Ancestor Painting, Grandmother Official in Burgundy Bracelet with a dragon inside a

with a dragon inside a 'ruyi' (a symbol of prosperity) above

The supporting metal hoops around the base and middle are still in place

Large versions can be made on request

dark brown glaze and most still have the red wax export seal that is stamped before they can leave China

Base Diam 21cm Height 49cm

Ancestor Painting, Grandmother Official in Burgundy Bracelet with a dragon inside aAncestor paintings like this were used in China as an important part of the practice of ancestor worship. Families would remember and worship their ancestors with offerings. Portraits were painted from front on and usually life size, with the subjects normally seated and wearing robes to show their rank badge. Original ancestor paintings are now rare and highly sought after. Our paintings are reproductions and smaller in size, but are accurate