Antique Print of the Great Wall of China and the Gulf of Pecheli by Wright, 1843

Reference
JAK-726
Date
1843
Region
Asia
Category
Engraving
Sheet size
21.0 x 27.5 cm (8.3 x 10.8 in)
Condition
Good
Availability
Available
Price
EUR 79

Antique print titled 'Termination of the Great Wall of China, Gulf of Pecheli'. Steel engraving of the Great Wall of China and boats in the Gulf of Pecheli. This print originates from 'China, in a series of views, displaying the scenery, architecture, and social habits, of that ancient empire' by the Rev. G. N. Wright.

Artists and Engravers: Published by Fisher, Son & Co.

Condition: Good, age-related toning. Blank verso, please study image carefully. Date: 1843 Overall size: 27.5 x 21 cm. Image size: 19 x 12.5 cm.

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