Original 1808 French copperplate engraving titled "Bateau de Plaisance a Quanton" (Plate No. 25) by Chretien-Louis-Joseph de Guignes, published in Paris for "Voyages a Pekin, Manille et l'Ile de France."

This historical Chinoiserie piece depicts a Qing Dynasty pleasure boat on the Pearl River in Canton (Guangzhou), China. Inscribed "Deguignes fecit" (drawn by De Guignes) and "Deseve direx" (engraved under Jacques-Eustache de Seve).

Double-matted and framed in a rich dark wood frame with mahogany tones measuring 21" x 18". Excellent visual presentation ready to hang in a traditional, antique, or gallery setting.

Condition: Very good antique condition with light, natural age-appropriate toning on authentic 19th-century laid paper. Frame and matting are clean and secure.

Brand / Publisher / Maker
Maker/Artist: Chretien-Louis-Joseph de Guignes / Jacques-Eustache de Seve

Publisher: Imprimerie Imperiale / Henri Agasse (Paris, 1808)

Tags (All under 20 characters each)
Antique Engraving, 1808 French Print, Canton China Art, Chinoiserie Decor, Qing Dynasty Boat, Framed Antique Art, De Guignes Print, Maritime History, 19th Century Print, Guangzhou China, French Copperplate, Vintage Boat Art


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very good antique condition with light, natural age-appropriate toning on authentic 19th-century laid paper. Frame and matting are clean and secure.

Origin:
France

Materials & Techniques:
Engraving, Paper

Details:
Art Subjects: Landscape
Frame Type: Framed
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: France

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Very good antique condition with light, natural age-appropriate toning on authentic 19th-century laid paper. Frame and matting are clean and secure.