Artwork
A settee, Macau
A settee, Macau is a drawing by the Romanticist artist George Chinnery. It dates from 16 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. A detailed drawing depicts the end of an upholstered settee, showcasing its carved wooden elements and two cushions.
About this work
Overview
A detailed drawing depicts the end of an upholstered settee, showcasing its carved wooden elements and two cushions.
Subject & Meaning
The settee is a common motif in the artist's portrait drawings, indicating its prevalence as a piece of furniture during that period.
Technique & Style
The drawing highlights the intricate carvings on the settee's woodwork, demonstrating the artist's attention to detail.
Context
The settee's design is associated with the work of George Chinnery, suggesting a connection to his style or period.
Artist & collection
Artist
George Chinnery (Chinese: 錢納利; 5 January 1774 – 30 May 1852) was an English painter who spent most of his life in Asia, especially India and southern China.
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