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6 Large Chinese Export Gouache Paintings "Pua Gua" on Pith Paper by George Mason

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This listing is for a beautiful set of 6 large Chinese Export Gouache (watercolor) Paintings on Rice/Pith Papers, It's called "Pua Gua" same as the meaning of "Fortune Teller" painted by George Mason dating around c. 1800 century. They have been professionally framed under glass. The details in the work are excellent and the paintings show great colors. The paintings have a sight size of 9" w x 12" h and the frames measure 18" w x 21" h. There are some typical scattered splits in the paper which is common in these old pith paintings, but there are no losses and they display wonderfully. Shipping Free by the Seller
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21 in (53.34 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 6
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Norton, MA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5848232485432

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