Grand Dame - Qing Dynasty Art Print
Description
Behold a living tapestry of Chinese cultural heritage. This watercolor portrait unveils a Manchu matriarch, her weathered visage a map of lived wisdom.
Her attire whispers tales of dynastic splendor. A verdant robe, embellished with subtle bamboo motifs, drapes her form like a forest canopy. Cobalt cuffs and ebony trim frame this sartorial masterpiece, echoing the interplay of sky and earth. The jade-hued garment, a visual metaphor for longevity and virtue, contrasts with her silvered coiffure, adorned with a modest obsidian headpiece.
Keen eyes might spot the enigmatic crimson ornament gracing her ear - a pop of vitality amidst seasoned grace. Her charcoal skirt, pleated with precision, grounds the ensemble in quiet dignity.
This isn't mere clothing; it's a wearable chronicle of Qing dynasty artistry. For connoisseurs of East Asian fashion history, ethnographic art enthusiasts, or those captivated by the intersection of age and elegance in traditional societies, this illustration offers an unparalleled glimpse into the twilight years of imperial China's sartorial codes.
Information
Fine art paper for bold statements: Archival grade enhanced matte paper — delivering spectacular colors so rich, potent and tactile that your new print hums with life. Shipped safe and secure in a tough cardboard tube.
Forget faded reproductions and printable posters: This giclée print's fueled by colors that sing. Rendered with precision on warm-toned museum quality paper at 200gsm (5.9oz/yd). Using vibrant water-based inks that shine for decades.
FSC® certified: the math is simple — responsible forest management = art that doesn't cost the earth.
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Cost
Orders over $50 USD ship free.
Orders under $50 USD cost between $5-10 USD to ship depending on which part of the world you're ordering from.
Delivery Times
Production:
The average time it takes to produce the treasures you find here is 2-4 days.
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Average shipping times:
USA: 2-5 days • Canada: 3-8 days • UK: 2-5 days • Europe: 3-6 days • Australia: 2-5 days • New Zealand: 3-8 days • Rest of the world: 2-4 weeks
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Returns and Refunds
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2. All items for return must be delivered back in their original condition, with their original packaging included.
3. No guarantees your return will be approved if you send items back before the approval of your return request
4. No returns, refunds or exchanges on discounted or sale items.
5. Return shipping costs are only covered in the rare cases that items arrive faulty, incorrect or damaged.
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Giclée Printing
Gold standard for museum-level quality. Traditional printing uses the classic CMYK color range - bottom image. Giclée uses pigment based, archival quality inks. Manufactured on advanced inkjet printers with up to 12 individual colors - top image.
Finish & Texture
Museum-quality, heavyweight paper with a smooth, clean finish that emphasises complex highlights and tones. Delivering outstanding clarity and colors that hum with life. Perfect fit for color graphics, illustrations & fine art photography.
FSC® Certified
Trees are harvested with no net loss of forest over time. Workers are provided proper training, safety protocols, and fair wages. Local communities’ rights and resources are respected.
Partnered with Prodigi
I've worked with a lot of partners over the years. Prodigi's quality and care is remarkable, but their commitment to art, the environment and ethical supply chains captured my heart.
Brand New, Just for You
Your new fine art print will be produced with care after you place an order. It's called print on demand: minimizing landfill, water & energy use by only producing art people actually want.
Giclée Printing
Gold standard for museum-level quality. Traditional printing uses the classic CMYK color range - bottom image. Giclée uses pigment based, archival quality inks. Manufactured on advanced inkjet printers with up to 12 individual colors - top image.
Finish & Texture
Museum-quality, heavyweight paper with a smooth, clean finish that emphasises complex highlights and tones. Delivering outstanding clarity and colors that hum with life. Perfect fit for color graphics, illustrations & fine art photography.
100+ Years of Color
Your new fine art print will be produced with bright and vibrant water-based inks. Non-hazardous and toxin-free, they're printed using a pro-lab process that delivers 100+ years of spectacular colour when cared for correctly.
FSC® Certified
Trees are harvested with no net loss of forest over time. Workers are provided proper training, safety protocols, and fair wages. Local communities’ rights and resources are respected.
Partnered with Prodigi
I've worked with a lot of partners over the years. Prodigi's quality and care is remarkable, but their commitment to art, the environment and ethical supply chains captured my heart.
