Pith paper is a natural material derived from the pith of a Chinese plant, frequently used in the nineteenth century for vibrant gouache paintings. It provides a unique absorbent surface that gives watercolour pigments a velvety, three-dimensional quality.

Are these pieces original antiques?

The selection consists primarily of nineteenth-century and eighteenth-century works created during the Qing dynasty for international trade. Materials such as old glass, handmade paper, and period wooden frames corroborate their age.

What subjects appear in export art?

Common themes include maritime scenes of junks and steam ships, botanical studies of butterflies and flowers, and figural domestic interiors. Many depict specific trade ports and vessels tailored to satisfy British and European curiosity.

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Framed Chinese export art encompasses historic paintings and panels produced for Western markets, prized for their delicate detail and cross-cultural trade history.