This is an antique framed map of Gloucestershire. An English, atlas engraving of cartographic interest By Robert Morden, dating to the late 17th century and later.
Superb atlas lithography of Gloucestershire and its county detail as it stood circa 1700
Displays a desirable aged patina, with a lightly aged finish throughout
Fascinating cartography, appealingly set within a later gilt and ebonised frame
Hand-coloured presentation, and rich in town, village and administrative detail
Charming, period naming for the county of Glocester Shire and locations within the county
Mapped by Robert Morden (1650 - 1703) in high detail and sold by Abel Swale & John Churchill
Scale of Great, Middle and Small miles - a fascinating system devised before the standardised mile
Dressed to the rear with hanging wire for ease of mounting
This is a delightful antique map of Gloucestershire, with fine cartographic interest to the county, by a renowned map maker. A treat for display or
... a collector. Delivered ready to mount.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 52cm (20.5'''')
Max Depth: 1.5cm (.5'''')
Max Height: 44.5cm (17.5'''')
Map Width: 42cm (16.5'''')
Map Height: 34.5cm (13.5'''')
What our clients have to say: https://www.londonfine.co.uk/pages/reviewsInternal Reference: 25924
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1200108
Dateline of this antique is 18th Century
Height is 44.5cm (17.5inches)Width is 52cm (20.5inches)Depth is 1.5cm (0.6inches)
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