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Group of four Chinese export gouache watercolor on pith paper paintings, Qing dynasty, 19th century. Each depicting a seated dignitary, noble lady, or gentleman in rich costume being tended to by an an attendant within a richly-decorated interior.
Sight; height: 12 1/4 in x width: 7 1/4 in. Framed; height ranges from 19 1/2 in to 21 in; width ranges from 12 1/4 in to 14 in; depth ranges from 3/4 in to 1 in.

Condition

To each of the paintings, there are tears or losses. Undulation to the sheets. There are small areas of soiling and foxing. Scattered creases, primarily along the margins. Floated in frame under nonacidic mats. Framed under glass. Wear to the frames, including small chips, scuffs, and scratches. Not inspected out of frame.

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4 Chinese Export Pith Paper Paintings

Name: 4 Chinese Export Pith Paper Paintings
SKU: 245351903
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock

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Estimate $200-$400Nov 10, 2026, 11:00 AM EST

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Arts of Asia

Nov 10, 2026, 11:00 AM EST

St. Paul, MN, United States

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Chinese Export Porcelain Kiln Trade Painting: Chinese Guangzhou School gouache watercolor on paper painting depicting the production and kiln firing of export porcelain in a Cantonese workshop, Qing dynasty, ca. 19th century. Sight; height: 14

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