Set of 4 Chinese 19th Century Gouache Pith Paper Miniature Paintings C.1840

Set of 4 Chinese 19th Century Gouache Pith Paper Miniature Paintings in original ebonised frames C.1840

A charming set of four miniature export paintings executed in gouache on pith paper. Made in Canton for the Western export trade during the 19th century. The subjects follow the classic Canton export repertoire of river life and trades:

Type: Chinese Export Pith Paper Paintings
Origin: Canton (Guangzhou), China
Period: 19th century, C.1840
Medium: Gouache on pith paper
Image size: approx. 9 × 6 cm each
Subjects: River boats; junk under sail; figure with storage jar; cloth worker
Frames: Original ebonised wood, period backing boards
Condition: Generally very good. Minor frame wear

Sold as a set of 4 (Price quoted is for all 4 paintings)