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Chinese Pair Diptych Reverse Glass Paintings of Port Life, Early 18th Century

$23,600per set
$29,500per set20% Off
£17,970.90per set
£22,463.63per set20% Off
€20,693.01per set
€25,866.27per set20% Off
CA$33,443.28per set
CA$41,804.10per set20% Off
A$35,973.03per set
A$44,966.29per set20% Off
CHF 19,225.03per set
CHF 24,031.29per set20% Off
MX$424,019.52per set
MX$530,024.40per set20% Off
NOK 242,382.60per set
NOK 302,978.26per set20% Off
SEK 221,583.70per set
SEK 276,979.62per set20% Off
DKK 154,611.76per set
DKK 193,264.70per set20% Off

About the Item

This pair of reverse glass paintings are truly one-of-a-Kind pieces. The scene has been beautifully rendered, with great attention paid to detail. These piece were created in China during the Qing dynasty (1644-1912). Reverse glass painting flourished in this period, kick-started by the Emperor Kangxi, and continued by Yongzheng and Qianlong. By the early 19th century, when this work was created, Chinese craftsmen had perfected the art of reverse glass painting, and were producing a great deal of work for export to Europe. Such paintings were highly sought after by the European elite, who bought them to fill their grand country homes with color and beauty. Employing the reverse glass painting technique, the artist would have worked onto the back side of the glass sheet. Once completed, the work would be turned over and viewed through the front piece of glass. This method gave the painting a glimmering, jewel-like quality. Both are in original frames and in great condition.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 27 in (68.58 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Glass,Paint,Wood,Carved,Hand-Carved,Hand-Painted,Painted
  • Place of Origin:
    China
  • Period:
    18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    18th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    North Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6132226800232

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