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Antique Framed Print : County Map of Gloucestershire and Monmouthshire, c. 1777
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County Map of Gloucestershire and Monmouthshire, c. 1777
From The Large English Atlas: or, a new set of map of all the counties of England and Wales drawn from the several surveys which have been hitherto been published. With three general maps of England, Scotland and Ireland, from the latest and best authorities, by Emanuel Bowen, Thomas Kitchin and others. London, printed and sold by T. Bowles, [c.1777]
Original at Sheffield Libraries: 912 STF
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Media ID 25441154
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Antique Map Bowens Map County Map Emanuel Bowen Old Map Thomas Kitchin Abergavenny Bristol Caldicot Cheltenham Chepstow Cirencester Dursley Filton Gloucester Gloucestershire Kingswood Monmouth Monmouthshire Stroud Tewkesbury Thornbury Winterbourne Yate
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.9cm (9.6" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This antique map, titled "County Map of Gloucestershire and Monmouthshire" takes us back in time to the year 1777. A true masterpiece from The Large English Atlas, this print showcases the remarkable craftsmanship of renowned cartographers Emanuel Bowen, Thomas Kitchin, and others. The map offers a detailed depiction of the counties of Gloucestershire and Monmouthshire, capturing their rich history and diverse landscapes. From bustling cities like Gloucester and Cheltenham to charming towns such as Kingswood and Filton, every corner is meticulously illustrated with precision. As we explore further into this enchanting piece, we encounter picturesque locations like Stroud, Yate, Tewkesbury, Cirencester, Frampton Cotterell, Winterbourne, Dursley - each marked with its own unique charm. Notably featured are also Innsworth and Bishops Cleeve alongside other hidden gems waiting to be discovered. Venturing beyond Gloucestershire's borders lies the stunning county of Monmouthshire. Here we find historical landmarks like Monmouth itself - a town steeped in medieval heritage - as well as Abergavenny with its majestic castle ruins. Caldicot Castle stands proudly amidst Chepstow's scenic beauty while Magor exudes tranquility along the banks of Usk River. This exceptional print transports us through time to an era when these regions were still evolving. Preserved within Sheffield Libraries' archives for generations to come; it serves as a testament
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