Artwork
Casa Garden, Macau
Casa Garden, Macau is a drawing by the Romanticist artist George Chinnery. It dates from 20 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Casa Garden, Macau is a drawing depicting a serene wooded hillside, notable for featuring the 'rocks of Camões' prominently on the left, amidst a tranquil arrangement of trees and foliage.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is the Casa Gardens, specifically during the period when the Casa da Horta house was leased to the East India Company. The inclusion of the 'rocks of Camões' adds a layer of cultural significance, referencing a landmark associated with the Portuguese poet Luís de Camões.
Technique & Style
The drawing showcases the artist's use of cross-hatching, a technique that involves layering lines to achieve depth, texture, and shading, contributing to the overall sense of peace and detail in the natural scene.
History & Provenance
Originally part of the Casa da Horta estate leased by the Pereira family to the East India Company until 1834, the gardens and their depiction reflect a period of colonial interaction. The house now serves as the headquarters of the Fundação Oriente.
Context
Created during Chinnery's time, the drawing captures the garden's layout, including the 'rocks of Camões', which were part of the estate's landscape at that period.
Legacy
While specific legacy details of this drawing are not provided, it contributes to the historical and artistic record of Macau's colonial era landscapes and the cultural landmarks within them.
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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