A Chinese boatwoman carrying a child
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From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
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From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This drawing depicts a scene with a boatwoman and a child. It's a work by George Chinnery. The boatwoman is shown standing and holding a child, with other figures and boats in the background. This gives a glimpse into the everyday life of boatpeople. To learn more about the style and techniques used in this drawing, look into the movement: Romanticism.
