A Chinese export painting of figures, Qianlong period. An interior painting of four gentlemen or scholars sitting at a table it by a candle. Deft handling of the paint showing the light cast by the candle on the figures. A servant stands off to the side. The walls are adorned with Chinese paintings and Chinese furniture is in the background in soft light.
H. 12" (30.5 cm), W. 15.25" (38.7 cm) painting only
Collection of Mr. Edward Goldsmith

Condition: good condition overall, not examined outside of frame.

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