A charming 17th century miniature account of China.

TRIGAULT, Nicolas et al.

Regni Chinensis descriptio ex varijs authoribus.
Leiden: Bonaventure & Abraham Elzevier, 1639. 24mo, contemporary vellum, speckled edges; pp. [viii]+365+[9]; engraved title with map of China, two woodcut costume plates, as called for.

Title in old ink on spine.

First edition of this descriptions of China 'by various authors' including Jesuits Xavier, Ricci & Trigault. Featuring a map of China within a decorative titlepage. In excellent condition


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