Offered here is a matched pair of Chinese ancestor portraits, depicting a seated male and female figure, sold together as one lot.

These are mid-20th century works, believed to have been produced for the export/tourist trade. The images appear to be prints with hand-applied embellishment, mounted on a paper backing and presented under glass. Materials are consistent with synthetic silk or rayon rather than true silk.

Both pieces were professionally framed at a shop in Maryland, likely mid-century, and remain in their original frames.

Details

• Sold as a pair only

• Mid-century, likely export production

• Possibly printed with hand embellishments

• Mounted to paper backing

• Original mid-century frames

• Rough overall size (each): approximately 54 x 30 inches

• Large, visually striking wall presence

Condition

• Overall very good display condition

• Mild foxing visible upon close inspection

• Male portrait: approximately 1 inch area of delamination where the mounted material has lifted from the backing in one corner

• This does not affect the image and is not visible when framed

• Frames show expected age-appropriate wear

• Please review all photos carefully for condition details

These present beautifully and make an impressive matched decorative statement, whether used in a residential or commercial interior.

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Shipping

• Ships via professional packing service or carefully packed freight due to size

• Local pickup welcome

• Shipping cost calculated based on destination

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Returns

• No returns accepted

• Please ask any questions prior to purchase and review all images carefully