A Sketch of a Journey from Zhe-Hol [Chengde] in Tartary by land to Pekin and from thence by water to Hang-Tchoo-Foo [Hangzhou] in China. This scarce map records the first attempt by the British to negotiate more favorable trade agreements with the Chinese emperor. The 1792 embassy of Lord McCartney was granted an audience with Emperor Qianlong, but failed to secure the agreements. The map follows the Grand Canal, the longest ancient canal in the world, from Beijing (here Pekin) to Hangzhou (here Hang-Tchoo-Foo). The official courier stations, each placed at intervals of 35 to 45 km, are noted along the route. Engraved by Benjamin Baker and Islington and published from London on "April the 12th, 1796" by George Nicol. Map drawn by J. Barrow. . Engraved by Benjamin Baker. Drawn by J. Barrow. Published 1797. Large 18th century hand coloured engraved map. Size 65 x 47 cm | 25.5 x 18.5 inches. Condition: Good; suitable for framing. A tight lower margin has been restored; part of the attribution has been lost. Please check the scan for any blemishes prior to making your purchase. Please contact us if you would like to arrange to view this map. This is a folding map. There is nothing printed on the reverse side, which is plain. Tags: China, China + An Embassy from the King of Great Britain to the Emperor of China, China + Baker, China + Baker + An Embassy from the King of Great Britain to the Emperor of China, China + Baker Benjamin, Pekin, Tartary

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