Man Seling Flos for Embroidery
1790
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1790
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
Man Seling Flos for Embroidery is a 1790 paint by Puqua, a Patna School of Painting work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
The painting depicts a man dressed in traditional Chinese attire, carrying a large black umbrella and a wooden box with a handle. He is wearing a blue robe with a white undershirt, brown pants, and black shoes. The man's facial expression is neutral, and he appears to be walking towards the right side of the painting. The background of the painting is a plain white, which helps to focus attention on the man and his attire. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of simplicity and elegance. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up Puqua.
A rectangular painting from 1790 depicts a central figure in blue standing beneath a black umbrella, part of a set of 100 works illustrating Chinese artisans and tradesmen. Acquired by Parsons & Sons and accessioned in 1898, the piece reflects a broader collection documenting occupations in Canton, likely intended for European audiences seeking insight into Chinese society.
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