Pith paper is made from the spongy cellular tissue in the stem of a small tree called Tetrapanax Papyrifera, native to south-west China. Pith is incredibly fragile.
This old Chinese gouache painting has been framed in a later simple gilt frame.
Framed Chinese Watercolour of Birds on Pith Paper – 19thC
£2,500.00
This lovely antique Chinese gouache painting is painted on pith paper and dates from the 19th century. This was painted in China for the European market which was enjoying a fascination with all things Chinese and Chinoiserie.
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| Size | Large |
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