JANSSONIUS, J./ VALK, G. / SCHENK, P. - Imperii Sinarum nova descriptio.
JANSSONIUS, J./ VALK, G. / SCHENK, P. - Imperii Sinarum nova descriptio.
Published: Amsterdam, ca. 1720
Size: 462 x 520mm.
Color: Original colours.
Condition: In mint condition and very attractive original colours.
Description
Schenk and Valk's rare early 18th century issue of Janssonius milestone map of China, Korea and Japan after Martino Martini. Engraved by Johannes van Loon.
The overall balance of design, the putti playing around the scale, the Chinese and Missionaries make this a most decorative item. Taiwan is included. The Great Wall of China is shown.
The overall balance of design, the putti playing around the scale, the Chinese and Missionaries make this a most decorative item. Taiwan is included. The Great Wall of China is shown.
1,700€
- Reference N°: 34765
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