Antique Etching FU CHEW FU Hokfyew Capital of FO KYEN from Montanus 1747

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.

Measures Approximately: sheet 10 1/4” x 14 1/4”; plate size 6 1/2” x 14 1/4”

Condition:  two vertical folds as issued. Some light foxing, creases, spots, tanning at the edges, some chipping and small closed tears. Sale as is (check photos please). Unframed.