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Deeply rooted in the belief that ancestors continue to guide and protect their descendants, many Chinese families pay homage to …
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Deeply rooted in the belief that ancestors continue to guide and protect their descendants, many Chinese families pay homage to their departed loved ones through private rituals, seeking their blessings for longevity, well-being, and success. In the late Ming and Qing dynasties, the tradition of commissioning commemorative portraits gained prominence, as these works were thought to embody the spirits of the deceased.
This remarkable pair of 19th-century paintings portrays a noble man and a noble woman, meticulously capturing their esteemed status and affluence. Following established conventions, the figures are depicted life-sized, seated frontally, and adorned in sumptuous attire amidst opulent surroundings. In an era before photography, the distinctive faces, meticulously crafted based on verbal descriptions and composite imagery, are arguably the most significant aspect of these portraits.
DIMENSIONS:
Noble Woman: 54" H x 33" W x 1" D
Noble Man: 66.75" H 39" W x 1"D
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- Dimensions
- 39ʺW × 1ʺD × 66.75ʺH
- Styles
- Chinese
- Portraiture
- Qing
- Art Subjects
- Portrait
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Period
- Mid 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Silk
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Blue
- Condition Notes
- In good antique condiion. Both portraits are framed and matted behind non-reflective glass. In good antique condiion. Both portraits are framed and matted behind non-reflective glass. less
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