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19 original drawings of Chinese scenes

Title: Collection of 19 original drawings of Chinese scenes
Author: [Suydam, E.H.?]
Description: Pencil drawings on various cut sheets, apparently all by the same artist (who is unidentified), 8 of which having drawings on both sides; 7 are pencil and watercolor (in black and white). Presumably used for publication, as some with layout directions and notes, and some with small pieces cut-out. Various sizes, 3½x2¾ to 11x9½.Possibly by artist E.H. Suydam, as it is similar in style and period. None signed. Depicts various Chinese scenes, including: most possibly San Francisco Chinatown, smoking in opium dens, daily life activities, one of an wise old man with exaggerated sized head, bamboo chair, temples, costumes, one titled "Street in Calistoga, California," etc.
Heading: (Asian Art)Place Published: San Francisco?
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Date Published: No date