Antique Map of Herefordshire by Morden, c.1700

About the Item

Antique map titled 'Herefordshire'. Detailed map of the county of Herefordshire embellished with a decorative title cartouche. Three scales. Imprint of Abel Swale, Awnsham Churchill and John Churchill. Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Engravers: Made by 'Robert Morden' after an anonymous artist. Robert Morden (c. 1650 ? 1703) was an English bookseller, publisher, and maker of maps and globes. He was among the first successful commercial map makers. Artist: Made by 'Robert Morden' after an anonymous artist. Robert Morden (c. 1650 ? 1703) was an English bookseller, publisher, and maker of maps and globes. He was among the first successful commercial map makers. Condition: Good, given age. Edges with an occasional tiny tear, not affecting image. Some light crinkles. Original middle fold as issued. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study image carefully. Date: c.1700 Overall size: 44.5 x 38.7 cm. Image size: 0.001 x 41.8 x 36.1 cm. We sell original antique maps to collectors, historians, educators and interior decorators all over the world. Our collection includes a wide range of authentic antique maps from the 16th to the 20th centuries. Buying and collecting antique maps is a tradition that goes back hundreds of years. Antique maps have proved a richly rewarding investment over the past decade, thanks to a growing appreciation of their unique historical appeal. Today the decorative qualities of antique maps are widely recognized by interior designers who appreciate their beauty and design flexibility. Depending on the individual map, presentation, and context, a rare or antique map can be modern, traditional, abstract, figurative, serious or whimsical. We offer a wide range of authentic antique maps for any budget.

Dimensions:

Height: 17.52 in (44.5 cm)Width: 15.24 in (38.7 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)

Materials and Techniques:

Paper

Period:

18th Century

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1700

Condition:

Seller Location:

Langweer, NL

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