Ancestor Painting, Grandfather Official in Burgundy finish-lacquer scenes of children at play

scenes of children at play

they make a wonderful room divider in a modern home

unlike in other Asian countries

Mounted for display they make unusual

This beautiful warm elm tall chest of drawers offers modern bedroom storage but with a strong oriental style

Ancestor Painting, Grandfather Official in Burgundy finish-lacquer scenes of children at playAncestor portraits were an important part of the Chinese practice of ancestor worship. It was the duty of the family to honour and commemorate their ancestors, with rituals and offerings a regular and important part of this. Portraits were usually near life size and painted from a front perspective, with the subjects usually seated and wearing robes showing the insignia of their rank and status. Original ancestor paintings are now rare and highly