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A Western man in a library flanked by two Chinese men, by George Chinnery, 19

A Western man in a library flanked by two Chinese men

George Chinnery

19

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

A Western man in a library flanked by two Chinese men is a 19 by George Chinnery, a Romanticism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
George Chinnery
When & what style?
19 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This drawing shows a Western man in a library with two Chinese men. It's a scene that brings different cultures together. The scene is set in a library, with one Chinese man standing and another sitting. This setup suggests a quiet, introspective atmosphere. To learn more about the style and techniques used in this drawing, look into the technique of cross-hatching.

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