Antique print China titled 'Kuching'.
Old print depicting a view on the Chinese city of Kuching or Kuchin (Gui Jiang, Kuei Chiang), near the river Gui (Guei). This area is close to Tianjin and Beijing. This print originates from the Latin edition of Nieuhof's work titled 'Legatio batavica ad magnum Tartariæ chamum Sungteium (..)'.
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: Good, toning and repair on folding line. Few small spots, please study image carefully. Date: 1668 Overall size: 37.5 x 31 cm. Image size: 31 x 19 cm.
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