Vladimir Tretchikoff’s iconic painting Chinese Girl has been unveiled at Delaire Graff Estate in South Africa by Ms Pon-su-san, who was the model for the original painting.
The piece, which is said to be one of the most reproduced and recognisable paintings in the world, was acquired in March 2013 by the chairman of Graff Diamonds, Laurence Graff OBE.
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Ms Pon-su-san with Chinese Girl painting
Mr Graff said, “Tretchikoff’s Chinese Girl was the first piece of art that made an impact on me, and I believe ignited my interest and passion for art.”
The unveiling of Chinese Girl was marked by a special fundraising event in support of Graff Diamonds’ charitable foundation For Africa’s Children Every Time (FACET) that aims to support the wellbeing of the people of sub-Saharan Africa.
The painting was placed on public display at the Estate in Stellenbosch, South Africa on November 30.
by Amanda Bernstein