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Poster Print : County Map of Buckinghamshire, c. 1777
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County Map of Buckinghamshire, 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.
Dimensions of original: 77 x 58 cm
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Antique Map Bowens Map County Map Emanuel Bowen Old Map Thomas Kitchin Amersham Aylesbury Beaconsfield Bletchley Buckingham Buckinghamshire Burnham Chalfont St Giles Chalfont St Peter Chesham Denham Great Missenden High Wycombe Iver Marlow Milton Keynes
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage County Map of Buckinghamshire print from Media Storehouse. This beautiful poster, drawn from The Large English Atlas of 1777, hails from the Sheffield City Archives. With intricate details and authentic cartography, this historic map transport you back to the 18th century. Add an air of antiquity to your space with this captivating piece of historical art.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 55.1cm (16.5" x 21.7")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This antique map, titled "County Map of Buckinghamshire, c. 1777" is a fascinating piece of history that offers a glimpse into the past. Created by renowned cartographers Emanuel Bowen and Thomas Kitchin, this map was part of The Large English Atlas: or, a new set of maps of all the counties of England and Wales. Measuring an impressive 77 x 58 cm, this print showcases the intricate details and craftsmanship that went into creating such maps during the late 18th century. It features various towns and villages within Buckinghamshire, including Aylesbury, Amersham, Aston Clinton, Bletchley, Beaconsfield, Buckingham, Burnham, Chesham, Chepping Wycombe, and many more. The map also highlights notable landmarks like Campbell Park and Old Woughton while encompassing areas such as Milton Keynes and Marlow. Its historical significance lies not only in its accurate depiction but also in being drawn from several surveys conducted at that time. Preserved at Sheffield Libraries under reference number 912 STF. , this original print provides valuable insights into how people navigated through Buckinghamshire centuries ago. Whether you are a history enthusiast or simply appreciate vintage cartography artistry, this County Map will surely captivate your imagination with its rich historical context.
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