Kwan Kiu Cheong (Lam Qua): A Pioneer of Western Portraiture in China Kwan Kiu Cheong, more commonly known as Lam Qua, was a remarkable Chinese painter who flourished during the Qing Dynasty (1801-1860). Originating from the Canton province, he distinguished himself through his exceptional ability to create portraits in a Western style, catering primarily to foreign clientele residing in China. His groundbreaking achievement of being the first Chinese artist exhibited in the West solidified his place in art history and significantly impacted the development of medical portraiture. Early Life…