Antique print titled 'De Stad Tong-Chew - Bedevaart om een vrugtbaar jaar'. Decorative panoramic view of the city of Tongzhou, China. Also shows a pilgrimage for a fertile year. This print originates from Prevost's 'Histoire Generale des Voyages'.
Artists and Engravers: Engraved by J. van der Schley. Jakob van der Schley (Amsterdam 1715-1779) was a Dutch draughtsman and engraver. He studied under Bernard Picart and became heavily influenced by his style
Condition: Very good, given age. Some soiling of the margins. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study image carefully. Date: 1749 Overall size: 19.5 x 25.5 cm. Image size: 15 x 21.3 cm
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