Antique Print of Chinese Vessels

Antique print titled 'Diverses Sortes de Barques - Barque du Dragon'. View of Chinese vessels. The top view depicts various types of Chinese barque, including a small vessel at centre that is topped with a high canopy with a shrine on its roof and a pair of large flags. The bottom view is a detailed depiction of a Chinese dragon-boat, heavily ornamented with flags, banners, statuary, and wood-carving. This print originates from Prevost's 'Histoire Generale des Voyages'.

Condition: Good. General age-related toning, blank verso. Please study image carefully.

Date: 1748

Overall size: 19.5 x 25.5 cm.