• presentation of the map reproduction without a frame
  • detail of the map from the centre
  • detail of the map from the centre left
  • detail of the map from the top left corner
  • detail of the map from the top right corner
  • detail of the map from the bottom right corner
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Old map and history of Peiping, formerly known as Peking, 1936

SKU:  187925

Old map and history of Peiping, formerly known as Peking, 1936

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"A Map and History of Peiping; formerly known as Peking" is an exquisite pictorial map crafted by Frank Dorn in 1936, depicting Beijing and its surrounding regions. This remarkable cartographic creation showcases significant events in China's history, spanning from 1100 BC to 1936, and highlights various alluring tourist attractions. Complementing the map, a 22-page explanatory text offers valuable insights into Beijing's rich culture and past.

Frank Dorn, an American military attaché stationed in China during the 1930s, used his time in Beijing (1934) to delve into Chinese language and culture while simultaneously working on this remarkable map. Notably, he gathered intelligence on Japanese military actions preceding the Sino-Japanese War, further adding to the historical significance of his work.

The map serves as a valuable historical artifact, providing a captivating snapshot of Beijing during the 1930s, and continues to captivate collectors with its aesthetic and informative value.

Highlighted features of the map include the delineation of Beijing's old city walls and its environs, accompanied by captivating illustrations recounting pivotal events in Chinese history, such as the founding of the Ming Dynasty and the Boxer Rebellion. Notably, it also points out popular tourist destinations, such as the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, and the Temple of Heaven.

Originally published in 1936 by The Peiyang Press Ltd. in Tientsin-Peiping/Beijing, this remarkable creation has seen numerous reprints, remaining accessible and cherished by enthusiasts even to this day. Its enduring allure and artistic brilliance ensure that it continues to be treasured for its unique blend of historical and artistic significance.

Materials

Cotton canvas, matte photo paper, fine art paper, pigmented inks.

  • The canvas it's 99 % cotton, 450 gr/sqm;
  • The matte photo paper it's acid-free (archival paper), 190 gr/sqm;
  • The fine art photo paper it's satinated (semi-glossy), 140 gr/sqm.

Shipping & Returns

Dispatching time: 1-2 days.

* AirMail option: The orders will be sent by priority registered mail, usually via client National Post (USPS, Canada Post, Royal Mail, LaPoste, Deutsche Post, PostNL, etc). The delivery times are not guaranteed, sometimes it will take longer and these are beyond our control. Tracking number will be provided. Clients from US and Canada cannot track the parcels as the tracking numbers are not rolled in USPS and Canada Post systems.

* UPS standard: The orders will be sent with UPS expedited option. The delivery time it's between 5-11 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

* UPS express: : The orders will be sent with UPS express saver. The delivery time it's between 4-7 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

Framing tips

Both type of materials, paper and canvas prints come rolled and will be need to be taken to your local framers.

The image it's printed with a border of 0.6 " (1.5 cm), for framing purposes only.

If you have already a frame, be sure you send us the exact size of the print that will fit inside the frame. We're printing on vectorial plotters so the size could slightly be more or less with 0.4" (1 cm).

If you plan to have the canvas print stretched on wooden frame, you'll need additional border, so please let us know after placing the order.

The images above was cropped from the image at the biggest size available (keeping the best quality and aspect /ratio), so, for good details please choose biggest dimensions that will suit your preferences / space.

Care Instructions

The print media (canvas or photo paper) could be cleaned only with a dry, soft cloth.

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