1721 TRAVELS to CHINA by Gio. Gemelli ILLUSTRATED antique VELLUM BINDING

Giro del Mondo.

(Tour of the World)

by D. Giovanni Francesco Gemelli

Parte quarta...

NELLA CINA

(volume focuses on Careri's observations and experiences during his travels in China)

Naples, Felice Mosca; 1721

 With 6 (3 of which are folded multiple times) copperplate engravings.

4 leaves, 456 pp., 12  leaves.

Original vellum binding with manuscript spine title.

The veracity of the account, formerly widely disputed, is now considered proven in its main features (Henze). -

Among the engravings are a funeral, the porcelain tower in Nanking, and fruits.

Very good condition, toning

Size: 4.5 by 7 inches

Text in Italian
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Giovanni Francesco Gemelli Careri ( 1648  – 1724  ) was an Italian jurist , adventurer and traveller .
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