San li tu 1676

"San li tu" (Three-League Chart) is a four-volume illustrated book by Chongyi Nie, dating back to 1676. This illustrated work, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, delves into the intricacies of Chinese transportation during the Qing Dynasty. Depicting a variety of carriages, palanquins, and other modes of transport, the illustrations provide a glimpse into the daily life and social hierarchy of that era. The precise linework and detailed depictions make this work a valuable source for understanding the history of transportation and technology in China.