Who painted Drawing, Tanka boats off the coast, Macau?

Drawing, Tanka boats off the coast, Macau was painted by George Chinnery in 4.

Where can I see Drawing, Tanka boats off the coast, Macau?

Drawing, Tanka boats off the coast, Macau is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Drawing, Tanka boats off the coast, Macau?

Drawing, Tanka boats off the coast, Macau is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Drawing, Tanka boats off the coast, Macau

George Chinnery , 4

Drawing, Tanka boats off the coast, Macau is a drawing by the Romanticist artist George Chinnery. It dates from 4 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

George Chinnery drew this scene of Tanka boats off Macau in 1839. It’s a quick, loose drawing on paper—not a polished painting. Chinnery spent years in Macau after 1825, sketching daily life.

The boats belong to the Tanka people, known for their fishing and boat skills. This work shows how Chinnery recorded local scenes in China during the 1800s.

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Overview

This drawing depicts Tanka boats off the coast of Macau, created by George Chinnery on April 4, 1839. It is a loose, informal work on paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing shows boats belonging to the Tanka people, an ethnic group known for their maritime skills and fishing traditions. The scene captures a moment of local life in Macau during the 19th century.

Technique & Style

The work is characterized by its quick and loose execution, reflecting Chinnery's observational drawing style.

History & Provenance

Chinnery produced this drawing during his extended residence in Macau, which began in 1825 and lasted until his death in 1852. During this period, he also traveled to Canton and spent time in Hong Kong.

Artist & collection

Artist

George Chinnery

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.