A Chinese child carrying another

A Chinese child carrying another

George Chinnery

10

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This drawing shows a Chinese child carrying another on their back. It's a simple scene, but the hats catch your eye—they cover the necks of both kids. George Chinnery made it in the 1830s. He lived in China and drew daily life often. The kids’ balanced pose feels natural. Big collection of this kind of art is at the Victoria and Albert Museum.

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