17th Century China Print
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Framed Print of Map of China, 17th Century
A copperplate engraving of a map of China, from 1625, made by travel writer Samuel Purchas (c. 1575-1626), based on Matteo Ricci's map. Ricci (1552-161), an Italian Jesuit priest, was a founder of the Jesuit China Mission. He is shown in the upper left of this map. © New York Public Library / Science Source
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Media ID 47361668
Antique Chinese Maps , Matteo Ricci Engravings , Historical China Maps , Italian Jesuit History , Old Asia Map Prints , Samuel Purchas Copperplate Engraving , Medieval Chinese Artwork , Historic China Map Collection , Map Of China In The 1600s
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Step into the past with our 'Map of China, 17th Century' framed print. This copperplate engraving, created by Samuel Purchas in 1625, offers a glimpse into the rich history and cultural heritage of ancient China. Based on Matteo Ricci's groundbreaking map, this piece is not only a work of art but also a testament to the curiosity and exploration that defined an era. Bring a touch of elegance and sophistication to your home or office with this breathtakingly detailed map, carefully crafted from the original image courtesy of ScienceSource.
A glimpse into the past, this 17th-century print of China's ancient landscape transports us to a bygone era. The intricate details and timeless beauty of Matteo Ricci's map evoke a sense of wonder and awe. As we gaze upon the copperplate engraving, we're reminded of the rich history that shaped this vast and storied land. In the upper left corner, Samuel Purchas' tribute to Matteo Ricci serves as a poignant reminder of their shared vision for cultural exchange and understanding. This rare artifact from New York Public Library's ScienceSource collection is a testament to the enduring power of human curiosity and exploration.
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Modern 14"x12" (36x31cm)
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.9cm x 19.3cm (9.4" x 7.6")
Estimated Product Size is 36cm x 31cm (14.2" x 12.2")
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