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Antique Map of Three Chinese Cities in Chensi and Koei Tcheou, c.1758

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Antique map titled 'Lan-Tcheou ou Lan-Chew dan la province Chensi; Can Tcheou ou Kan-Chew dan la province de Chensi; Tchin-Ywe-Fou ou Chin-Ywen-Fu dans la province de Koei-Tcheou ou Quey-chew.' Three plans of old Chinese cities. While these maps by Van Schley after Bellin were initially made for 'Histoire Generale des Voyages' (Paris 1746-1759), this is from the 1758 Dutch edition of that work published by Arkstee & Merkus. Artists and Engravers: Made by 'Jakob van Schley' after 'Jacques Nicolas Bellin'. Jakob van der Schley (1715-1779) was a Dutch draughtsman and engraver, who studied under Bernard Picart. 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. Condition: Excellent, given age. Original folds, as issued. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study image carefully. Date: 1758 Overall size: 33.2 x 24.3 cm. Image size: 28.6 x 22.5 cm. We sell original antique maps to collectors, historians, educators and interior decorators all over the world. Our collection includes a wide range of authentic antique maps from the 16th to the 20th centuries. Buying and collecting antique maps is a tradition that goes back hundreds of years. Antique maps have proved a richly rewarding investment over the past decade, thanks to a growing appreciation of their unique historical appeal. Today the decorative qualities of antique maps are widely recognized by interior designers who appreciate their beauty and design flexibility. Depending on the individual map, presentation, and context, a rare or antique map can be modern, traditional, abstract, figurative, serious or whimsical. We offer a wide range of authentic antique maps for any budget.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.57 in (24.3 cm)Width: 13.08 in (33.2 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1758
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  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: PCT-508071stDibs: LU3054326226802

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