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The Praya Grande, Macau: 4163.4

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Titles

The Praya Grande, Macau

Maker(s)

Youqua

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Description

The Praya Grande was the principal waterfront promenade when the Portuguese held the peninsula of Macao. Here it curves around on the left hand side of the painting. The port and the boats are seen on the calm waters, and the mountains form a distant backdrop to the scene. The artist has painted the view from the northern end of the Praya Grande, facing away from the Chinese mainland.
Previously described as "Macau".

Measurements and weight

Height: 250 mm
Width: 337 mm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1909) by Bothamley, Rev. H.

Dating

19th Century
Circa 1840 - Circa 1870

School or Style

Chinese
Chinese export art

Materials used in production

Watercolour
Bodycolour
Pith paper

Techniques used in production

Drawing : Watercolour, bodycolour and ink with heightening in white on pith paper, laid down with with strips of blue silk-covered paper

Inscription or legends present

  • Text: Macau
  • Location: L.r. folio
  • Type: Inscription

Identification numbers

Accession number: 4163.4
Primary reference Number: 185528

Audit data

Created: Friday 23 September 2011 Updated: Monday 27 January 2025

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Paintings, Drawings and Prints

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