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Framed Chinese Watercolour of Birds on Pith Paper - 19th Century
Framed Chinese Watercolour of Birds on Pith Paper - 19th Century
Framed Chinese Watercolour of Birds on Pith Paper - 19th Century
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Framed Chinese Watercolour of Birds on Pith Paper - 19th Century

SKU M305 · 19th Century, from China
Sale price £425 * Margin Scheme: No UK Tax
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Dimensions W49 × D2 × H41 cm
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Description

This lovely antique Chinese gouache painting is painted on pith paper and dates from the 19th century. This was painted in China for the European market which was enjoying a fascination with all things Chinese and Chinoiserie. 

 

Pith paper is made from the spongy cellular tissue in the stem of a small tree called Tetrapanax Papyrifera, native to south-west China. Pith is incredibly fragile.

 

This old Chinese gouache painting has been framed in a later simple gilt frame. 

 

Condition:

Some historic water damage to the top right corner of the painting. See photos for more detail. 


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