insects

From Rams Head Antiques

£325

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19th Century Chinese Art

Chinese 19th Century Carved Root Wood Table Lamp

Beautiful C19th Oriental Pastel on Canvas

Late 18th/early 19th Century Chinese Reverse Painted Mirror

Two 19thc Chinese Pith/rice Paper Paintings

Chinese Carved Bone Opium Pipe with Guanyin and Auspicious Animals, C.1880

Ningshia Pillar Rug, Northern Chinese, Mid-19th Century, 1.62m X 0.72m

Early C19th Chinese Export Trade Reverse Painted Mirror-glass Picture

A Chinese Late 19th C Stone Carving of a Man Feeding Geese

Pair of Chinese Cinnabar Lacquer Vases 19th Century

19th Century Chinese Fisherman with Trap Carved in Hardwood

Large 19th Century Chinese Bamboo Brush Pot, Hand Carved ,C1880

Set of Four Decorative C19th Chinese Framed Lacquer Panels in the Style of C18th Chinese Export ‘Bantam’ or ‘ Coromandel’ Work .

A Fine Pair of 19th Century Red Cinnabar Lacquer Vases in Good Condition

Antique 19th Century Chinese Root Carving

19th Century Anglo-chinese Portrait Oil Painting of a British Gentleman

Good 19th Century Chinese Pith Painting Butterflies & Insects

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