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Chinese painting on rice paper “Procession” Guangzhou

1890

$575.94
£428.11
€490VAT Included
CA$807.39
A$819.84
CHF 468.01
MX$9,906.38
NOK 5,497.53
SEK 5,482.53
DKK 3,736.40

About the Item

Exquisite Chinese painting on rice paper, similar to gouache, dating from the late Qing Dynasty (19th century) to the early 20th century. Its iconography, technique, and composition allow it to be placed quite accurately within the realm of folk narrative and ceremonial painting, closely related to production intended for both local consumption and the international export market. During the 19th century, especially after China's forced opening to foreign trade, these images proliferated as visual documents of ritual life, highly valued today for their ethnographic and historical significance. The scene depicts a procession or cortege in which several male figures in folk attire advance, carrying a richly decorated palanquin for a ritual purpose. Inside the palanquin is a cage-like structure containing two small birds. This type of representation is associated with Confucian ancestor worship practices, fundamental to traditional Chinese culture. The figures' clothing and the lack of a defined background suggest the narrative and didactic nature of the work. The presence of the banner on the left reinforces the ritualistic interpretation of the piece. From a formal perspective, the work belongs to the tradition of folk gongbi painting, characterized by precise drawing, saturated colors, and a lack of spatial perspective. Rice paper is extracted from the Tetrapanax papyrifer shrub and is a type of support typically used in Eastern art. Extremely sensitive to humidity and the passage of time, it exhibits ripples and stains, signs consistent with a work of some age. Shipping costs include professional, custom-made packaging and personalized delivery with tracking and a guarantee. We advise you to purchase the piece in advance to reserve it and ensure you don't miss the opportunity to acquire it. The frame protecting the artwork is offered as a gift but has intrinsic value. It is provided at no additional cost so that your artwork can be displayed immediately upon arrival at your home or destination. Any damage to the frame itself that does not affect the integrity of the artwork cannot be accepted as a valid reason for filing a claim or requesting a cancellation. The buyer is responsible for paying any import duties and associated taxes in the destination country. Please note the seller's disclaimer regarding any customs charges, as these are levied in the destination country and the amount payable is determined by that country's customs authority. Painting on rice paper “Procession II”, late 19th century - Guangzhou, China Technique: Gouache-style painting on rice paper Title of the work: “Procession II” Genre: Gongbi painting Period: Late 19th century Country of origin: Guangzhou, China Minor imperfections that do not detract from the overall appearance Overall dimensions: 23.5 x 34.5 x 1 cm Dimensions without frame: 21 x 32 cm
  • Creation Year:
    1890
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.06 in (23 cm)Width: 13.39 in (34 cm)Depth: 0.4 in (1 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Valladolid, ES
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2885217653412

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