Title:
“[Book with maps] A Description of the Empire of China and Chinese-Tartary ... London: Printed by T. Gardner ... for Edward Cave ...”
Map Maker:
Jean Baptiste Du Halde
Two folio volumes. With 64 engraved plates, plans ... (full text available to subscribers)
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MapMaker: |
Jean Baptiste Du Halde
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Subject: |
China |
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Period/Size: |
1738-1741 / 15.7" x 9.8" (39.9 x 24.9 cm)
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Color: |
Unknown
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Condition: |
Contemporary blindstamped calf; rebacked. Maps with OL color. Occasional small marginal tears and some light staining. (condition help) |
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Offered by: |
Christie's Auctions |
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Catalog: |
Sale 2158 - The Wolfgang A. Herz Library - Important Voyages and Travels - (New York) - Dec. 9, 2009 (8692) |
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Lot/Item #: |
129 |
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Date: |
12/2009
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