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Antique Jamaica Map, English, Caribbean, Cartography, Thomas Jefferys, Georgian

Stock No

25817

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2024
  • £895.00
  • €1,031 Euro
  • $1,206 US Dollar

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Item Description

This is an antique Jamaica map. An English, framed Caribbean island engraving by Thomas Jefferys, dating to the 18th century and later, dated 1794.

Excellent Georgian period cartography of the famous island
Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good original order
Fascinating map, appealingly set within a later glazed frame
Improved and engraved by Jefferys, geographer to George III

Hand coloured palette accentuates the map with regional borders
Harbour maps of Bluefields, Kingston and Port Royal add further local interest
Distance scale is given in Statue Miles and Sea Leagues respectively
Dressed to the rear with hanging wire for ease of mounting

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

Dimensions:
Max Width: 55cm (21.75'')
Max Depth: 2cm (.75'')
Max Height: 45.5cm (18'')

Map Width: 43cm (17'')
Map Height: 32cm (12.5'')

Item Info

Seller Location

Hele, Devon

Item Dimensions

H: 45.5cm W: 55cm D: 2cm

Period

1790s

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Location

Hele, Devon

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Contact No

+44 (0)207 1833511

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