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Wiltshire 1791

A Map Of Wiltshire, engraved From An Actual Survey.. ., an original antique map by J.Harrison, published in London, 1791. A copperplate engraving, coloured. Map size 32.5 x 46 cm with a mount size of 48.5 x 61.5 cm.An uncommon and detailed map of Wiltshire that appeared in Harrison's atlas, Maps Of The English Counties. The atlas was published in just two editions - of 1791 and 1792. Many of the maps from the atlas have earlier dates in their imprints reflecting the date of the completion of the draught and engraving by Haywood (sometimes Heywood) and Sudlow. Although lacking decorative embellishments, these attractive and interesting maps reflect the transition from the elaborate works of the mid-eighteenth century to the more function-focused works of the next. Antique maps from
various original publishers are presented on the Stanford
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A Map Of Wiltshire, engraved From An Actual Survey.. ., an original antique map by J. Harrison, published in London, 1791. A copperplate engraving, coloured. Map size 32.5 x 46 cm with a mount size of 48.5 x 61.5 cm. An uncommon & detailed map of Wiltshire that appeared in Harrison's atlas, Maps Of The English Counties. The atlas was published in just two editions
- of 1791 & 1792. Many of the maps from the atlas have earlier dates in their imprints reflecting the date of the completion of the draught & engraving by Haywood (sometimes Heywood) & Sudlow. Although lacking decorative embellishments, these attractive & interesting maps reflect the transition from the elaborate works of the mid-eighteenth century to the more function-focused works of the next. Antique maps from various original publishers are presented on the Stanford

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Stanfords was established in 1853 and opened their iconic Covent Garden flagship store in 1901. They have become the top retailer of maps, travel books and accessories in the UK and arguably offer the largest selection of maps and travel books worldwide. Famous names such as Captain Robert Falcon Scott, Ranulph Fiennes and Michael Palin have purchased from Stanfords. They now have a shop in Bristol and both stores together with other venues operate a calendar of events including talks, book signings and exhibitions. As a specialist map retailer, the map selection is comprehensive and includes road maps, street maps and walking maps from worldwide destinations, as well as a selection of world atlases and wall maps. Books include travel guides and travel literature. Stanfords also stock globes, from miniatures made of blue marble to magnificent floor-standing globes. The website features a selection of interesting articles on travel topics.
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