Vintage Chinese Greyhound Under Pine Tree Art Postcard

This magnificent masterpiece is from the "Ten Prized Dogs" album by Giuseppe Castiglione (Lang Shining), a renowned Jesuit missionary and court painter for the Qing Dynasty. The artwork captures an elegant ginger and white greyhound named "Jin Chi Mi" scratching itself playfully under a majestic pine tree and delicate pink blossoms. Castiglione’s unique style masterfully blends Western realistic shading with traditional Chinese brushwork, bringing the sighthound to life with remarkable charm. This sophisticated Chinoiserie animal painting is a timeless choice for vintage home decor, dog lovers, and collectors of classic Asian fine art.