1786 Antique map - Monmouthshire

Description: About this product:This listing is for an original (i.e. not a later reproduction) scarce antique map "Monmouth Shire, Drawn from the best Authorities: By T. Kitchin Geographer." DATE PRINTED: c. 1786SIZE: The printed area including titles is approximately 16.5 x 21.5 cm, 6.5 x 8.5 inches (medium) plus margins; Frame size is 27 x 32 cm, 11 x 13 inches, ready to hang.ARTIST/CARTOGRAPHER/ENGRAVER: Drawn by Thomas Kitchin. Thomas Kitchin (or Kitchen) (1718–1784) was an English engraver and cartographer. He was born in Southwark, and was apprenticed to Emmanuel Bowen in 1732, with whom he collaborated for 30 years. He was appointed Hydrographer to the King in 1773. His large and varied output has been attributed to his willingness to copy the maps of other cartographers. He worked for a number of publishers including Dalrymple, Dunn, Luttrell, Mackenzie & Wildey.PROVENANCE: This map was published in "Historical descriptions of...England and Wales." by Henry Boswell. TYPE: Antique copper plate engraving with original hand color.CONDITION: Excellent. Framed. Please check the scan for any peculiarities prior to making your purchase. Virtually all antiquarian maps and prints are subject to some normal aging due to use and time which is minimal unless otherwise stated.AUTHENTICITY: This is an authentic antique print, published at the date stated above. It is not a modern copy. The term 'original' when applied to a print means that it was printed at the first or original date of publication; it does not imply that the item is unique.

Price: 48.95 USD

Location: New York, New York

End Time: 2024-11-17T02:23:57.000Z

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