Artwork
Part of the Praya Grande, Macau
Part of the Praya Grande, Macau is a drawing by the Romanticist artist George Chinnery. It dates from 19 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This drawing depicts a specific area of Macau's Praya Grande, focusing on the southwest section, with a prominent view of the bay and adjacent architectural features.
Subject & Meaning
The scene captures the city's waterfront, incorporating both the natural setting of the bay (on the left) and the man-made structures of the area, including a convent situated on Penha Hill in the background, which adds spatial depth.
Technique & Style
The drawing is characterized by meticulous detail, achieved through extensive linework and shading techniques, notably cross-hatching, which enhances the visual texture and dimensionality of the composition.
Context
Created during a period of Macau's historical significance as a port, the drawing may reflect the artist's interest in documenting the city's blend of European architectural influences within its Asian setting.
History & Provenance
Unfortunately, specific details regarding the drawing's creation date, artist, and ownership history are not provided in the available information.
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.
Macau, looking south-west along the peninsula
The Praya Grande, Macau, with studies of a boatwoman and a rowing boat
The convent and church of S. Francisco, Macau, seen from across the bay
The fort of S. Pedro, Macau
A steep hill in Macau, with buildings below it and on its summit
Penha Hill and the Praya Grande, Macau
Part of Macao Bay, looking west
The Praya Grande, Macau, from S. Pedro fort
Buildings below the College of S. José, Macau
The church and convent of S. Francisco, Macau, from across the bay
Macau with the church of S. Lourenço