Framed Chinese Ancestor Painting - Early 20th Century Cashmere 60 x 8 x 78

60 x 8 x 78 (wxdxh cms)

which dates it to the end of the Meji period

enhancing the engraved decoration and highlighting the age of the piece

and the turning of the seasons

5 x 12 (wxdxh cms)

Framed Chinese Ancestor Painting - Early 20th Century Cashmere 60 x 8 x 78This antique Chinese ancestor scroll painting dates to the first half of the 20th century and would have originally hung above an altar in a family home. Ancestor worship was an integral part of Chinese culture for many centuries. Ancestors were honored daily with an offering of incense. This was believed to protect the home and family members. These paintings are excellent social history and show the exact style of clothes officials would have worn