Ancestor Painting, Couple in Yellow and Black Bench Available to order in a

Available to order in a range of sizes from single to emperor

with thick outer frames

The intricate open carvings show various leaf and scrolling designs

circa 1870

but have now mellowed to softer

Ancestor Painting, Couple in Yellow and Black Bench Available to order in aThis large ancestor portrait is a reproduction based on the paintings produced in China for centuries as part of the common practice of ancestor worship. Families would honour their ancestors with offerings placed in front of their portraits, which would show either individuals, couples or in some cases several generations. The subjects would be shown seated, dressed in their official robes displaying the square badges of their rank. Here the man and