Chinese Ancestor Portrait of a Mandarin Dignitary.

Description

Chinese Ancestor Portrait of a Mandarin Dignitary.

Antique tempera on paper painting of a Mandarin Dignitary wearing a red court dress and seated on a throne chair. Based on the style of his formal robe, this man was probably an official of the highest rank. Ancestor portraits have a long history in China. This painting, by an unknown artist, dates from circa 1850 and is of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) - the last Imperial Dynasty. This very fine painting is matted with papyrus and silk and framed under glass in a faux bamboo black wood frame.

Condition is good, although there is some slight foxing.

Measurements: W 20" x H 31" x D 3/4"

Weight: 7 lb.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good. Some slight foxing.

Origin:
China

Materials & Techniques:
Glass, Paper, Tempera, Wood

Details:
Frame Type: Framed
Country of Origin: China
Art Subjects: Portrait
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good. Some slight foxing.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

31 x 20 x 0.75 in

Chinese Ancestor Portrait of a Mandarin Dignitary.

Lot 0961

Estimate $1,300-$3,300

Starting Bid

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$650

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