THE VANISHING BORDER: A Retrospective of China and Hong Kong through Maps.
Hong Kong: Credit Lyonnais Securities (Asia) Ltd., 1997. First Edition. Hardcover. Limited to 3,000 copies. "This book, which comprises a selection of previously unpublished maps from Mr S.C. Tam's collection and maps drawn by non-Chinese cartographers, aims to introduce the long-standing civilisation of China through maps and to illustrate the major differences between Western and Chinese maps produced before the 20th century." 35 maps, rubbings, and paintings, with eight engravings. Square quarto. Full gold cloth binding, with gilt titles and decorative blind-stamping. A near fine copy, with some mild wear to the publisher's slipcase. Near fine. Item #70481
ISBN: 1824687006
Price: $100.00