80 Jacques-Nicolas Bellin (1703–1772) – View of Quang-Cheu-Fu or Canton – Engraving (Circa 1748)
This detailed topographical print provides a comprehensive view of the strategic port city of Quang-Cheu-Fu (known today as Guangzhou or Canton) in China. The composition captures the bustling maritime trade environment, with numerous European sailing vessels and Chinese junks occupying the water in the foreground. The city's fortified walls and prominent Chinese architectural elements, such as towers and pagodas, define the skyline in the background. The image documents the principal hub of European trade in China and was published as an illustration in the exhaustive French geographical compendium, the Histoire Générale des Voyages.
Jacques-Nicolas Bellin was a highly significant French cartographer, hydrographer, and geographer of the 18th century. Appointed Chief Cartographer and Ingénieur de la Marine to the French Navy, he produced an immense and highly regarded body of work, known for its precision and clarity. His illustrations and maps were foundational to French and European geographical knowledge during the Age of Enlightenment and were widely disseminated through major publications like the Histoire Générale des Voyages.
Artist or Maker: Jacques-Nicolas Bellin
Dimensions: Approximately 20 × 28 cm
Medium: Engraving
Date: Circa 1748
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
| Värdering | 300 - 400 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 24.4% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 6 SEK |
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