Vintage original watercolour on paper painting depicting a female sitter. Mid 20th century. ‘BURMESE WOMAN, CHEROOT SMOKER, MANDALAY’ BY YATANABON MAUNG SU, BURMESE (1903-1965). A typically characterful portrait by the artist, well known for capturing the essence of Burmese people in their everyday lives, smoking was a running theme throughout his work. Signed to the lower right in ink and inscribed in pencil with the title. Framed and glazed in a period metal frame with geometric details. The painting itself is in very good vintage condition with only minor wear commensurate with age. The frame is also in good vintage order. Overall measurements: 23.5cm x 18.5cm x 1cm. Height: 9.26 in (23.5 cm) Width: 7.29 in (18.5 cm) Depth: 0.4 in (1 cm)