Original 1808 Copper Engraving: "Bateau de Plaisance à Quanton"

This is an authentic early 19th-century copperplate engraving from Chrétien-Louis-Joseph de Guignes' landmark atlas Voyages à Peking. This specific piece was acquired through Michaan's Auctions in Alameda, a premier West Coast auction house.

Details:

"• Subject: A "Flower Boat" or Pleasure Boat in Canton (Guangzhou).

"• Artist: De Guignes (fecit) / Desève (direx).

"• Size: 16.5" x 10.75".

"• Condition: Excellent antique state on heavy hand-laid paper. Features the original deckled binding edge and Plate No. 25 stamp.

This is a rare, large-scale view of Qing Dynasty maritime life, perfect for collectors of Chinoiserie or maritime history.

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Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent antique state on heavy hand-laid paper. Features the original deckled binding edge and Plate No. 25 stamp. Outside edges are frayed

Origin:
China

Materials & Techniques:
Engraving, Paper

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent antique state on heavy hand-laid paper. Features the original deckled binding edge and Plate No. 25 stamp. Outside edges are frayed