Ancestor Painting, Grandfather Official in Burgundy finish-lacquer original condition

original condition

Available in either red or black and decorated with different designs

The base sits on a wooden stand

with its wonderful grain

Ancestor Painting, Grandfather Official in Burgundy finish-lacquer original conditionAncestor portraits were an important part of the Chinese practice 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