Description: John Speed's 17th Century Map: "Midle-Sex Deferibed" - Mid-Cen' Repro - 68x49cm This is a mid-20th century reproduction (68 x 49 cm) of John Speed's iconic early 17th-century map, titled Midle-Sex deferibed with the Most Famous Cities of London and Westminster, as spelled in the original publication. This historic map offers a detailed look at Middlesex county during the early 1600s, featuring decorative insets of St. Peter's (Westminster Abbey) and St. Paul's Cathedral as they appeared before the Great Fire of London in 1666. The map also includes early bird's-eye views of London and Westminster. Originally created by John Speed in 1610 and published by George Humble, this map was part of Speed’s renowned atlas The Theatre of the Empire of Great Britaine. The reproduction reflects the intricate details of the original, including old spellings such as "deferibed," characteristic of early English typography.Condition: The map shows signs of age-related wear, including creasing, minor tears, and some discoloration, as visible in the photos. A small section at the top of the map, where the title is located, is missing. Despite these imperfections, the map retains its historical charm and would be ideal for framing or display. This reproduction was likely produced in the mid-20th century based on the style, printing techniques, and the identifying mark "AB9010A B608". The map offers a fascinating glimpse into the map-making of the early 1600s, perfect for collectors or enthusiasts of London and Middlesex history. This piece would make an excellent decorative item or addition to a collection of historical maps. NOTE: This item will be carefully rolled into a mailer tube for delivery.Please see the photos before purchasing as they form a key part of this listing description. Please message me with any questions. Note that only items shown in the images are included. All items are carefully packed to ensure that they are delivered to you in the condition shown in the images. For international shipping please note that you are responsible for any customs fees or duties that may apply for your jurisdiction/country in the process of receiving your item.
Price: 75.95 GBP
Location: Lincoln
End Time: 2025-01-11T13:23:47.000Z
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Returns Accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Artist: John Speed
Type: Print
Size: Large
Style: Illustration Art
Theme: Middlesex, London, West Minster
Material: Paper
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Subject: Maps
Time Period Produced: 1960-1969
