Imperial Compendium of Mathematical Principles (1723) - Page 2

# Imperially Commissioned Essential Collection of the Complete Library in Four Sections original: 欽定四庫全書薈要, Qinding Siku Quanshu Huiyao. This was a condensed version of the largest collection of books in Chinese history, created specifically for the Emperor's personal use.

Masters Division original: 子部, Zibu. The third of the four traditional branches of Chinese knowledge, encompassing philosophy, religion, and the arts and sciences—including mathematics.

Imperially Authored Mathematical Essentials: Tables, Volume 4 of 5 original: 御製數理精蘊表, Yuzhi Shuli Jingyun Biao. This work was a definitive encyclopedia of mathematics compiled during the Kangxi reign, combining traditional Chinese methods with European mathematical knowledge brought by Jesuit missionaries.

Detailed Proofreading Official and Secretary, your servant Chen Mu original: 詳校官主事臣陳木. Chen Mu was the official responsible for ensuring the accuracy of this specific transcription. The term 'servant' (chen) was a standard way for officials to refer to themselves when submitting work to the Emperor.

A partial red seal or publisher's mark is visible at the bottom center of the page, likely indicating the library or government office where the volume was held.