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Auction 160, Lot 489
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"The Countye of Monmouth wih the Sittuation of the Shire-towe Described ", Speed, John

Subject: Wales

Period: 1676 (published)

Publication: The Theatre of the Empire of Great Britaine...

Color: Hand Color

Size:
20.2 x 15.1 inches
51.3 x 38.4 cm
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This fine map of the county has an inset plan of Monmouth and portrait of King Henry V who was born at Monmouth Castle. The map shows the six hundreds, cities, markets, towns and villages with a surprising amount of detail. Large strapwork cartouches balance the corners of the map. Imprint of Thomas Bassett and Richard Chiswell at bottom left. English text on verso.

References: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.SPE-1j.

Condition: B

Moderate toning on paper with a fleur-de-lis watermark, several stains in the bottom blank margins, and a few small chips along the top edge of the sheet.

Estimate: $500 - $650

Sold for: $425

Closed on 11/16/2016

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