Artwork
A Glass Painter
A Glass Painter is a paint painting by the Patna School of Painting artist Puqua. It dates from 1790 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
A Glass Painter is a painting from a series of 100 works depicting various occupations in Canton.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a man engaged in glass painting, copying a European engraving onto the reverse of a glass sheet. His task is rendered as a calm and meticulous process.
Context
The painting was created for European buyers interested in learning about Chinese culture and daily life through visual representations of local trades and occupations.
History & Provenance
The work is part of a larger collection, with related pieces held at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Artist & collection
