Plaque depicting a woman reading — Anonymous

Anonymous. Painted c. 1770 - c. 1775.

A woman sits at a table reading, while two children and a servant chat with one another. The Chinese painter used typical European artistic devices –perspective and shading –to suggest depth. The draped curtain is also a stylistic element derived from Western painting.

From the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Currently on display in Main building, The Netherlands overseas, 18th Century.

oil paint (paint), copper (metal), paper, lacquer (coating), wood (plant material) · Original size: 48.5 × 37 cm

Print: 48.5 × 37 cm, printed on Hahnemühle FineArt archival cotton paper. Museum-grade reproduction quality, true to the colours and detail of the original work.

Frame (optional): a custom-made wooden frame in a matte black finish, cut to the exact dimensions of this print, with an off-white passe-partout mat and protective glazing. Ready to hang.

Source: https://id.rijksmuseum.nl/200383650. Image released under CC0 by the Rijksmuseum.