Antique print China titled 'Künste und Handwerke in China'. Beautiful print depicting the fabrication of ink, a ropemaker, a flower dealer, a hair dresser and many other arts and crafts. Originates from 'Bilderbuch für Kinder'.
Artists and Engravers: Friedrich Johann Justin Bertuch (1747-1822 German) was a German publisher and patron of the arts.
Condition: Very good, original text page with German and French descriptions included. Please study image carefully. Date: 1800 Overall size: 20 x 24 cm. Image size: 17 x 22 cm.
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