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1670 Royal Banquet for Dutch Embassy in China - Antique Engraving by Dapper

$359.18

$446.6120% Off

£265.04

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€304VAT Included

€38020% Off

CA$498.02

CA$622.9620% Off

A$505.84

A$633.6620% Off

CHF 291.50

CHF 363.6620% Off

MX$6,107.22

MX$7,617.3920% Off

NOK 3,386.04

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SEK 3,414.29

SEK 4,28220% Off

DKK 2,317.95

DKK 2,897.6620% Off

About the Item

Antique print titled 'The Roÿall Banquet - t Koonincklyck Banket'. Original antique print of a feast for the Dutch embassy in the palace, China. This print originates from 'Gedenkwaerdig bedryf der Nederlandsche Oost-Indische Maetschappye, op de kuste en in het keizerrijk van Taising of Sina (..)' by O. Dapper. Published 1670. Artists and Engravers: Olfert Dapper (c. 1635 - 1689) was a Dutch physician and writer. He wrote books about history and geography, although he never travelled outside Holland. Until today, his book Description of Africa (1668) is a key text for Africanists. This antique engraving titled "The Roÿall Banquet - t Koonincklyck Banket" is particularly interesting for several reasons: 1. **Historical Context**: The engraving depicts a feast for the Dutch embassy in a Chinese palace, highlighting the interactions between the Dutch East India Company (VOC) and the Chinese empire during the 17th century. This period was marked by significant trade and cultural exchanges between Europe and Asia. 2. **Artistic Detail**: The intricate details in the engraving showcase the lavish setting of the banquet, with ornate decorations, elaborate costumes, and a grand architectural interior. These details provide insights into the artistic styles and techniques of the time. 3. **Cultural Significance**: The engraving illustrates a significant diplomatic event, capturing the cultural and ceremonial aspects of a royal banquet in China. It reflects the mutual curiosity and respect between different cultures during early globalization. 4. **Source and Publication**: The print originates from Olfert Dapper's book "Gedenkwaerdig bedryf der Nederlandsche Oost-Indische Maetschappye, op de kuste en in het keizerrijk van Taising of Sina (..)" published in 1670. Dapper, a Dutch physician and writer, is known for his detailed descriptions of foreign lands, despite never traveling outside Holland. His works, such as "Description of Africa," are considered important historical texts. 5. **Engraver's Skill**: The engraving is a testament to the skill of 17th-century artists and engravers. The ability to convey such a detailed and complex scene in a print format showcases their technical prowess. Overall, this engraving is a valuable historical artifact that offers a glimpse into 17th-century diplomacy, art, and cross-cultural interactions. Condition: Fair/good, general age-related toning. Repair on folding line, also affecting image. Shows some wear and creasing, blank verso. Please study image carefully. We sell original antique maps to collectors, historians, educators and interior decorators all over the world. Our collection includes a wide range of authentic antique maps from the 16th to the 20th centuries. Buying and collecting antique maps is a tradition that goes back hundreds of years. Antique maps have proved a richly rewarding investment over the past decade, thanks to a growing appreciation of their unique historical appeal. Today the decorative qualities of antique maps are widely recognized by interior designers who appreciate their beauty and design flexibility. Depending on the individual map, presentation, and context, a rare or antique map can be modern, traditional, abstract, figurative, serious or whimsical. We offer a wide range of authentic antique maps for any budget.

Dimensions:
Height: 12.01 in (30.5 cm)Width: 14.38 in (36.5 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
Materials and Techniques:
Paper
Period:
17th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1670
Condition:
Repaired: Repair on folding line, also affecting image. Condition: Fair/good, general age-related toning. Repair on folding line, also affecting image. Shows some wear and creasing, blank verso. Please study image carefully.
Seller Location:
Langweer, NL
Reference Number:
Seller: BG-12995-41stDibs: LU3054329299812

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