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Alternate Title(s): Parte Occidentale della China... Parte Orientale della China
Author: Vincenzo Coronelli
Publication Location: Venice
Year: 1696

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European techniques of map-making, coupled with Chinese skill and knowledge, led to this two-sheet map by Coronelli. It clearly indicates the Great Wall, Beijing (Xuntien), Korea, and Taiwan. The westernmost part of Japan is also visible. Detailed cartouches depict the tools of the surveyor and cartographer.

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Theme(s): Geography
Chronological Period: 17th century
Geographical Region(s): Asia, China, Italy, Europe, Korea, Taiwan
Resource Type: Map