Original antique lithographed Victorian-era map of Cumberland, printed more than 130 years ago.

• There is wonderful detail throughout, and the map shows cities, towns, railroads, wagon roads, canals, parks, railway stations, and natural features.



• Among the named places and features are the Roman Wall, the Caledonian Railway, Penrith, Solway Firth, Carlisle, Brampton, Alston, Whitehaven, Workington, Maryport, Cockermouth, Wigton, Allonby, Egremont, the Midland Railway, Bewcastle Fells, Skiddaw, Ravenglass, River Esk, the London & North Western Railway, and more in the historic county of Cumberland in northwest England.



• The map was issued in an American edition of the Encyclopædia Britannica, 1888, and the image area measures 20 cm x 25.6 cm [approximately 8" x 10"]. It is identified as Plate XI, Volume VI.



• Condition:  It is in very good condition, with a center fold, as issued, and no marks, rips, or tears. It is blank on the back, with no printing on the reverse side. Please see the scans and feel free to ask any questions.



• This is an original, authentic antique map, not a reproduction or modern reprint, and it is fully guaranteed to be genuine.



• It would make an impressive display in your den or office. It would also make a perfect gift, and we'll include our helpful framing tips for your reference, along with a photocopy of the dated title page from the book in which it was published.



• In 1974 Cumberland was absorbed into the new county of Cumbria.



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