Framed Chinese Export Watercolor on Paper: A Principal Mandarin. These superbly executed watercolors were produced circa 1840-1850 in China specifically for the Export market. The figures are each identified by calligraphy in the lower left margin. Color and detail are magnificent. Excellent condition, sheet size 12” x 14”. Matted.
For similar watercolors, see pp. 112-113, Carl L. Crossman’s The China Trade: Export Paintings, Furniture, Silver and Other Objects ...
