Canton China harbor scene 1759 engraved hand colored prospect birds-eye view Iran Key lower left identifies 19

Key lower left identifies 19 spots within the very early city plan

Issued 1861 NY by Harper's Weekly

Short closed split at base of centerfold which extends just a tiny bit across the bottom black neat line

In nice Average+ or better antiquarian condition

Engraved by Kneass & Young

Canton China harbor scene 1759 engraved hand colored prospect birds-eye view Iran Key lower left identifies 19A perspective view of Canton in China. Issued c. 1760 80, London. Attractive original 18th century birds eye view print with nice hand color. Remains clean and displays well with a nice age patina. Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, faint minor age spotting, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive. Great looking approx. 250 year old print suitable for display. Sheet measures c. 9" H x 14"W. Engraved area measures c. 6 1 4" H x 10" W.