Two sketches of a Chinese child

Two sketches of a Chinese child

George Chinnery

19

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

George Chinnery made two quick sketches of a seated Chinese child in 1825. They’re drawn with pencil and ink on paper. The first is a rough outline. The second fills in details with darker ink. This was part of Chinnery’s time in China. He traveled there often to draw daily life. These fast sketches show how he worked on the spot. Look up George Chinnery next.

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