Antique Buckinghamshire Map, English, Framed 17Th Century County Cartography
Stock No
25664
2024
- £795.00
- €907 Euro
- $1,044 US Dollar
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Item Description
This is an antique county map of Buckinghamshire. An English, framed atlas engraving reproduction by Dutchman Joan Blaeu, dating to the 17th century and later.
A treat for the collector or county native, with this charming Bucks map
Displays a desirable aged patina within a later, quality frame
Skilfully charted by the Dutch cartographer Joan Blaeu (1596 - 1673)
Blaeu was the official cartographer of the Dutch East India Company
A quality reproduction as originally displayed in the cartographer's Atlas Novus of 1645
Annotated with fascinating heraldic detail for prominent families within the county
Cherub figures accentuate the scale, shown in 'Milliaria Anglica' - Latin for an English mile
Hand coloured finish adds an appealing decorative appearance to the map
Dressed to the rear with mounting braid for ease of hanging
This is a fascinating antique county map of Buckinghamshire, with superb detail and 17th century cartographic interest. Delivered ready to display.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 47.5cm (18.75'')
Max Depth: 2.5cm (1'')
Max Height: 63.5cm (25'')
Map Width: 27cm (10.75'')
Map Height: 43.5cm (17.25'')
Item Info
Seller
Seller Location
Hele, Devon
Item Dimensions
H: 63.5cm W: 47.5cm D: 2.5cm
Period
1900s
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Location
Hele, Devon
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Contact No
+44 (0)207 1833511
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