Handsome
antique English county map in original outline color, printed more than
135 years ago. -
The map was drawn and engraved by noted mapmaker John
Bartholomew of London and has wonderful detail throughout.
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It shows
cities,
towns, railroads, wagon roads, canals, parks, railway stations, and
other
local landmarks, as well as natural features in Northampton and
Bedford.
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Among the named places and features are the Great Northern Railway,
Dunstable, Luton, Daventry, Whittlebury Forest, Peterborough, Oundle,
Yardley Chase, King's Cliffe, Watling Street, Ampthill, Shefford,
Castle Ashby, the Ouse River, and more.
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The map was issued in the 9th edition of the Encyclopædia
Britannica and measures 20 cm x 27.5 cm [approximately 8" x
11"] and is printed on one side of a heavyweight sheet, with generous
margins all around. It is blank on the back, with no printing on the
reverse side.
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Condition: It is in excellent condition,
bright and clean, with no marks, rips, or tears. Please
see the scans and feel free to ask any questions.
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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.
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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.
- Buy with confidence! We are always happy to combine
shipping on
the purchase of multiple items — just make sure to pay for everything
at one time, not individually.
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