Lot 395 , A Chinese concertina album of historical Chinese figures, late 19th / early 20th century, 46 x 49cm, some pages separated

A Chinese concertina album of historical Chinese figures, late 19th / early 20th century, painted in gouache with portraits of dignitaries from Chinese history, with inscriptions in the upper border, interspersed with pages painted with mythical beasts including phoenixes and Buddhist lions, all mounted on card, 46 x 49cm, some pages separated
Estimate £300-500

The pages of the album has split apart from each other in places, there is some slight grubbiness to the pages, but generally the painting is bright and in good condition, the outer boards and brocade cover are worn, the actual pages themselves are in reasonable condition.



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Sold for £200