On offer: an original (i.e. not a later reproduction) scarce antique map "A Map of Little Bochara and the adjacent Countrys. Drawn from the survey of by the Jesuits and Mr Kyrillows Map of the Russian Empire." By T. Kitchin.
An original old map that focuses on Central Asia, specifically Western China (Xinjiang), the Gobi Desert, and parts of present-day Mongolia and Kazakhstan. It depicts the Great Wall of China, various caravan routes, and major river systems like the Jialing River, reflecting the limited but growing European understanding of the Silk Road. "Little Bochara" (or Little Bukharia) was a historical term used by Europeans to refer to the Tarim Basin and surrounding areas in Eastern Turkestan.
DATE PRINTED: 1764.
SIZE: The printed area including titles is approximately 24 x 17 cm, 9,5 x 6.75 inches (medium) plus margins
ARTIST/CARTOGRAPHER/ENGRAVER: Drawn by Thomas Kitchin. Thomas Kitchin (or Kitchen) (1718–1784) was an English engraver and cartographer. He was born in Southwark, and was apprenticed to Emmanuel Bowen in 1732, with whom he collaborated for 30 years. He was appointed Hydrographer to the King in 1773. His large and varied output has been attributed to his willingness to copy the maps of other cartographers. He worked for a number of publishers including Dalrymple, Dunn, Luttrell, Mackenzie & Wildey. His sources were eports from Jesuit missionaries in China who provided early European geographical insights into the region and Kyrillow’s Map: The "Map of the Russian Empire" by Ivan Kirilov (Kyrillow), a pioneering Russian cartographer.
PROVENANCE: Published in "A New General Collection of Voyages and Travels"; Printed for Thomas Astley, Published by His Majesty's Authority, London.
TYPE: Antique copper plate engraving printed on laid paper.
VERSO: There is nothing printed on the reverse side, which is blank.
CONDITION: Very good. Suitable for framing. Please check the scan for any blemishes prior to making your purchase. Virtually all antiquarian paper is subject to some normal aging due to use and time which is not significant unless otherwise stated.
AUTHENTICITY: This is an authentic antique print, published at the date stated above. I do not offer reproductions. It is not a modern copy. The term 'original' when applied to a print means that it was printed at the first or original date of publication; it does not imply that the item is unique.
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