Chinese Mandarin Officer of War, Antique Print, Jefferys 1749
€ 345
Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)
Date
1749
Mapmaker / artist
Thomas Jefferys, London, 1749
Technique
Engraving with original hand color
Sheet size
32.1 × 24.9 cm (12.6 × 9.8 in)
Condition
Good
Reference
BG-14276-42
What the condition grades mean
Excellent
Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good
Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good
Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair
Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.
Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.
Condition
Good overall condition with toning and minor spotting. Some edge wear and small losses confined to the margins. Plate mark visible.
About this sheet
Chinese Mandarin Officer of War, Antique Print, Jefferys 1749
This striking engraving portrays a Chinese Mandarin of War, emphasizing martial authority and ceremonial dress. Published by Thomas Jefferys in London in 1749, the work reflects European interpretations of Chinese military hierarchy.
The figure stands in formal pose, dressed in a richly patterned robe adorned with circular insignia and carrying a sword. The detailed engraving and careful hand coloring bring out the intricate decorative elements, creating a bold and dignified composition.
Part of an ethnographic series, this print combines historical curiosity with decorative elegance, making it highly desirable among collectors.
Framing tips: Particularly effective in a dark frame with subtle gold accents, paired with a wide mat for a gallery-style presentation.
Special note: This is an original 18th-century engraving, not a reproduction. The print is sold unframed; any framed images are shown for presentation and interior inspiration only and may not always be on scale with the original.
