A map of China drawn from those of the particular provinces made on the spot by the Jesuit missionaries

Antique Maps of China

A map of China drawn from those of the particular provinces made on the spot by the Jesuit missionaries

Emanuel Bowen

MAP 1730

1 map ; 47 x 57 cm

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This exceptionally uncommon map of China was based on surveys carried out by Jesuit missionaries between 1708 and 1717. The exact latitudes and longitudes of numerous cities were noted on the map.

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Collection Antique Maps of China Map makers Bowen, Emanuel, -1767 Geographic region China Note Scale not given Relief shown pictorially "E. Bowen sculp." Prime meridian: Paris With text Library's copy with minor fold damages Language English Call number G7820 1717 .B68 DOI 10.14711/spcol/b536719

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A map of China drawn from those of the particular provinces made on the spot by the Jesuit missionaries

Emanuel Bowen

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