
A Set of Four Miniature Paintings of Hong Kong, Macau, Whampoa and Canton
Finely painted in gouache on rice paper
Mid 19thC
Diameter; 8.2 cm
Height; 5.2 cm
Condition; some light staining, laid down on silk. Corners possibly trimmed
Picture of Canton with some flaking. Other paintings with minor flakes.
The painting of Canton can be dated to 1847-56 on account of the Anglican Church
They were sent to a lady in Tamworth, described as ‘Arthurs Pictures of Hong Kong’
In an addressed envelope with a post mark for April 1856