Asia as a Whole · 18th century
€ 204
Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)
Antique print titled 'Cities of the Province of Quey-Chew'. Old map depicting four walled cities of the Chinese Qing dynasty province of Quey-Chew (modern day Guizhou) in S.W. China: Quey-Yang Fu (Guiyang), Ping-Ywen Fu, Pu-ngan Chew, Chin-Ywen Fu. Originates from 'A description of the Empire of China and Chinese-Tartary' by J.B. du Halde. Du Halde's work inspired great interest in China among Europeans, and was a ground breaking work in geography. Artists and Engravers: Engraved by J. Basire. Published by E. Cave, London.
Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Few marginal defects and worm holes, please study image carefully.
Date: 1738
Overall size: 23.5 x 39 cm.
Image size: 0.001 x 21.5 x 35.5 cm.
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