Large Antique Lithography Map, Northamptonshire

Name: Large Antique Lithography Map, Northamptonshire
SKU: as272a7685
Price: 795.00 GBP
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This is a large antique lithography map of Northamptonshire. An English, framed atlas engraving of cartographic interest by John Speed, dating to the early 17th century and later.

Superb lithography reproduction of Northamtonshire - place names are written in 17th century English
Displays a desirable aged patina and in very good order
Fascinating Jacobean period cartography, set within a quality, later frame
Reproduced here from its appearance in the 'Theatre of Great Britain' of 1627 published by George Humble
Marked for John Speed as cartographer and George Humbell (sic) as seller

Exceptional detail, as expected from a John Speed map, with town plans and heraldry
Wonderful town plan excerpts for Northampton and Peterborow with key for places of interest
Displays the coats of arms for each family granted Earlship in the county since the Norman conquest
Contains a vignette of text detailing the Battle of Edgecote Moor from the War of the Roses
Also presents text detailing events from 1263 and 1459 respectively

The reverse presents two pages from the atlas, representing the Hundreds of the county
Also hosting a list of names given for notable people within the county
Opposite page is dedicated to a history of the county
Dressed to the rear with hanging cord for ease of mounting

This is a brilliant antique lithography map of Northamptonshire, with fine cartographic interest and graced with a captivating level of detail. Delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 72.5cm (28.5'')
Max Depth: 3cm (1.25'')
Max Height: 61.5cm (24.25'')

Front Map Width: 51cm (20'')
Front Map Height: 39.5cm (15.5'')

Rear Panel Width: 51cm (20'')
Rear Panel Height: 39.5cm (15.5'')

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Category Antique Ephemera Period Mid 17th Century Antiques Material Paper Origin English Item code as272a7685 / 24429 Status For Sale

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