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Antique Caernarvon Map, Framed Cartography, Welsh County, John Speed, Circa 1610
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Antique Caernarvon Map, Framed Cartography, Welsh County, John Speed, Circa 1610

17th century
Description

This is an antique Caernarvon map. An English, framed engraving of the historic Welsh county, dating to the 17th century and later, circa 1610.

Superb cartography reproduction of Caernarvon town and shire - perfect for display

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order

Fascinating cartography, framed in the mid-20th century with period Boots label

Originally compiled by John Speed (1552 - 1629) in the early 17th century

Hand coloured palette accentuates the map with crests, historic ships and borders

Engraved here for sale John Sudbury and George Humble on Pope's Head Lane, London

A hub for print houses, the location was referenced by Samuel Pepys, and was the site of Lloyd's Coffee House

Town plans for Caernarvon and Bangor provide great period detail

Dressed to the rear with hanging wire for ease of mounting

This is a quality antique Caernarvon county map, with fine cartographic interest and a fine example of Speed’s work. Delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 56cm (22'')

Max Depth: 2.5cm (1'')

Max Height: 43cm (17'')

Map Width: 51cm (20'')

Map Height: 38cm (15'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this John Speed Caernarvon Map to the 17th Century.

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SA1188596
Dealers Internal Reference
25686
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Description
This is an antique Caernarvon map.
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An English, framed engraving of the historic Welsh county, dating to the 17th century and later, circa 1610.
London Fine Antiques

Superb cartography reproduction of Caernarvon town and shire - perfect for display

fig 1. Framed seventeenth-century map of Caernarvonshire by John Speed featuring hand-coloured town insets, coats of arms, and sea ships.
fig 1. Antique Caernarvon Map, Framed Cartography, Welsh County, John Speed, Circa 1610

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order

Fascinating cartography, framed in the mid-20th century with period Boots label

Originally compiled by John Speed (1552 - 1629) in the early 17th century

fig 2. Framed seventeenth-century map of Caernarvonshire by John Speed featuring hand-coloured town insets, coats of arms, and sea ships.
fig 2. Antique Caernarvon Map, Framed Cartography, Welsh County, John Speed, Circa 1610

Hand coloured palette accentuates the map with crests, historic ships and borders

Engraved here for sale John Sudbury and George Humble on Pope's Head Lane, London

A hub for print houses, the location was referenced by Samuel Pepys, and was the site of Lloyd's Coffee House

fig 3. Framed seventeenth-century map of Caernarvonshire by John Speed featuring hand-coloured town insets, coats of arms, and sea ships.
fig 3. Antique Caernarvon Map, Framed Cartography, Welsh County, John Speed, Circa 1610

Town plans for Caernarvon and Bangor provide great period detail

Dressed to the rear with hanging wire for ease of mounting

This is a quality antique Caernarvon county map, with fine cartographic interest and a fine example of Speed’s work. Delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 56cm (22'')

Max Depth: 2.5cm (1'')

Max Height: 43cm (17'')

Map Width: 51cm (20'')

Map Height: 38cm (15'')

Height
43cm (16.93")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this John Speed Caernarvon Map to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1188596
Dealers Internal Ref
25686
London Fine Antiques
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Framed seventeenth-century map of Caernarvonshire by John Speed featuring hand-coloured town insets, coats of arms, and sea ships.
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Archive I Framed seventeenth-century map of Caernarvonshire by John Speed featuring hand-coloured town insets, coats of arms, and sea ships.

Antique Caernarvon Map, Framed Cartography, Welsh County, John Speed, Circa 1610

Archive II Framed seventeenth-century map of Caernarvonshire by John Speed featuring hand-coloured town insets, coats of arms, and sea ships. View II
Archive III Framed seventeenth-century map of Caernarvonshire by John Speed featuring hand-coloured town insets, coats of arms, and sea ships. View III
Archive IV Framed seventeenth-century map of Caernarvonshire by John Speed featuring hand-coloured town insets, coats of arms, and sea ships. View IV
Archive V Framed seventeenth-century map of Caernarvonshire by John Speed featuring hand-coloured town insets, coats of arms, and sea ships. View V
Archive VI Framed seventeenth-century map of Caernarvonshire by John Speed featuring hand-coloured town insets, coats of arms, and sea ships. View VI
Archive VII Framed seventeenth-century map of Caernarvonshire by John Speed featuring hand-coloured town insets, coats of arms, and sea ships. View VII
Archive VIII Framed seventeenth-century map of Caernarvonshire by John Speed featuring hand-coloured town insets, coats of arms, and sea ships. View VIII
Archive IX Framed seventeenth-century map of Caernarvonshire by John Speed featuring hand-coloured town insets, coats of arms, and sea ships. View IX
Archive X Framed seventeenth-century map of Caernarvonshire by John Speed featuring hand-coloured town insets, coats of arms, and sea ships. View X
Archive XI Framed seventeenth-century map of Caernarvonshire by John Speed featuring hand-coloured town insets, coats of arms, and sea ships. View XI
Archive XII Framed seventeenth-century map of Caernarvonshire by John Speed featuring hand-coloured town insets, coats of arms, and sea ships. View XII
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Framed seventeenth-century map of Caernarvonshire by John Speed featuring hand-coloured town insets, coats of arms, and sea ships.
Antique Caernarvon Map, Framed Cartography, Welsh County, John Speed, Circa 1610
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Framed seventeenth-century map of Caernarvonshire by John Speed featuring hand-coloured town insets, coats of arms, and sea ships.
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John Speed was a prominent English cartographer who published The Theatre of the Empire of Great Britaine in 1611. His maps were groundbreaking for incorporating detailed inset town plans, decorative heraldic crests, and geographical features etched via engraved copper plates.

Maps from this era were printed from hand-engraved copper plates onto handmade rag paper using a rolling press. The printed black ink outlines were subsequently coloured by hand using watercolour washes to distinguish regional boundaries and decorative cartouches.

Authentic period maps exhibit a distinct plate mark impression around the border where the copper plate pressed into the paper. Additionally, genuine examples feature a central fold line from original atlas binding, chain lines within rag paper, and period Latin or English text printed on the reverse.

A framed antique map functions effectively as a focal point above a console table, desk, or mantelpiece. It pairs well with traditional timber furnishings, brass accents, and dark neutral wall palettes to complement classic cartographic aesthetics.

To prevent fading and paper degradation, hang framed maps away from direct sunlight and sources of heat or humidity. Utilize UV-protective glass and acid-free archival mounting materials to shield the paper and original pigments over time.
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