‘WESTMORLAND by Robt. Morden’ c.1695

An attractive and detailed late 17th century Robert Morden map of Westmorland which was published in Camden’s Britannia (London: 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 first edition of 1695 as there were a number of ‘errors’ in the place names such as ‘Skelmere’, ‘Selsted Hall’ and Markendale Forrest’ which were altered for the next edition.

• This is an original copperplate engraving with later hand colour.
• Printed area is approximately 41.8cms by 36cms.
• The map is in very good condition, The top and right margins are close and there is a centrefold, as issued. Click on image for a better view.
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• Guaranteed to be over 300 years old.