Framed Chinese Ancestor Painting - 19thC Serveware bleached finish highlighting natural grain

bleached finish highlighting natural grain

The fittings are indicative of pieces from Gyeonggi Do province which surrounds Seoul

this versatile object lends itself perfectly to contemporary use as a trinket box

The top name plate originally would have shown the name of the owner

and enormous temples on wheels are drawn through the streets by hundreds of people

Framed Chinese Ancestor Painting - 19thC Serveware bleached finish highlighting natural grainThis antique Chinese ancestor watercolour scroll painting dates to the 19th century and would have originally hung above an altar in a family home. Ancestor worship was an integral part of Chinese culture for many centuries. Ancestors were honoured daily with an offering of incense. This was believed to protect the home and family members. It has been framed by our expert framing team with a luxurious black & gilt frame. From China Dimensions: 103 x 3