PT Journal
AU Olivova, L
TI Chinese Woodblock Prints on the Walls at Veltrusy Manor
SO Pamatky strednich Cech
PY 2022
BP 1
EP 11
VL 36
IS 1
DI 10.56112/psc.2022.1.01
WP https://pamatkysc.cz/en/artkey/psc-202201-0001.php
DE Veltrusy Manor; 18th century; Chinese woodblock prints; chinoiserie; chaekgeori; Ding Liangxian
SN 08621586
AB The article deals with Chinese woodblock prints worked into the wallpaper in the 'small cabinet' and the 'count's study' at Veltrusy Manor (Melnik District). The author not only views them as examples of Chinese art, but also clarifies their position within the Rococo interior, stating that they are rarely preserved, numerous collections of Suzhou woodblock prints from the second quarter of the 18th century that are based on their domestic tradition. Moreover, the prints borrow some European painting techniques such as shading and even the illusive trompe l'oeil technique on the notional compartments of still lifes. The author further explains the presence of Chinese woodblock prints in 18th century Europe and lists many other places, especially in England and Sweden, where duplicate artefacts have survived.
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