A letter-writer and other Chinese figures
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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 shows a quiet moment with three people. A man sits at a table writing a letter. Behind him, another man watches. Nearby, a boatwoman bends down with a child tied to her back. The artist used pencil to capture small details. We see the scene, not a grand story. Just ordinary life, drawn with care. Check out more works by George Chinnery.
