Chinese figures at a food stall
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From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
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From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
The drawing shows Chinese men at a food stall. It was made on a specific date, May 13, 1839. The scene is set in Macau, with a column and urn of S. Domingos Church visible behind the stall. The artist included these details to give context to the scene. The drawing is a product of its time, reflecting the artist's interests. Check out the work of artist George Chinnery.
