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Butterflies and Fruits

Offered by: Shapero Gallery

Description
[CHINESE SCHOOL]
Butterflies and Fruits
China, mid nineteenth century.

Fine, well executed, decorative Chinese export watercolour. Light and easily transportable, these watercolours, mostly produced in the Canton region, found a ready market in the West. Natural history studies were, and continue to be, amongst the most sought-after subjects.

Ink and gouache on paper, mounted. Image size: 356 mm by 300 mm; mounted: 465 mm by 380 mm.

[ref: 109623]

More Information

In the Style of:	Chinese School
Origin:	China
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Gouache and ink on paper
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Asian Art
Dealer Reference #:	109623
Incollect Reference #:	683137

Dimensions

W.	15 in;	H.	18.25 in;
W.	38.1 cm;	H.	46.36 cm;

Message from Seller:

Shapero Gallery Located in the heart of Mayfair, London, Shapero Gallery specializes in prints and original works on paper, ranging from antique prints to modern pochoir plates and photography. For inquiries, contact us at +44.207.493.0876 or gallery@shapero.com.