An interesting and attractive map of Warwickshire, first published by Robert Morden in 1695, which appeared in Camden’s Britannia (London: Swale, Awnshaw & Churchill, 1695 – 1772). Bishop Gibson described the maps from this series as “much the fairest and most correct of any that have yet appeared”. The maps are also notable for using up to three different mileage scales, none of which are based on the statute mile!
This particular map comes from the 1722 edition which has the distinct ‘horse in a three inch circle’ watermark. This is one of the very few cases when a watermark can be used to accurately date a map.
- This is an original copperplate engraving with later hand colour.
- Printed area is approximately 42.4cms by 36.4cms.
- The map is in very good condition; centrefold, as issued. The top, left and right margins are close, as issued. Click on image for a better view.
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- Guaranteed to be over 300 years old.
