Guan Lianchang: Decoding the Enigma of Canton’s Workshop Paintings Guan Lianchang, also known as Tingqua Studio, emerged from Guangzhou (Canton) in China during a pivotal moment in history – the mid-19th century. Born around 1809, he was the younger brother of Lamqua, another prominent Cantonese export artist who established a similar studio and achieved international acclaim. Guan Lianchang’s artistic legacy rests primarily on his meticulously crafted albums and watercolors depicting Canton and its surroundings, treasures sought after by discerning Western collectors. These artworks offer i…