£17.50
The Chinese Lady (canvas only, no frame)
Westminster, London
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£17.50
Description
Add a timeless piece of art history to your home with this beautiful canvas print of "The Chinese Girl," one of the most recognizable and best-selling art prints of the 20th century.
Its captivating subject and unique color palette make it a fantastic focal point and a guaranteed conversation starter.
Product Details
Artwork: "The Chinese Girl" (1952)
Item: High-quality canvas print (unframed)
Size: 40 cm x 60 cm
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About the Artwork & Artist
Artist: Vladimir Tretchikoff (1913-2006)
The Piece: Officially titled "The Chinese Girl," this painting is also famously known as "The Blue Lady."
History: Tretchikoff, a Russian-born artist who settled in South Africa, painted this piece in 1952.
The model was Monika Sing-Hee, a young Chinese woman he met while she was working at her uncle's launderette in Cape Town. 🩵
Why It's Famous: The painting became a global phenomenon. Its mass-produced prints were a dominant feature in homes during the 1950s and 60s.
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The portrait is celebrated for its exotic mystery, the subject's direct gaze, and, most notably, the striking blue-green skin tone, a feature Tretchikoff claimed came to him in a dream.
It remains an iconic example of mid-century "kitsch" art that has transcended its origins to become a beloved classic.
Posted: 2 days ago
Ad ID: 1513313800
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