Ancestor Painting, Grandfather in Yellow not-google Price shown is for one

Price shown is for one lantern

colour and style

They are decorated with gold leaf and painted by hand

depicts chrysanthemums which symbolise humility

Ancestor Painting, Grandfather in Yellow not-google Price shown is for oneAncestor paintings were used in China as an important part 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 sought