Artwork
A Chinese vendor weighing his produce, and a sunshade
A Chinese vendor weighing his produce, and a sunshade is a drawing by the Romanticist artist George Chinnery. It dates from 3 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. The work consists of two separate drawings.
About this work
Overview
The work consists of two separate drawings. One depicts a market vendor balancing scales while a bent‑over boatwoman stands nearby, surrounded by baskets of vegetables on the ground. The second drawing shows a parasol extended on a frame of wooden poles.
Subject & Meaning
The first image captures everyday commercial activity, emphasizing the interaction between a seller and a laborer in a bustling setting. The second focuses on a simple, utilitarian object—a sunshade—highlighting its structural form.
Technique & Style
Both pieces are rendered in drawing, employing line work to delineate figures, objects, and the surrounding space. The compositions rely on clear outlines and minimal shading to convey the scene's details.
History & Provenance
The drawings are attributed to a Chinese artist, though specific dates, ownership history, or exhibition record 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.
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