Who painted Packing Tea Into Pewter Tins With Straw Wrapping?

Packing Tea Into Pewter Tins With Straw Wrapping was painted by Unknown in 1800.

Where can I see Packing Tea Into Pewter Tins With Straw Wrapping?

Packing Tea Into Pewter Tins With Straw Wrapping is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Packing Tea Into Pewter Tins With Straw Wrapping?

Packing Tea Into Pewter Tins With Straw Wrapping is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Packing Tea Into Pewter Tins With Straw Wrapping

Unknown , 1800

Packing Tea Into Pewter Tins With Straw Wrapping is a paint painting by the Romanticist artist Unknown. It dates from 1800 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This painting is one of a series of twelve works depicting various stages of the tea industry in China.

About this work

Overview

This painting is one of a series of twelve works depicting various stages of the tea industry in China.

Subject & Meaning

The scene shows workers packing tea into pewter tins, which are then wrapped in straw for protection, illustrating a key step in the tea's preparation for transport.

History & Provenance

Created to satisfy European curiosity about Chinese tea production, this work was likely part of a commissioned set aimed at educating foreign audiences about the industry.

Context

Prior to around 1750, China was the world's sole tea supplier, making such detailed representations of its tea industry of particular interest to European viewers.