Artwork
The Praya Grande, Macau, at sunset
The Praya Grande, Macau, at sunset is a drawing by the Romanticist artist George Chinnery. It dates from 6 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
The Praya Grande, Macau, at sunset is a detailed drawing depicting a bay in Macau at dusk.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing captures a westward view from S. Pedro fort, showcasing Penha Hill and a convent at its summit, along with the surrounding buildings and landscape.
Technique & Style
The artist employed a range of lines and shading techniques, including cross-hatching, to achieve a sense of depth and dimensionality in the scene.
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.
The bay, Macau, with the church and fort of S. Francisco
Part of Macao Bay, looking west
The convent and church of S. Francisco, Macau, seen from across the bay
Governor's House, and part of the Praya Grande and Penha Hill
The Praya Grande, Macau, from S. Pedro fort
Tanka boats in the Praya Grande, Macau
Penha Hill and the Praya Grande, Macau
Macau with the church of S. Lourenço
Corner of Macao Bay, looking west