The Bund At Shanghai (+ 2 Others; Set Of 3)
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Sunqua's The Bund At Shanghai (+ 2 Others; Set Of 3) into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
The Bund at Shanghai (+ 2 Others; Set of 3) by Sunqua is a captivating series of 19th-century Chinese export paintings that vividly captures the grandeur of Shanghai’s iconic waterfront during the colonial era. Executed with meticulous detail, these gouache-on-paper works blend Western perspective with traditional Chinese brushwork, showcasing European-style buildings alongside bustling river activity. Sunqua, a prominent Cantonese artist studio active circa 1840-1870, specialized in such hybrid works commissioned by Western merchants, making these paintings valuable documents of cultural exchange. The set’s historical significance lies in its rare pre-photography documentation of China’s treaty ports, offering a shimmering, almost romanticized vision where delicate junks glide past neoclassical banks under luminous skies. As prime examples of the China Trade painting genre, they represent an important intersection between Eastern artistic traditions and Western commercial demands during the Qing dynasty.
For contemporary interiors, this Sunqua trio brings cultured sophistication with its balanced composition of architectural precision and fluid water elements. Ideal for studies or executive offices measuring 12x16 inches each, the paintings lend themselves beautifully to classic-contemporary fusion spaces when framed uniformly in black lacquer with museum glass. Their soft celadon waterways and cream-colored facades harmonize exceptionally well with rich teak furnishings or navy-blue accent walls. In dining rooms, the maritime theme pairs elegantly with Chinese porcelain collections, while the panoramic format creates impactful gallery walls when displayed horizontally. The subdued yet complex color palette allows flexibility—equally striking against crisp white walls in minimalist settings or as contrast pieces in richly textured traditional libraries. For optimal viewing, install at eye level with discreet LED picture lights to enhance the luminous sky details that characterize Sunqua’s finest works.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
