Waddington's

Asian Art Auction, Session 1

June 06, 2011

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LOT 266

Lot 266

Thirty Export Pith Paper Paintings, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century

Thirty Export Pith Paper Paintings, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Lot 266 Details
Thirty Export Pith Paper Paintings, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century

Organised into ten framed groups with scenes depicting Chinese daily life including scholarly pursuits, fortune telling, children’s games, and opium dens
each image roughly 3.5" x 12.2" — 9 x 31 cm.

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $3,600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Thirty Export Pith Paper Paintings, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
  • Thirty Export Pith Paper Paintings, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
  • Thirty Export Pith Paper Paintings, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
  • Thirty Export Pith Paper Paintings, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
  • Thirty Export Pith Paper Paintings, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
  • Thirty Export Pith Paper Paintings, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
  • Thirty Export Pith Paper Paintings, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
  • Thirty Export Pith Paper Paintings, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
  • Thirty Export Pith Paper Paintings, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
  • Thirty Export Pith Paper Paintings, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Provenance:

The estate of a German Officer posted in Tokyo between 1895-1899 and Beijing between 1900-1901. Thence by descent to the current owners in Ottawa

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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