Bidspirit auction | Pair of Chinese Ancestor Portraits,

Pair of Chinese Ancestor Portraits, Qing Dynasty, Mid-19th Century - A finely executed pair of Chinese ancestor portraits dating to the Qing dynasty, likely mid-19th century, depicting seated dignitaries in formal court attire. Each composition features figures rendered in traditional hierarchical format, with richly colored robes, rank badges, and detailed facial features conveying status and lineage. The upper registers include interior settings with altar tables, floral arrangements, and calligraphic inscriptions. Presented in later hardwood frames. 47 in. H, 31 in. W (each) Condition: Visible wear consistent with age, including creasing, staining, areas of pigment loss, and surface abrasions. Toning to paper and scattered discoloration throughout. Frames later.