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 t…