Lot 379
  • 379

AN ALBUM OF TWELVE EROTIC PAINTINGS QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY |

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description

  • each leaf 19 by 26 cm, 7 1/2  by 10 1/4  in. 
comprising twelve ink and colour paintings on silk, of couples engaged in amorous pursuits, all between wood covers

Condition

Apart from some minor discoloration and losses of paint to several pages, this is in overall good condition. There are pages of Manchu script on paper lined to the front and the back with associated discoloration and tears.
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