Johannes Blaeu:  Xantung, Sinarum Imperii Provincia Quarta

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Title: Xantung, Sinarum Imperii Provincia Quarta

Map Maker: Johannes Blaeu

Description:

Nice example of Blaeu's map of the Shandong region, from Blaeu's Atlas of China.

In the center of the map is the Bay of Xang with the neighboring peninsula of Korea.  Many larger cities are named: Tungchang, Cinan, Yencheu. Laicheu, Leaochang.  A portion of the Great Wall is shown.

Decorative map of the province, based on the maps of Jesuit missionary Martino Martini, the map features many place names and topographical details, a key to symbols, and decorative cartouche.

Condition Description: Old Color.

Related Categories:
Maps of China
Maps of Korea