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Optical Print or Vue d'optique of a Chinese Temple, ca.1750

$615.22
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£463.99
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€528
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CA$850.60
CA$1,063.2520% Off
A$952.81
A$1,191.0220% Off
CHF 500.45
CHF 625.5620% Off
MX$11,585.89
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NOK 6,337.35
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SEK 6,015.85
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DKK 4,019.48
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About the Item

Antique print titled 'Vue d'un temple Chinois : Le grand Kia-cheu de la Chine, ou Temple des Aïeux, préparé pour le Sacrifice solemnel, que les Chinois célébrent pour leurs Ancêtres'. Vue d'optique of a Chinese temple prepared for annual sacrifice held in honour of deceased ancestors, whose portraits are displayed around the temple. This is an optical print, also called 'vue optique' or 'vue d'optique', which were made to be viewed through a Zograscope, or other devices of convex lens and mirrors, all of which produced an optical illusion of depth. Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Engravers: Anonymous. Condition: Fair/good, general age-related toning. Minor wear and small defects, slightly affecting image. Blank verso, please study image carefully.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.62 in (29.5 cm)Width: 17.52 in (44.5 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
    1750-1759
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1750
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages. Condition: Fair/good, general age-related toning. Minor wear and small defects, slightly affecting image. Blank verso, please study image carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-12518 1stDibs: LU3054326751432

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