Antique County Map, Suffolk, Scottish, Framed Atlas Cartography, Victorian, 1840

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This is an antique county map of Suffolk. A Scottish, framed atlas engraving of cartographic interest, dating to the mid … Read more This is an antique county map of Suffolk. A Scottish, framed atlas engraving of cartographic interest, dating to the mid 19th century and later, circa 1840.

Charming lithography of Suffolk and its county detail, perfect for display
Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order
Fascinating cartography, appealingly set within a quality, later frame
Hand-painted watercolour wash highlights borders, valleys and the coastline

This example published by Archibald Fullarton & Co. in Glasgow, circa 1840
It was compiled to accompany James Bell's A New and Comprehensive Gazetteer of England and Wales
Later republished by Fullarton in the highly regarded Parliamentary Gazetteer of England and Wales

Accentuated with a superb maritime vignette 'Yarmouth from the Roads'
Detail given to The Hundreds, the administrative divisions within counties until the mid 19th century
Each major settlement is accompanied by its distance to London in miles
Dressed to the rear with hanging wire for ease of mounting

This is a quality antique county map of Suffolk, with fine cartographic interest and delightful period detail. Delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 41.5cm (16.25'')
Max Depth: 2cm (.75'')
Max Height: 36.5cm (14.25'')

Map Width: 25.5cm (10'')
Map Height: 20cm (7.75'') See less