Johannes Nieuhof, City of Jiangxi, Formerly Romanized as Kiangsi, China, 1668, Paper

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Antique print China titled 'Kiangsi'. Old print depicting a view on the Chinese city of Kiangsi with its ramparts. Behind … Read more Antique print China titled 'Kiangsi'. Old print depicting a view on the Chinese city of Kiangsi with its ramparts. Behind the city wall a pagoda can be seen. This print originates from the Latin edition of Nieuhof's work titled 'Legatio batavica ad magnum Tartariæ chamum Sungteium (\.)'. Jiangxi- formerly romanized as Kiangsi or Chianghsi - is a landlocked province in the east of the People's Republic of China. Its major cities include Nanchang and Jiujiang. Spanning from the banks of the Yangtze river in the north into hillier areas in the south and east, it shares a border with Anhui to the north, Zhejiang to the northeast, Fujian to the east, Guangdong to the south, Hunan to the west, and Hubei to the northwest. Artists and Engravers: Johan / Jan / Johannes Nieuhof / Nieuhoff / Neuhof (1618-1672) was a Dutch traveler who wrote about his journeys to Brazil, China and India. Condition: Fair, toning and repairs on folding line. Few small spots, please study image carefully. Date: 1668 Overall size: 37.5 x 31 cm. Image size: 31 x 20 cm. Antique prints have long been appreciated for both their aesthetic and investment value. They were the product of engraved, etched or lithographed plates. These plates were handmade out of wood or metal, which required an incredible level of skill, patience and craftsmanship. Whether you have a house with Victorian furniture or more contemporary decor an old engraving can enhance your living space. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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