Original 1934 Hong Kong Rickshaw Pencil Drawing – Signed Sit Poi Colonial Framed Art

Immerse yourself in the atmospheric history of pre-war East Asia. This authentic 1934 original pencil drawing offers a rare, firsthand glimpse into colonial-era Hong Kong. The artwork focuses on a solitary rickshaw puller seated quietly beside his cart, a defining and poignant symbol of the region’s early modern street life.

The piece is executed with confident, precise linework, showing an impressive mastery of shading and human form. It is clearly signed and dated in the corner: “Sit Poi 34 Hong Kong”.

Fascinating Cross-Colonial Provenance
Beyond the striking artwork itself, this piece tells a wonderful historical story through its framing. The reverse retains its original 1930s trade label from the “Star Art Framing Works, Fort, Bombay”. This fascinating detail suggests the drawing was purchased by a traveler, merchant, or colonial official in Hong Kong, who then carried it along the British trade routes to India to be professionally framed.

Presented under glass in its original period wooden frame, this is not a modern print or reproduction, but a genuine, one-of-a-kind piece of social and art history. It serves as an evocative statement piece for a study, library, or an eclectic gallery wall.

Specifications
Artist: Sit Poi

Title/Subject: Hong Kong Rickshaw Puller and Street Scene

Date: 1934 (Original Vintage Drawing)

Medium: Pencil on paper

Framing: Framed under glass (Original 1930s frame)

Provenance Label: Star Art Framing Works, Fort, Bombay (India)

Visible Image Dimensions: Approx. 20.5 cm × 26 cm

Shipping: Free UK Shipping via Royal Mail Tracked 48

Condition Report
This 90+ year-old drawing is in good original vintage condition. The paper shows an authentic, warm age-toning and light wear along the edges, though the main image area remains clean, sharp, and visually powerful. The original period frame shows age-appropriate surface wear and minor scuffs. The backing paper is slightly loose and the glass has a small amount of movement within the frame, entirely consistent with a completely unrestored, authentic piece of this age. Please view photographs for a full look at the frame’s vintage character.