Artwork
Three Chinese figures
Three Chinese figures is a drawing by the Romanticist artist George Chinnery. It dates from 17 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
The drawing 'Three Chinese figures' depicts a simple scene with three individuals, including a child, gathered around a basket supporting a tray laden with a bowl and various items.
Subject & Meaning
The subjects are three Chinese figures, one being a child, engaged in an everyday activity or ritual, as suggested by the arrangement of food or offerings on the tray.
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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