Bidspirit auction | A CHINESE WATERCOLOR GENRE SCENE,

A CHINESE WATERCOLOR GENRE SCENE, CHINESE SCHOOL, EARLY 20TH CENTURY - Watercolor on paper depicting an interior genre scene with a seated official or scholar attended by two female figures The central figure is shown in traditional attire holding a staff or ceremonial object while the women are rendered in flowing robes The composition is intimate and narrative in character with expressive brushwork and a restrained palette of earth tones soft greens and muted reds The handling suggests an export or scholar studio work reflecting Western framing conventions combined with Chinese subject matter and figural types. Housed in a molded gilt and faux-bamboo style frame with a fabric-lined mat consistent with early 20th century presentation. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions offers in-house shipping. In case we can not accommodate a shipping request, a list of additional shippers will be provided. Dimensions: 12 x 9 in., (30.5 x 22.9 cm.) Condition: Watercolor with light overall toning and minor surface wear consistent with age No obvious losses observed Frame with scattered wear abrasions and minor finish losses Backing paper with creases punctures and handling wear.