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Fine Art Print : New map of Yorkshire divided into its Ridings, surveyed 1815-1817
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New map of Yorkshire divided into its Ridings, surveyed 1815-1817
By Christopher Greenwood.Made on the basis of triangles in the County, determined by Lieut. Col. Wm. Mudge... and Captn. Thos. Colby... in the trigonometrical survey of England by order of the Honourable Board of Ordnance and surveyed in the years 1815, 1816, and 1817.Engraved by S. Neele and Son, London; published by Robinson, Son and Holdsworth, Leeds, John Hurst and C. Greenwood, Wakefield, 4 June 1817.Original at Sheffield City Archives: SY109/Z1/1
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Media ID 14046224
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A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich history of Yorkshire with our exquisite Fine Art Print of the 1815-1817 New Map of Yorkshire, meticulously surveyed by Lieut. Col. Wm. Mudge and Captn. Thos. Colby from the Sheffield City Archives. This stunning piece, created by renowned artist Christopher Greenwood, showcases the county's historical divisions into Ridings. Add an air of sophistication and local pride to your home or office with this beautiful and intricately detailed work of art. A perfect addition to any collection, this print is a must-have for those with a love for history and the Yorkshire region.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 46.6cm x 42cm (18.3" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases the "New map of Yorkshire divided into its Ridings, surveyed 1815-1817" with meticulous precision and historical significance. Created by Christopher Greenwood, this masterpiece was crafted using triangles in the County as determined by Lieut. Col. Wm. Mudge and Captn. Thos. Colby during their trigonometrical survey of England under the orders of the Honourable Board of Ordnance. Engraved by S. Neele and Son in London, this remarkable piece was published on 4 June 1817 by Robinson, Son and Holdsworth in Leeds, John Hurst in Wakefield, and C. Greenwood himself. The attention to detail is evident as every nook and cranny of Yorkshire's landscape is meticulously captured. As a testament to its historical value, this original map can be found at Sheffield City Archives under reference SY109/Z1/1 - a treasure trove for researchers delving into plans and maps from that era. The sheer magnitude of effort put into creating such an accurate representation is awe-inspiring; it serves as a window into the past when cartography was both an art form and a scientific endeavor. Whether you are an avid historian or simply appreciate the beauty inherent in old maps, this print transports you back to early 19th century Yorkshire while showcasing the incredible skill involved in charting our world's landscapes centuries ago.
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