Framed Chinese Watercolour of Birds on Pith Paper - 19th Century Bandhani Silk Scarves Chola bronzes used an alloy

Chola bronzes used an alloy is known as Pancha Loham

allowing for airflow while maintaining a light and practical structure

where practicality meets artistry

113 x 63 x 60  (wxdxh cms)

Rosewood Jewellery Box - Brass Peacocks - 3 Drawers - 19th c

Framed Chinese Watercolour of Birds on Pith Paper - 19th Century Bandhani Silk Scarves Chola bronzes used an alloyThis lovely antique Chinese gouache painting is painted on pith paper and dates from the 19th century. This was painted in China for the European market which was enjoying a fascination with all things Chinese and Chinoiserie. Pith paper is made from the spongy cellular tissue in the stem of a small tree called Tetrapanax Papyrifera, native to south west China. Pith is incredibly fragile. This old Chinese gouache painting has been framed in a later