Sunday, April 23, 2017

Sunday Sketches - Antique Shelf


For Sunday Sketches, I did this Antique Chinese shelf on cardstock (4 1/2" x 6 1/2") using my sketch markers. I got the idea when I was at a Chinese dim sum lunch recently and saw these shelves on display in the restaurant, storing these cute teapots.  They wouldn't be more than 2 feet by 4 feet in size.  Needless to say, I was trying to think of what I should paint next and was happy for the inspiration.

19 comments:

Lady Fi said...

That is lovely!

Valerie-Jael said...

Great sketch and the shelves are gorgeous. Hugs, Valerie

Jenn Jilks said...

Good work!

Latane Barton said...

I love teapots and have (or did have) a collection. And, I love Chinese food. This sketch brought back some happy memories for me.

Anonymous said...

That piece of furniture is so typically Chinese. Hope you enjoyed the dim sum.

Victoria said...

Very cool..absolutely love it! Very magical!!
Wonderful work

Andrea @ From The Sol said...

I have always enjoyed the simplicity of oriental art. This is quite relaxing and the thought of tea sent me right to my kitchen. Lovely painting Christine ...

Andrea @ From the Sol

JFM said...

Beautifully drawn and colored!!!
It gives me the feeling of lovely and simple oriental art. Well done Christine~

Lisabella Russo said...

What a darling shelf! You did a great job with it, it's beautiful.

Kay said...

This is beautiful, Christine. I love the simplicity of the design. Great job!

stefanie stark said...

The little teapots are enchanting! You created such a charming Chinese shelf!

Anonymous said...

Very nice!

carol l mck said...

Very unique illustration and very effective ~ thanks,

Wishing you a Happy Week ~ ^_^

gloriadelpilar_1994@yahoo.com said...

lovely :)

NatureFootstep said...

see, you can get inspired everywhere. :) Love this one. And would probably love the real one too.

Adam said...

cool sketch

Lowcarb team member said...

What a great idea Christine - I like it.

All the best Jan

The Happy Whisk said...

Looks great!

Jennifer Rose said...

very nie :) you see those shelves a lot at Chinese restaurants in Canada, almost like it is requirement to have one :p