Chinese Export Watercolor Street Performer with Monkey

19th century Chinese export watercolor on paper depicting a street entertainer. The composition features a male figure in traditional dress including a dark blue tunic, light trousers, and red-trimmed shoes, carrying a bamboo pole across his shoulders. A small monkey is suspended from the front of the pole, while a large rectangular woven basket hangs from the rear. The reverse of the frame features a white label with printed text reading "Chinese Enterprises Company, Hong Kong. The artwork is housed in a black-painted wood frame with a white mat. Sight size: 10.50"W x 14.75"H. Dimensions: 17"W x 21"H Weight: 3.75 lbs Condition Request Condition Report Sporadic stains.

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