Emperors of Japon - Châtelain c.1705 focusing on the eastern approaches

focusing on the eastern approaches to the Straits of Malacca

Title: Carte du Canal des Isles Philippines par lequel passe le Galion de Manille (Map of the Channel of the Philippine Islands through which the Manila Galleon passes)

Technique: Copperplate engraving with original hand-coloring

and smaller coastal traders

The Allegorical Cartouche: The lower-left corner features a stunning

Emperors of Japon - Châtelain c.1705 focusing on the eastern approachesTitle: Succession des Empereurs du Japon avec une Description du Meurtre de lEmpereur Cubo Cartographer Publisher: Henri Abraham Chtelain Published: Amsterdam, c. 17051720 Technique: Copperplate engraving with original hand coloring Description: A fascinating and highly detailed historical plate documenting the imperial and political history of Japan. The upper portion of the engraving features two large, dramatic scenes: the "Murder of the Emperor