Subject: Northern Ireland
Period: 1766 (published)
Publication: London Magazine
Color: Hand Color
Size:
9.1 x 6.7 inches
23.1 x 17 cm
This striking map shows Ulster, the northernmost province of Ireland. Cities (including Belfast and Derry), boroughs, post towns, barracks, and post roads can be identified with the aid of a key at bottom right, and bays, rivers, lakes, and other topographical details are shown as well. A compass rose and decorative title cartouche are also included. Published in London Magazine in January 1766.
References: Jolly #LOND-250.
Condition: B+
A nice impression, issued folding on a slightly toned sheet that has been remargined at left, with a portion of the neatline replaced in facsimile. There is also minor offsetting, mostly concentrated on the right side of the map.