Antique Map of Cities of the Jiangsu region by Bellin (c.1760)

Description: Antique map titled 'Plan de l' Enceinte de la Ville de Nan-King ou Kyang-Ning-Fou et plan de la ville de Su-Tcheou-Fou.' A map of the city of Nanking or Nanjing and a second map shows Suzhou (?) in the Jiangsu region. Originates from 'Histoire Generale des Voyages' (Paris 1746-1759).

Artists and Engravers: Jacques-Nicolas Bellin (1703-1772) was a French hydrographer, geographer and member of The Philosophes. His career, spanning over 50 years, caused an enormous outpt in maps, particular of maritime interest.