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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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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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