Antique Print of the Castle of Mongley, China

Antique print titled 'Mongley'. This print originates from a Dutch edition of: 'Gezandtschap der Nederlandtsche Oost-Indische Compagnie ... aan den grooten Tartarischen Cham, den tegenwoordigen keizer van China.' (Nieuhof's China expedition from 1655-1657.) by J. Nieuhof. This edition was published in 1665. The work was famous for its wealth of engravings, while the text was based on earlier (Jesuit) sources as well. On verso: 'Temple de Konjansiam' (second image).

Condition: Good. General age-related toning. Minor wear and soiling. Please study image carefully.

Date: 1665

Overall size: 19 x 30.5 cm.