Overview
A large-scale decorative wall panel featuring hand-painted peonies and scholars' rocks in the traditional Chinese 'Gongbi' style.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
Gump's San Francisco Chinoiserie Peony Panel
Photo reference
1 uploaded photo
Story
San Francisco's legendary Gump’s department store became the primary gateway for Asian art in America following the 1906 earthquake, when A.L. Gump decided to rebuild with a focus on 'Exotic Orient' treasures.
Maker / Origin
Gump's was more than a store; it was a tastemaker that defined San Francisco luxury for over 150 years.
Condition & Value
The paper or silk backing shows significant 'toning' or darkening, which is consistent with mid-century organic materials. While the owner's price of $50 is a fantastic 'thrift find' bargain, Gump's branded decorative panels of this scale typically command much higher prices in vintage…
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