China Fu Chew Fu Capitol Fo Kyen Hoksyew Pagoda Mountains 1747 rare antique view

Fu chew fu, or Hokfyew, Capitol of Fo kyen, from Montanus

(China- City View- Chinese Architecture- Pagodas)

Engraved by F. Basire

Printed 1747, London.

Interesting and very detailed antique engraved Chinese urban plan.  The splendid level of detail provides for a virtual snapshot of how this village once looked.

Printed on period paper as issued which shows typical mostly light signs of age & wear from gentle handling, age toned resulting in a nice patina, remaining sound.

An appealing, uncommon and interesting antique view which could readily be collected on it's own merits, displayed or given as a present.

In Good or better antiquarian condition, mostly clean overall, light minor age dustiness or light surface wear, small scattered spotting or age soiling as seen, very interesting --

Please inspect enlargeable photo closely- any noteworthy flaws to the printed surface area should be noticeable within zoomable picture provided. This scan forms a central part of the item description and we encourage you to study it carefully.

[ note: We grade very conservatively. We are doing our best to show & describe this item so you are happy when it arrives ].

Despite any small age flaws, the printed area remains visually pleasing, and the image is well preserved.

Overall a nice impression of an original and interesting antique printed image that any collector, dealer or person of taste would be happy to own or display.

Original fold-lines as issued .

Sheet measures c. 15 7/8" W x 10 3/8" H.

Engraved area measures c. 14 1/4" W x 7" H.

[R4044]