Artwork
An Earthenware Seller
An Earthenware Seller 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
An Earthenware Seller is a painting depicting a vendor selling pottery.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a man standing behind a table laden with earthenware, wearing loose robes and holding a pot. The image is one of a series representing various occupations in Canton, created to inform European viewers about Chinese daily life and trades.
Technique & Style
The background of the painting is plain and dark, focusing attention on the subject and his wares.
History & Provenance
The painting was part of a set of 100 images commissioned or created for European buyers interested in Chinese culture.
Artist & collection
